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The Namibian
… Sall, who served as the president of Senegal from 2012 to 2024, was nominated for the UN top job by Burundi. …
Former Senegalese president Africa’s candidate for UN secretary general positionThe Namibian
… Not being able to play at the Afcon is my biggest sporting regret.” He says his career in the South African premiership came to an end after he got injured in a match against Senegal during a World Cup qualifier. …
Never compete or compare yourself with others – ex-goalie VriesThe Namibian
… In Africa, Namibia ranks as the sixth least corrupt country by perceived corruption (joint sixth with Senegal), behind Seychelles, Cape Verde, Botswana, Rwanda and Mauritius. …
Namibia posts worst performance in corruption perceptions for 2025 as confidence in fighting corruption at all-time lowThe Namibian
… During the launch of the autobiography of Namibia’s ambassador to Senegal Trudie Amulungu nine years ago, Geingob expressed concern about Namibians not reading enough. …
Dad was an avid reader– Geingob’s daughterNew Era
DAKAR – Anger is mounting in Senegal over the alleged use of expired materials in sanitary pads and diapers by a leading Chinese firm, which denies any wrongdoing or bribery. …
Anger mounts over sanitary pad scandalThe Namibian
… Namibia clinched the spot when they won the Davis Cup Africa Group III tournament in Harare last year after narrowly beating Senegal and Nigeria to the post, but they can expect much tougher opposition against Estonia, who are ranked 62nd in the world, compared to Namibia’s 71st …
Namibia face huge task against EstoniaThe Namibian
Morocco’s football federation said it will appeal disciplinary sanctions and fines imposed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after the chaotic scenes at the Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal last month. …
Morocco says to appeal Afcon bans, fines after final chaosThe Namibian
… Morocco were hugely successful hosts of the latest edition of the premier African sporting event, which ended this month with their national team losing the final 1-0 to Senegal. …
Support and criticism for east African co hosts of 2027 AfconThe Namibian
Tens of thousands of Senegal football fans lined the streets of Dakar on Tuesday as the Lions of Teranga held a victory parade to celebrate their triumph in the Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco. …
Dakar delights in Senegal parade honouring Afcon championsThe Namibian
… Everything appeared set up for Walid Regragui’s Morocco side to cement their status as Africa’s pre-eminent footballing force as the continent’s top-ranked team made it to the final against Senegal in Rabat. …
Final chaos against Senegal leaves huge stain on Morocco's AfconThe Asoli Progressive Party has joined the African Democratic Alliance for Freedom and Progress, a continental political alliance founded in February with 46 members from 24 African countries. Party president Josef Kauandenge said the membership will allow Asoli to participate in continental activities and learn from established political parties.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Asoli Progressive Party has joined the African Democratic Alliance for Freedom and Progress, a continental political alliance founded in February with 46 members from 24 African countries. Party president Josef Kauandenge said the membership will allow Asoli to participate in continental activities and learn from established political parties.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian musician Elemotho Mosimane, now based in East Africa, will perform at the National Theatre of Namibia on Saturday for his first show in the country since 2022. He says the intimate venue calls for a laid-back approach, and plans to focus on his acoustic guitar and lyrics rather than dancing, mixing new songs with old favourites.
28 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has taken a leading role in advocating for the election of the first-ever woman as the next secretary-general of the United Nations. International relations minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi made this stance known during a working visit to the Republic of Congo, noting that after 80 years the UN has never had a female secretary-general, though multiple women are contesting to succeed current secretary-general António Guterres, whose second and final term ends on 31 December 2026. Namibia, Brazil, Mexico, Antigua and Barbuda, and over 110 member states have expressed strong support for electing the first female UN secretary-general.
28 August 2026 · New Era →
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.
28 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's senior men's tennis team qualified for the Davis Cup World Group II after finishing third at the Africa Group III tournament in Burundi, with a record of four wins and one defeat. The qualification marks Namibia's third consecutive year in the World Group II.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia National Olympic Committee has selected 12 athletes to represent the country at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal, competing across seven sporting codes including athletics, beach volleyball, boxing, cycling, swimming, triathlon and beach wrestling.
11 August 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia National Olympic Committee announced a team of 12 athletes competing in seven sport codes for the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal from 31 October to 13 November, accompanied by eight coaches and technical officials and three team management and support staff.
7 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Volleyball referee Ndina Kasheeta has received sponsorships totalling N$31 350 from DTS Club and the Lück family to attend an African Volleyball Confederation international referee candidate course in Dakar, Senegal, from 6 to 14 August. Kasheeta is one of only two Namibian referees qualified to officiate in continental and international competitions.
