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Namibia Correctional Service

Also known as: NCS · Namibian Correctional Service Volleyball Club · Namibian Correctional Services

Namibia Correctional Service — leading netball and volleyball team that operates correctional facilities and a farm at Divundu.

2023-10-202026-09-06

What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. August 2026
  2. The Namibian

    Namibia Correctional Service (NCS) beat Afrocat Lions 54-42 on Saturday morning

    Source

    On Saturday morning, they beat Afrocat Lions 54-42, and a few hours later beat their closest rivals, Mighty Gunners, 51-43.

    Unbeaten NCS marching to fourth title
  3. The Namibian

    Namibia Correctional Service (NCS) remains unbeaten after 20 matches with 20-point lead over Gunners

    Source

    That saw them remaining unbeaten after 20 matches, while they now have an unassailable 20-point lead over Gunners at the top of the log.

    Unbeaten NCS marching to fourth title
  4. July 2026
  5. Windhoek Observer

    Namibia Correctional Service manages Farm Vineta No. 2029 irrigation scheme with upgraded irrigation infrastructure

    Source

    She also highlighted progress at Farm Vineta No. 2029 irrigation scheme which is now managed by the Namibia Correctional Service, where irrigation infrastructure is being upgraded,

    Food basket ambition stalls Kalimbeza rice project
  6. June 2026
  7. New Era

    Namibia Correctional Service maintains flawless record of 14 wins from 14 matches

    Source

    At the summit, Namibia Correctional Service continue to set the standard, maintaining a flawless record of 14 wins from 14 matches.

    Northern derbies ignite playoff race
  8. The Namibian

    Namibia Correctional Service operates a farm at Divundu with produce at risk of spoilage

    Source

    The lawmaker also raised concerns about reports that produce at the Namibia Correctional Service farm at Divundu was at risk of spoilage due to inadequate storage facilities.

    Hangula pushes for strategic grain reserves amid bumper harvest prospects
  9. New Era

    Namibia Correctional Service have been unbeaten after 13 matches this season

    Source

    The defending champions have been unstoppable this season, remaining unbeaten after 13 matches and firmly establishing themselves as the team to beat.

    Crunch clashes await as NCS defend unbeaten run
  10. The Namibian

    Namibia Correctional Service beat Tigers 52-34

    Source

    On Saturday they beat Tigers 52-34 and followed it up with a commanding 64-34 win against Wanderers on Sunday to move 24 points clear at the top of the log.

    NCS continue netball dominance
  11. The Namibian

    Namibia Correctional Service won league for three years in a row

    Source

    NCS have dominated the league in recent years, winning it for the past three years in a row, and four times over the past five years, and on current form, another crown is now well within their grasp.

    NCS continue netball dominance
  12. Informanté

    The NCS has prioritised internal reviews and staff engagements to address gaps in administration

    Source

    The NCS has, in recent months, prioritised internal reviews and staff engagements to address gaps in administration and reinforce discipline within its ranks.

    Correctional Service chief visits Gobabis facility to boost efficiency, discipline
  13. The Namibian

    Namibia Correctional Service showed why they remain one of strongest teams in country

    Source

    Namibia Correctional Service, meanwhile, showed why they remain one of the strongest teams in the country.

    Jewels net high praise at ‘Power Week’

Sunday 16 August

  1. Ombudsman finds malnutrition among trial-awaiting inmates

    The ombudsman has identified cases of malnutrition among trial-awaiting inmates in police holding cells, with findings confirmed by the Ministry of Health and Social Services' Oshana regional office. Overcrowding and delays in the criminal justice system are straining resources, including food budgets.

    16 August 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 15 August

  1. Low-income Namibians stretched by family support obligations

    Teachers and low-wage earners in Namibia struggle to make ends meet despite formal employment, as salaries are consumed by rent, loans, and support for dependent relatives. The 2025 Namibia Financial Inclusion Survey reports that 74.6% of adults rarely or never make their income last until payday, while 63% struggle to keep up with financial commitments.

    15 August 2026 · Namibian Sun

Thursday 6 August

  1. NCS unbeaten after 20 netball matches, leading by 20 points

    Namibia Correctional Service won twice over the weekend to remain unbeaten in the MTC Netball Premier League, extending their lead over second-placed Mighty Gunners to 20 points with two matches left in the regular season. The knockout final rounds will take place 4–6 September at the Dome in Swakopmund.

    6 August 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Namcol defends fees, expands support for disadvantaged learners

    The Namibian College of Open Learning says it cannot offer free tuition for Grade 11 and 12 improvement courses under its current funding model, but remains committed to supporting financially disadvantaged learners through scholarships and other affordability measures in response to concerns from orphans and vulnerable groups.

