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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Brave Gladiators, Namibia's national senior women's football team, are set to face Eswatini without key international player Zenatha Coleman.  Head coach Woody Jacobs announced on Monday that several experienced players will be unavailable for the first leg of the 2025 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifying campaign. “We intend to go all out in this round, the team is well prepared and in high spirits, and the players are above the bar in terms of fitness levels because they have been playing in the FNB Women's Super League. No major injuries have been reported but the…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The head coach of the Brave Gladiators, Woody Jacobs is set to announce the final squad for the national senior women’s team ahead of their trip to Eswatini for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers this week. The team has been in camp since 9 February, with 40 players called up. The squad will be trimmed to 23 players who will travel for the first leg of the continental tournament. The Namibia Football Association’s spokesperson, Isack Hamata confirmed on Sunday that the team will depart for Eswatini on Tuesday.  The first leg is scheduled for 19…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe African Stars, the reigning Debmarine Namibia Premier League champions, are still searching for a head coach nearly two weeks after Fillemon Ronny Kanalelo resigned. African Stars chairman, Salomo Hei confirmed on Thursday that the recruitment process has begun, with the position already advertised.  He said the club has received strong interest from various candidates. ‘’We are still in the process, and we have been inundated with people interested in the position, but the final decision has not been made yet. But as soon we finalise the process we will let the public know,’’ said Hei. Kanalelo, who was…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has suspended all sporting activities across its associations and federations during the mourning period of mourning for Founding President Sam Nujoma. The NFA’s Secretary General, Charles Siyauya confirmed the decision on Thursday, stating that the suspension is a mark of respect for the late former head of state. ‘’This suspension only applies to official matches and competitive events. Teams can continue with training and practice sessions, but we kindly ask that these be held without fans or spectators present. We encourage everyone to conduct these sessions respectfully and in line with the national…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Namibia Football Association (NFA) is deliberating on whether to proceed with matches without spectators in compliance with government directives during the mourning period for founding president Sam Nujoma. On Wednesday, the NFA spokesperson, Isack Hamata, said that although the government now permits sporting events without spectators, the football governing body has yet to make a final decision.  “The leaders are conferring on the amended directives. The official position will be shared soon, I hope. But from where I stand, I do not think any club would want to play without spectators,” said Hamata. The ban disrupted various…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Deputy Minister of Information, Communication and Technology Modestus Amutse has defended the government's decision to ban sports activities during the mourning period of the late founding president, Sam Nujoma. According to Amutse, there is no specific law required to enforce the directive. “Giving the necessary honour that the founding president deserves does not need regulations. It needs our ability to think that if we are mourning a person we so respect, we better do it in the best style that ascribes to that,’’ said Amutse. He made these remarks on Wednesday while providing updates on the funeral arrangements…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Netball Namibia is strengthening its presence on the international stage while working towards becoming a dominant force in both regional and global competitions.  Over the next five years, the federation aims to expand its talent pool by enhancing grassroots development and investing in better training facilities. Speaking to Windhoek Observer on Monday, Netball Namibia Secretary-General Sofia Simon said this would require collective efforts from all stakeholders including government, private sectors, administrators, and players themselves, to grow. Simon shared these remarks following the selection of two Namibian players, Cornelia Mupenda and Mwale Mulenamaswe, to participate in Singapore’s Netball Super…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Minister of Sports, Youth, and National Services Agnes Tjongarero announced that all sports activities and gatherings will be temporarily suspended, similar to the restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 outbreak.  This follows a directive issued on Monday, instructing all sports organisers to halt activities during the mourning period for the late founding president, Sam Nujoma, who passed away on Sunday. “We are doing it the same way we did it during COVID-19. We don’t want any gatherings. Wherever there are gatherings, they are not allowed. We want to honour this great man, so even if it's training and there…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Various sports codes across the country sent messages of condolences to the family of Founding President Sam Nujoma and the nation on Sunday. Namibia’s first Olympic medalist, Frank Fredericks, said Nujoma’s vision, dedication, and leadership shaped the nation and inspired many. “Let us come together to remember the values he instilled in us: unity, perseverance, and hope for a brighter future,” said Fredericks. Disability Sports Namibia (DSN) also joined the nation in mourning the passing of Nujoma. “His remarkable leadership and tireless commitment to our country have left an indelible mark on Namibia's history,” the DSN. Khomas Netball…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has suspended the Namibian Correctional Service Football Club and its senior officials, General Raphael Hamunyela and Absalom Mushaandja, with immediate effect. NFA Secretary General, Charles Siyauya confirmed the suspension over the weekend, stating that it was imposed under Article 17 (1) of the NFA statutes and will remain in effect until further notice.  As a result, the club and its officials have lost all membership rights as outlined in Article 17 (3) of the NFA statutes, as well as Articles 12 and 14 (3) of the Southern Stream First Division statutes. “Namibian Correctional…