Sebastianus Nathanael, a prominent boxer from the MTC Nestor Boxing Academy, fell short in South Africa when he lost his bout in the sixth (6) round against Azinga Fuzile. The fight took place this past weekend at the Orient Theatre in East London, South Africa, where the two squared off in an exciting boxing event. ...
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Sweet victory for Woodland Ridge, Lady Diamond
Zebaldt Ngaruka OKAHANDJA – Woodland Ridge of Junius Racing and Aminuis Racing’s (AR) Lady Diamond won the main races at the just-ended August Rush competition in Okahandja on Saturday. The race event was organised by the Khomas Turf Club, and attracted more than 70 horses that competed in 17 plates. Woodland Ridge claimed the first...
Ongulumbashe Diamond embarrass Foxy Seniors en route to promotion
Nampa Omusati-based Ongulumbashe Diamond Football Club were promoted to the Northwest First Division on Sunday after defeating Oshana’s Foxy Seniors 9-1 in their final match, which sparked an uproar from football fans in the Kunene region. Over the weekend, Outjo’s Etoshapoort stadium hosted the four-team promotional playoffs in which Kunene champions Robber Chanties, who had...
Ondjola tourney slated for December
The 15th edition of the Ondjola Annual Sports Bash is set to take place in December, marking a significant milestone in promoting youth recreational outdoor sports across the country. This auspicious event will be held at the Ondjola settlement Iitananga in Omusati region, situated on the Okahao-Tsandi road. Over the past 15 years, the bash...
Hindjou takes aim at ‘disorganised’ NFA
Former footballer and current Okahandja United chairman Congo Hindjou has raised serious concerns about the Namibia Football Association’s handling of preparations for the upcoming 2024/2025 football season, which is set to start on 21 September. He pointed out several pitfalls, putting a spotlight on the fact that the NFA has failed to adequately plan and...
Bitter Champions League exit for Stars
African Stars’ journey in the Caf Champions League came to a heartbreaking end on Saturday. They were eliminated by Botswana’s Jwaneng Galaxy after a 6-5 defeat on penalties in the second leg. Despite winning the first preliminary leg 1-0, the Namibian side could not hold onto their advantage in the return fixture, where Jwaneng Galaxy...
DTS triumphs 8-1 over KFA …as Dama and Riverheights draw
Isai Sipunga In a commanding display of football, the Deutscher Turn und Sportverein (DTS) U/17 team triumphed over the Kaizen Football Academy (KFA) with an overwhelming 8-1 victory on Saturday in the MTC HopSol Youth Soccer League at the Sports Klub Windhoek Field. This decisive win has not only showcased DTS’ attacking prowess but also...
Coleman dared to dream
Suzith Tjitaura Professional footballer Zenatha Coleman says hard work, determination and discipline helped her get to where she is today. Now playing winger for Turkish club Fenerbahçe, Coleman has in the past captained the Namibian women’s national team, the Brave Gladiators, and also played for Sevilla and Valencia in Spain. With Namibia commemorating Heroes’ Day...
The life and times of unheralded football icon
Cometh the hour, cometh the man, Katutura glamour football club African Stars boasts a filthy-rich resume from its inevitable birth at Windhoek’s Old Location in 1952. The club has gone from strength to strength, growing in stature from a basic community social establishment to a well-structured business entity. Well, there is an old saying that...
Katutura Central Heroes Cup kicks off today
Zebaldt Ngaruka The first edition of the Katutura Central Heroes Cup under the auspices of the Namibia Rural Sports Development Federation is starting today at the famous Khomasdal Stadium in Windhoek. The N$50 000-worth competition attracted 12 football and 10 netball All Stars teams from various constituencies, and is spearheaded by Katutura Central constituency councillor...