… Ingo Waldschmidt, representing the local MX chapter, previously noted that the track required broadening and increased safety distances between the fencing and the circuit to accommodate a larger field of riders. …
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Ingo Waldschmidt — organiser of Gobabis Motocross National Championships, noting participation trends ahead of 2026 African championship.
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- April 2026
- March 2026
… Organiser Ingo Waldschmidt says the event forms part of preparations for the MX of African Nations (MXoAN) scheduled for August. …
Gobabis motocross turnout signals growth… Zoe Waldschmidt, renowned for her motocross (MX) skills, also took part in preparations for the rest of the season, which includes the MX of Africa Nations scheduled for the coming months. …
Record entries for Enduro leg 1- February 2026
… MX veteran Ingo Waldschmidt has expressed his satisfaction with the turnout and the overall standard of the event. …
Motocross nationals signal continental readiness- January 2026
… Ingo Waldschmidt of MX Namibia says track time is of the essence, as a single second often determines a win or a loss. …
New motocross season gains momentum- October 2025
… The highlight of the season, according to Ingo Waldschmidt of Team MX Namibia, was the nation’s participation in the 2025 Motocross of African Nations (MXoAN) in Zimbabwe. …
Sternagel dominates final motocross leg of the year- September 2025
… The motocross team took part in the Motocross of African Nations in Zimbabwe in August, while Zoe Waldschmidt competed in Australia during March against riders from Uganda, South Africa, Zambia and Kenya. …
Motorsport gears up for final stretch of 2025 season- August 2025
… Speaking at the sixth leg of the MX Nationals at Gallina, north of Windhoek, motocross official Ingo Waldschmidt emphasised that careful planning and strict time management are essential to successfully hosting such a competition. …
Namibia to host 2026 Africa Motocross of Nations… Top Revs spoke to team manager Ingo Waldschmidt earlier this month about the strength of the competition. …
14 riders off to Africa motocross meet- April 2025
… With limited time and lots of rain, event organiser Ingo Waldschmidt and his team worked against the weather to prepare the tracks for the event. …
Windhoek MX event a hit, despite rain, mud
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Gallina track passes FIM inspection for 2026 African motocross championship
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The Gallina MX Park north of Windhoek is preparing to host the 2026 Motocross of African Nations in August, with an expected 200 riders participating. A Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme inspector recently evaluated the venue and confirmed satisfactory progress on safety standards, structural upgrades, and track layout modifications required to meet FIM requirements.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 22 April
Gallina track passes FIM inspection for 2026 African motocross championship
The Gallina MX Park north of Windhoek is preparing to host the 2026 Motocross of African Nations in August, with an expected 200 riders participating. A Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme inspector recently evaluated the venue and confirmed satisfactory progress on safety standards, structural upgrades, and track layout modifications required to meet FIM requirements.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 25 March
Gobabis motocross event draws more riders, prepares for African championship
The second leg of the Gobabis Motocross National Championships drew 46 entries, up from 43 in the opening leg, with competitors travelling from across Namibia as part of preparations for the Motocross of African Nations in August. While participation increased in most classes, the Clubmans category drew no entries, though organiser Ingo Waldschmidt noted the overall trend is encouraging for the sport's future.
25 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 11 March
Record 64 entries for first leg National Enduro Championships
The 2026 National Enduro Championships' first leg attracted 64 entries—the highest in three years—with riders competing across eight classes over varied terrain. Winner Quinton van Rooyen and organiser Ruan de Lange noted the sport is gaining momentum, with the second leg scheduled for Etumba on 11 April.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 19 February
Motocross nationals draw 45 riders ahead of African championship
The first leg of Namibia's 2026 Motocross national championships drew 45 riders across nine classes, signalling strong participation ahead of the Motocross of African Nations later this year. Organisers are implementing safety upgrades to meet International Motorsport Federation standards, including a fully equipped field hospital and ambulance.
19 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 15 January
Namibian motocross season prepares for African championships
Namibia's 2026 motocross season is underway with South African expert Dean Hoffman coaching young riders in Swakopmund and Windhoek to prepare for the Motocross of African Nations championships in August. Facility upgrades are also being made at Gallina MX Park to meet international standards for the continental event, which expects 180–200 riders from across Africa.
15 January 2026 · The Namibian →