Erasmus Shalihaxwe
The City of Windhoek has completed the refurbishment of the netball court at Khomasdal Stadium at a cost of N$287 000.
City corporate communications officer Lydia Amutenye said the upgraded court provides much-needed space for netball players and ensures a safe and vibrant environment for both players and spectators.
“After years of wear and tear, the court has received a stunning facelift—revived, re-lined, and ready for action,” Amutenye said.
She added that the project officially began on 14 May 2025, when the site was handed over to Holm’s Construction, and was completed less than a month later, on 10 June 2025.
Amutenye also announced that the City Council has approved a proposal to rename the Khomasdal Stadium in honour of the late Bobby Walter Sissing.
Sissing was known for his contribution to local football and his fight against apartheid before Namibia’s independence.
“This upgrade couldn’t have come at a better time, as the stadium is also set to be renamed in honour of the late Bobby Walter Sissing, following a decision by the City Council in 2024. Here is to revitalising spaces and honouring legacies—game on,” she said.
The Namibian Netball Association has repeatedly called for more netball courts across the country.
The association has urged local authorities to convert public spaces into netball courts to give more opportunities to current and aspiring players.
