The Ministry of Sport held the Namibian Wrestling Federation's send-off for the national wrestling team on Thursday evening.

The team is gearing up for the African Wrestling Championships in Casablanca, Morocco, set to take place from April 29 to May 4, 2025.

Among those in attendance were Freddy Mwyá, Chief Administrator of the Namibia Sport Commission; Joan Smit, Secretary General of the Namibia National Olympic Committee (NNOC); and Jo-Ann Manuel, the Director of Sport in the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture.

All gathered to offer their support and words of encouragement to the wrestlers as they embark on this important journey.

Jo-Ann Manuel, Director of Sport, also shared her excitement and vision for the wrestling team's future.

The team, full of energy and determination, expressed their excitement for the upcoming competition; the wrestlers shared their commitment to making Namibia proud.

The Namibian wrestling team is ready to face the challenges ahead in Morocco, where they will compete against top wrestlers from across Africa.

This event is not only a test of skill but also a key part of the Namibia Wrestling Federation's long-term strategy to grow the sport and elevate Namibia's presence in the global wrestling arena.

Yes, the topic and headline align well with the body of the story, which details the send-off event for the Namibian wrestling team heading to the African Championships in Morocco.

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