Namibia Schools Sport Union

Also known as: NSSU · Namibia School Sports Union

Namibia Schools Sport Union — umbrella organisation running nationwide school sports competitions and development programmes across 15 sport codes, developing youth talent pathways.

2023-06-012026-07-23

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July 2026
1 JulThe Namibian
Namibia Schools Sport Union needs strengthened partnerships with the NFA to introduce girls' football programmes
Source
“She says the NFA's executive council must strengthen partnerships with schools and the Namibia Schools Sport Union to introduce football programmes for girls at an early age.”
Ndumba’s game plan for women’s football
June 2026
19 JunThe Namibian
Namibia Schools Sport Union is running the Top Score National Elite Championships
Source
“The event, which is being run under the auspices of the Namibia Schools Sport Union, is sponsored by Top Score, powered by Model, driven by Indongo Toyota, and facilitated by Gravity Sport.”
Elite schools sport championship launched
February 2026
25 FebThe Namibian
Namibia Schools Sport Union (NSSU) has aim to implement leagues across all its sport codes
Source
“He says the union has an aim to implement the leagues across all its sport codes.”
Over 1 000 pupils for schools netball league
20 FebNew Era
Namibia Schools Sport Union is targeted for collaboration by FootGolf Namibia Federation as part of youth development pathway
Source
“As part of its long-term goals, the federation aims to collaborate with the Namibia Schools Sport Union as part of its youth development pathway.”
FootGolf Namibia to host coastal Open Day
11 FebNew Era
Namibia Schools Sport Union convened a two-day workshop last month to develop a more equitable framework for school netball competitions
Source
“As part of the transition process, the Namibia Schools Sport Union (NSSU) convened a two-day workshop last month to develop a more equitable and accessible framework for school's netball competitions.”
Capricorn Schools Netball League discontinued
4 FebThe Namibian
Namibia Schools Sport Union (NSSU) held collaboration efforts with national netball coach on codes committee
Source
“Meyer said collaboration efforts with the Namibia Schools Sport Union (NSSU) codes committee held in the capital saw efforts to play netball countrywide.”
Senior coach welcomes national netball comeback
3 FebThe Namibian
Namibia Schools Sport Union (NSSU) is willing to collaborate with Unam on training, internships, and coaching
Source
“He says the NSSU is willing to collaborate with Unam on training, internships, and coaching.”
Study sport coaching at Unam
January 2024
24 JanThe Namibian
Namibia Schools Sport Union is called upon by NPC secretary general to be inclusive in programmes and activities at school level
Source
“Hamukwaya called on the Namibia Schools Sport Union (NSSU) to be inclusive in their programmes and activities at school level.”
Paralympic committee sets sights on Para Games
August 2023
19 AugThe Namibian
Roger Kambatuku is the national coordinator of Namibia Schools Sport Union
Source
“said Roger Kambatuku, the Namibia Schools Sport Union national coordinator.”
Namibian juniors seek success in Brazil

Sport

Government suspends financial support to Namibia sport federations

The News

Namibia's sport bodies have condemned the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture's decision to suspend all financial support to recognised sport federations and umbrella organisations, calling it a serious setback that threatens athlete development, competitions and employment. The suspension came after the ministry cited mounting financial constraints in a letter dated 15 June, despite having set aside approximately N$13.5 million for sport development programmes in April.

7 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 7 July

Government suspends financial support to Namibia sport federations
Namibia's sport bodies have condemned the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture's decision to suspend all financial support to recognised sport federations and umbrella organisations, calling it a serious setback that threatens athlete development, competitions and employment. The suspension came after the ministry cited mounting financial constraints in a letter dated 15 June, despite having set aside approximately N$13.5 million for sport development programmes in April.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 1 July

NFA council member Ndumba prioritises grassroots women's football development
Newly-appointed Namibia Football Association executive council member Lydia Ndumba aims to establish sustainable grassroots development and increase women's leadership in Namibian football, prioritising girls' access to football, regional league strengthening, coach and referee development, and structured regional competitions.
1 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 30 June

21-year-old Namibian footballer reaches England club
Alex-Romio Kenamuinjo, 21, who grew up playing street football in Katutura, now plays as a centre-back for Pilkington Football Club in England. His journey included captaining Namibia's under-13 national team at age 12 and development through local academies and trials in South Africa.
30 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 19 June

Top Score National Elite Championships launched for schools
The Top Score National Elite Championships, a new premier schools sport tournament run under the Namibia Schools Sport Union, was launched in Windhoek on Wednesday. The championship aims to bring together elite schools from across Namibia to compete across multiple disciplines for the title of ultimate champion sports school, while promoting academic excellence and school pride.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 26 March

German Westphalia U/17 team to tour Namibia for youth football exchange
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 →

Friday 20 March

Women in Namibian sport: progress and persistent challenges
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 →

Friday 13 March

Omaheke region prepares for Regional Athletic Championship in Gobabis
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 →

Wednesday 25 February

Over 1,000 pupils expected for revamped schools netball league
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 →

Friday 20 February

FootGolf Namibia federation hosts coastal promotional Open Day
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 →

Wednesday 11 February

Capricorn Group discontinues schools netball league
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 suspends schools netball league to improve equity
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 →
NRU focuses on development after 2027 World Cup qualification failure
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 →

Wednesday 4 February

National netball coach welcomes reactivation of schools netball
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 →

Tuesday 3 February

Unam launches first sport coaching degree in Namibia
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 →