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24 April 2026
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Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup

Also known as: 2026 Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup · Newspaper Cup · Newspaper Cup tournament · the tournament · the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup · U20 Nedbank Newspaper Cup · the cup · The Namibian Newspaper Cup · the title · NNC · Nedbank/Namibian Newspaper Cup

Sport

Erongo under-20 football team wins Nedbank Newspaper Cup

The News

Erongo's under-20 football team won the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, defeating Kunene 2-1 at Keetmanshoop. Team manager Daniel Mouton attributed the victory to determination, unity, and support from stakeholders including the governor's office.

21 April 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 21 April

  1. Erongo under-20 football team wins Nedbank Newspaper Cup

    Erongo's under-20 football team won the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, defeating Kunene 2-1 at Keetmanshoop. Team manager Daniel Mouton attributed the victory to determination, unity, and support from stakeholders including the governor's office.

    21 April 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 16 April

  1. Netball Namibia defends under-19 selection amid regional criticism

    Netball Namibia has defended its selection process for the preliminary under-19 national squad following backlash over the skewed selection of players from Khomas region and minimal inclusion from defending champions Kavango East. The federation says selection decisions are based on how players complement the team as a whole and are overseen by a panel of qualified selectors, though critics question how the runner-up team received nine selections compared to one from the championship winners.

    16 April 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Khomas captain reflects on pressure, loss at netball tournament

    Khomas under-20 netball captain Hiturepi Kahuikee discusses how leadership requires setting an example on and off court, after her team lost 35–28 to Kavango East in the final of the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup. Despite the defeat, Kahuikee emphasises the team's resilience, character development, and lessons learned about mental preparation and staying focused under pressure.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 13 April

  1. Mother and daughter compete in Nedbank Newspaper Cup netball

    Former Desert Jewels player Ester Uugwanga watches her daughter Marvellous Shangadi compete in the 2026 Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, the same grassroots tournament that launched Uugwanga's own career. Both reflect on the significance of the tournament in bridging generations and building a foundation for national representation.

    13 April 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 10 April

  1. Former netball player Manale reflects on career, regrets

    Roberta Manale, a Walvis Bay-born former Blue Waters goal defence player, shares her netball career journey from primary school through club competitions, including national youth team appearances. Though she stepped away from competitive netball to focus on university studies, Manale reflects on her achievements, regrets leaving the sport, and advises young players to value every opportunity and trust in their contributions to their team.

    10 April 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 8 April

  1. Nedbank Newspaper Cup nurtures emerging netball talent

    The Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup tournament continues to develop grassroots netball talent, with many teams fielding debutants and under-20 players competing at the national stage for the first time. Young players from various regions report that the competition provides crucial exposure, travel opportunities, and experience that prepares them for higher-level play and national selection.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Namibian lawmaker James Unomasa Uerikua dies suddenly

    A National Assembly member has penned a tribute to fellow lawmaker James Unomasa Uerikua following his sudden death. The piece describes Uerikua as an articulate and intellectually fearless parliamentarian whose sharp political contributions enriched legislative debate, and notes that his son died alongside him.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 7 April

  1. Kavango East retains Nedbank Newspaper Cup netball title

    Kavango East defeated Khomas 35–28 in the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup netball final at Keetmanshoop, successfully defending their title after tactical adjustments following an earlier pool-stage loss to the same opponent. Martha Mununga of Kavango East won player of the tournament and best defender awards.

    7 April 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 5 April

  1. Oshikoto unbeaten, ||Kharas advance in Nedbank Cup drama

    Oshikoto topped their group with three straight wins in the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, while ||Kharas advanced to the quarter-finals with a 2-2 draw against Ohangwena in a match that ended in controversy over a last-minute goal.

    5 April 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Ohangwena dominates day two of Nedbank Newspaper Cup netball

    The second day of the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup netball tournament at Keetmanshoop produced thrilling matches with Ohangwena recording emphatic victories and narrowly defeating Erongo 32–27 in a highlight encounter. Kavango West and Kavango East also impressed with strong performances as teams compete for top honours ahead of the knockout stage.

    5 April 2026 · The Namibian

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