30 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Mikel Merino scored a late goal to send Spain through to the World Cup semi-final with a 2-1 victory over Belgium at SoFi Stadium on Friday. Spain will face tournament favorites France in Dallas on Tuesday.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappé scored a brilliant curling finish after a missed penalty, and set up Ousmane Dembele's goal as France defeated Morocco 2-0 to advance to the World Cup semi-finals, moving Mbappé level with Lionel Messi with eight tournament goals.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Belgium meet Spain in the World Cup quarter-finals on Friday, seeking to break Spain's defence, which has recorded six consecutive World Cup clean sheets—a first in history. Spain have conceded just six shots on target in five matches and are playing possession-based football similar to their 2010 World Cup-winning approach.
9 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining, including France, Morocco, Spain, and Belgium. Matches are taking place in the United States beginning Thursday.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
According to The Namibian, African football has achieved a watershed moment at the FIFA World Cup, with a record-breaking nine teams advancing to the knockout rounds—a major breakthrough that signals the continent's emergence as an established power in world football.
5 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Argentina survived an improbable challenge from Cape Verde, defeating the African team 3-2 after extra time in a World Cup match on Friday, with a Diney Borges own goal in the 111th minute breaking Cape Verde's resistance. Argentina will face Egypt on Tuesday for a place in the quarter-finals.
4 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Portugal advanced to the World Cup last 16 with a 2-1 victory over Croatia, with Goncalo Ramos scoring the winner in stoppage time after VAR ruled out Croatia's apparent late equaliser for offside. The match sets up a showdown with Spain, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring a penalty in the contest.
3 July 2026 · The Namibian →
For the first time in World Cup history, a record nine African countries have progressed beyond the group stage, marking a significant advancement for the continent in the tournament. Previously, only one African nation at a time had managed to qualify for the knockout stage.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A new mural created by Sister Namibia and ENK Public Art was unveiled on Nelson Mandela Avenue during Pride Month, referencing the Namibian national anthem with the message "hold high the banner of liberty" and featuring rainbow flags and colourful figures. The project aims to send a message of visibility and inclusion to the queer community in Namibia.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Ousmane Dembele scored a hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1, with Dembele opening in the seventh minute, scoring again on 20 minutes, and completing the hat-trick in the 32nd—one of the earliest in World Cup history. France advanced as Group I winners with nine points and 10 goals in three matches.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Senegal became the first African side to score five goals in a World Cup match, defeating 10-man Iraq 5-0 in their final Group I match, with Pape Gueye scoring twice. Senegal boosted their chances of progressing as one of the eight best third-placed teams with the best goal difference of teams on three points.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
France and Norway meet in a crucial World Cup group-stage match on Friday, with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland — both on four goals — set to feature prominently. France need only a draw to clinch first place in the group owing to superior goal difference.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Over 470 fishing vessels operating under African flags are secretly controlled by foreign owners, with profits channelled through shell companies and offshore accounts, according to data compiled by Oceana. Namibia has 30 such foreign-beneficially owned vessels; the African Defence Forum reports the continent loses at least N$212.8 billion annually in its fishing trade, primarily through illegal and unreported fishing.
25 June 2026 · New Era →
Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer with two goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria, breaking Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals. Messi's tournament tally now stands at 18 goals.
23 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 on Monday to advance to the World Cup last 32, securing their progression with a game to spare.
23 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The African Union has declared 2026–2035 the Decade of Reparations and called for a global reparations fund to address colonialism and slavery; Reform UK responded by threatening visa restrictions for residents of African countries, including Nigeria and Ghana, demanding European accountability.
22 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's real task is not to celebrate oil discoveries in the Orange Basin, but to develop the institutional, technical, and commercial discipline needed to govern them before project momentum shapes outcomes. Discovery creates only the possibility of achievement; the state must understand what resources it has found and govern them effectively before bad habits harden.
22 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has accepted responsibility for hosting the Global Water Partnership's (GWP) headquarters in Windhoek, positioning the capital at the centre of international efforts on water security, climate resilience and sustainable development. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the organisation's headquarters belongs to the global community and Namibia must help deliver on its expectations, with a new investment facility expected to influence nearly US$15 billion in water-related investments by 2030.
18 June 2026 · New Era →
England begin their World Cup bid against Croatia on Wednesday, seeking to end a 60-year wait for a trophy, while Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in a record-equalling sixth World Cup tournament for Portugal against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria to become the joint all-time top scorer in World Cup history with 16 goals, equalling Miroslav Klose's record.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland scored twice in his first World Cup appearance as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in Boston on Tuesday, their first match at a major tournament since 1998. The win left Norway top of Group I on goal difference, level with France on three points.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Omar Artan, set to be the first match official from Somalia to referee at a World Cup finals, was turned back at Miami International Airport on Saturday due to "vetting concerns" from US Customs and Border Protection. FIFA confirmed he would play no part in the tournament, citing the decision as the sole preserve of the United States as tournament co-host.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →