Also known as: Mr Barry Rukoro
Former NFA administrator who credits the Nedbank Newspaper Cup with developing Namibian football talent leading to 2015 Cosafa Cup success.
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The Namibian
Barry Rukoro was the incumbent NFA administrator when the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup launched in 2001
“Rukoro, who was the incumbent administrator of the NFA when the tournament launched in 2001, says the competition came at a time when the (NFA) wanted to address "the serious lack of structured youth", while expanding its activity calendar.”
The oven for Namibia’s golden generationThe Namibian
Barry Rukoro says the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup birthed a golden generation of national football talent
“Former Namibia Football Association (NFA) administrator Barry Rukoro says the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup has birthed a golden generation of national football talent.”
The oven for Namibia’s golden generationNew Era
Barry Rukoro welcomed Kandorozu's call for unity
“Approached for comment, Barry Rukoro, a staunch Nudo member who was at the centre stage of the party controversies in the previous Presidential and National Assembly elections in 2024, welcomed Kandorozu's call.”
Kandorozu calls for unity in warring NudoThe Namibian
Former Namibia Football Association secretary general Barry Rukoro says it is difficult for Namibia and Botswana to host alone
“But he adds: "It's difficult for Namibia and Botswana to do it on their own.”
Nam, SA Afcon talks still a pipedream, experts sayThe Namibian
Barry Rukoro said the partnership is a temporary measure
“At a press briefing held at Swanu's headquarters in Windhoek yesterday, Rukoro said the partnership is a temporary measure.”
Swanu welcomes Nudo members, bolsters parliamentary presenceThe Namibian
Barry Rukoro led a Nudo faction that joined Swanu on Wednesday
“On Wednesday, a Nudo faction led by Barry Rukoro joined Swanu to allow Nudo members to go to parliament on Swanu's ticket.”
Swanu, Nudo partnership a comedy, says analystThe Namibian
Rukoro says the partnership with Swanu is a temporary measure
“Rukoro, however, says the partnership with Swanu is a temporary measure.”
Swanu, Nudo partnership a comedy, says analystThe Namibian
Barry Rukoro attracted controversy
“Former Namibia Football Association secretary general Barry Rukoro has attracted controversy.”
Rukoro attracts controversy, in bed with both Nudo, SwanuThe Namibian
Barry Rukoro is joining the Swanu parliamentary list
“Rukoro yesterday confirmed to The Namibian that he is joining the Swanu parliamentary list.”
Rukoro attracts controversy, in bed with both Nudo, SwanuThe Namibian
Rukoro confirmed to The Namibian that he is joining the Swanu parliamentary list
“Rukoro confirmed to The Namibian on Tuesday that he is joining the Swanu parliamentary list.”
Rukoro to feature on Swanu’s parliamentary listA CAF inspector's assessment has identified significant construction problems at Namibia's Sam Nujoma Stadium, including concrete walls blocking spectator views and inadequate VIP facilities, raising questions about the readiness of the venue.
3 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A CAF inspector's assessment has identified significant construction problems at Namibia's Sam Nujoma Stadium, including concrete walls blocking spectator views and inadequate VIP facilities, raising questions about the readiness of the venue.
3 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Former NFA administrator Barry Rukoro credits the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, launched in 2001, with identifying and nurturing talent that led to Namibia's 2015 Cosafa Cup win and subsequent international tournament qualifications. The partnership also transformed the NFA's commercial fortunes and spurred national football infrastructure development.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Nudo parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu has called on party members to end infighting and groupings, saying the divisions have cost the party parliamentary seats and the Okakarara constituency in November's regional elections. He urged adherence to party structure and succession plans to prevent further losses and encourage members to work towards party goals.
28 January 2026 · New Era →
South Africa's sport minister announced plans for Namibia and Botswana to co-host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, but Namibia's sport minister says the country has not been approached with the proposal. Football experts warn that Namibia's stadium infrastructure is insufficient and cannot be upgraded in the required timeframe, citing delays with the Independence Stadium upgrade and lessons from the failed 2027 bid.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →