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Darts federation pleads for funding
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Darts federation pleads for funding

Maurice Kambukwe The Namibia Darts Federation (NDF) has extended an urgent appeal to the corporate world for financial assistance to undertake their upcoming trip to Eswatini (Swaziland). The NDF is currently in camp preparing for the Region 5 Darts Championships, which will take place in the town of Matsapha from 27 to 31 August. The...

Football agents not raking in profit … league lacks financial muscle
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Football agents not raking in profit … league lacks financial muscle

While the transfer window typically signifies a lucrative period for football agents in many parts of the world, the reality for those operating locally is far less promising.  With the local transfer window currently open and players moving between various local clubs, many might assume that agents are raking in profits from these deals. But...

Ongos Ladies intensify Cosafa preparations 
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Ongos Ladies intensify Cosafa preparations 

Ongos Ladies FC is beefing up their squad for the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) Women’s Champions League Cosafa qualifiers by bringing in five new players.  Head coach Shama Gure expressed optimism about their chances to advance to the next round this year. “We are roping in five new players to strengthen the squad. I...

Stars take CAF games to Botswana …aims to reduce costs
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Stars take CAF games to Botswana …aims to reduce costs

In a strategic move to cut costs, reigning Debmarine champions African Stars will host their Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) Champions League preliminary match in Botswana, the club chairman said. Salomo Hei explained that the move is aimed at reducing costs and enhancing fan accessibility. He added that by moving their match to Botswana, the...

52 archers selected for Region 5 tournament 
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52 archers selected for Region 5 tournament 

Namibia has fielded a team of 52 archers for the upcoming Region 5 tournament, scheduled to take place at Walvis Bay Private School from 22 to 24 August. The selected archers are divided into three teams: the Africa Genesis Archery (AGA) team, the development team, and the national team. Five countries will compete for top...

We should focus on grassroots development – Mwatelulo …as he outlines his plans for federation
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We should focus on grassroots development – Mwatelulo …as he outlines his plans for federation

Newly-elected president of the Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) Tobias Mwatelulo has outlined his vision for the sport discipline, while emphasising the importance of grassroots development. Mwatelulo, who represented Namibia at junior level, took over as president from Hillary Dux Imbuwa following the federation’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), which took place last week at Katima Mulilo...

Cyclists arrive in Paris as Olympics start Friday
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Cyclists arrive in Paris as Olympics start Friday

Namibia’s cyclist Vera Looser and her team yesterday arrived in Paris, where she is set to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics, which is set to commence in less than two days.   The games will officially commence on Friday, and conclude on 11 August at the Stade de France.  A total of 10 714...

Kilimanjaro Boxing Club returns 
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Kilimanjaro Boxing Club returns 

Six months ago, the MTC Kilimanjaro Boxing Club embarked on an ambitious journey to bring boxing to the youth in Namibia’s remote regions. With a mission to scout and nurture young talent, the initiative covered regions, namely Zambezi, Kavango East and West, Oshana, Omusati, Oshikoto and Ohangwena, covering more than 50 schools.  It aims to...

Exciting games expected in the KBA 
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Exciting games expected in the KBA 

The Khomas Basketball Association (KBA) will continue this weekend, as teams aim to finish the league season on a high note. John Tjirimuje, the marketing manager at the association, said the upcoming games are expected to be highly competitive as teams fight to end the season strongly. “The league is coming to an end very...