Manager of FC Ongos, signed two-year deal to return to African Stars with focus on youth development and SADC regional competitiveness.
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New Era
Ronnie Kanalelo has signed two-year deal to lead African Stars
“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 eyesNew Era
Ronnie Kanalelo believes sustainable success requires investing in youth structures, not expensive signings alone
“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 eyesThe Namibian
Ronnie Kanalelo joined Mamelodi Sundowns
“I have supported Sundowns since Ronnie Kanalelo joined the club in 1998.”
Sundowns Namibia supporters unfazed by Shalulile exitNew Era
Ongos head coach Ronnie Kanalelo insists his side will remain grounded as campaign approaches final stages
“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 stretchThe Namibian
Coach Ronnie Kanalelo attributed the performance to the team's training
“He attributed the performance to the team's training.”
African Stars strengthen grip as Ongos climb to thirdThe Namibian
Ongos coach Ronnie Kanalelo said conceding in the first half made the task harder
“Ongos coach Ronnie Kanalelo, speaking after the draw against Young African in which FC Ongos scored in the dying minutes, said conceding in the first half made the task harder.”
Premier League title race tightensThe Namibian
Ronnie Kanalelo is new coach of FC Ongos
“African Stars face another tough encounter against FC Ongos on Sunday, who are climbing up the log under new coach Ronnie Kanalelo.”
Unbeaten Unam take on StarsThe Namibian
Ronnie Kanalelo ended his second stint as Brave Warriors assistant coach after Cosafa Cup final defeat
“Ronnie Kanalelo's second stint as Brave Warriors assistant coach ended with Namibia's Cosafa Cup final defeat to Angola on Sunday.”
Kanalelo quits Brave WarriorsThe Namibian
Ronnie Kanalelo previously quit the same position following 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt
“Kanalelo previously quit the same position following the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, where he was Ricardo Mannetti's number two.”
Kanalelo quits Brave WarriorsAfrican 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →