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Swakop duo embark on FC Bayern football adventure
Two 14-year-old footballers from the SFC Swakopmund Youth Academy, Avoury 'Pinkie' Amamub and Caleb Sissing, are experiencing a football adventure of a lifetime after travelling to […]
Unam Bokkies open trials … Clever Girls prepare for new season
Unam Bokkies will begin their preparations for the upcoming football season with open trials today as the university side looks to strengthen its squad and buil
Unam sport thrives despite funding constraints
Sport at the University of Namibia (Unam) is making progress, with increased student participation and more opportunities for athletes to compete, but challenge
Sibbinda sports field construction claims life
KATIMA MULILO – A 39-year-old man died after being struck by a falling tree while clearing bush at the site earmarked for the construction of a N$5 million co
African football keeps quiet on Fifa
Local football analyst Isack Hamata says the Confederation of African Football (CAF) is maintaining a ‘quiet diplomacy' compared to other continental football bodies. This week three […]
Zimbabwe claim bronze as Tunisia relegated at Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy
Staff Reporter ZIMBABWE secured third place in the Performance Division of the Rugby Africa 2026 U20 Barthés Trophy after overcoming Tunisia 38-12 in the bronze-medal match at Muteesa II Stadium in Kampala, Uganda. The victory capped a strong second-half response from Zimbabwe following their 35-23 semi-final defeat to Kenya and confirmed Tunisia’s relegation to the ... The post Zimbabwe claim bronze as Tunisia relegated at Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy appeared first on Informanté .
Imbuwa takes Namibia’s volleyball lessons global
Hillary Imbuwa says he is conscious that his international role is not about favouring Namibia or any individual federation. Imbuwa has been appointed as an International Federation of Volleyball (FIVB) sport management and administration expert. “As someone who is passionate about volleyball and sport governance in general, I see the appointment as an opportunity to […] The post Imbuwa takes Namibia’s volleyball lessons global appeared first on The Namibian .
Chula Chula’s Confederation Cup bid falls through
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) says Eeshoke Chula Chula FC was never formally confirmed as Namibia’s representative in the CAF Confederation Cup, despite the club having been submitted to the continental football governing body for consideration. In an interview with Desert FM, NFA secretary general Mabos Vries says the association submitted Chula Chula’s name to […] The post Chula Chula’s Confederation Cup bid falls through appeared first on The Namibian .
Kenya reclaim U20 Barthés Trophy after defeating Namibia
Staff Reporter KENYA have reclaimed the Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy after defeating defending champions Namibia 33-14 in the Performance Division final in Uganda. The victory saw the Kenyan U20 side, known as Chipu, lift the continental title for the fourth time after a dominant performance against the Welwitschias. Kenya took control early, leading Namibia ... The post Kenya reclaim U20 Barthés Trophy after defeating Namibia appeared first on Informanté .
Team Namibia names 12 for Dakar
The Namibia National Olympic Committee (NNOC) has announced a 12-member team of athletes who will represent the country at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal. The delegation will compete across seven sporting codes, with the team comprising athletes, coaches, technical officials and support staff as Namibia prepares for the first Olympic event to... The post Team Namibia names 12 for Dakar appeared first on New Era .
Windhoek Gymnasium U/19 edge SKW 1–0
Windhoek Gymnasium U/19 secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Sport Klub Windhoek (SKW) U/19 in a tough and closely contested encounter. Both teams battled fiercely throughout the match, with neither side willing to give an inch. Just when it seemed the game would end in a draw, Windhoek Gymnasium produced a late moment of brilliance... The post Windhoek Gymnasium U/19 edge SKW 1–0 appeared first on New Era .
NRU & Wanderers condemn racial abuse
The Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) and Wanderers Sports Club have both condemned an incident of racial abuse at Wanderers Sport Club over the weekend. A spectator at the premier league match between Wanderers and Unam was evicted after making racial insults to linesman Dan Sule and both Wanderers and the NRU yesterday vowed to take […] The post NRU & Wanderers condemn racial abuse appeared first on The Namibian .
Ingebrigtsen delivers masterclass for seventh European athletics gold
Jakob Ingebrigtsen consolidated his place as the most successful male athlete in European history on Monday when he won the 5 000m in Birmingham for his […]
Oshikoto closes unregistered Ebenezer Royal Primary School
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has officially closed Ebenezer Royal Primary School in Omuthiya after the private school was found to be operating without registration. The closure comes amid allegations of sexual abuse involving hostel learners, with the Oshikoto education directorate now placing learners at other schools. The ... The post Oshikoto closes unregistered Ebenezer Royal Primary School appeared first on Informanté .
Omusati Horse Racing event geared up to go
The 17th Annual Omusati Horse Racing Competition will take place on 15 August at the Kuku Helvi Mpingana Kondombolo Horse Racing Sport Field and Recreation Centre in Onamatanga village, Ruacana constituency. Organisers said preparations for the popular sporting event are at an advanced stage. Chairperson of the Omusati Annual Horse Racing Preparation Committee, Johannes Shaanika,... The post Omusati Horse Racing event geared up to go appeared first on New Era .
Coach Paulus stuck in bed … appeals for help, wheelchair batteries dead
Local football coach and community sports figure Simson Tuhafeni Paulus has appealed for financial assistance after the batteries powering his wheelchair completely stopped working. This leaves him stuck in bed and unable to carry out his daily activities. Paulus, who is a former coach of the Unam Bokkies FC and currently serves as a coach... The post Coach Paulus stuck in bed … appeals for help, wheelchair batteries dead appeared first on New Era .
Spar Challenge crucial for Desert Jewels
The Debmarine Desert Jewels are using the ongoing Spar Challenge in Cape Town as a crucial preparation platform ahead of the Africa Netball Cup, which is a Netball World Cup qualifier. The Namibian side is benefiting from a series of competitive matches against strong opposition. Senior player Grace Matyayi said the tournament is giving the... The post Spar Challenge crucial for Desert Jewels appeared first on New Era .
Namibia, Kenya set for Barthes Trophy showdown
Defending champions Namibia will face Kenya in the final of the 2026 Rugby Africa U/20 Barthes Trophy tomorrow. Both sides will be chasing a record fourth continental title and qualification for the World Rugby Junior Trophy. Namibia booked their place in the final after edging Tunisia 11-6 in a tightly contested Performance Division semi-final in... The post Namibia, Kenya set for Barthes Trophy showdown appeared first on New Era .
Namibia to host first-ever T20 tri-series
Cricket Namibia on Friday announced the inaugural FNB T20 Tri-Series and an ODI series featuring Namibia’s FNB Eagles, South Africa’s Proteas and Zimbabwe’s Chevrons. The tri-series will get underway on 28 August, with each team set to face the other twice. Following the completion of the tri-series, the FNB Eagles and Proteas will contest an... The post Namibia to host first-ever T20 tri-series appeared first on New Era .
Wanderers win marred by racial incident
FNB Unam’s chances of reaching the semifinals of the Rugby Premier League suffered a big blow when they lost 48-24 to FNB Wanderers on Saturday in a match that was soured by a racial incident. A spectator was asked to leave Wanderers’ premises after racially abusing a linesman Dan Sule, who later condemned the incident […] The post Wanderers win marred by racial incident appeared first on The Namibian .
Masilingi quits running over hormone medication rules
One of Namibia’s most accomplished young sprinters and an Olympic finalist, Beatrice Masilingi, has effectively stepped away from competitive athletics after deciding to stop takin...