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Negongo joins Africa Cricket Association board
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Negongo joins Africa Cricket Association board

Hilma Nalupe Cricket Namibia vice president Polly Negongo has taken a major step onto the continental stage after being appointed to the Africa Cricket Association (ACA) board.  His election came during the International Cricket Council (ICC)’s annual general meeting, held recently in Singapore. The ACA, which functions under the ICC, plays a vital role in...

Samaria urges fans to rally behind netball action
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Samaria urges fans to rally behind netball action

Netball Namibia vice president Conny Samaria, says speaking ahead of this weekend’s MTC Netball Premier League matches, to be held at Jan Wilken Stadium in Walvis Bay, brings great pride and excitement. “We are now entering a critical phase of the season where every pass, every goal, and every defensive stop could change the outlook...

Excitement builds for Inaugural CIF golf classic 
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Excitement builds for Inaugural CIF golf classic 

The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF) announced that preparations for the inaugural CIF Golf Classic 2025 are set to take place at the Windhoek Golf Club today.  With 44 sponsors already on board and 18 teams of four players confirmed, the tournament is attracting broad support from across Namibia’s business community.  Hosted by the...

First serious test for Heita against Carrington
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First serious test for Heita against Carrington

For the first time in his career, Namibia’s Mateus ‘The Beast’ Heita is stepping into the global spotlight on enemy soil.  On 27 July, he will face America’s hometown hero Bruce ‘Shu Shu’ Carrington at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York, battling for the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) Interim World Featherweight Title....

Tales of the Legends – Celebrating the life and times of:  Simon Mogane 1932-2025,  Simon Kgobetsi 1962-2025 ,  Martin John ‘Shosholo’ Muhekeni 1964-2025 
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Tales of the Legends – Celebrating the life and times of:  Simon Mogane 1932-2025,  Simon Kgobetsi 1962-2025 ,  Martin John ‘Shosholo’ Muhekeni 1964-2025 

Simon Mogane 1932-2025  A giant has fallen. Just the mere sight of Simon Mogane was enough to send shivers running riot in the bellies of opponents at the Katutura stadium turfed pitch. Founder of Katutura fallen giants Black Africa (BA) Football Club, Uncle Si has left deep tracks in the annals of domestic football.  Back in...

Kautondokwa falls short in Tajikistan 
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Kautondokwa falls short in Tajikistan 

It is back to the drawing board for veteran Namibian boxer Walter ‘The Executioner’ Kautondokwa, who suffered a unanimous decision defeat at the hands of Russia’s Vladimir Mironchikov in an eight-round super middleweight bout on Tuesday in Tajikistan.  Making his return to the ring after a five-year hiatus, the 40-year-old Kautondokwa – fighting under the...

Personality of the week – Rashfio: Young star with big dreams 
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Personality of the week – Rashfio: Young star with big dreams 

Hilma Nalupe  At only six years old, Jekura Rashfio Tjiramba is already making a name for himself on the football pitch with his sharp footwork, love for the game and an unforgettable name.  Tjiramba started playing football at the age of four when his parents enrolled him at Dokkies Schmidt Football Academy in 2023. He...

FNB Classic Clashes kick off in Rehoboth
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FNB Classic Clashes kick off in Rehoboth

Hilma Nalupe The 2025 edition of the FNB Classic Clashes was launched in stirring fashion as MK Gertze High School hosted Dr Lemmer High for the season’s first rugby match in Rehoboth.  The match, played at the MK Gertze rugby field on 16 July, and charged with school pride and community spirit, marked the beginning...

Stanley Mutoya: We came, we saw, we conquered … Region 5 CEO reflects on games legacy and road ahead
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Stanley Mutoya: We came, we saw, we conquered … Region 5 CEO reflects on games legacy and road ahead

The 2024 Region 5 Youth Games hosted in Namibia have concluded, leaving behind more than just medals and records.  According to Stanley Mutoya, the Chief Executive Officer of the Region 5 Games, the recently held multi-sport event set a new standard in participation, inclusion, infrastructure and social development. Stronger participation and competitive growth Mutoya praised...