With Namibia preparing for a crucial qualifying double-header against Cameroon on 12 and 16 November 2026, Brave Warriors head coach Collin Benjamin has named his final 23-man squad for the two encounters.
Experienced midfielder Absalom Iimbondi returns to the national fold after an absence dating back to 2024, while several newcomers have also earned places in Benjamin's final selection.
The Brave Warriors enter the upcoming Group G fixtures knowing the two matches against Cameroon could prove decisive in their qualification campaign. The first encounter will be played at the Pamoja Stadium in Douala on 12 November 2026, before Namibia hosts the return fixture in Botswana four days later.
Benjamin trimmed his preliminary 34-man squad to 23 players, with a number of experienced campaigners returning while several younger players missed the final cut.
Among the newcomers to the national setup, Sibeso of Eeshoke Chula Chula and Nampol's Ingo retained their places alongside first-choice goalkeeper Ndisiro. In defence, Okahandja United's Cosmos Shitulapo is the only newcomer from the preliminary squad to make the final selection. Victor Alweendo and Alex Mumbamgo missed out, with Benjamin opting for eight defenders for the two fixtures.
The midfield selection also underwent key changes, with Petrus Shitembi ruled out through injury. However, Absalom Iimbondi returns to the national team after being out of the squad since 2024. Tjiueza, who had previously been sidelined through injury, is also back in the fold to feature for the Brave Warriors, joining newcomers Doeseb and Shiyave among Benjamin's midfield options. Regular squad member Paulus Hamutenya missed out, alongside Namib, Kasaona, and Jonas.
Up front, captain Peter Shalulile and striker Muzeu will lead Namibia's attack, while 19-year-old Buccaneers forward Rachid Naobeb earned a place in the final squad. Simon Elago, who has previously represented the national team, is among the notable attacking omissions alongside youngsters Somseb, Kurija, and Gurirab.
The Brave Warriors will face Cameroon in Douala on 12 November 2026 before travelling to Botswana for the return fixture on 16 November 2026.