Also known as: NFA · Namibian Football Association · PstBet Namibia Football Association · NFA competitions office
Namibia Football Association — governing body for football in Namibia overseeing national leagues, youth development, and international competitions, currently managing N$90 million Namport sponsorship.
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New Era
Namibia Football Association has rescheduled the start of the 2026/27 football season to 7 November
“The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has rescheduled the start of the 2026/27 football season, with all leagues nationwide now set to kick off on 7 November.”
NFA moves league kick-off dateNew Era
NFA said it will hold the official launch on 7 November at Kuisebmund Stadium in Walvis Bay
“The association said it will hold the official launch on 7 November at Kuisebmund Stadium in Walvis Bay.”
NFA moves league kick-off dateThe Namibian
Namibia Football Association was given time to respond to demands by Friday
“The association was given time to respond to both matters by Friday.”
Show me the money – NFA finance bossThe Namibian
The Namibia Football Association submitted a proposal with a dedicated sport levy to reduce sport's dependence on government funding
“The deputy minister commended the Namibia Football Association for submitting a proposal that includes a dedicated sport levy aimed at reducing sport's dependence on government funding.”
Ballotti upset about boxers missing from awardsThe Namibian
Namibia Football Association received N$90 million sponsorship from Namibian Ports Authority
“Hamata's comments follow the Namibian Ports Authority's N$90-million sponsorship towards the the Namibia Football Association (NFA).”
Hamata says clubs must stop living grant to grantThe Namibian
Namibia Football Association suspended its finance director Mino Gariseb over World Cup ticket scandal allegations
“The Namibia Football Association has suspended its finance director, Mino Gariseb, after raising the alarm over a potential scandal involving the use of Fifa World Cup 2026 tickets.”
NFA finance director suspended over alleged World Cup ticket scandalThe Namibian
Namibia Football Association will receive N$30 million annually for three years from Namport
“At N$30 million annually, this is the largest annual sponsorship in the history of Namibian football.”
President Nandi-Ndaitwah Welcomes N$90 Million Namport Investment in Sport and FootballWindhoek Observer
Namibia Football Association has been warned to ensure every dollar of N$90 million Namport sponsorship is properly accounted for
“The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has been warned to ensure every dollar of its N$90 million Namport sponsorship is properly accounted for, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah stressing that the three-year investment must deliver clear and measurable benefits to players, clubs and communities.”
NFA told to account for every dollar of N$90mInformanté
Namibia Football Association is to receive N$30 million annually for three years from NamPort
“At N$30 million annually, this is the largest annual sponsorship in the history of Namibian football.”
President calls for responsible use of N$90m football fundingThe Namibian
The national football body will receive N$30 million annually for the next three seasons
“The national football body will receive N$30 million annually for the next three seasons to ensure the smooth running of local football leagues for both men and women.”
Namport injects N$90 million into footballThe Namibia Football Association has rescheduled the start of the 2026/27 football season for 7 November, with an official launch planned at Kuisebmund Stadium in Walvis Bay. All league structures must submit confirmed schedules and fixtures by the deadline to meet sponsor Namport's requirements.
8 hours ago · New Era →
The Namibia Football Association has rescheduled the start of the 2026/27 football season for 7 November, with an official launch planned at Kuisebmund Stadium in Walvis Bay. All league structures must submit confirmed schedules and fixtures by the deadline to meet sponsor Namport's requirements.
8 hours ago · New Era →
Dama FC forward Delton Tshipa (16), the club's young player of the season and top goalscorer in the MTC Hopsal U17 competition, has joined SD Huesca for a two-week training and assessment programme as part of Dama FC's initiative to expose young talent to international football environments.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Suspended Namibia Football Association finance director Mino Gariseb is demanding written confirmation that his salary and benefits continue during his suspension, which he characterises as precautionary rather than disciplinary. Gariseb was suspended after raising concerns over potential irregularities involving Fifa World Cup 2026 tickets and alleged financial mismanagement.
19 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Football Association's suspended director of finance and procurement Mino Gariseb has demanded written confirmation that he will continue receiving his salary and benefits during his precautionary suspension, citing the NFA's own disciplinary policy which presumes innocence until proven guilty. His lawyers have also asked the NFA to specify a timeframe for the ongoing investigation.
17 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Deputy sport minister Dino Ballotti has questioned the absence of boxers from the 2026 Namibia Annual Sport Awards finalists, noting the nominees represent the best of Namibian sport "minus our boxers." Namibia Sports Commission chief administrator Freddy Mwiya also raised concerns that accomplished professional boxers were missing from nominations and called for greater accountability to ensure all eligible athletes have an opportunity for recognition.
16 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Football analyst Isack Hamata says Namibian clubs should reduce reliance on NFA grants and attract corporate sponsors to build sustainable businesses, arguing that NFA grants alone cannot support elite operations and that improved market confidence following Namport's N$90-million sponsorship of the NFA has created new opportunities for club-level corporate partnerships.
14 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Football Association has suspended its finance director, Mino Gariseb, after he raised concerns about potential irregularities in World Cup 2026 ticket sales in audited financial reports to FIFA. The suspension came a day after the Namibian Ports Authority provided N$90 million in sponsorship to the NFA for three football seasons.
13 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek says Sam Nujoma Stadium's current refurbishment is limited to structural renovations and does not meet Confederation of African Football standards, with a second phase of upgrades planned. A CAF inspector recommended expanding capacity to 15,000 spectators rather than the currently planned 10,000, which may require higher costs than initially anticipated.
