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10 Oct

Talking sports with Dimitri Bittler

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Bridging the Gap In the realm of sports development in Namibia, the collaboration between the Namibia Schools Sports Union (NSSU) and various sports federations is paramount. As schools serve as the foundational stage for nurturing young talent, it is essential to establish robust partnerships that bridge the gap between school leagues and national federations. This synergy will not only enhance the quality of sports education but also ensure a seamless transition for athletes from school to higher levels of competition. The NSSU plays a vital role in promoting sports at the grassroots level, organizing inter-school competitions, and identifying talent among…

10 Oct

3rd CAF African schools football championship | COSAFA kicks off at Walvis Bay

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The CAF African Schools Football Championship | COSAFA Qualifier for the 2024/25 season kicked off in Walvis Way today and ends on Sunday (13 October). Eight boys and girls U15 teams from Angola, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, hosts Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe will battle for a single place at the continental finals. The eight sides have been split into two pools, each containing four teams, with the boys’ and girls’ competition mirrored and fixtures running concurrently at the Jan Wilken Stadium. COSAFA spokesperson Lynda Greeff explained that the top two teams in each pool advance to the semifinals, and…

07 Oct

Khomas Region Netball League season concludes with Khomas Nampol crowned champions

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The Khomas Region Netball League came to a thrilling close on Saturday at the Wanderers Sports Ground, with Khomas Nampol Netball Club emerging as the Super 10 champions for the 2024 season. Final Standings: Super 10: Khomas Nampol Netball Club Namibian Correctional Services Netball Club Wanderers Netball Club 1st Division: Afrocat Lions (Promoted to Super 10) UNAM Jaguars (Promoted to Super 10) Trustco United Netball Club 2nd Division: Zebra Force Netball Club (Promoted to 1st Division) Tigers Netball Club (Promoted to 1st Division) Dimitri Bittler, Chairperson of the Khomas Region Netball League, confirmed that NUST A Netball Team has been…

01 Oct

Young Warriors eliminated from TotalEnergies CAF U20 2025 | COSAFA Qualifier

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Hilarius Hamutenya Namibia’s Young Warriors have been knocked out of the TotalEnergies CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 | COSAFA Qualifier after a 2-1 defeat against Zambia in Maputo, Mozambique, on Tuesday. Zambia opened the scoring just before halftime and doubled their lead in the 60th minute. Nineteen-year-old Engilio Gaogoseb pulled one back for Namibia with a goal in the 64th minute, but it wasn't enough to change the outcome. This marks the Young Warriors' second loss in the competition, following a narrow 1-0 defeat against Angola. So far, Angola, along with Zambia and Zimbabwe, have advanced to the…

29 Sep

Netball Namibia honours its former presidents

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Ester Mbathera Netball Namibia has awarded honorary membership to its former presidents, recognising their invaluable contributions to the sport's growth in the country. Federation president, Rebekka Goagoses announced this during the conclusion of the MTC Premier League in Otjiwarongo on Sunday. “Recently, at our annual general meeting held in Ongwediva, we took significant steps to honour those who have paved the way for Namibian netball. We awarded honorary membership to former presidents Agnes Tjongarero, Carol Garoes, Lydia Kandetu, Lydia Mutenda, and former Vice President Isadore Nell. Their contributions laid the foundation for the growth we celebrate today, and we owe…

25 Sep

Oshana netball players forced to fund own league

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Hilarius Hamutenya Netball in the Oshana region is grappling with financial difficulties due to a lack of sponsorship, according to Oshana Netball Association chairperson, Foibe Neliwa. “We are facing big challenges, and we currently have a committee where every member contributes N$100 to support netball. Unfortunately, we do not have enough sponsors to assist us,” Neliwa stated. Joleni Shipopyeni, the goal shooter for Afrocat Lions Oshana, reflected on her journey in netball, which began in Ongudi village in the Omungwelume-Ongenga constituency. Her exposure to the sport grew during her time at Gabriel Taapopi Senior Secondary School in 2003-2004, where she…

24 Sep

Long-distance legend Helalia Johannes bows out of major competitions

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Hilarius Hamutenya Long-distance runner Helalia Johannes said she will no longer participate in major events such as the World Championship, Commonwealth Games or the Olympic Games. She told the Windhoek Observer newspaper on Tuesday. “I am an old person now, and the competition level is high compared to my level and age,” she said. The 44-year-old member of the Namibia Defence Force said she will be focussing on doing exercises for flexibility. “I will only continue doing the flexibility training and sports activities for my health and lifestyle,” she said. According to Johannes, she likes trying her best in sports,…

23 Sep

Omungwelume Sports Club working on developing a stadium

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Hilarius Hamutenya The Katunanghee Football Club is organising a youth tournament to help raise funds to develop sports facilities in the village of Omungwelume in the Ohangwena region. The event is slated for December. The club’s co-founder, Ndatipo Shomongula, said they came up with the idea to attract sponsorship. “We don't have enough financial support. I tried to ask many business owners for assistance to help us with funds, but no one helped me,” said Shomongula. He added that he bought the land in January 2018 with the idea of building facilities for basketball, volleyball, and soccer. He said that…

22 Sep

Khomas Netball League prepares for grand finale and award ceremony

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Hilarius Hamutenya The Khomas Netball League wraps up another thrilling season. Excitement is in the air as fans and players alike anticipate the grand finale with matches and an award ceremony set to take place on 5 October at the Patrick Iiyambo Police College in Windhoek. The chairperson of the Khomas Netball Association, Dimitri Bittler, expressed pride in what the league has achieved this year. “This year, Khomas successfully hosted its Super 10, 1st Division, and 2nd Division domestic leagues, each fiercely contested and showcasing the immense talent and passion within the region. Teams battled it out on the courts,…

19 Sep

NCS FC case against NFA dismissed

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Namibian Correctional Service Football Club (NCS FC) has lost its legal battle against the Namibia Football Association (NFA). The club had challenged its disqualification from participating in the Namibia Premier League (NPL) following its promotion from the Southern Stream First Division. The 2024/2025 season saw NCS FC competing in the premier league. However, their participation was blocked because Khomas Nampol, another club owned by the safety and security ministry, is already part of the league. The NFA rules and regulations prohibit two clubs with the same owner from competing in the same league. After hearing arguments from…