Also known as: NSC · North-South Corridor · Namibia Street Classic · the inaugural Namibia Street Classic · the street athletics classic
Namibia Sports Commission — national sports governance body overseeing athlete development, federation oversight, and sporting event coordination.
The African Union Sports Council Region 5 chief executive has begun a strategic mission to Europe to foster global partnerships in innovation, inclusive sport, and technology across southern Africa. The initiative includes engagements with organizations such as the Global Disability Innovation Hub and Loughborough University, with focus on inclusivity in sport and research collaboration.
19 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The African Union Sports Council Region 5 chief executive has begun a strategic mission to Europe to foster global partnerships in innovation, inclusive sport, and technology across southern Africa. The initiative includes engagements with organizations such as the Global Disability Innovation Hub and Loughborough University, with focus on inclusivity in sport and research collaboration.
19 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Boxing National Championship kicks off in Keetmanshoop, with more than 150 boxers from all 14 regions competing to qualify for the Commonwealth Games and World Games. Erongo Region has won the title for the past seven years, but other regions are preparing to challenge for the championship.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The US$259 million Kazungula Bridge, completed in 2021 with Japanese support, has dramatically reduced crossing times between Botswana and Zambia by replacing a slow ferry with a fast road-and-rail link, easing cargo movement along the North-South Corridor trade route and boosting efficiency across the SADC region.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Street Classic, a World Athletics Category C ranked event costing about N$5 million, will take place on 27–28 March in Windhoek, featuring international athletes and Namibian stars including Christine Mboma. Organiser Henk Botha said the event will be Africa's first street athletics event and the largest sporting event hosted in Namibia, with live broadcasts on SuperSport and World Athletics platforms.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
At a sport federations' assembly, Minister Sanet Steenkamp called on federations to remain disciplined, transparent and united, emphasizing that the government has allocated N$750 million to sport within a three-year framework and expects accountability in financial management and governance. Executive director Gerard Vries stressed the need for financial prudence and collaboration among stakeholders, noting that internal division weakens progress while unity strengthens impact.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Horse Racing Association held its annual general meeting to map out the racing season, approving amendments to juvenile racing regulations and prize money distribution, and confirming a provisional schedule of 11 events with the Independence Race in Gobabis as the season opener. The association is seeking to extend its current MTC sponsorship and engage new sponsors while ensuring compliance with the Namibia Sports Commission.
24 February 2026 · New Era →
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 →
The Namibia Horse Racing Association will convene its annual general meeting in Windhoek on Saturday to address 2026 budget, rule changes, sponsorship challenges, and competition calendars. Key agenda items include prize money percentages, juvenile horses, horse passports and vaccinations, and entrance fees.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The School of Excellence Hockey Club represented Namibia at the Africa Cup for Club Championship in Harare, Zimbabwe, fielding its youngest team to date and winning their opening match against Uganda. The club's director says the continental exposure was vital for player development ahead of domestic league play.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Professional Padel League (NPPL) officially begins today as the country's first unified competitive platform for padel. Founded by Padel Addicts and LIV Padel Windhoek to meet growing demand, the year-round league will feature an 11 to 22-week season with consistent weekly play and three major weekend tournaments.
9 February 2026 · New Era →