Justicia Shipena
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has refuted claims regarding the legitimacy of its lower leagues’ sponsorship agreements with the Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) and Sisa Namandje Law Firm.
The NFA secretary general, Cassius Moetie, described the rumours as baseless and harmful.
“The rumours circulating on social media platforms are untrue and are designed to damage the excellent relationship between Namport and the NFA,” said Moetie in a statement issued on Wednesday.
Moetie emphasised that the sponsorship marks a historic milestone for grassroots football in Namibia, as it is the first time the NFA Lower Leagues, covering both men and women, have received such substantial support.
NFA explained that as part of the partnership, Namport and the NFA signed a three-year sponsorship agreement valued at N$3.5 million per year.
NFA said the funding will cover the expenses of referees, prize money, and the administrative and operational costs of running the leagues.
According to the association to date, Namport has contributed N$2 million, while the Sisa Namandje Law Firm has injected an additional N$100,000 into the NFA’s lower league sponsorship.
These funds have been disbursed as follows: each of the 14 Regional Second Divisions received N$200,000, with the NFA topping up an extra N$240,000 per division, bringing the total to N$440,000 each.
The 29 third division streams each received N$30,000, while every Women’s Regional Second Division was allocated N$60,000. In addition, the Referees Association received N$500,000 to support its activities.
NFA stated that the remaining N$1.5 million from Namport’s sponsorship will be used for prize money (N$1 million) and additional support to the Referees Regional Association (N$500,000).
The NFA urged its members and clubs to reject misinformation and continue supporting the development of football in the country.
“We must be vigilant against those spreading and fabricating negative motives, jealousy, and bitterness, as their aim is to tarnish the good image of our sponsors,” said Moetie.
He assured that the association will closely monitor the situation and protect the integrity of its sponsors.
The NFA executive council, led by president Robert Shimooshili, vice president Jakobus Markus, and other councillors, reaffirmed their commitment to unity and development within Namibian football.
The association stated it remains focused on fostering peace and harmony among all stakeholders for the continued growth of the sport.
