President of the Namibia Football Association, elected to Cosafa executive committee in May 2026.
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The Namibian
Namibia Football Association president Robert Shimooshili has backed Fifa president Gianni Infantino
“Namibia Football Association president Robert Shimooshili has backed beleaguered Fifa president Gianni Infantino and reiterated that the association stands united with the Confederation of African Football.”
Football association supports InfantinoWindhoek Observer
NFA President Robert Shimooshili defended Markus, arguing that without a criminal court conviction, Markus cannot be deemed a criminal or face sanctions
“Nevertheless, NFA President Robert Shimooshili defended Markus, arguing that without a criminal court conviction, Markus cannot be deemed a criminal or face sanctions.”
NFA VP faces integrity questions after theft dismissalNew Era
Shimooshili said the proposed amendments are intended to create a more enabling legal environment for sports bodies
“Shimooshili said the proposed amendments are intended to create a more enabling legal environment for sports bodies and ensure that federations are better equipped to operate independently and sustainably.”
NFA pushes for Sports Act overhaul amid funding crisisNew Era
Shimooshili said the proposed fund will be managed by the Namibia Sports Commission, in consultation with MEIYSAC and Ministry of Finance
“He added that the proposed fund will be managed by the Namibia Sports Commission, in consultation with MEIYSAC and the Ministry of Finance, ensuring accountability and alignment with all budgets across all sports codes.”
NFA pushes for Sports Act overhaul amid funding crisisThe Namibian
Robert Shimooshili is described as visionary leading NFA and steering football amid challenges
“The NFA is led by the visionary Robert Shimooshili, who has steadily steered football amid the challenges it faces.”
Blaauw resigns as ||Kharas region football chairmanNew Era
NFA president Robert Shimooshili explained that prize money differences are influenced by varying development levels and exposure between men's and women's football
“NFA president Robert Shimooshili addressed the concerns, explaining that the differences are largely influenced by the varying levels of development and exposure between the two codes.”
NFA president clarifies prize money gap between men and women footballThe Namibian
NFA president Robert Shimooshili publicly confirmed Eeshoke Chula Chula as Namibia's CAF Confederation Cup representatives
“This comes after NFA president Robert Shimooshili publicly confirmed Eeshoke Chula Chula as Namibia's representatives, citing a clash between the NFA Cup's conclusion and CAF's registration deadlines.”
Unam cries foul over CAF cup snubThe Namibian
Robert Shimooshili denied involvement in politics regarding alleged N$1 million donation to Swapo campaign
“I can't be involved in this. This is out of question. I am a football person and businessman.”
Forensic probe ordered into Swapo fishing company GendevThe Namibian
Robert Shimooshili confirmed Namibia's bid to co-host Afcon 2028
“Namibia Football Association president Robert Shimooshili has confirmed Namibia's bid to co-host Afcon 2028, adding that his election to Cosafa's executive committee will improve Namibia's chances of success.”
Namibia’s Afcon 2028 bid strengthenedThe Namibian
Robert Shimooshili was elected to Cosafa's executive committee for four-year term 2026-2029
“Shimooshili was on Sunday elected to Cosafa's executive committee at it's elective general assembly in Harare and will serve for a four-year term from 2026 to 2029.”
Namibia’s Afcon 2028 bid strengthenedNamibia Football Association president Robert Shimooshili has backed Fifa president Gianni Infantino and reaffirmed the association's unity with the Confederation of African Football, which endorsed the withdrawal of Infantino's proposed Fifa Forward Enterprise scheme after criticism from other continental confederations.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia Football Association president Robert Shimooshili has backed Fifa president Gianni Infantino and reaffirmed the association's unity with the Confederation of African Football, which endorsed the withdrawal of Infantino's proposed Fifa Forward Enterprise scheme after criticism from other continental confederations.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
Jakobus Murs Markus, vice president of the Namibia Football Association, has been dismissed from his post as chief control officer of Rehoboth magistrate's court following an internal disciplinary process that found him guilty of theft involving approximately N$30,000 in traffic fines. According to judicial sources, the scheme allegedly involved collecting full payments from traffic violators while falsely claiming their fine reduction requests had been rejected, then pocketing the difference.
11 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Football Association has formally proposed amendments to the Sports Act and the establishment of a dedicated national sports levy of N$5 from employees and employers monthly, arguing that current legislation no longer adequately supports the governance and sustainability of sport in Namibia and that the levy would provide sustainable funding to reduce reliance on government grants.
23 July 2026 · New Era →
Emrico Blaauw has resigned as ||Kharas Football Region chairman, citing that his simultaneous service as a Keetmanshoop Municipality councillor contravenes the Namibia Sports Act and NFA statutes. He recommends the vice chairperson assume the role until the next elections.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →
NFA president Robert Shimooshili attributed the disparity in prize money between men's and women's football to differences in development, history, and attendance levels, noting that international bodies like FIFA and CAF are working to elevate women's football. Men's winners received N$400,000 in the recent NFA Cup, while women's winners received N$100,000.
3 July 2026 · New Era →
Unam FC has urged the Namibia Football Association to reconsider its choice of Eeshoke Chula Chula as Namibia's CAF Confederation Cup representative, arguing that their 2026 NFA Cup victory should entitle them to the spot. The NFA cited a scheduling conflict between the NFA Cup's conclusion and CAF's registration deadlines in making its selection.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
25 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Football Association president Robert Shimooshili confirmed Namibia's joint bid with South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe to co-host Afcon 2028. Shimooshili, newly elected to Cosafa's executive committee, said the NFA has agreed to co-host pending final government approval, though infrastructure upgrades including an approved stadium will be necessary.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Robert Shimooshili, president of the Namibia Football Association, was elected to the Executive Committee of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations during Cosafa's 2026 Elective General Assembly in Harare. Shimooshili said the election represents a major achievement for Namibia and an opportunity to advance football development and economic growth in the region.
19 May 2026 · New Era →
Robert Shimooshili, president of the Namibia Football Association, was elected to the executive committee of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations during its 2026 elective general assembly in Harare. Tariq Babitseng of Botswana was elected Cosafa president, and the new executive committee will guide football development in southern Africa over the next four years.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Football Association spent approximately N$700,000 on the funeral of former secretary general Charles Siyauya and N$400,000 on that of executive member Michael Situde, raising concerns among insiders about the lack of a formal funeral policy and alignment with the organisation's development mandate. NFA officials disputed some details but acknowledged the absence of clear guidelines, while former leadership and current executives questioned whether such expenditure was justified given underfunding of youth football programmes.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Football Association has resolved to transform the Dr Hage Geingob Cup into a national football competition played across all 14 regions to honour the late President and preserve his legacy and passion for football. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare was appointed Patron of the NFA, succeeding Geingob, and pledged to mobilise financial resources for football development.
1 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Confederation of African Football has announced a new African Nations League set to launch in 2029, featuring all 54 African member nations divided into four geographical zones. The competition will be an annual event showcasing Africa's best players from global clubs, replacing the Africa Nations Cup (Chan), which analysts have criticized as unattractive and a waste of resources.
17 February 2026 · The Namibian →