… The town’s mayor, Brigitte Fredericks, has confirmed that the proposal was submitted through the chief executive officer’s (CEO) office and it will only be considered once it is placed before council for consultation and possible deliberation. …
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Frank Fredericks — former sprint champion who holds a 1996 indoor 200m world record and advises young athletes on humility and dedication.
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- April 2026
Dalene Kooper LÜDERITZ – Lüderitz mayor Brigitte Fredericks says although capital budget cuts from the central government have slowed down key development projects, the coastal town remains committed to delivering essential services and infrastructure. …
Lüderitz mayor targets Dubai standardsDalene Kooper The Frankie Fredericks Foundation last week donated full school uniforms to 100 learners across various schools in Namibia, as part of its ‘Back-to-School’ initiative. …
Fredericks Foundation donates uniforms- March 2026
Former Namibian sprint sensation Frank Fredericks warns young and upcoming athletes to be humble and avoid showboating. …
Fredericks advises young athletes to be humble- February 2026
… All of us know how the lives of the likes of Frank Fredericks, Johanna Benson, Ananias Shikongo, Collin Benjamin, Deon Hotto, Peter Shalulile, Christine Mboma and Beatrice Masilingi, Paulus ‘The Hitman’ Moses and Paulus ‘The Rock’ Ambunda have been impacted positively thanks to t …
Sport is the Future of Africa's Rise!… er first lady, Susie Mbumba, and Vicky Toivo ya Toivo, the widow of liberation icon Hermann Toivo ya Toivo, took their place next to the gravesite.Also in attendance were former president and Geingob’s longtime comrade, Nangolo Mbumba, Namibian sporting superstar Frank Fredericks …
The nation remembers President Geingob- January 2026
… She initially told me that Frank Fredericks is the only Namibian to have benefited from sport, because he was doing an individual sport. …
Former winger Iiyambo scores big as NFA director… Some of his celebrated protégés were; Albert Louw, Oscar Mengo, Blue Karimbue, Max Johnson, Stouter Ochurub, Benzil Khodiseb, Temu Samaria, Ben Kauejao, Selle Auchumeb, Pius Eigowab, Orlando Damaseb, Gabes Dausab, Stu Damaseb, Frank Fredericks, Rusten Mogane, George Martin, Hanne …
Tales of the Legends – Forged in Dust, and Grit …Remembering mysteriously discarded football icon Meester Willem Hans… Bezuidenhout says this always reminds her that she is not playing for herself, but for the whole nation. “My favorite moment was when Frankie Fredericks came to watch my World U/18 Junior Tournament match. …
Personality of the Week – Bezuidenhout eyes professional career- September 2025
… I’m hoping we can authentically be ourselves and really show Namibia to the world the way sport has done it,” he says, pointing to icons like Christine Mboma, Beatrice Masilingi, Frank Fredericks and Harry Simon as proof that Namibians can shine globally. …
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Politics
Lüderitz considers renaming street and airport after Lubowski
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The Lüderitz Town Council has received a proposal to rename the town's main street and Lüderitz Airport after late anti-apartheid activist and lawyer Anton Lubowski, who was assassinated in 1989. The proposal, backed by an endorsement from his widow, must be formally tabled before council for consultation before any decision can be made.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 22 April
Lüderitz considers renaming street and airport after Lubowski
The Lüderitz Town Council has received a proposal to rename the town's main street and Lüderitz Airport after late anti-apartheid activist and lawyer Anton Lubowski, who was assassinated in 1989. The proposal, backed by an endorsement from his widow, must be formally tabled before council for consultation before any decision can be made.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 14 April
Lüderitz mayor pursues development despite budget cuts
Lüderitz mayor Brigitte Fredericks says central government budget cuts have slowed capital projects but the town remains committed to infrastructure expansion, including water systems, wastewater treatment, and land servicing to address a housing backlog of nearly 6,000 residents. The municipality has also prioritised social housing and is calling for investor interest.
14 April 2026 · New Era →
Wednesday 8 April
Frankie Fredericks Foundation donates 100 school uniforms
The Frankie Fredericks Foundation donated full school uniforms to 100 vulnerable learners across six schools in Outjo, Okahao, and Windhoek as part of its 'Back-to-School' initiative, investing N$100,000 to reduce financial barriers to education and boost learner confidence and attendance.
8 April 2026 · New Era →
Wednesday 11 March
Fredericks urges young Namibian athletes toward humility and dedication
Former sprint champion Frank Fredericks warns young athletes to remain humble, avoid premature celebration of domestic success, and recognise they must compete at southern African, continental, and world levels to truly advance. Reflecting on his 1996 indoor 200m world record of 19.92 seconds, Fredericks emphasises the importance of sacrifice, coaching, and gratitude for the independence and opportunities that enable international competition.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 5 February
Sport investment key to Africa's development and unity
According to a football analyst and sport activist, sport is Africa's most effective tool for creating wealth, uniting populations, and addressing social problems like poverty and tribalism. The writer calls for governments to prioritize investment in sport infrastructure and professionalization across the continent, noting early positive signs in Namibia including state security teams entering football and professional contracts being offered in cricket.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Nation remembers late President Hage Geingob at Heroes' Acre
A small, intimate ceremony was held at Heroes' Acre to remember the late Dr Hage Geingob, Namibia's first prime minister and third president, alongside his widow Monica Geingos and other family members, former leaders, and dignitaries.
5 February 2026 · Informanté →
Friday 30 January
Former Beauties winger Iiyambo appointed NFA projects director
Salome Iiyambo, a retired winger who played for Namibia's Beauties and the national team in the Women's Cosafa Cup, has become the Namibian Football Association's projects and external affairs director. She also holds a master's degree in sport administration and is a CAF women's football instructor, having overcome early family scepticism about pursuing a career in football.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 9 January
Namibian football legend Meester Willem Hans overlooked for recognition
The article celebrates the career of Meester Willem Hans, a skilled winger and coach who played and mentored during Namibia's segregated era, overcoming tribal and racial prejudices while mentoring numerous talented players and coaching notable teams, yet remains underrecognized despite his substantial contributions to Namibian football.
9 January 2026 · New Era →
Thursday 8 January
Teenage tennis player Bezuidenhout pursues professional career
Joanivia Bezuidenhout, 16, started tennis at age nine and has since achieved multiple national rankings and tournament titles. She aims to secure a college tennis scholarship to pursue a professional career in the sport.
8 January 2026 · New Era →