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Hockey dreams ignite at mini world cup
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Hockey dreams ignite at mini world cup

Hilma Nalupe The 2025 FNB Insurance Russel Bartlett Field Hockey Mini World Cup brought colour, competition and camaraderie to the Davin Astro at Windhoek High School on the 1 to 2 August. With dozens of energetic U/9, U/11 and U/13 teams donning international colours, the event delivered not only action-packed hockey but also a platform...

Billie Jean cup to start today 
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Billie Jean cup to start today 

The stage is set for the iconic Billie Jean King Cup (BJK) by Gainbridge Africa Group III event, which roars into life today at the Central Tennis Court (CTC) in Olympia.  The competition will start today and run until 9 August in the capital.  Twelve countries, namely, Algeria, host nation Namibia, Burundi, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar,...

Namibia shines at inaugural African School Games
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Namibia shines at inaugural African School Games

Rodger Kambatuku of the Namibia School Sport Union (NSSU) has praised the inaugural African School Games, calling it a fantastic platform for talent development and identification.  He expressed satisfaction with Team Namibia’s achievements at the first-ever event. Namibia sent a team of 31 youth athletes to the games, competing in a range of sport activities,...

Nandi-Ndaitwah commits to sport development 
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Nandi-Ndaitwah commits to sport development 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed her government’s commitment to developing sports infrastructure in Namibia, with a focus on football. She made these remarks at the Brave Warriors fundraising gala dinner held on Saturday in Windhoek. During her speech, Nandi-Ndaitwah reflected on the recent launch of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6).  She described the plan...

Petrus joins Sudanese giants Al Hilal    … After leaving relegated Cape Town City
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Petrus joins Sudanese giants Al Hilal    … After leaving relegated Cape Town City

Namibian international Aprocius Petrus has officially completed a move to Sudanese champions Al Hilal, leaving South African side Cape Town City following their unexpected relegation.  The 26-year-old defender has signed a four-year contract with the Khartoum-based giants, marking a new chapter in his professional career. “Thank you for everything. I am leaving with a full...

Female cyclists to earn UCI ranking points for first time in Tour de Windhoek
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Female cyclists to earn UCI ranking points for first time in Tour de Windhoek

Hesron Kapanga  Namibia Cycling Federation (NCF) president Tauko Shilongo said this year’s Tour de Windhoek will, for the first time, see female cyclists earning International Cycling Union (UCI) ranking points. Namibia’s premier international cycling event, the Tour de Windhoek, which features five stages, sees Namibia’s top riders competing against the best from neighbouring countries in...

Unam hosts thrilling Khomas basketball
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Unam hosts thrilling Khomas basketball

Windhoek basketball fans are in for a treat this weekend as the Khomas Basketball League returns with exciting games scheduled for tonight at the Unam Gym Hall. Two matches are slated for today. The first starts at 18h15 between BAS Vikings and Unam Rebels. This will be followed by what’s expected to be a thrilling...

Action-packed weekend in the Super 10
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Action-packed weekend in the Super 10

Action in the Khomas Super 10 will take centre stage this weekend, with more than 10 matches scheduled in the capital on Friday and Saturday.  The league last had games in June to make way for the 2024 African Union Sports Council Region 5 Youth Games, held in Windhoek and Swakopmund.  After the long break,...

Nossobville sport day set for tomorrow
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Nossobville sport day set for tomorrow

Zebaldt Ngaruka  The second edition of the Nossobville Primary School (PS) will take place tomorrow at the school sport ground in Gobabis, Omaheke region. Nossobville PS sports organiser Onguarije Katjivikua told New Era Sport that the annual event is composed of football and netball. It is primarily aimed at raising funds for the school towards...