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27 Oct

Exclusive Interview with Turky Tiisa Ndashiiva:Vice Chairperson of Namibia Sports Commission Former chairperson of Tigers Sport Club

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Name : Turky Tiisa NdashiivaDate of Birth : 9 OctoberPlace of Birth : WindhoekCurrent Position: Vice ChairpersonOrganization : Namibia Sports CommissionPosition : Former ChairpersonClub : Tigers Sport Club You currently sit on the Namibia Sports Commission as a Vice Chairperson, which means you have been involved in sports to get there. How did it all start?Well, I started my sport career at primary school. I went to Namutoni Primary school and started there as a netball player. I then went on to Shifidi Secondary School and AME Private School, where I continued to play. In 1994, I joined African Blizzards…

26 Oct

Meet Bakpro Oshana Millennial Queens

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Bakpro Oshana Millennial Queens is a women football team which hails from Ondangwa and plays in Oshana Women regional league which just kicked off on saturday last week.This team is proudly sponsored by Bakpro as well as Ondangwa SME Youth Expo. Bakpro players spend time working at GD EVENTS & PROMOTIONS CC a company which specializes in Corporate marketing, Activations and Events management on their off days inorder for the players to be able to earn something to sustain the players and the team in general.

26 Oct

Namibia Sports Commission host Sport Conference and Expo and NASA 2023

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Swakopmund , Namibia : The Namibia Sports Commission is hosting the Namibia Sports Award 2023 on October 28th at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund. This exciting event will feature several activities leading up to the awards ceremony. The event kicked off with a sports conference and expo. This includes a 1.5-day conference from October 25th to 26th, featuring workshops and panel discussions. The conference likely focuses on various aspects of sports, including sports diplomacy, player agency, and the journey of Namibian Olympic athletes. The highlight of the event will be the annual Namibia Sports Awards ceremony taking place on Saturday,…

26 Oct

CAF’s Jacqueline Shipanga Commends Progress in Women’s Football Development

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In a recent development, Jacqueline Shipanga, a prominent technical expert associated with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), expressed her admiration for the strides made in the development of women’s football on the continent. Shipanga, who played a pivotal role in conducting the Elite Women Instructors course, shared her thoughts on the ongoing journey towards empowering women in football. The CAF New Women Instructors course was initiated with the goal of identifying potential Women Instructors within Member Associations (MAs) who could further evolve into local, zonal, and CAF Instructors. Speaking in reference to the CAF Convention, Shipanga highlighted the extensive…

25 Oct

Nurturing Young Talent with Bokomo’s Support

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Windhoek, Namibia: Namibian grassroots football, The Champion Maize League, aptly titled "Be Your Best," has been gaining momentum, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Bokomo. This brainchild of the DTS Football Academy is all about fostering talent at the foundational level, ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to kick a football. The league's main objective is to promote inclusivity, in the world of sports, every child deserves a chance to shine. DTS Football Academy's primary mission is to create a safe and nurturing space for Namibian children. They aim to provide an environment where kids…

24 Oct

Khomas NAMPOL Triumphs at Bank Windhoek NVF Cup Finals 2023

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Windhoek, Namibia - It was a day of intense competition, unrelenting spirit, and outstanding performances at the Bank Windhoek NVF Cup Finals 2023. Khomas NAMPOL emerged as the victorious team in both the men’s and women’s competitions, solidifying their reputation as a dominant force in Namibian volleyball. In a thrilling showdown in the men’s final, Khomas NAMPOL, under the leadership of captain Mensah Kambala, showcased their mettle by claiming the coveted title. Captain Kambala expressed his pride in his team’s performance and acknowledged the fierce nature of the match. On the other side of the net, NDF’s captain, Asser Daniel,…

24 Oct

Record-breaking Success at the 10th Erongo Powersave Omaruru Street Mile Run

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Omaruru, Namibia - The 10th edition of the Erongo Powersave Omaruru Street Mile Run concluded with resounding success, attracting an impressive turnout of 1,402 participants from all corners of Namibia. This annual event, held in the picturesque town of Omaruru, is a 1.6-kilometer race that brings together athletes from all 14 regions of Namibia, including competitors from Botswana’s Orapa Athletics Club. Berthold Karumendu, the sports officer of the Ministry of Sport, Youth, and National Service, based in the Erongo Region and Race Director for the Street Mile Run, expressed his delight at the growth of the event over the past…

20 Oct

An exclusive interview withVeronica Van Wyk: Football player

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Name : Veronica Van WykDate of Birth : 06January 99Place of Birth : GobabisCareer : Radio Presenter/ProducerOrganization : NBC Kaisames FMPosition : Central Back/Right BackClub : Girls and Goals FCSport : Football Who is Vero?My full name is Veronica Verona Van Wyk better known as Vero, I consider myself as a Brave Gladiators, as I have represented the Namibia National Women Football team as a player. I currently play for the Girls & Goals Football Team in the NFA Women Super League as defender.Currently am a freelance sports producer/presenter at NBC Kaisames FM. Okay, a football player and a media…

20 Oct

Just Saying with Matts Haikali

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Enthusiasm and unwavering support of fans is often celebrated as a driving force behind the success of teams and the growth of the game of football. Namibian’s all over the country have witnessed an overwhelming surge in support for Eshoke Chula Chula, both in Oshakati and Windhoek. This unprecedented backing from fans has injected new life into local football. However, as the old adage goes, “With great power comes great responsibility,” and this newfound popularity presents its own set of challenges that demand a thoughtful response from football administrators. Am just saying, the scenes that unfolded during the recent match…

19 Oct

DTS Youth Football Tournament hailed as Success

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The Annual DTS Youth Football Tournament was a huge success over this past weekend with an amazing turnout. It's fantastic to hear that the Annual DTS Youth Football Tournament was such a success with an impressive turnout and great achievements. DTS's dominance across multiple age groups, with gold medals in Under 8, 9, 10, and 13, is quite an accomplishment. Even the third-place finishes by the Under 7, Under 15, and Under 17 teams show the club's consistent performance across different categories. The statistics of 223 matches played over 3 days involving 16 clubs/schools, 1270 athletes and a total of…