Also known as: NVF
National governing body for volleyball in Namibia, organizing leagues, tournaments, and qualification events for national teams.
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New Era
Namibia Volleyball Federation is hosting NVF Cup tournament in Swakopmund with N$100,000 prize purse
“The Dome in Swakopmund is set to come alive with top-class volleyball action as the Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) Cup takes centre stage, with a total prize purse of N$100 000 up for grabs across the men's and women's competitions.”
N$100 000 up for grabs as NVF Cup heads to SwakopmundNew Era
Namibia Volleyball Federation is working closely with Namibia Sports Commission to ensure successful event
“The Chief Executive Officer of NVF Festus "Fessy" Hamukwaya said preparations for the final matches are well underway, with the federation working closely with the Namibia Sports Commission to ensure a successful event.”
N$100 000 up for grabs as NVF Cup heads to SwakopmundThe Namibian
Namibia Volleyball Federation secured a sponsorship of N$1 million from Mobile Telecommunications Limited
“during his tenure as NVF president, those principles enabled the federation to strengthen its institutional positioning and secure a sponsorship of N$1 million from Mobile Telecommunications Limited.”
Imbuwa takes Namibia’s volleyball lessons globalThe Namibian
Namibia Volleyball Federation partnered on the Bank Windhoek Open tournament
“The open tournament was presented in partnership with the Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF), Swakopmund Beach Academy and the Namibia Beach Volleyball Hub.”
Harris, Mathew new womens’ beach volleyball champsThe Namibian
Namibia Volleyball Federation selected Gobabis as host town for league round
“Although Gobabis does not have a club competing in the national league, the Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) selected the town as part of its strategy to grow the sport beyond its traditional strongholds.”
Gobabis to host MTC volleyball league for first timeNew Era
Namibia Volleyball Federation was thanked by coach Mutasa for contributing to the team's successful campaign
“I would like to thank the players, the technical team, the Namibia Volleyball Federation, our supporters and everyone who contributed to making this campaign possible.”
Namibia wins bronze at Olympic qualifiersThe Namibian
Namibia Volleyball Federation will compete at CAVB Zone VI Senior LA28 Olympic Games Qualifiers in Harare, Zimbabwe
“Namibia's men and women's volleyball national teams are set to return to international competition for the first time in about 15 years when they compete at the CAVB Zone VI Senior LA28 Olympic Games Qualifiers in Harare, Zimbabwe, from 7 to 14 June.”
Namibia returns to international volleyballThe Namibian
Namibia Volleyball Federation confirmed the forfeiture of Unam Hard Hitters vs Afrocat SC-C match
“After deliberations, Afrocat SC-C forfeited the match, handing Unam the victory, a result later confirmed by the Namibia Volleyball Federation.”
Volleyball Round 2 delivers drama at OndangwaThe Namibian
Namibia Volleyball Federation takes its flagship competition north this weekend
“The Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) takes its flagship competition north this weekend as Round 2 of the MTC Volleyball National League heads to Ondangwa tomorrow.”
Ondangwa set for Round 2 MTC volleyball battlesNew Era
Namibia Volleyball Federation has officially unveiled national beach volleyball teams for CAVB Zone VI qualification tournament
“The Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) has officially unveiled the national beach volleyball teams set to represent the country at the upcoming CAVB Zone VI qualification tournament, a key step in the road to the African Nations Championship (CAN) and the 2028 Summer Olympics.”
Nam volleyball Olympic qualifier squad namedThe NVF Cup tournament, with a total prize purse of N$100 000 across men's and women's competitions, will be held at The Dome in Swakopmund as part of the Sports Expo. The federation is working with the Namibia Sports Commission to ensure a successful event, with free entrance and sponsorship from Bank Windhoek.
2 October 2026 · New Era →
The NVF Cup tournament, with a total prize purse of N$100 000 across men's and women's competitions, will be held at The Dome in Swakopmund as part of the Sports Expo. The federation is working with the Namibia Sports Commission to ensure a successful event, with free entrance and sponsorship from Bank Windhoek.
2 October 2026 · New Era →
Hillary Imbuwa has been appointed as an International Federation of Volleyball (FIVB) sport management and administration expert. He says the role allows him to share knowledge from international experiences with southern African federations while bringing regional perspectives to the global volleyball community.
11 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Lameesh Harris and Albertina Mathew won the Bank Windhoek Open Two-a-Side Beach Volleyball Women's Division title over the weekend. The tournament brought together 34 teams at Mole Beach in Swakopmund and attracted an estimated 700 to 1,200 spectators.
5 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Volleyball referee Ndina Kasheeta has received sponsorships totalling N$31 350 from DTS Club and the Lück family to attend an African Volleyball Confederation international referee candidate course in Dakar, Senegal, from 6 to 14 August. Kasheeta is one of only two Namibian referees qualified to officiate in continental and international competitions.
