Also known as: CAF
Continental African football governing body that sets competition rules, awards official honors, and accredits stadium standards for member nations.
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The Namibian
Confederation of African Football (CAF) has standards for category three stadiums
“This follows 13 months after the government announced plans to build and upgrade five stadiums across the country to Confederation of African Football (CAF) category three standards.”
Independence Stadium renovation set for JulyThe Namibian
Confederation of African Football will set out roadmap and inspections for infrastructure upgrade if considering a bidder
“A lot of the countries that bid before didn't have approved stadiums, even Kenya that is hosting Afcon next year is still busy constructing their stadium. So if CAF considers you, they will set out a roadmap and make inspections on your progress to upgrade your infrastructure.”
Namibia’s Afcon 2028 bid strengthenedInformanté
Confederation of African Football encouraged regional zones to collaborate in hosting major tournaments
“He said the initiative aligns with encouragement from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for regional zones to collaborate in hosting major tournaments.”
Southern African nations submit joint bid to host 2028 AFCON, says COSAFA presidentNew Era
Confederation of African Football has certification requirements for Sam Nujoma Stadium upgrade in Windhoek
“Namibia highlighted ongoing efforts to upgrade the Sam Nujoma Stadium in Windhoek to meet Confederation of African Football (CAF) certification requirements, as well as future World Athletics track certification standards.”
Namibia, Botswana strengthen sport cooperation … through landmark BNSC-NSC engagementThe Namibian
Confederation of African Football held meetings with facility inspector for guidance on Independence Stadium standards
“Nandi-Ndaitwah said two consecutive meetings were held with the Confederation of African Football facility inspector for guidance.”
Sport facilities drive gathers paceThe Namibian
Confederation of African Football (CAF) unanimously agreed to support Infantino for re-election in 2027
“In a brief statement following a meeting ahead of the FIFA Congress in Vancouver on Thursday, CAF said it had "unanimously agreed" to support Infantino when the Fifa chief stands for re-election in 2027.”
Infantino re election boost after securing Asia, Africa backingThe Namibian
Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations title
“Senegal went on to win the final 1-0 in extra time, but were sensationally stripped of the title by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in a bombshell decision issued last month.”
World Cup to get cash boost as Fifa unveils red card crackdownNew Era
Confederation of African Football conducted facility inspections for Independence Stadium upgrade in Windhoek
“following two consultative meetings with facility inspectors from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).”
Independence Stadium feasibility study approvedThe Namibian
Confederation of African Football conducted two consultative meetings with facility inspectors for the stadium
“President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced that the feasibility study for the upgrading of the Independence Stadium in Windhoek has been approved, following two consultative meetings with facility inspectors from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).”
Independence Stadium feasibility study approvedNew Era
Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal of their 1-0 victory in the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations final
“Last week, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal of their 1-0 victory because players walked off without the referee's permission, in protest when Morocco was awarded a late penalty in the final on 18 January in Rabat.”
Senegal’s AFCON loss sparks 1976 Morocco mythsExperts at a Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance forum argued that stronger leadership, transparency and accountability—rather than funding alone—are essential to fixing Namibian sport. Governance challenges facing the country's sport federations include failure to submit audited financial statements and complex accountability to multiple stakeholders.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
Experts at a Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance forum argued that stronger leadership, transparency and accountability—rather than funding alone—are essential to fixing Namibian sport. Governance challenges facing the country's sport federations include failure to submit audited financial statements and complex accountability to multiple stakeholders.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
African football boss Patrice Motsepe defended FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Wednesday, praising his commitment to football and support for Africa, despite growing criticism over Infantino's handling of issues including a suspension decision and tournament format changes.
22 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Football Association is seeking formal government commitment to pursue a regional bid to co-host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations alongside South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. The NFA says its main infrastructure challenge is ensuring a CAF-compliant stadium is ready by 2028.
15 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Football Association's hopes of co-hosting the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations with South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe depend on government formal commitment and ensuring stadiums are ready by 2028. The NFA secretary general said Namibia meets several CAF infrastructure requirements but its main challenge is having a CAF-compliant stadium available.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
South African midfielder Jayden Adams, who played in all three of South Africa's group-stage matches at the ongoing World Cup, died Saturday at age 25. Police opened an investigation after his body was found at a house in Cape Town; the cause of death was not disclosed.
11 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Former FC Ongos head coach Ronny Kanalelo, appointed in November 2025, has stepped down from the role after guiding the club to a fourth-place finish in the 2025/26 Namibia Premier Football League season. Kanalelo said he leaves proud of the progress made, though financial constraints limited the team's ability to strengthen the squad as intended.
9 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Football Association has received Unam FC's request to compete in the 2026 CAF Confederation Cup after winning the NFA Cup, and is awaiting CAF's guidance. CAF's extension of the club licensing deadline from 30 June to 25 July potentially allows Unam enough time to complete the required licensing process.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Football Association honoured legend Oscar Mengo for his contribution to Namibian football. Mengo, a former star player for African Stars FC and founder of Liverpool FC, told The Namibian that Namibian football is moving in the right direction but needs better player salaries and sponsorship to develop talent for continental and global recognition.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
NFA president Robert Shimooshili attributed the disparity in prize money between men's and women's football to differences in development, history, and attendance levels, noting that international bodies like FIFA and CAF are working to elevate women's football. Men's winners received N$400,000 in the recent NFA Cup, while women's winners received N$100,000.