    29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Thursday 23 July

  1. Mayor urges youth to prepare for oil, gas, green hydrogen sectors

    At the 2026 Erongo Regional Career Fair in Walvis Bay, Mayor Johannes Shimbilinga called for collective action to prepare young people for emerging industries, particularly oil and gas and green hydrogen, emphasizing the importance of STEM subjects and technical skills.

    23 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Broken machinery stalls Zambezi region's rice project ambitions

    The Kalimbeza Rice Project in Namibia's Zambezi region faces operational challenges including a non-functional processing machine since 2018, inadequate storage, and lack of market access, despite N$40 million spent on planting and harvesting. Governor Dorothy Kabula called for the project to be prioritized in disaster relief programs to utilize its stock.

    7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Friday 26 June

  1. Netball playoff race tightens as season progresses

    Namibia Correctional Service remain undefeated with 14 wins from 14 matches and 78 points in the MTC Namibia Netball Premier League, while the competition heads toward an Otjiwarongo bumper weekend with multiple teams battling for top-five positions.

    26 June 2026 · New Era

Thursday 25 June

  1. Parliamentarian seeks grain storage plans ahead of bumper harvest

    Affirmative Repositioning MP Vaino Hangula is asking the government to explain its plans to procure and store locally produced maize, citing projections that white maize production will exceed 100,000 tonnes this year following good rainfall. He also raised concerns about poor-quality imported rice distributed through government aid programmes and reports of spoilage at the Namibia Correctional Service farm at Divundu due to inadequate storage facilities.

    25 June 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 12 June

  1. NCS defend unbeaten netball record in two weekend fixtures

    Defending champions Namibia Correctional Service, unbeaten after 13 matches, face bottom-placed Namibian Navy in the MTC Netball Namibia Premier League this weekend; separately, sixth-placed Afrocat Lions play seventh-placed Tigers in a mid-table clash.

    12 June 2026 · New Era

Wednesday 10 June

  1. NCS extends netball league lead with weekend victories

    Namibia Correctional Service won twice over the weekend in the MTC Netball Premier League, beating Tigers 52-34 and Wanderers 64-34 to move 24 points clear at the top of the log.

    10 June 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 6 June

  1. NCS chief visits Gobabis facility to strengthen operations

    Commissioner-General Raphael Hamunyela visited the Gobabis Correctional Facility to focus on operational efficiency, staff welfare, and administrative matters, engaging with officers on challenges affecting service delivery as part of the NCS's effort to elevate standards across all correctional facilities.

    6 June 2026 · Informanté

Friday 5 June

  1. Inaugural MTC Power Week showcases netball development

    Desert Jewels coach Julene Meyer and Netball Namibia officials praised the inaugural MTC Power Week tournament, held at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund from 23 to 30 May, for its high intensity, player development, and quality of play across all 12 Premier League teams. Netball Namibia president Juanita Witbeen described the overall standard as highly encouraging, noting improvements in competitiveness and a narrowing gap between established powerhouses and emerging teams.

    5 June 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 4 June

  1. NYS operates below statutory board member minimum for over year

    The National Youth Service has operated with only four board members for more than a year, below the statutory minimum of seven prescribed by the NYS Act 6 of 2005. A governance expert warned the arrangement creates compliance concerns and heightens governance risks, with sources fearing resolutions passed under the current arrangement could be deemed void.

    4 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Wednesday 3 June

  1. NCS extends netball lead with unbeaten Power Week run

    Defending champions Namibia Correctional Service opened a 12-point lead atop the MTC Netball Premier League after an unbeaten run at the eight-day Power Week tournament in Swakopmund, where all 12 premier league teams played multiple back-to-back matches.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 26 May

  1. NDF Raptors end NCS unbeaten run in volleyball

    In Round 3 of the 2026 MTC Volleyball National League, NDF Raptors defeated defending champions Namibia Correctional Service 3-2 in the men's division, ending NCS's unbeaten streak with a 15-13 tie-break victory after NCS won the first two sets. Raptors remained unbeaten at the top of the standings with 17 points from six matches.

    26 May 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 20 May

  1. CVA League standings take shape after weekend matches

    The Central Volleyball Association League is progressing with teams separating in both divisions. In the women's category, NCS remain unbeaten with five consecutive victories and a 15-0 set record, leading with 15 points from five matches; City of Windhoek Women are second on 10 points. In the men's division, Unam Kings continue to lead after 10 matches played, with Unam-K defeating Khomas Nampol Volleyball Club 3-2 in a five-set match.

    20 May 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 6 May

  1. NCS leads MTC Netball Premier League after three unbeaten games

    Defending champions Namibia Correctional Service remain unbeaten with three victories and hold the top position in the MTC Namibia Netball Premier League, including a 61-21 win over Okamwandi United. NDF Mighty Gunners and Extreme Eagles follow closely behind.

    6 May 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Former police chief slams security breach at State House

    Former inspector general Sebastian Ndeitunga says the failure to detect a man who entered the presidential residence last week exposed weaknesses across the police chain of command. The breach has fuelled speculation about the status of police inspector general Joseph Shikongo and raised questions about the VIP Protection Unit's head Michael Abraham.