30 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The MTC Volleyball National League moves to Gobabis for round five of the 2026 season, marking the town's first time hosting the competition. The Namibia Volleyball Federation selected Gobabis as part of its strategy to grow the sport beyond traditional strongholds through monthly league rounds across different Namibian towns.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Volleyball Federation is bringing the MTC Volleyball National League to Gobabis for the first time, with round five of the 2026 season featuring men's and women's matches. The NVF is expanding the sport beyond traditional strongholds by hosting monthly league rounds across towns in Namibia.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's women's volleyball team secured the bronze medal at the CAVB Zone 6 LA 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers in Harare, Zimbabwe, defeating Malawi 3-1 in the third-place playoff. Head coach Kudakwashe Mutasa praised the team's commitment and discipline, calling the medal a reward for months of preparation.
15 June 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's men and women's national volleyball teams will compete at the CAVB Zone VI Senior LA28 Olympic Games Qualifiers in Harare, Zimbabwe, from 7 to 14 June, their first international competition in about 15 years and part of qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
3 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Round 2 of the MTC Volleyball National League saw Blaze Access edge NDF Phoenix 3–2 in a five-set women's match, while defending champions Revivals bounced back with a 3–1 victory. Unam Queens and NamPol Volleyball Club also secured straight-sets wins, with intensity and team spirit defining the action at Ondangwa Tennis Courts.
27 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Round 2 of the MTC Volleyball National League moves to Ondangwa this weekend, with matches in both men's and women's divisions. Defending champions Revivals seek to recover from an opening-round defeat, while newly promoted sides test their competitiveness against established teams.
24 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Volleyball Federation has unveiled two women's and two men's beach volleyball teams to compete at the CAVB Zone VI qualification tournament in Maputo from 30 April to 2 May, a key pathway toward the African Nations Championship and 2028 Olympics.
23 April 2026 · New Era →
Bank Windhoek and the Namibia Volleyball Federation hosted the 2026 Doc Tournament in Swakopmund, attracting 39 teams (16 women's and 23 men's) and marking one of the strongest editions in the event's 42-year history. Zambia's Green Buffaloes won both men's and women's titles in their first appearance, while eleven Namibian clubs participated for the first time, signalling growth in the sport's national footprint.
1 April 2026 · New Era →
Zambia's Green Buffaloes Volleyball Club won both the male and female divisions at the 2026 Bank Windhoek Doc Tournament in Swakopmund, which featured 39 teams including 11 making their debut. The tournament director highlighted the emergence of young talent and rising standards in Namibian volleyball, with plans to expand the event next year to include teams from more regions.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
The third season of the MTC Volleyball National League began in Otjiwarongo last weekend with 16 teams competing, including newcomers Afrocat Volleyball Club. The defending champions Revival Volleyball Club lost to Nampol women's team 3-0 in a notable upset.
17 March 2026 · New Era →
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 →
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 →
The annual DTS Volleyball for All tournament in Windhoek attracted 216 teams competing in 6-a-side and 4-a-side formats, drawing close to 5,000 spectators. The Namibia Volleyball Federation president noted the tournament's role in growing the sport, creating employment opportunities, and building team bonding across corporate entities.
9 March 2026 · New Era →
Bank Windhoek has committed N$960 000 in combined sponsorship to the Namibia Volleyball Federation (N$560 000) and Namibia Aquatic Sports Federation (N$400 000), supporting grassroots and elite development in both sports. The funding enables youth development, competitions, and pathways for athletes to qualify for national and international championships.
6 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia hosted the first leg of the CAVB Zone Six Beach Volleyball Tour on 21–22 February 2026, attracting over 20 teams from nine SADC countries. South Africa's Danilo Von Ludwiger and Mthokosizi Mndingi won the men's title, while Lesotho's Moroesi Tolofi and Neo Chapole took the women's, with continental ranking points available for competitors.
24 February 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Volleyball Federation and DTS hosted the opening leg of the Confederation of African Volleyball Zone Six Beach Volleyball Tour on 21–22 February in Windhoek, attracting 24 teams from nine countries to compete for regional ranking points. Local players competed against strong regional opposition, with organizers praising the quality of matches and professional event management.
23 February 2026 · New Era →
Ihula Tobias Naushanga, a Namibian volleyball referee nominated by the Namibia Volleyball Federation, completed an intensive International Referee Candidate Course in Cairo and aims to elevate officiating standards in Namibia while eventually refereeing beyond Africa.
19 February 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Volleyball Federation will host the first leg of the CAVB Zone Six Beach Volleyball Tour from 20–22 February 2026 in Windhoek, welcoming athletes from 10 southern African countries. The tournament supports talent identification and development, with ranking points counting towards Olympic qualification for 2028 and continental youth championships.
13 February 2026 · New Era →