OPUWO – Kunene Nampol has closed the gap on current Kunene Regional Second Division Football League leaders Khaibasen following double victories in Khorixas over the weekend. The Kunene-based team travelled to Kunene South in search of maximum points to strengthen their title challenge, and along the way secured back-to-back wins over the defending league champions...
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Boxing returns to Oshakati this month
MTC Kilimanjaro Boxing Club, a leading amateur boxing club in Namibia, will host a boxing event this month to scout potential boxers who will represent the region at upcoming national competitions. The event is scheduled for 28 June in Oshakati, coinciding with the Ekuku Expo. Promoter at the stable, Joseph Bernhard, said the tournament will...
Demise of football giant Black Africa …one match away from a big decision
With just one match left to play in the current campaign, the once-mighty and storied football powerhouse of Namibian football, Black Africa (BA) Football Club, finds itself in an unprecedented and deeply troubling situation. The club, now a first-division outfit after years of top-tier dominance, is teetering on the brink of relegation to the second...
JAFC’s U/15 stun Kasaona FA 6-0 …as their U/19 draw 2-all against St. Paul’s
Julinho Athletic Football Club’s U/15 (JAFC) stunned an unorganised Kasaona Football Club 6-0 at the JAFC arena late Friday afternoon. Shaun Markowitz bagged two goals for the home side, while David Swartbooi, Giano Diergardt, Madawa Margaeb and Mdajorokisa Kamatuka each netted a goal. JAFC started the first half with two goals, signalling their intent to...
League reveals grit and growth in rounds 3 and 4
The Mokati Stadium in Otjiwarongo was a hotbed of energy and fierce competition this past weekend, as teams clashed in rounds three and four of the MTC Netball Namibia Premier League. With netball fans trickling in and out of the venue, the court buzzed with action that not only thrilled spectators but also offered glimpses...
Khomas National Championship to gauge athletes …as Region 5 Games draw closer
With less than 40 days left until African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Games commence, Athletics Namibia has organised a championship intended to help gauge athletes’ readiness before the games begin. The Region 5 Games are slated for next month, running from 3to 14 July, in Windhoek and Swakopmund. Namibia will host these games...
BONA bid account raises concerns over misuse of funds
Hesron Kapanga After withdrawing from its joint bid with Botswana to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), the directorate of sports is yet to close a bank account opened for the failed project – raising concerns over alleged misuse of public funds. The BONA bid was meant to position the two countries at...
Gunners, Okahandja United share spoils
Mighty Gunners were held to a goalless draw by Okahandja United in front of a packed Mokati Stadium in Otjiwarongo on Saturday. Fans from both sides filled the venue with excitement and vibrant support. Despite numerous attempts from both sides to break the deadlock, neither team could find the back of the net, resulting in...
Kudus, Steenbokkies claim rugby titles
FNB Kudu Rugby Club pulled off a stunning upset on Saturday, defeating defending champions FNB Wanderers 50-32 to win the Rugby Premier League title for the first time. The match took place at the Hage Geingob Stadium in Windhoek. Captain PJ Walters expressed gratitude to the supporters from their hometown. “It has been immensely hard...
Beauties lift trophy
The 2024/25 FNB Women’s Super League season wrapped up in style on Saturday, with Salome Iyambo’s Beauties FC claiming the championship title in dominant fashion. Finishing the season unbeaten after 22 rounds, Beauties amassed an impressive 58 points to top the 12-team table. Their flawless run pushed former champions FC Ongos Ladies into second place...









