President of the Namibia Wrestling Federation (NWF), Colin Steyler, has described the 55 young wrestlers taking part in the Southern African Open Wrestling competition as pioneers who will elevate the sport across the region. Speaking during the opening ceremony held at the Windhoek Show Grounds yesterday, Steyler praised the commitment of the athletes – both...
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Personality of the week – Uirab’s journey from after-school hobby to national stage
Hilma Nalupe Ronaldo Uirab’s journey into the world of tennis began with a simple after-school programme called Bernard Nord Camp (BNC) and has since turned into a story of passion and perseverance. Born and raised in the capital city, Windhoek, Uirab describes himself as a people’s person who enjoys lending a helping hand wherever he...
Opinion – NPL must embrace independence to unlock sustainable growth
The Namibian Premier League (NPL) stands at a pivotal moment in its history, with the opportunity to transform Namibian football by achieving full independence or autonomy, a model successfully adopted by leading leagues worldwide. By transitioning to an independent structure, the NPL can enhance self-sustainability, attract greater sponsorship, and elevate the competitiveness of Namibian football...
Woest clinches Ladies Windhoek Open title
The Windhoek Ladies Open, hosted by the Namibia Amateur Ladies Golf Union (NALGU) and proudly sponsored by NamibRe, concluded in style last weekend at the Windhoek Golf Club, with Wilmari Woest emerging the overall champion. Woest secured victory with a gross score of 164, narrowly edging out Wilna Bredenhann, who finished in second place with...
Windhoek awaits 21 Brigade sports galore
OPUWO – The 21 Motorised Infantry Brigade, responsible for defending the central areas of Namibia, will host its first annual edition of a football, netball, and volleyball tournament at the Khomasdal Stadium in Windhoek this weekend. According to the tournament organiser, Gift Simasiku Njenjema, the event will be organised to give back to the community....
Namibia in gear to host Region 5 Games
The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp says the upcoming Africa Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Youth Games, which are scheduled to take place from 4 to 13 July are set to go. The Namibian edition of the Games will feature the following sporting codes: Athletics (including able-bodied, visually...
Shalulile closes curtain on Sundowns … eyes next move
Namibian international and celebrated striker Peter Shalulile has parted ways with South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns, becoming a free agent after opting not to renew his contract, according to international reports. Shalulile, who was spotted participating in a game of futsal at SKW in Windhoek on Monday, leaves behind a remarkable legacy at Sundowns, having...
Matheus clinches bronze in Botswana half marathon
Namibian long-distance runner Jesaya Matheus put on a stellar performance yesterday, to secure a bronze medal in the 21-kilometre Sir Seretse Khama Day half marathon held in Serowe, Botswana. Matheus crossed the finish line in a commendable time of 1 hour, 6 minutes, and 35 seconds, earning third place in a highly competitive race. The...
Namibia names quad for crucial Rugby Africa Cup campaign in Uganda
Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) president Petri Theron yesterday announced a 28-man squad along with 10 technical staff members who will represent the country at the upcoming Rugby Africa Cup, scheduled to take place in Uganda from 8 to 19 July. The highly anticipated tournament, set to unfold at the Mandela National Stadium in Kampala, will...
Armas, Simon triumph at Husab Marathon
Namibian long-distance athletes Alina Armas and Matias Simon stole the limelight at the 2025 Husab Marathon, clinching victories in the women’s and men’s 42.2-kilometre races respectively, during Saturday’s competition held in the scenic Namib-Naukluft National Park. In the women’s division, veteran runner Armas proved she still has what it takes to dominate the long-distance scene,...









