Also known as: NSSU · Namibia School Sports Union
Namibia Schools Sport Union — coordinates revamped schools sports leagues across 15 sport codes; developing equitable national schools netball framework.
Germany's Westphalia U/17 football team will visit Namibia from 26 March to 6 April 2026 to promote youth development through training, friendly matches, and community engagement. The exchange, coordinated by the Namibia School Sports Union and Ministry of Education, aims to expose players to different styles of play and accelerate their development at grassroots level.
26 March 2026 · New Era →
Germany's Westphalia U/17 football team will visit Namibia from 26 March to 6 April 2026 to promote youth development through training, friendly matches, and community engagement. The exchange, coordinated by the Namibia School Sports Union and Ministry of Education, aims to expose players to different styles of play and accelerate their development at grassroots level.
26 March 2026 · New Era →
Since independence in 1990, Namibia has increased women's participation in sport through policy reforms, stronger federations, and greater recognition of female athletes, but challenges remain in funding, infrastructure, and leadership representation. Former Olympic shooter Gaby Ahrens and football pioneer Jacqueline Gertze highlight progress in moving women from spectators to competitive athletes and leaders, while noting the need for mandatory board representation, improved media visibility, and greater support for grassroots development.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
Athletic clubs from Omaheke's seven constituencies are converging in Gobabis for the Regional Athletic Championship, with zones reporting hundreds of qualified athletes and strong prospects for national selection. The event runs Friday and Saturday at Legare Sports Stadium, with logistics in place and sponsorship support announced.
13 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Schools Sport Union's acting national coordinator says more than 1,000 pupils are anticipated to compete in the revamped schools netball national league, with age groups ranging from under-13 to 19 years. The union aims to expand similar competitive leagues across its 15 sport codes to reverse declining participation in school sports and provide meaningful developmental activities.
25 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The FootGolf Namibia Federation will hold an Open Day on 28 February 2026 at Rossmund Golf Course in Swakopmund to introduce the sport and promote the newly established federation, which is officially registered with the Namibia Sports Commission and affiliated with international footgolf bodies. The free event, open to all experience levels, aims to attract beginners and build partnerships with coastal golf clubs and communities.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Capricorn Group has ended its Schools Netball League, which ran since 2019, citing concern that the competition's structure unintentionally excluded talented schools unable to afford travel costs. The company is working with the Namibia Schools Sport Union to develop a more equitable national schools netball framework.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
Capricorn Group has suspended its Capricorn Schools Netball League, citing concerns that the current structure favours schools able to afford travel costs while excluding talented teams facing financial constraints. The company said the league will be reassessed to ensure equal access for all schools, with a workshop held in January to develop a more equitable framework.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Rugby Union has acknowledged that missing World Cup qualification has damaged confidence but insists the sport remains stable. The union is now shifting toward long-term development and sustainability, including grassroots programmes, an "Adopt a School" initiative, and a reset of national player pathways, while engaging government and sponsors to offset reduced World Rugby funding.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →
National netball coach Julene Meyer has welcomed the reactivation of nationwide schools netball, which aims to establish a structured regional pathway to develop elite talent for future international competitions. Meyer outlined a plan for national and regional schools leagues with play-offs to give players experience before joining senior squads.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The University of Namibia has introduced a bachelor's degree in sport coaching, the first of its kind in the country, in response to growing demand for formally qualified coaches and skills gaps in Namibia's sport ecosystem. The programme, with an initial intake of 25 students, will equip graduates for employment in schools, clubs, sport federations, and community contexts, and includes work-integrated learning opportunities.
3 February 2026 · The Namibian →