For Asmar Kaffer, the new vice chairperson of Young Brazilians FC, football is more than just a game – it’s a platform for transformation. Stepping into her role with passion and purpose Kaffer sees her appointment as a chance to shape the lives of young men far beyond the pitch. “As a youth worker and...
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Bittersweet moment for eliminated Namibia
Namibia’s hopes of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) were officially ended after a 3-1 defeat to Zimbabwe in Monday’s qualifying action at the Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg. Walter Musona broke the deadlock for Zimbabwe and then again made it 2-0 to complete a brace. Prince Dube sealed the deal in the...
Gladiators confident ahead of Cosafa
Several players from Namibia’s Brave Gladiators have expressed confidence in their team’s chances to win the upcoming Cosafa Women’s Championship, which will be held in Gqeberha, South Africa from 22 October to 2 November. Namibia is pitted in Group A alongside South Africa, Seychelles and Eswatini. During a training session yesterday at the Namibia...
King Nasama to lighten Awilo’s load – Hei
Zebaldt Ngaruka African Stars’ chairperson Salomon Hei announced that newly-signed striker King Nasama will help ease Willy ‘Awilo’ Stephanus’ workload in the attacking set-up. Hei emphasised that the team has lacked a dedicated number nine for an extended period, an area the technical committee has identified for strengthening. The defending league champions signed Nasama from...
SKW and CBS book place in final
Sport Klub Windhoek (SKW) U/19 secured their spot in the final of the MTC HopSol Youth League after a thrilling 5-3 penalty shootout victory against Ramblers at the Jan Möhr football field this past weekend. SKW will face Collin Benjamin’s Soccer Academy (CBS) on Saturday, who also advanced to the final via penalties. Winning coach...
Final Dr Hage Geingob Cup set for Saturday
The final and 10th edition of the Dr Hage Geingob Cup is scheduled for Saturday at Independence Stadium. This last chapter of the tournament, which has united Namibians through football, has received a cash boost of N$1.5 million from Namibia Breweries Limited. Amos Shiyuka reflected on the Cup’s history, noting that in 2014, an agreement...
Miller, Krugel-Greef crowned 2024 national champions
Alex Miller and Anri Krugel-Greef were crowned the 2024 Nedbank Namibia National XCM champions last Saturday in Swakopmund. A total of 85 riders participated in the competition, which took place at Habitat Life Centre in Swakopmund. The winners earned rights to the cross-country marathon national jerseys, which means they will represent Namibia at international competitions...
McCarty wins Black Desert Championship in second PGA tour start
Matt McCarty clinched his first PGA Tour title at only the second attempt as he won the inaugural Black Desert Championship. The American, who earned his promotion from the Korn Ferry Tour in August, clinched a three-stroke win with a closing four-under-par 67. German Stephan Jaeger got close with birdies on the 14th and 15th...
Namibia to face Zimbabwe today
Namibia readies to face Zimbabwe today at 18h00 in the return leg clash after losing 1-0 last week. How does life look like for Namibia as they hope to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations? If Cameroon gets a draw against Kenya today, they will have eight points, while Kenya and Zimbabwe will...
Chula, Gunners to use tourney to fine tune
Zebaldt Ngaruka Two premier league teams, Eeshoke Chula Chula from Ohangwena and Otjiwarongo-based Mighty Gunners, view their one-day pre-season tournament held in Tsumeb on Saturday as an eye-opener. The games were played at the famous Oscar Norich Stadium, and the two premier league teams were joined by local teams Chief Santos and Kaltes Wasser FC...