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August 2026
The Namibian
Ndeulipula Hamutumwawas appointed toAssociation of National Olympic Committees of Africa marketing commission
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“Newly-appointed Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa marketing commission member Ndeulipula Hamutumwa aims to leverage continental partnerships to boost Namibian sport.”
Ndeulipula HamutumwaisNamibia National Olympic Committee president
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“Hamutmuwa, who is also the Namibia National Olympic Committee president, says sport has the power to contribute meaningfully to economic and social development, making it an attractive investment for responsible corporate partners.”
NNOC president Ndeulipula Hamutumwasays the agreement isstrategic partnership reflecting shared commitment to strengthening sport development
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“NNOC president Ndeulipula Hamutumwa says the agreement signed by him and LNOC president Letsatsi Ntsibolane is a strategic partnership that reflects a shared commitment to strengthening sport development, improving governance and creating sustainable opportunities for athletes across Southern Africa.”
Namibia National Olympic Committee president Dr Ndeulipula Hamutumwapresentedmedals during medal ceremony in Glasgow
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“Namibia also celebrated a proud moment at the Games when Namibia National Olympic Committee president Dr Ndeulipula Hamutumwa presented medals during a medal ceremony in Glasgow.”
NNOC president Ndeulipula Hamutumwahighlightedoutcomes of recent visit to International Olympic Committee headquarters
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“NNOC president Ndeulipula Hamutumwa highlighted the outcomes of a recent visit to the International Olympic Committee headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland.”
Ndeulipula HamutumwaisNamibia National Olympic Committee president
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“The presence of key dignitaries, including Swakopmund councillor Victor Maswahu, Namibia National Olympic Committee president Ndeulipula Hamutumwa, Swakopmund chief executive Alfeus Benjamin, Namibia Sport Commission chief administrator Freddy Mwiya and Bank Windhoek manager Samuel Linyondi, underscored the event's status on the national sporting calendar.”
Ndeulipula Hamutumwa, newly appointed to the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa marketing commission, plans to leverage continental partnerships and share marketing best practices across Namibia's national federations to improve commercial sustainability and sporting structures.
Ndeulipula Hamutumwa, newly appointed to the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa marketing commission, plans to leverage continental partnerships and share marketing best practices across Namibia's national federations to improve commercial sustainability and sporting structures.
Tryagain Ndevelo defeated Niall Adams 5-0 in the men's 60kg category and Mischa Araes beat Nadeeka Ranasinghe 4-0 in the women's 51kg fight, advancing both to the semi-finals where they have secured medals. They join compatriot Philip Haoseb, who qualified for the semis the previous evening.
The Namibia National Olympic Committee and Lesotho National Olympic Committee signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen sport development and governance across areas including athlete development, coach education, high-performance sport, sport science, and governance, with the aim of sharing knowledge and best practices regionally.
Namibia National Olympic Committee president Ndeulipula Hamutumwa says strategic investment, private sector backing and honest post-event evaluations are crucial for the nation's sporting success. He expresses hope that Namibian athletes can compete for medals at Glasgow and future competitions, and stresses the need to prioritize resources in disciplines where athletes have already demonstrated competitive strength.
Jessica Humphrey and Oliver Durand set new Namibian senior and age-group records in swimming at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Humphrey clocking 1:01.83 in the women's 100m backstroke and Durand 53.98 seconds in the men's 100m butterfly. Boxer Tryagain Ndevelo progressed by walkover, while swimmers Luke Beukes and the record-setters advanced to semi-finals.
Namibia's Commonwealth Games team received the national flag from President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at an official ceremony ahead of the Games scheduled for 23 July to 2 August in Glasgow, Scotland. NNOC president Ndeulipula Hamutumwa praised the athletes' commitment and thanked the government's support for sport, while Chef de Mission Joseph Amakali emphasised the team's focus on discipline, professionalism, and representing the nation with integrity.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pledged to accelerate government investment in sports infrastructure across all 14 regions and handed the national flag to Team Namibia ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The government has identified 28 sites for construction and upgrading of sports facilities as part of elevating sport to a top development priority.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has ordered a forensic investigation into Gendev Fishing Resources and its sister company amid allegations of missing millions, lack of transparency, and failure to deliver fish worth over N$49 million to clients.
The Namibia National Olympic Committee has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sport development following engagements with the International Olympic Committee headquarters in Lausanne and government leadership, aiming to unlock opportunities for athlete development and institutional capacity building.
The Namibia National Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Association has established a Medical Commission, endorsed on 16 March 2026, to strengthen athlete health, welfare, and performance systems and align with international Olympic standards. The five-member commission, led by Vice President Gaby Ahrens, will advise on medical policies, athlete safeguarding, and governance through 31 December 2028.
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.
The Namibia National Olympic Committee hosted the AthleteMind Programme to strengthen the psychological preparedness of elite athletes, equipping them with practical mental performance tools to handle international and Olympic competition. NNOC leadership emphasized that mental strength is as vital as physical training when competing under intense global pressure.
Namibia will receive a N$9-million Fifa-standard football field at the OlympAfrica Centre in Omaruru as part of a continental partnership between Anoca and Fifa aimed at expanding access to quality sport infrastructure across Africa. The facility will provide young Namibians with improved opportunities to participate in organised sport and develop their talents in their communities.