Also known as: NWF
Namibia Wrestling Federation — national sports federation that organizes wrestling competitions and selects athlete delegations for international championships including African and Olympic qualifiers.
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The Namibian
Namibia Wrestling Federation classified as a priority sports code in Namibia
“Erasmus adds that wrestling is classified as a priority sports code in Namibia.”
Wrestling push needs global exposureThe Namibian
Anke Erasmus, secretary general of Namibia Wrestling Federation acknowledged national coach Luis Forcelledo Paz's exceptional work and dedication
“Erasmus also paid tribute to national coach Luis Forcelledo Paz for his 'exceptional work, dedication and the countless hours invested into Namibia's wrestlers,' as well as assistant coach Kevin Vleermuis for stepping up and making a meaningful contribution to the team.”
Wrestlers shine at African ChampsNew Era
Namibia Wrestling Federation commended national head coach Luis Forcelledo Paz for his leadership and commitment
“The Namibia Wrestling Federation also commended national head coach Luis Forcelledo Paz for his leadership and commitment to the athletes and programme over the past year.”
Shipopyeni, Abraham shine as Nam wrestlers in EgyptInformanté
Namibia Wrestling Federation officially flagged off the team during a send-off ceremony
“The Namibia Wrestling Federation officially flagged off the team during a send-off ceremony held at the Namibia Sports Commission, where athletes were encouraged to compete with pride and determination.”
Team Namibia departs for wrestling championship in EgyptNew Era
Namibia Wrestling Federation successfully concluded Dr Sam Nujoma President Tournament on Saturday
“The Namibia Wrestling Federation successfully concluded its Dr Sam Nujoma President Tournament on Saturday at the Affiespark Indoor Hockey Hall at Wanderers Sports Grounds in Windhoek, with close to 93 wrestlers from five clubs taking part in the competition.”
Nujoma tourney draws nearly 100 wrestlersNamibia Sports Commission chief administrator Fred Simataa Mwiya told the SportsBitz Africa Forum in Rwanda that Africa lacks sport financing and investment, not talent. Namibia aims to increase sport's contribution to employment from one percent to 3.5% by 2030, framing sport as an economic asset that creates jobs and drives tourism.
15 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Sports Commission chief administrator Fred Simataa Mwiya told the SportsBitz Africa Forum in Rwanda that Africa lacks sport financing and investment, not talent. Namibia aims to increase sport's contribution to employment from one percent to 3.5% by 2030, framing sport as an economic asset that creates jobs and drives tourism.
15 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Sports Commission held a reward ceremony recognizing athletes who won medals at international sporting events, distributing N$774,000 to Athletics Namibia, the Namibia Wrestling Federation, the Namibia Full-contact Martial Arts Federation and the Namibia Inline Hockey Federation in accordance with the 2018 NSC Reward Policy.
22 July 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Sports Commission has awarded a combined N$774,000 to five national sports federations in recognition of medal-winning performances by Namibian athletes at African and international competitions in the first quarter of 2026. The beneficiaries are Athletics Namibia, the Namibia Wrestling Federation, Namibia Full Contact Martial Arts, Namibia Inline Hockey and Special Olympics Namibia, with individual athletes receiving up to N$40,000 depending on medal type.
22 July 2026 · Informanté →
Lazarus Haimbodi, Virinao Nguatjiti and Lafras Uys will represent Namibia at the 2026 Grand Prix of Spain in Madrid from Friday to Sunday, and attend a week-long United World Wrestling training camp from 13 to 18 July. The trip, funded by the Namibia National Olympic Committee, is part of the wrestlers' preparation for the 2028 Olympic Games and the 2027 African Wrestling Championships.
9 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Wrestling Federation secretary general says elite wrestlers need increased international competition, training camps, and logistical support including flights, accommodation, and registration fees for the Road to LA 28. Recent success at the South Africa Greco-Roman Nationals demonstrates the value of regional competition for building athlete capacity and commitment.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian wrestlers won two silver and one bronze medal at the Africa Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt. Ester Abraham and Lisias Shipopyeni secured silver medals, while Petrus Haimbodi won bronze, with several other wrestlers coming close to podium places.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian wrestlers earned four silver medals and a bronze at the African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, with Lisias Shipopyeni securing two silvers in Greco-Roman and beach wrestling, and Ester Abraham claiming silver in women's beach wrestling. Lazarus Haimbodi added a bronze in senior Greco-Roman 63kg.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian wrestling team competed at the African Continental Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, with Lisias Shipopyeni earning a silver medal in Greco-Roman 55kg and Calvin Dreyer finishing fourth in the U/20 category. Other wrestlers including Petrus Haimbodi and Henrico Durand also competed, with the federation noting the performances demonstrated technical ability and provided valuable experience for future development.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
Eight Namibian wrestlers will compete at the African Continental Championships in Alexandria from 27 April to 4 May, fully funded and prepared by the Sports Commission. The delegation, led by national coach Luis Paz, includes 2023 African champion Calvin Dreyer and senior woman wrestler Ester Abraham, who is training in Ivory Coast under an Olympic Solidarity Scholarship.
24 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has sent a nine-member wrestling team, supported by two coaches and one referee, to compete at the African Continental Championship in Alexandria, Egypt, scheduled for 25 April to 5 May 2026. The championship will feature Greco-Roman, freestyle, and women's wrestling across multiple age categories and is expected to draw around 500 athletes and officials from 27 African countries.
23 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Wrestling Federation held its Dr Sam Nujoma President Tournament on Saturday with nearly 93 wrestlers from five clubs competing. The event served as the federation's first competition of the year and will help prepare athletes for the African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt later in the year.
2 March 2026 · New Era →