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Organization

Black Africa

Also known as: BA

Prominent Namibian football club currently undergoing restructuring and leadership transition after relegation from the top league.

Sport

African Stars beat Mighty Gunners to reignite title defence

The News

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

Monday 23 February

  1. African Stars beat Mighty Gunners to reignite title defence

    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

Thursday 5 February

  1. Black Africa calls urgent meeting to elect new leadership

    Former Black Africa player Anzelus Petrus, now chairperson of the club's Supporters Committee, has urged all paid-up members to attend a meeting on Saturday to elect a new committee and address the club's current challenges. Petrus stressed that strong leadership and unity are needed to restore the Second Division club to its former standing.

    5 February 2026 · New Era

Friday 30 January

  1. Pirates outline recruitment and restructuring bid for promotion

    Orlando Pirates official Mabos Ortman has outlined a comprehensive restructuring and recruitment strategy aimed at securing the club's promotion back to the Namibian premier league after relegation to the Southern Stream First Division in 2024. The club plans to target experienced players with premier league experience, particularly in midfield and striking, while also restructuring as a member-based organisation and rebranding, with league play resuming in February 2026.

    30 January 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 28 January

  1. Three Namibian footballers sign with Zimbabwean club Simba Bhora

    Zimbabwean Premier League side Simba Bhora FC has signed three Namibian players—Leevi Alfeus, McCarthy Naweseb, and Kennedy Eib—on two-year contracts ahead of the new season. The trio join the club as it aims to reclaim the domestic title after finishing third last season.

    28 January 2026 · New Era

Monday 12 January

  1. Epukiro tournament celebrates 40 years of rural football tradition

    Epukiro Sport Council's annual December tournament marked its 40th anniversary with 58 football teams and 39 netball teams competing. Former players reflected on the tournament's growth from humble beginnings in 1985 with just 10 teams and N$600 in prize money, while also raising concerns about tournament delays and the influx of players from other regions.

    12 January 2026 · New Era

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