    5 May 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 2 May

  1. Minister warns correctional officers against inmate abuse

    Minister of Home Affairs Lucia Iipumbu told correctional officers at Oluno Correctional Facility that allegations of inmate mistreatment will trigger swift action, including transfers and disciplinary processes, stressing that correctional work requires discipline and firmness but must never involve cruelty or abuse.

    2 May 2026 · Informanté

Thursday 30 April

  1. MTC Netball Premier League returns with NCS seeking fourth title

    The MTC Netball Namibia Premier League resumes on 2 May, with defending champions NCS aiming to extend their dominance after winning a third consecutive title in 2025. Three newly promoted clubs—Smart Girls, Mighty Gunners, and Wanderers—enter the league as players begin receiving monthly allowances of N$500 under professionalization efforts.

    30 April 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 27 April

  1. Correctional officers are agents of change—Minister Iipumbu

    Minister of Home Affairs Lucia Iipumbu addressed staff at Oluno Correctional Facility, saying correctional officers are mentors and role models who stand at the intersection of justice and rehabilitation. She emphasized that the Namibia Correctional Service must focus on transformation, skills development, education, counselling, and productive work alongside accountability.

    27 April 2026 · Informanté

Friday 10 April

  1. 1,779 police constables deployed nationwide in 2025

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced that 1,779 cadet constables from the 2024/2025 training intake have graduated and been deployed nationwide as part of a strategy to enhance national safety and security. Additionally, 426 officers were appointed to the Correctional Service, while the Namibia Defence Force trained 2,419 members in combat and academic skills, with 1,705 youths undergoing military training due to graduate in May 2026.

    10 April 2026 · New Era

Wednesday 8 April

  1. Communities urged to help rehabilitate offenders in Namibia

    Namibia Correctional Service commissioner general Raphael Hamunyela said the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders is a shared responsibility requiring active community involvement. At a community advisory committee meeting in Omaruru, he highlighted the committees' roles in monitoring facilities, advising on operations, and connecting offenders with employers and support services, citing successes including securing funding for inmates, paying fines to enable release, and facilitating training programmes.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 27 March

  1. Bank Windhoek Doc Tournament returns to Swakopmund Saturday

    Namibia's premier volleyball event is set for The Dome in Swakopmund, featuring top local teams and international participation from Zambian side Green Buffaloes. Tournament director Elia Muremi said the event motivates young players and elevates local play through international competition, though organisers face logistical and financial constraints.

    27 March 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 18 March

  1. Eighteen inmates challenge study hour reduction at Windhoek prison

    Eighteen inmates at Windhoek Correctional Facility have sued the head of educational services after their daily study hours were reduced from six to two, arguing the decision violates the Correctional Service Act's rehabilitation objectives and was made without proper written directive or consultation.

    18 March 2026 · New Era

Monday 16 March

  1. National volleyball league opens with shock upsets in Otjiwarongo

    The third edition of the MTC Volleyball National League began this weekend in Otjiwarongo with surprising results, including defending women's champions Revivals Volleyball Club losing for the first time to NamPol VC. League coordinator Albert Khevare said the early results indicate this season will be far more competitive than previous editions.

    16 March 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 13 March

  1. Road accidents killed 17 Namibian police officers since 2020

    The Namibian Police Force honoured 17 officers who died in the line of duty between 2020 and the present during an Interpol Blue Day ceremony, with most deaths resulting from motor vehicle accidents, particularly among VIP Directorate members. Safety and security minister Lucia Iipumbu highlighted the need for improved working conditions, mental health support, and enhanced training to address road safety risks and other challenges facing law enforcement.

    13 March 2026 · New Era

  2. 2026 MTC Volleyball National League begins this Saturday

    The 2026 MTC Volleyball National League begins this Saturday in Otjiwarongo, featuring eight teams in each men's and women's category and seven rounds hosted across multiple regions. Defending men's champions Namibia Correctional Service aim for a third consecutive title, while the league welcomes new teams from Kavango East and introduces Gobabis as a new host town.

    13 March 2026 · New Era

  3. MTC Volleyball National League third season starts in Otjiwarongo

    The MTC Volleyball National League kicks off this weekend in Otjiwarongo with both men's and women's competitions featuring new teams and squads. Federation CEO Festus Hamukwaya credits MTC's partnership with driving volleyball's growth and notes the league serves as a pathway for national team development.

    13 March 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 9 March

  1. Four netball clubs secure promotions to Premier League

    Wanderers Netball Club, Mighty Gunners, Okamwandi United and Smart Girls have secured promotion to the MTC Netball Namibia Premier League following playoff action at Khomasdal Netball Courts. The four newly promoted teams will join established sides in the upcoming Premier League season.

    9 March 2026 · New Era

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