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Ronnie Kanalelo

Ronnie Kanalelo — head coach of Marumo Gallants and FC Ongos, formerly managing African Stars.

2024-07-082026-10-06
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  1. September 2026

  2. New Era

    Ronnie Kanalelo was newly appointed head coach of Marumo Gallants

    Source

    “Newly appointed head coach of Marumo Gallants, Namibian international Ronnie Kanalelo, has come out guns blazing in response to questions about the manner in which he exited the door of his former employer, African Stars.”

    Kanalelo fires back at African Stars…. Gallants move sparks contract storm

  3. New Era

    Ronnie Kanalelo officially started his coaching job with Marumo Gallants this morning

    Source

    “I officially started my new coaching job with Marumo Gallants this morning (yesterday).”

    Kanalelo fires back at African Stars…. Gallants move sparks contract storm

  4. New Era

    Ronnie Kanalelo led African Stars into the CAF Champions League second preliminary round

    Source

    “Kanalelo led Stars into the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League over the weekend, eliminating Mangasport of Gabon via the away-goals rule at Lucas Moripe Stadium.”

    Kanalelo fires back at African Stars…. Gallants move sparks contract storm

  5. The Namibian

    Coach Ronnie Kanalelo attributes the defeat to poor decision-making and defensive lapses

    Source

    “Kanalelo attributes the defeat to poor decision-making and defensive lapses, while also pointing to missed opportunities in attack.”

    Unam and Stars face uphill battle after CAF setbacks

  6. The Namibian

    Ronnie Kanalelo says preparations have gradually taken shape after a slow start

    Source

    “African Stars coach Ronnie Kanalelo says preparations have gradually taken shape after a slow start caused by players arriving at different times.”

    Unam and Stars set sights on CAF progress
  7. July 2026

  8. New Era

    Ronnie Kanalelo has signed two-year deal to lead African Stars

    Source

    “After a brief spell away at FC Ongos, the highly-rated local tactician has signed a two-year deal to lead Stars for a second time, with one clear mission: to transform the country's most successful club into a force capable of competing with the best in southern Africa.”

    Kanalelo returns with Stars in his eyes

  9. New Era

    Ronnie Kanalelo believes sustainable success requires investing in youth structures, not expensive signings alone

    Source

    “Kanalelo believes sustainable success will not come through expensive signings alone, but by investing in the club's youth structures.”

    Kanalelo returns with Stars in his eyes

  10. The Namibian

    Ronnie Kanalelo joined Mamelodi Sundowns

    Source

    “I have supported Sundowns since Ronnie Kanalelo joined the club in 1998.”

    Sundowns Namibia supporters unfazed by Shalulile exit
  11. March 2026

  12. New Era

    Ongos head coach Ronnie Kanalelo insists his side will remain grounded as campaign approaches final stages

    Source

    “On the other end, Ongos head coach Ronnie Kanalelo insists his side will remain grounded as the campaign approaches its final stages.”

    Three horse race intensifies between Chula, Stars, Ongos …NPFL title battle enters final stretch

  13. The Namibian

    Coach Ronnie Kanalelo attributed the performance to the team's training

    Source

    “He attributed the performance to the team's training.”

    African Stars strengthen grip as Ongos climb to third
Sport

Namibian coach Kanalelo joins Gallants amid Stars contract dispute

The News

Ronnie Kanalelo, newly appointed head coach of Marumo Gallants, has publicly responded to questions about his departure from African Stars, stating his contract allows him to take international coaching opportunities without obstruction. African Stars has confirmed it is seeking advice on how to handle Kanalelo's surprise appointment by Gallants, as he still had an existing agreement with Stars when he joined the Premiership side.

16 September 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Namibian coach Kanalelo joins Gallants amid Stars contract dispute

    Ronnie Kanalelo, newly appointed head coach of Marumo Gallants, has publicly responded to questions about his departure from African Stars, stating his contract allows him to take international coaching opportunities without obstruction. African Stars has confirmed it is seeking advice on how to handle Kanalelo's surprise appointment by Gallants, as he still had an existing agreement with Stars when he joined the Premiership side.

    16 September 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Unam, Stars stumble in CAF competition debuts

    Namibia's representatives in African club competitions suffered setbacks in their opening CAF encounters. Unam FC lost 2-0 to Angolan side Kabuscorp do Palanca in the CAF Confederation Cup; coach Robert Nauseb cited the intensity of continental football and lack of experience as factors, while noting his team showed confidence from winning the NFA Cup.

    9 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Namibian clubs prepare for CAF continental football debuts

    African Stars and Unam FC are preparing for their respective CAF inter-club competition campaigns. African Stars, Namibian champions, will face AS Mangasport of Gabon in the Champions League preliminary round (first leg 5 September in Gabon, return 12 September in Namibia), while Unam make their debut in the Confederation Cup against Angolan club Kabuscorp SCP.