9 October 2026 · The Namibian →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah praised Namport's N$90 million commitment over three years for sport and the announcement of a Namport–NFA football sponsorship, describing it as the largest annual sponsorship in Namibian football history at N$30 million per year.
9 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Ports Authority has committed N$90 million to Namibian football over three seasons at N$30 million per year, channeled through the Namibia Football Association starting in the 2026/27 season. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called it the largest annual sponsorship in Namibian football history and demanded transparent management and accountability, with funds to benefit all 14 regions, national and regional leagues, women's football, and youth development.
9 October 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned the Namibia Football Association to ensure every dollar of its N$90 million three-year sponsorship from Namport is properly accounted for, emphasising that the funding must deliver clear benefits to players, clubs, and communities.
9 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on the Namibia Football Association to deliver professional leagues and pay players and officials on time, following NamPort's announcement of N$90 million in support over three years—the largest annual sponsorship in Namibian football history at N$30 million annually.
8 October 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia Ports Authority has committed N$90 million over three years to sport development and partnered with the Namibia Football Association, at N$30 million annually described as the largest annual sponsorship in Namibian football's history. The funding expands NamPort's existing support, which has reached approximately 720 teams nationwide over the past two years.
8 October 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia Ports Authority announced a N$90 million sponsorship to the Namibia Football Association to support local football leagues for men and women, with N$30 million annually for three seasons. Prime minister Elijah Ngurare, the NFA's new patron, warned that the funds must be used for their intended purpose.
8 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's U20 men's football head coach Lucky Shipanga has called for no changes to the current squad following their fourth-place finish and Fair Play award at the Cosafa Cup. Shipanga says the NFA youth technical department is developing a plan to monitor the players' development through structured programmes, friendly matches, and regional and international competitions.
6 October 2026 · The Namibian →
A CAF inspector's assessment has identified significant construction problems at Namibia's Sam Nujoma Stadium, including concrete walls blocking spectator views and inadequate VIP facilities, raising questions about the readiness of the venue.
3 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare announced that the government has mobilised funds to cover the financial shortfall for revamping Sam Nujoma Stadium. He also stated that ministers will soon announce successful funding mobilisation from state-owned enterprises towards all football leagues, which the Namibia Football Association indicates could provide job opportunities for over 20,000 people.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The government is set to announce funding from state-owned enterprises towards football leagues across the country, expected to support more than 20 000 job opportunities, according to Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare. The funding forms part of efforts to deliver on the sixth National Development Plan priorities, which include agriculture, sport, youth empowerment and the creative industry.
29 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Young Stars Football Club in Katima Mulilo, established in 2016 and recently promoted from C Division to B Division, trains on a dusty field at Choto Primary School without adequate facilities, soccer boots, or transport. The club of about 39 players struggles financially as manager Brian Sinvula Mayumbelo, an unemployed former player, seeks to develop upcoming local footballers despite resource constraints.
28 September 2026 · New Era →
The Confederation of African Football has appointed infrastructure inspector Bianca Brenda Wambui to conduct a follow-up inspection of Sam Nujoma Stadium after the Namibia Football Association requested CAF assess rehabilitation progress and provide technical guidance to prevent rework delays.
23 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia Football Association head of operations Titus Kunamuene facilitated a Cosafa Potential General Coordinator workshop in Botswana during the Cosafa Women Championship, with 70% women representation among officials from the Botswana Football Association. The workshop was part of Cosafa's Legacy Programme, which provides training in refereeing, general coordination, and technical skills to host nations.
22 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Structural repairs at Sam Nujoma Stadium, initially due by early October 2026, have been delayed to the end of October due to contractual issues, according to the City of Windhoek project manager. The contractor is currently working on formwork and steel fixing for beams before reinstating seating panels.
21 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Under-20 team begins their campaign at the TotalEnergies CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations COSAFA Qualifier in Mozambique against Mauritius, aiming to advance from Group A and secure a place at the 2027 continental finals in Ghana. The regional tournament runs from 18 to 27 September with 12 Southern African nations competing, with only the three group winners and best runner-up advancing to the semifinals.
18 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia under-20 head coach Lucky Shipanga says player Nilton Gertze's name was never brought to his attention during the selection process for the Cosafa Cup qualifiers, and calls for improved regional cooperation in talent identification across Namibian football.
16 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare says the government wants to see progress on Namibia's stadium rehabilitation by the end of the year, to enable the Brave Warriors to play international matches at home. The country currently lacks a CAF-approved stadium, forcing national team fixtures to be hosted outside Namibia.
16 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Windhoek Observer editorial argues that Namibia's stadium crisis is a national development issue affecting pride, youth, economy, and tourism. Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare has committed to government action on stadium rehabilitation by year-end, allowing the Brave Warriors to play home matches in Namibia rather than abroad.
16 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's Brave Warriors will play Russia's national team in Yekaterinburg on 3 October in their first senior meeting, an international friendly initiated by the Russian Football Union aimed at strengthening ties and opening cooperation opportunities between the two football associations in areas including player development and administration.
14 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's national football team will play three matches in 10 days at the end of September and early October: two Afcon 2027 qualifiers against Congo Brazzaville and Comoros, and an international friendly against Russia in Yekaterinburg on 3 October. Coach Collin Benjamin said the Russia match would provide valuable experience against high-class opposition after a six-month break.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Football Association has proposed amending the Sports Act to establish a monthly N$10 sports levy (N$5 each from employees and employers) to fund sport sustainably, but the Ministry of Education says new legislation may be required to introduce such a mechanism.
9 September 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Football Association and Standard Bank Namibia have signed an agreement to help NFA employees access home ownership opportunities and tailored financial solutions, reflecting the association's commitment to employee welfare.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →