Sports

This weekend, all eyes will be on the Durban International Marathon as athletes from across the continent gather to vie for Olympic qualification. Among them, Namibia's very own Rainhold Tomas and Simon Paulus, representing the Nedbank Running Club, are gearing up for the showdown. Organized by the Phantane Athletics Clubs, the marathon scheduled for Sunday, April 28, 2024, will feature grueling 42-kilometer and 10-kilometer races. This year's edition doubles up as the 2024 Athletics South Africa (ASA) National 42.2km Championships and serves as an official qualifier for events like the Comrades and Two Oceans marathons. Tomas, a seasoned long-distance runner,…

The stage is set for a groundbreaking edition of the PstBet NFA Cup, as the 2024 tournament welcomes the participation of teams from the FNB Women Super League. The stakes are higher than ever, with the women's winning team poised to claim a significant prize of N$240,000, underlining the commitment to rewarding excellence and fostering growth in women's football. Runner-ups will receive N$160,000, while third and fourth place teams will each be awarded N$80,000. Hon. Dr. Emma Kantema, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Sport, Youth and National Services, commended PstBet and the Namibia Football Association (NFA) for their dedication…

Namibia Cycling Federation in collaboration with the Rock & Rut Cycling Club is gearing up to host the 2024 Nedbank Namibia XC1 Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) C1 and UCI Junior Series XCO races this Saturday at the IJG Trails in Kleine Kuppe. This event marks the second round of the five races in the Nedbank XC series and is the sole race where cyclists will accumulate International Cycling Union (UCI) points. Anticipation is high as between 140 and 150 local and international cyclists are expected to compete for UCI points at the event. Chairperson of Rock & Rut, Hanso Diehl,…

The Namibia Hockey Union is set to host the upcoming Indoor Hockey Africa Cup, doubling as the Indoor World Cup qualifiers. With the event slated to take place from May 23rd to May 26th, 2024, in the picturesque coastal town of Swakopmund, Namibia. The event promises to be a spectacle, attracting teams from across Africa and fervent supporters eager to witness the battle for regional supremacy. The Namibia Hockey Union expressed its enthusiasm for the forthcoming event, emphasizing the significance of hosting the tournament and the pride of welcoming teams from around the continent. "We are thrilled to be hosting…

The Namibia Football Association's General Secretary, Charles Siyauya, has extended his heartfelt support to the Namibian national men’s FUTSAL team as they take on the best in Africa in their inaugural participation in the Futsal Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The announcement milestone for Namibian futsal, as the team, affectionately known as the Brave Fives, prepared to make its debut appearance, where they lost 4 – 5 to Mauritania. Joining them are fellow newcomers Mauritania, while seasoned competitors such as Angola, Egypt, Ghana, Libya, Zambia, and hosts Morocco are set to return for the 8th Edition of the competition.…

The General Assembly of the Namibia Sports Commission, in collaboration with various federation and umbrella bodies, convened on Saturday at the Arebbusch Lodge on the outskirts of Windhoek, marking a significant gathering of stakeholders in the country's sports landscape. The event brought together representatives from 34 out of the 59 sports codes registered with the sports commission. Officially opened by Hon. Agnes Tjongarero, Minister of Sports, Youth, and National Service, the assembly was characterized by a call for full attendance from registered members, with a warning of potential deregistration for those absent. Throughout the day, various speakers addressed the assembly…

Am just saying, the pursuit of excellence in sports extends beyond the field or court; it permeates the corridors of sports governance and leadership. The impact of good governance and ethical consideration by sports board members cannot be overstated. Am saying, it not only ensures the integrity and credibility of sports organizations but also fosters an environment conducive to growth, development, and fair play. Am proposing that one pivotal lesson that sports can glean from the private sector is the importance of meticulous vetting processes in appointing individuals to serve on boards. Am just saying as corporations meticulously scrutinize the…

Nedbank Namibia Windhoek Power Pedal Series (WPP3) marking the third leg of the six events scheduled for this year is set to take place on Sunday, April 14th, at the entrance of Matchless Mine in Windhoek. Stephanus Feris, one of the organizers from the Windhoek Pedal Power Cycling Club, expressed confidence in the preparations, stating that "All is set for the event." The route, he mentioned, remains unchanged from previous years, promising a challenging yet exhilarating course for participants. Highlighting the competitive nature of the race, Feris noted the expected participation of top male and female Namibian road cyclists. Last…