Assistant coach at African Stars who stepped into interim coaching role when head coach Bob Mafoso departed mid-season.
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The Namibian
Agnus Elemu departed as head coach from African Stars FC after leading team to fourth league title
“African Stars FC management last week announced a 'divorce'/ contract agreement between the club and head coach Agnus Elemu, who successfully led Stars to a fourth league title this season.”
Stars bring back ‘Coach Benni’New Era
Stars' head coach Agnus Elemu blamed the poor performance on the condition of the pitch
“Stars' head coach, Agnus Elemu, blamed the poor performance on the condition of the pitch.”
Stars, Chula Chula falter at Top 8 CupThe Namibian
Agnus Elemu has stepped up to the hot seat as African Stars coach after Bob Mafoso departed
“They lost coach Bob Mafoso midway through the season when he joined Lesotho's national squad, but assistant coach Agnus Elemu has stepped up to the hot seat and despite a few hiccups, has maintained their title charge.”
Down to the wire as Stars, Chula Chula aim for gloryNew Era
African Stars coach Agnus Elemu said they knew it would not be easy against Chula Chula at home
“African Stars coach Agnus Elemu said they knew it would not be easy against Chula Chula at home with their fans behind them.”
Stars, Chula Chula share spoils … as season draws to a closeThe Namibian
Stars' new coach Agnus Elemu said his team showed true character
“Afterwards, Stars' new coach Agnus Elemu said his team showed true character.”
African Stars respond like championsNew Era
Agnus Elemu cautioned that African Stars' away matches in Rundu will be anything but straightforward
“Meanwhile, with Bob Mafoso the head coach of African Stars leaving for Lesotho, Agnus Elemu the interim coach cautioned that their away matches in Rundu will be anything but straightforward.”
Ngarizemo out to collect points … as African Stars looks to extend leadThe Namibian
Agnus Elemu will now be in charge for the time being as assistant coach
“Heii said that assistant coach Agnus Elemu and the rest of their technical team will now be in charge for the time being.”
Headless Stars take to the roadNew Era
Agnus Elemu commended his players' discipline and mentality
“Stars head coach Agnus Elemu commended his players' discipline and mentality, saying the team approaches each match with the same focus.”
Okahandja United sinks Bucks Buccaneers … African Stars tighten grip on top spotThe Namibian
African Stars Football Club assistant coach Agnus Elemu attributed the team's inconsistent form to a spate of injuries to key players
“African Stars Football Club assistant coach Agnus Elemu has attributed the team's inconsistent form this season to a spate of injuries to key players, but remains confident the defending champions will soon return to their best.”
African Stars will get back to its best soon: ElemuAfrican Stars have appointed Benedictus 'Coach Benni' Haoseb as interim head coach following Agnus Elemu's departure. Haoseb will lead the club through their upcoming CAF Champions League campaign until a permanent coach is appointed.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars have appointed Benedictus 'Coach Benni' Haoseb as interim head coach following Agnus Elemu's departure. Haoseb will lead the club through their upcoming CAF Champions League campaign until a permanent coach is appointed.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Premier Football League champions African Stars and runners-up Eeshoke Chula Chula both failed to advance from the Standard Bank Top 8 Cup in Swakopmund. Stars lost 2-4 to Eleven Arrows on penalties after a goalless draw, while Mighty Gunners defeated Eeshoke Chula Chula 1-0.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Premier Football League title race reaches its climax this weekend with African Stars one point ahead of Eeshoke Chula Chula with two rounds remaining. Stars need maximum points against Unam and FC Ongos to secure a fourth consecutive title, while Chula Chula hopes the defending champions slip up in their final matches against Okahandja United and Bucks Buccaneers.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars and Eeshoke Chula Chula drew 0-0 in Round 27 of the Namibia Premier Football League, with Stars remaining first on 51 points and Chula Chula second on 50 points, one point apart with three games remaining in the season.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibia Premier Football League top scorer Petrus Stephanus has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025/26 season after suffering a tibia and fibula fracture during FC Ongos' 2-0 defeat to KK Palace FC on Sunday. The 31-year-old striker, who had 12 goals in 26 matches, underwent successful surgery and is recovering at Katutura Intermediate Hospital.
17 March 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars defeated Mighty Gunners 1-0 on Friday with Awilo Stephanus scoring a penalty, keeping their bid for a fourth successive league title alive despite playing with ten men for much of the match. Coach Agnus Elemu praised his team's character, while Stephanus said the squad has the strength to secure the title and make history with a fourth consecutive championship.
23 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Young African's Marley Ngarizemo says his side is ready for tough matches against KK Palace and Eeshoke Chula Chula despite a difficult campaign start, while African Stars' interim coach Agnus Elemu warns that away matches in Rundu will be challenging as teams fight for survival.
13 February 2026 · New Era →
Log-leading African Stars depart for Rundu this weekend without head coach Bob Mafoso, who accepted a two-year contract with the Lesotho Football Association without informing the Namibian club. Assistant coach Agnus Elemu and the technical team will take temporary charge, with Stars unlikely to appoint a new head coach before season's end given only seven weeks remain.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Okahandja United defeated Bucks Buccaneers 3-1 in a Namibia Premier Football League match on Saturday, while defending champions African Stars won 2-0 over Khomas Nampol to tighten their grip on the top spot in the standings.
9 February 2026 · New Era →