Debmarine Desert Jewels — Namibia's national netball team competing in the Africa Netball Cup 2027 World Cup qualifiers.
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The Namibian
Debmarine Desert Jewels will compete at the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney
“Namibian netball captain Cornelia Mupenda says her move to Australia will help her develop her game further as she prepares to lead the Debmarine Desert Jewels at the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney.”
Mupenda eyes growth with move to AustraliaNew Era
The DebMarine Desert Jewels defeated Tanzania 62-36 in Pool 1 match
“The match comes after Namibia produced another convincing performance yesterday, defeating Tanzania 62-36 in their third Pool 1 encounter.”
Desert Jewels face SA in crucial final pool clashNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels defeated Zimbabwe 47-31
“They defeated Zimbabwe 47-31 yesterday, moving closer to the qualification places for the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney, Australia.”
Desert Jewels target TanzaniaNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels defeated Botswana 54-32 in Africa Netball Cup opener
“The Debmarine Desert Jewels made a strong start to their Africa Netball Cup campaign in Nairobi yesterday, defeating Botswana 54-32 at the Kasarani Indoor Arena, Moi International Sports Centre.”
Namibia face Zimbabwe in key clash….after winning openerNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels recorded three victories, one draw and one defeat from five matches
“The Namibian side recorded three victories, one draw and one defeat from their five matches.”
Desert Jewels gain exposure at SPAR Netball ChallengeNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels drew against Johannesburg A 44-44
“The Desert Jewels opened their campaign with a 44-44 draw against Johannesburg A, then delivered a strong performance in their second match, defeating Alfred Nzo 54-21.”
Desert Jewels gain exposure at SPAR Netball ChallengeNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels defeated Alfred Nzo 54-21
“The Desert Jewels opened their campaign with a 44-44 draw against Johannesburg A, then delivered a strong performance in their second match, defeating Alfred Nzo 54-21.”
Desert Jewels gain exposure at SPAR Netball ChallengeNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels are using Spar Challenge in Cape Town as preparation for Africa Netball Cup
“The Debmarine Desert Jewels are using the ongoing Spar Challenge in Cape Town as a crucial preparation platform ahead of the Africa Netball Cup, which is a Netball World Cup qualifier.”
Spar Challenge crucial for Desert JewelsNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels drew 44-44 with Johannesburg A; defeated Alfred Nzo 54-21; lost to Tshwane A 54-50
“Namibia opened their campaign with a 44-44 draw against Johannesburg A before producing an impressive 54-21 victory over Alfred Nzo. They were then pushed all the way by Tshwane A, eventually going down 54-50 in a closely contested encounter.”
Spar Challenge crucial for Desert JewelsNew Era
Debmarine Desert Jewels improved its standing following a tremendous performance at the 2024 Africa Netball Cup and reached the top 15 in the world netball ranking
“Namibia's national team, called the Debmarine Desert Jewels, improved its standing following a tremendous performance at the 2024 Africa Netball Cup and reached the top 15 in the world netball ranking.”
Gurus weigh in on netball stateNamibian netball captain Cornelia Mupenda has signed a two-year contract with Peninsula Waves in Australia's Victorian Netball League, aiming to develop her game ahead of leading Debmarine Desert Jewels at the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney.
19 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibian netball captain Cornelia Mupenda has signed a two-year contract with Peninsula Waves in Australia's Victorian Netball League, aiming to develop her game ahead of leading Debmarine Desert Jewels at the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney.
19 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibian netball captain Cornelia Mupenda has signed a two-year contract with Australian club Peninsula Waves and will compete in the Victorian Netball League starting the 2027 season. Mupenda, who won three championship titles and was named Best Defender at the Africa Netball Cup in 2026, said the move was a lifelong dream and hopes it will inspire other young Namibian players to pursue international opportunities.
14 October 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's DebMarine Desert Jewels will face defending champions South Africa at 18h00 today in their final Pool 1 match of the Africa Netball Cup in Nairobi, Kenya. The match comes after Namibia defeated Tanzania 62-36 yesterday, keeping the team in contention for one of Africa's remaining places at the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027.
23 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Debmarine Desert Jewels took on Tanzania in their third Pool 1 match at the Africa Netball Cup and Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 Africa Regional Qualifiers in Nairobi, having won their first two games against Botswana and Zimbabwe. The Desert Jewels defeated Zimbabwe 47-31 yesterday and are competing for one of two remaining African qualification places for the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney, Australia.
22 September 2026 · New Era →
The Debmarine Desert Jewels defeated Botswana 54-32 in their opening Africa Netball Cup match in Nairobi. Namibia will next face Zimbabwe, ranked 11th globally to Namibia's 14th, in a rematch of their recent competitive history.
21 September 2026 · New Era →
Anna Shipanga, a long-time centre for Namibia's Desert Jewels netball team, has retired from the national squad. During her career, she represented Namibia at international competitions including the African Netball Championships, and won the M1 Nations Cup in Singapore in 2019 and the UAE Inaugural Cup in 2025.
14 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's national netball team competed in the SPAR Netball Challenge in Cape Town, recording three victories, one draw and one defeat from five matches as part of preparations for the Africa Netball Cup in Kenya in September. Head coach Julene Meyer used the tournament to assess squad combinations and give players experience ahead of the continental competition.
12 August 2026 · New Era →
The Debmarine Desert Jewels are competing in the Spar Challenge in Cape Town as preparation for the Africa Netball Cup, a World Cup qualifier. Senior players said the tournament is helping the team build combinations, improve fitness, and strengthen teamwork before the continental competition.
10 August 2026 · New Era →
Valery Pack-Mwashekele, a retired all-rounder who played top-flight netball for TransNamib, Civics, and United in the Khomas First Division, says she played for the love of the sport and not to please others. She excelled playing in centre, goal-attack, and wing-attack positions and was the first black girl to play for Windhoek High School's netball team.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Valery Pack-Mwashekele, a retired all-rounder who played for TransNamib, Civics, and United in the Khomas First Division, says she played netball for the love of the sport rather than to please others. She excelled in centre, goal-attack, and wing-attack positions and was the first Black player on Windhoek High School's netball team.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian netball legends say the sport has made progress over 36 years but needs more investment in grassroots development, infrastructure, coaching, and funding to sustain growth. They note that while players now receive some payment and professional opportunities, better pathways from schools to the national level and stronger support systems are essential.
30 March 2026 · New Era →