The Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) has secured a significant sponsorship deal worth N$3 million from Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) to support various programs and strengthen the foundation of rugby in the country.
This partnership comes ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup, highlighting NBL's commitment to nurturing talent and building a competitive national team.
The Council of Southern African Football Associations recently announced the implementation of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the Southern region, which will be utilized at all COSAFA events.
The VAR system serves as a support tool for officials.
The Video Assistant Referee system was incorporated into the 2018/2019 edition of the Laws of the Game and was effectively utilized during the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
A group of cyclists from Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa, raising awareness about the significance of the Trans-Kalahari Corridor, has arrived in Namibia.
The cycling initiative is a first step toward the elimination of tariff barriers erected at the borders and within countries.
Welcoming the cyclists at the Mamuno-Trans Kalahari Border Post in the Omaheke Region, the Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, highlighted the significance of the corridor in economic development and cooperation between member states.
Athletics Namibia hosted its annual Senior National Athletics Championship in Windhoek, attracting top athletes from across 12 affiliated regions.
The championship, held over the weekend, was filled with competitive spirit, remarkable performances, and notable achievements.
Athletics Namibia President, Erwin Naimhwaka, expressed his satisfaction with the level of competition and performances.
He highlighted the eagerness of the athletes to compete, which led to some outstanding results.
Defending champions African Stars have retained the Debmarine Premiership title after a decisive 2-0 victory over Orlando Pirates in the final match of the season at Independence Stadium on Saturday.
The first half was intense, with both teams displaying impressive skill ,but ultimately ending in a goalless draw.
However, in the second half, African Stars stepped up their game, scoring two stunning goals, including a beautiful free kick by Awilo Stephanus, in front of a roaring crowd.
In a night filled with high-octane boxing action at Ramatex in Windhoek, Namibia's Fillipus "Energy" Nghitumbwa defeated China's DeKang Wang in a closely contested match for the WBO Super Bantamweight title.
The bout was part of a special tribute boxing event, honoring the late President Dr. Hage Geingob at Ramatex in Windhoek.
In a thrilling main event, Nghitumbwa faced Wang in a 12-round battle that kept both Namibian and Chinese fans on the edge of their seats.
The sports fraternity came together on Wednesday to pay their final respects to the late Reho Falcons rugby club Chairman, Etienne Coetzee, along with his two rugby-playing sons, Edmando and Ethan, and their close friend, Grecshlinn Bruwer, who all represented the same club.
Tragically, the four individuals lost their lives in a recent car accident, just 10 kilometers from Rehoboth.
Mourners from various backgrounds gathered at the Hage Geingob Rugby Stadium for a candlelight vigil held in their honor.
The executive management of the nbc met with ||Kharas Governor Aletha Frederick and other stakeholders at Keetmanshoop to discuss the prospects of hosting the pageant in the region.
The Luderitz Waterfront Development Company expressed interest in hosting the coveted pageants at Luderitz.
Against this backdrop, the nbc executive management, led by its Chief News and Programming Officer, Menesia Muinjo, held consultations with stakeholders.
Following a period of administrative disputes, Namibian football is poised for a strong comeback.
The Namibian Football Association (NFA) and the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and held a follow-up meeting to solidify their commitment to promoting football development in the country.
The MOU, signed on March 28th, 2024, paves the way for unrestricted broadcasting of all football activities in Namibia, including the top-flight league, lower tiers, and cup matches for both men's and women's divisions.
The Namibia National Olympic Committee (NNOC) is set to host an activation event this Saturday in Windhoek to celebrate athletes who have already qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, and to encourage those still working towards qualification.
The event, designed to promote the Olympic spirit, will take place at Wernhill Park.
As many athletes are still striving to secure their places in the prestigious games, deadlines are approaching for some sports to qualify through various international events.