    3 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Stars and Unam begin CAF African competition qualifying rounds

    African Stars, Namibian league champions, will face Mangasport of Gabon in CAF Champions League qualifying, while NFA Cup champions Unam will take on Kabuscorp of Angola in CAF Confederations Cup qualifying, with both competitions kicking off in September.

    12 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Namibian striker Shalulile joins Tanzania's Young Africans

    Namibian international Peter Shalulile has signed with Tanzanian champions Young Africans as a free agent after six years at Mamelodi Sundowns, where he scored 136 goals across all competitions and won multiple PSL titles and the CAF Champions League.

    29 July 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Kanalelo returns to lead African Stars with regional ambitions

    Ronnie Kanalelo has signed a two-year deal to manage African Stars for a second time, with ambitions to transform the NPFL champions into a competitive force in the CAF Champions League and across the SADC region through youth development and raising playing standards.

    21 July 2026 · New Era →

Friday 10 July

  1. Sundowns Namibia supporters say Shalulile exit won't weaken club

    The chairperson of the Mamelodi Sundowns Namibia Supporters Club says Peter Shalulile's departure after six years will not affect the long-term existence of the supporters' branch, noting the club was established before the striker joined and has members dating back to the 1980s.

    10 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 14 April

  1. Retired footballer Quest builds future through academy coaching

    Zebaldt Ngaruka Eric Quest, a former star midfielder for Black Africa and African Stars, now runs Quest Eleven academy mentoring youth players across multiple age groups since its establishment in 2023. The 57-year-old retired player aims to develop technically skilled players for Namibia's national teams while emphasizing character building and discipline.

    14 April 2026 · New Era →

Friday 20 March

  1. Experts warn Namibian sport hampered by underfunding and infrastructure gaps

    As Namibia marks 36 years of independence, sports experts point to inadequate facilities, chronic underfunding and weak grassroots development as major obstacles despite some international achievements. They call for stronger government-private sector partnerships and structured talent pathways to convert Namibia's sporting participation into sustained international success.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 11 March

  1. Title race tightens as Chula, Stars, Ongos fight for NPFL crown

    With six matches remaining, Eeshoke Chula Chula, African Stars, and FC Ongos are separated by only four points at the top of the Namibia Premier Football League, with Chula leading on 47 points. Head coaches of the contending sides expressed determination to fight for the championship, with African Stars' Elemu Agnus emphasizing defence and clinical finishing, while Ongos' Ronnie Kanalelo said his team would focus on maintaining their approach without tactical distractions.

    11 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 3 March

  1. African Stars extend league lead with six-two victory

    African Stars moved to 45 points after thrashing Tigers 6-2, extending their lead atop the Namibia Premier Football League with a goal difference of +21. FC Ongos climbed from fourth to third place after winning 2-0 away to Life Fighters and drawing 0-0 with Mighty Gunners.

    3 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 24 February

  1. African Stars reclaim league lead with pair of wins

    Defending champions African Stars returned to the top of Namibia's Premier Football League after back-to-back wins over Mighty Gunners and Life Fighters, reaching 41 points level with Eeshoke Chula Chula but ahead on goal difference. The title race has tightened, with Stars and Chula Chula opening a seven-point gap on third-place Mighty Gunners.

    24 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Eeshoke Chula Chula takes Namibia Premier League lead

    Eeshoke Chula Chula climbed to first place in the Namibia Premier Football League with back-to-back wins over the weekend, moving to 37 points and overtaking defending champions African Stars. Head coach John Sikerete attributed the success to strong teamwork and the determination of young local players despite missing key injured squad members.

    17 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 2 February

  1. Mighty Gunners defeat unbeaten Unam in Premier League clash

    Unam FC suffered their first seasonal defeat, losing 2-1 to league leaders Mighty Gunners at Unam Sport Stadium on Saturday, with Bernhard Horaseb scoring twice for the winners. Unam coach Robert Nauseb said his team dominated early but should have managed the ball better in the closing stages.

    2 February 2026 · New Era →

Friday 30 January

  1. NPFL resumes second leg with double-header weekend fixtures

    The Namibia Premier Football League kicks off the second leg of its season this weekend with Rounds 6 and 7, beginning with Khomas Nampol taking on Tigers FC. Khomas Nampol coach Fortune Eichab said his side, currently hovering above the relegation zone, is mentally and physically ready after using the mid-season break to rebuild fitness and cohesion.

    30 January 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 14 January

  1. Ongos FC striker Petrus chases golden boot award

    Thirty-year-old Petrus Stephanus, currently the league's top goal scorer with six goals, is aiming to win the golden boot for the 2025/2026 season while working under coach Ronnie Kanalelo. He has played for several local clubs and dreams of representing Namibia's national team on the international stage.

    14 January 2026 · New Era →

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