3 July 2026 · New Era →
A consultant hired to advise on renovating Windhoek's Independence Stadium is set to earn about N$337 million – more than three times the government's budgeted amount – through a 17.5% fee on the estimated N$2 billion project cost, which industry experts say is unusually high.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
For the first time in World Cup history, a record nine African countries have progressed beyond the group stage, marking a significant advancement for the continent in the tournament. Previously, only one African nation at a time had managed to qualify for the knockout stage.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian football referees Vistorina Shangula and Antsino Twanyanyukwa have been selected for CAF's preparatory course ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, joining 51 other match officials from across the continent for training in Cairo. The duo are the only two Namibian referees among the 53 officials selected, underscoring growing recognition of Namibia's refereeing standards on the African stage.
25 June 2026 · New Era →
South Africa played Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on co-host Mexico's home soil in Mexico City, with the fixture serving as a symbolic rematch of the 2010 World Cup's opening game. South Africa qualified as Group A winners in CAF qualifying for their fourth World Cup appearance.
11 June 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's representatives in CAF interclub competitions—African Stars in the CAF Champions League and Chula Chula FC in the CAF Confederation Cup—are hopeful of hosting their continental matches at Unam Main Campus Stadium, citing cost savings and home-crowd support as key benefits.
11 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The White House Task Force for the World Cup defended denying visas to a Somali referee and some Iranian team support staff, with a US State Department official saying the referee was "associated with suspected members of terrorist organizations." The decision means Somali referee Omar Artan, named men's referee of the year by the Confederation of African Football, will miss the opportunity to become the first Somali to referee at a World Cup.
10 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Somalia's Ministry of Sports expressed deep regret after award-winning referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States on Saturday, preventing him from becoming the first Somali official to officiate at a World Cup finals. Artan, named CAF men's referee of the year in 2025 and selected among 52 referees by FIFA, was barred following a routine inspection at Miami International Airport.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Africa will be represented by ten nations at the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, with nine countries securing direct qualification and one earning a place through intercontinental play-offs. The direct qualifiers include continental heavyweights Egypt, Morocco, Senegal, Algeria, Tunisia, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and South Africa, alongside debutants Cape Verde and returning Congo DR.
2 June 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian striker Peter Shalulile won his 14th career title after Mamelodi Sundowns defeated AS FAR 2-1 on aggregate in the 2026 CAF Champions League final, making him the first Namibian player to claim the continental trophy and reinforcing his status as the most decorated Namibian footballer of all time.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Brazil, hunting their first World Cup title in 24 years, face Morocco—semi-finalists in 2022—and Scotland in Group C, with new coach Carlo Ancelotti tasked with optimizing an unbalanced squad featuring strong defensive options but clear gaps at full-back, midfield, and centre-forward.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The government is expected to start the procurement process for a contractor to redevelop Independence Stadium in Windhoek during the second quarter of the current financial year, with the stadium currently at the final design and documentation stage. The project is one of five stadiums planned across the country to be upgraded to Confederation of African Football category three standards, to be implemented in phases.
24 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Coach Pape Thiaw unveiled a 28-man Senegal squad for the 2026 World Cup, featuring established stars including Sadio Mane, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Edouard Mendy alongside emerging talent. Senegal will begin their Group I campaign on June 16 against France in New Jersey, also facing Norway and Iraq.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
El Hadji Diouf and CAF president Patrick Motsepe believe an African team can win the 2026 World Cup, citing Morocco's run to the semi-finals in Qatar 2022 as evidence of growing capability. Nigeria's Jay-Jay Okocha remains unconvinced about African chances.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Football Association president Robert Shimooshili confirmed Namibia's joint bid with South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe to co-host Afcon 2028. Shimooshili, newly elected to Cosafa's executive committee, said the NFA has agreed to co-host pending final government approval, though infrastructure upgrades including an approved stadium will be necessary.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Robert Shimooshili, president of the Namibia Football Association, was elected to the Executive Committee of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations during Cosafa's 2026 Elective General Assembly in Harare. Shimooshili said the election represents a major achievement for Namibia and an opportunity to advance football development and economic growth in the region.
19 May 2026 · New Era →
Namibia is part of a regional campaign to co-host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations with South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe, according to the interim secretary general of the Namibia Football Association. The NFA has expressed its intention to host, though discussions are still in early stages and the association is seeking government support.
19 May 2026 · New Era →
Botswana, South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe have jointly submitted a bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, according to newly elected COSAFA president Qabile Thana Tariq Babitseng. The bid follows CAF's encouragement for regional collaboration and aligns with a rotating continental approach to hosting major tournaments.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
TS Galaxy defeated leaders Mamelodi Sundowns 3-2 on Tuesday, a result that makes Orlando Pirates favourites to win the South African Premiership for the first time since 2012. Pirates have 65 points with two matches remaining and a superior goal difference over Sundowns, who finished with 68 points from 30 matches.
13 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Rodney Wallace Doeseb, a former national star who played goalkeeper for Brave Warriors and Eleven Arrows, has died. The Namibian football fraternity has mourned his passing, with colleagues describing him as a passionate advocate for football development and regional football structures in Erongo.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and Botswana held a high-level bilateral engagement between their sports commissions in Gaborone to review progress under a 2021 Memorandum of Understanding and map a stronger path for regional sport development. The partnership has yielded results in athlete support, high-performance preparation, sport governance and regional cooperation through athlete exchanges, joint training camps, and event hosting.
7 May 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Planning Commission is coordinating with the Ministries of Finance and Education to develop and upgrade sport facilities across all regions, with a goal of ensuring every Namibian has access to quality sporting infrastructure by 2030. The initiative aims to professionalise sport and create employment and development opportunities for youth.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →