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The Namibian
… However, his and Egypt’s form at international level is a cause for optimism heading into a manageable draw against Belgium, New Zealand, and Iran in Group G. …
Egypt eye World Cup breakthrough in Salah’s likely last World CupThe Namibian
… Iran’s national squad, known as Team Melli, will open their World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15, before facing Belgium in the same city and Egypt in Seattle in Group G. …
Iranian VP urges striker Azmoun’s return to national teamThe Namibian
… In beef exports, Namibia will compete directly against major suppliers such as Brazil and Australia, while Australia and New Zealand dominate China’s sheep meat market. …
Namibia’s Export Opportunities and the Challenge Over Policy CertaintyThe Namibian
… They are due to kick off their World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on 15 June, before facing Belgium in the same city and then Egypt in Seattle, in Group G. …
Iran have ‘constructive’ meeting with Fifa over World Cup preparationsThe Namibian
… He lost to Putul Sonowal of India, to Shannon McIlroy of New Zealand, and to Yong Min Mao of China. …
Namibians bow out of World Bowls Indoor ChampsThe Namibian
… Iran, who are due to be based in Tucson, Arizona during the World Cup, face New Zealand, Belgium and Egypt in Group G. …
Iran holds World Cup send off for national football teamThe Namibian
All Blacks great Michael Jones told AFP that rugby union in New Zealand is losing the battle for “hearts and minds” to rival code rugby league, particularly among Pacific islanders. …
All Blacks great Jones says rugby union losing ‘hearts and minds' to leagueNew Era
… New Zealand’s Ardie Savea is Kambatuku’s role model in rugby, as, according to him, he showed what it means to be a child of God more than being a rugby player. …
Rugby needs more expansion – Kambatuku …calls for youth developmentThe Namibian
… the lack of depth available to Tuchel, who fielded an experimental line-up against the South Americans before selecting a slightly strong group to face Japan. – Tuchel frustration – Tuchel names his World Cup squad in May, with England facing a pair of friendlies with New Zealand …
Mitoma fires Japan to historic first win over EnglandThe Namibian
New Zealand thrashed 10-man Chile 4-1 on Monday in Auckland in their last home match before the World Cup, their first win ever against South American opposition. …
World Cup bound NZ thrash Chile for first win over South American teamSouth Africa defeated New Zealand 29-24 in the third Test in Johannesburg, taking a 2-1 series lead. Star players Cheslin Kolbe (jaw) and Ardie Savea (shoulder) were injured and ruled out of the series finale in Baltimore.
16 hours ago · The Namibian →
South Africa defeated New Zealand 29-24 in the third Test in Johannesburg, taking a 2-1 series lead. Star players Cheslin Kolbe (jaw) and Ardie Savea (shoulder) were injured and ruled out of the series finale in Baltimore.
16 hours ago · The Namibian →
South Africa won 29-24 against New Zealand in Johannesburg on Saturday, taking a 2-1 lead in the four-match Test series. The Springboks were locked 12-12 at half-time before dominating the second half to secure victory.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
South Africa and New Zealand meet in Johannesburg on Saturday for a 2-1 series lead, following days of verbal sparring over scrumming tactics between the two head coaches and support staff.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's aviation authority said Wednesday it was reviewing a low stadium flyover by Airlink jets ahead of a rugby union Test match that sparked debate over safety, after the airline cancelled a planned repeat event due to poor weather. Flight tracking analysis showed the lead aircraft was about 12.5 to 14 metres above the stadium's highest structure, with about 58,000 people present.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's coach Rassie Erasmus rejected All Blacks coach Dave Rennie's criticism of the Springboks' scrumming techniques following South Africa's 33-26 victory over New Zealand in Cape Town. Erasmus said Rennie's comments about the Springboks "walking around" in scrums were "nonsense," pointing instead to New Zealand's collapsing scrums.
31 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South African rugby legend Joggie Jansen, 78, died after suffering a suspected heart attack during a church service in Otjiwarongo on Sunday. Jansen represented South Africa in 10 Test matches between 1970 and 1972 and was renowned for his defensive abilities, including a famous tackle against New Zealand that became part of Springbok folklore.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
Australia scored twice in the first 11 minutes and held on to beat Argentina 27–21 in San Salvador de Jujuy on Saturday, extending coach Les Kiss's unbeaten record to three consecutive wins.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa defeated New Zealand 33-26 in the second of four Tests at Cape Town Stadium, levelling their series after losing the first Test. The Springboks dominated much of the match but had to withstand a fierce All Blacks comeback in the final 14 minutes.
29 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has proposed that every driving instructor in Namibia be tested on driving competence, teaching ability, defensive driving knowledge, and psychometric assessment before being allowed to continue teaching, regardless of years of experience.
29 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →
South Africa have changed their half-backs for the second Test against New Zealand on Saturday in Cape Town, promoting Handre Pollard and Cobus Reinach to replace Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Grant Williams. The Springboks also made changes to their backline, with Ethan Hooker replacing Kurt-Lee Arendse on the left wing.
24 August 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand outscored South Africa by five tries to one for a 33-16 victory in Johannesburg in the first Test of a four-match series, dominating the second half after South Africa led 13-12 at half-time. The All Blacks took their chances while South Africa made numerous entries into their rivals' 22 without reward and finished with 13 players after two yellow cards.
22 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Former All Blacks captain Sean Fitzpatrick told AFP that the current New Zealand team must "get everything right" to win a four-Test series against South Africa that begins Saturday, saying they cannot afford yellow cards or bad scrums. The series, billed as the "Greatest Rivalry," will be played at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, Cape Town, a Johannesburg soccer stadium, and Baltimore over consecutive Saturdays.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie said playing a four-Test series against South Africa "will be a lot tougher than a Rugby World Cup", with the Springboks offering greater strength of opposition than World Cup finalists face. Both teams will be about a year away from the 2027 World Cup when the series ends.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi and prop Ox Nche are doubtful for the first Test against New Zealand on Saturday in Johannesburg, head coach Rassie Erasmus said Monday. Kolisi suffered a hamstring injury in Argentina this month, while Nche has not played since a knee injury in July.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian editorial commends President Nandi-Ndaitwah for opposing seabed phosphate mining but criticizes the lack of clear policy, after environmental commissioner Timoteus Mufeti granted Namibian Marine Phosphate an environmental clearance certificate despite more than a decade of unresolved controversy.
16 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Veteran hooker Codie Taylor marked his debut as New Zealand captain with two tries in a 50-19 victory over the Bulls in Pretoria. The win came ahead of New Zealand's first Test against South Africa next Saturday.
15 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Varivo Ndjavera's journey in fencing began after she watched the Disney Channel show "Elena of Avalor" and later spotted a fencing advertisement while driving to school. The sport, initially an after-school activity, has evolved into a serious competitive pursuit that has taken her beyond Namibia's borders and shaped her into a more resilient athlete.
13 August 2026 · New Era →
New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie confirmed that former All Black Ma'a Nonu's solo Haka performance after the All Blacks' traditional pre-match ritual during a 54-0 tour victory over the Sharks in Durban was planned. Nonu, a 44-year-old Sharks substitute, consulted with defence coach Tana Umaga about the appropriate way to respond respectfully to the haka.
12 August 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand scored eight tries to defeat the Sharks 54-0 on Tuesday in the second match of a South Africa tour. Wing Fehi Fineanganofo scored a try in each half, while the Sharks were depleted by Springbok call-ups and injuries.
11 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's u18 men's and women's national fistball teams both finished fifth at international championships in Switzerland from 23–26 July. The u18 team matched the country's previous best World Championship result, while the women's team narrowly missed the semi-finals at the European Championship.
10 August 2026 · The Namibian →
World champions South Africa withstood a late post-hooter attack from Argentina to win 17-10 in a Test in Buenos Aires on Saturday, extending their winning streak to 12 internationals. South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said the game was tough preparation ahead of their upcoming series against New Zealand, though he suffered a hamstring injury that will require a scan.
8 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa and New Zealand are undertaking an extended rugby tour that begins in Cape Town on Friday and concludes in the United States 12,700 kilometres away. From August 29 to September 12, the two world-ranked teams will play exclusive Tests in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Baltimore, with the tour branded the 'Greatest Rivalry' and scheduled to occur every four years.
6 August 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie said the All Blacks' first full-scale rugby tour of South Africa in 30 years will have significant benefits, including chances for all squad members to play through midweek games against provincial sides and four Tests against the Springboks, with the tour running from August 22 through to a final match in Baltimore on September 12.
31 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Boxer Philip !Haoseb advanced to the men's 55 kilogramme semi-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a 4-1 split decision victory over New Zealand's Alex Mukuka, guaranteeing Namibia at least a bronze medal. !Haoseb has now won three consecutive bouts in the tournament.
30 July 2026 · New Era →
Namibian boxer Philip Haoseb advanced to the semi-finals of the men's 55kg category at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow by defeating New Zealand's Alex Mukuka 4-0, automatically securing at least a bronze medal. Haoseb will face India's Jadumani Mandengbam in the semi-finals for a place in Saturday's final.
30 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Kate O'Connor won heptathlon gold for Northern Ireland at the Commonwealth Games, securing her country's first athletics Commonwealth gold since 1986. Australia added nine swimming gold medals for a total of 37, their best ever Commonwealth Games haul in the pool.
30 July 2026 · The Namibian →
British swimmer Adam Ramsay-Peaty finished third in the 100m breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, missing his target of gold in four consecutive Games. The 31-year-old suggested he may reconsider his future in the sport given his expectations of becoming a father of two.
26 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Duncan Scott claimed Scotland's first gold medal of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, winning the 200-metre individual medley with a Games record time of 1min 56.38sec. Australia's swimmers also dominated the opening day of the pool competition, with Australian mining baron Gina Rinehart funding a bonus scheme of 20,000 Australian dollars for every gold medal won.
25 July 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa and France top their respective tables after the southern hemisphere Tests in the inaugural Nations Championship. The Springboks, New Zealand and other southern hemisphere nations will visit the northern hemisphere in November to play three Tests apiece before a grand final at Twickenham on November 27-29.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Debutant wing Jaco Williams scored a try and created another as South Africa beat Wales 43-0 in Durban to reclaim first place in the Nations Championship southern hemisphere standings on points difference, ahead of New Zealand.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →