Sports – Windhoek Observer

02 Sep

Swakopmund Mayoral Cup secures N$30 000 sponsorship

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Hertta-Maia Amutenja Bornfree Fishing and RND Holdings have sponsored the 2025 Swakopmund Mayoral Cup with N$30 000. The sponsorship, which includes funding and trophies, was announced at the official launch of the tournament on 29 August in Swakopmund. This year’s Mayoral Cup will see 34 teams compete in soccer and netball. Prizes include cash and trophies for top performers, such as the fair play team (N$2 000) and the player, coach, goalkeeper, top scorer, referee, and assistant referee of the tournament (each N$1 000). The two companies also donated a soccer kit to the Swakopmund Municipality staff team, which will…

28 Aug

Nasria pledges N$350 000 to support Brave Warriors

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association (Nasria) has handed over sponsorships worth N$355 000, including N$100 000 in cash, to the Brave Warriors to support their FIFA World Cup preparations. Nasria marketing and sales executive Ndapona Schleberger said the contribution forms part of the company’s corporate social responsibility and represents an investment in Namibia’s human capital. “This investment fuels national pride, inspires our youth and supports our athletes as they represent Namibia on the world’s grandest sporting stage. The support we have handed over today represents far more than their monetary value. For the Brave Warriors, it is…

27 Aug

Tough start for Beauties in CAF league

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe FNB Women’s Super League champions, Beauties Football Club, suffer their second defeat at the CAF Women’s Champions League in South Africa on Sunday. South African league winners Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies defeated the Namibian champions 7–0. This came after their opening 3–0 defeat to Zambia’s Zesco Ndola Girls Football Club. Beauties, however, managed a 3–0 victory against Malawi’s Ntopwa Football Club over the past weekend. The Okahandja side is making its debut at the regional tournament, which serves as a qualifier for the CAF Women’s Champions League finals. The team is banking on a mix of youth and experienced…

25 Aug

Usakos allocates N$8 million for sports

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Usakos Town Council has allocated N$8 million for the upgrading of two sports facilities. The projects form part of the national sport facilities development plan, which aims to ensure that all 14 regions and 121 constituencies have standard facilities for sport development. According to the council, the projects are being carried out in consultation with the ministry of education, innovation, youth, sports, arts and culture. “After an interactive and impactful meeting with the ministry, we are especially proud to announce that the Usakos Sports Field will be upgraded at an estimated cost of N$8 million,” the council…

22 Aug

NFA congratulates Shalulile on 129 goals

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has congratulated Brave Warriors captain Peter Shalulile for equalling the South African Premier League’s all-time goal-scoring record. Shalulile, who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns, scored in his team’s 2–0 win against Magesi FC on Wednesday night. His goal brought his tally to 129, matching the record set by South African football legend Siyabonga Nomvethe. In a statement, the NFA described Shalulile as an ambassador for Namibian football. “Peter, your dedication and passion are an inspiration to us all. We are incredibly proud of your achievement and your role as an ambassador for our nation.…

21 Aug

Walvis Bay to host corporate football tourney

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Allexer Namundjembo Thirty-three companies are set to take part in the inaugural Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) 7-A-Side Corporate Soccer Tournament. Namport launched the tourney on Wednesday at the Walvis Bay Municipality Civic Centre. The launch included the official draw of fixtures. Matches will be played every Friday and Saturday starting 22 August, with the grand final scheduled for 26 September. Namport executive for commercial Elias Mwenyo said the tournament is designed to go beyond football.“Wellness interventions of this nature should no longer be seen as voluntary acts but as an essential part of sustainable business operations. At Namport, we believe…

21 Aug

Brave Warriors fans travelling to Botswana to sign indemnity forms

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has directed that all supporters travelling to Botswana to back the Brave Warriors must sign an indemnity form before boarding government-sponsored buses. NFA interim secretary general Cassius Moetie made the announcement on Wednesday during a press briefing at Soccer House in Windhoek. He said the measure is to protect both the government and the NFA from liability during the trip. “Very, very important for every Namibian going there… Before you get in the bus, you will sign an indemnity form that will indemnify the NFA and the government for any unforeseen circumstances and…

20 Aug

Sports ministry evaluates sites for new sports facilities

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The ministry of sports is conducting site inspections in various regions for the development of basic sports infrastructure. Head of delegation Flora Yambwa said on Tuesday that the visits form part of the ministry’s plan to evaluate identified locations in 121 constituencies. On 12 August 2025, the team met with the Otjinene Councillor and his leadership to review a proposed development site. The delegation then proceeded to Okandjira–Ovitoto in the Omatako Constituency of the Otjozondjupa region, where they were received by deputy directors from the Regional Council and officers from the Village Council. “In the Erongo Region, the…

19 Aug

Namibia to host ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa qualifier

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Namibia will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s T20 World Cup Africa qualifier in Windhoek from 31 August to 6 September 2025. Cricket Namibia announced on Monday that the tournament will feature eight countries competing for two spots at the Global Qualifier for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Chief executive officer Johan Muller said the event marks a milestone for women’s cricket in the region. “Namibia is pleased to host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier and to welcome seven international teams to our new home of cricket. This event is not only about…

19 Aug

Swimmers eye Olympic path in Romania

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Seven Namibian swimmers are competing at the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Otopeni, Romania, this week. The event is seen as a step in preparing for upcoming regional, continental, and world tournaments. Namibia Aquatic Sports Federation (NASFED) president Riaan Steyn said the swimmers face a busy calendar with the Africa Youth Games, Youth Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Youth Commonwealth Games, and qualifications for the 2028 Olympic Games all ahead. “This event is a great platform, and further step, for our NASFED athletes towards qualification for upcoming events such as the Africa Youth Games, Youth Olympics, Commonwealth and Youth…