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Windhoek Ladies Open tees off this weekend
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Windhoek Ladies Open tees off this weekend

Top female golfers will this weekend convene and showcase their talent as the Namibia Amateur Ladies Golf Union hosts Windhoek Ladies Open tournament. The tournament will be played at the Windhoek Country Club and Casino from 28-29 June.  This event is one of eight tournaments held across the country to establish a merit list, allowing...

54 young netballers selected for the All-Ages tournament
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54 young netballers selected for the All-Ages tournament

A total of 54 young netball players were selected over the weekend to represent Namibia at the upcoming All-Ages Netball tournament in South Africa next month. The youth competition is scheduled to take place from 29 June to 2 July in Boksburg, Gauteng Province, South Africa. This past weekend, the Namibia School Sport Union (NSSU)...

Mogane to follow uncle’s footsteps
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Mogane to follow uncle’s footsteps

Head coach of Windhoek Gymnasium’s U/17, Gilbert Mogane, is following in his uncle’s footsteps in shaping and moulding the young boys at the prestigious school that participates in the MTC HopSol Youth League. His uncle, Rusten Mogane, a respected educator, sports strategist, and former national team coach, is arguably one of the most celebrated coaches. He led the Brave...

Desert Jewels eye Commonwealth Games berth
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Desert Jewels eye Commonwealth Games berth

Fresh off their historic victory at the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Netball Cup, Namibia’s Debmarine Desert Jewels are now setting their sights on qualification for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Qualification for the prestigious multi-sport event varies by discipline. For team sports such as netball and rugby sevens, qualification is based on global...

Botha’s fate hangs in the balance
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Botha’s fate hangs in the balance

The fate of Welwitschias head coach, Chrysander Botha, at the Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) hangs in the balance, with reports swirling that he has stepped down from his role due to increased work commitments. Botha, a former national fullback and record try-scorer, was appointed head coach in November last year, tasked to guide the national...

Welwitschias eye redemption against Italy 
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Welwitschias eye redemption against Italy 

After suffering a heavy 59-19 defeat at the hands of South Africa’s Airlink Pumas in a warm-up match over the weekend, Namibia’s Welwitschias have quickly turned their attention to a high-stakes international test match against Italy.  The event is set for Saturday at the Hage Geingob Stadium in Windhoek.  Despite the scoreboard telling a different...

Eagles oar in tour opener against Assam 
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Eagles oar in tour opener against Assam 

The FNB Eagles delivered a thrilling six-wicket victory over India’s Assam Cricket Association in the opening match of their five-game 50-over series at the FNB Namibia Cricket Stadium on Saturday.  Namibian captain Gerhard Erasmus won the toss and opted to field first.  The visitors were bowled out for 232 in 49.4 overs, with middle-order batter...

South African legends clinch Clash of the Legends tourney 
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South African legends clinch Clash of the Legends tourney 

The South African Legends delivered a dominant 4-1 victory over hosts Botswana in the final of the third edition of the Clash of the Legends Four Nations Tournament.  The event was held at the vibrant Obed Itume Chilume Stadium in Francistown, Botswana.  The win secured South Africa’s third consecutive title in the popular veterans’ football...

Desert Jewels clinch UAE Netball Cup 
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Desert Jewels clinch UAE Netball Cup 

The Debmarine Desert Jewels of Namibia emerged victorious at the inaugural Dubai Holding Community Management United Arab Emirates (UAE) Netball Cup, following a thrilling final held at Al Nasr Sports Hall in Dubai.  Namibia clinched the title with an exciting 62-53 win over Singapore in the final.  Kenya secured third place after defeating Ireland 46-37,...

Bank Windhoek Red Run is back
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Bank Windhoek Red Run is back

With total prize money of N$60 000, the 2025 edition of the Bank Windhoek Red Run, set to take place on Saturday, 9 August, at the Ramblers Sports Club in Windhoek, is gearing up to be an unforgettable, dynamic and exhilarating gathering. Organised in collaboration with the /Ae //Gams Sports Club and Bank Windhoek, this...