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Friday, 24 April 2026
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Windhoek High School

Also known as: WHS

Secondary school in Windhoek that hosts netball and archery competitions and mourned Grade 8 pupil Venturo Uerikua's death in April 2026.

Sport

Namibian-born Jaythen Orange selected for Springbok U/20 squad

The News

Jaythen Orange, a Namibian-born rugby player in the lock position, has been selected for the South African Under-20 Springbok squad for the SANZAAR U/20 Rugby Championship starting 27 April 2026. Orange, who plays for the University of Johannesburg, has earned congratulations from his former schools in Windhoek for his rapid progression in the sport.

20 April 2026 · Informanté

Monday 20 April

  1. Namibian-born Jaythen Orange selected for Springbok U/20 squad

    Jaythen Orange, a Namibian-born rugby player in the lock position, has been selected for the South African Under-20 Springbok squad for the SANZAAR U/20 Rugby Championship starting 27 April 2026. Orange, who plays for the University of Johannesburg, has earned congratulations from his former schools in Windhoek for his rapid progression in the sport.

    20 April 2026 · Informanté

Friday 17 April

  1. Political leaders unite at memorial for late MP James Uerikua

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and leaders from across Namibia's political spectrum paid tribute to former Otjozondjupa governor and Swapo MP James Uerikua at a Wednesday memorial service, celebrating his legacy as a bridge-builder who commanded respect across party lines. Uerikua, who died in a car accident on 3 April along with his 14-year-old son Venturo, was praised for his dedication to inclusive development and democratic dialogue.

    17 April 2026 · New Era

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Former governor James Uerikua to be buried Sunday

    Former Otjozondjupa governor and parliamentarian James Unomasa Uerikua and his son Venturo, who died in an Easter weekend road accident, will be buried on Sunday at Otjiserandu in the Gam district. Memorial services are being held in Windhoek and along the funeral route to allow communities to pay respects.

    15 April 2026 · New Era

Monday 13 April

  1. Governor James Uerikua remembered at memorial service

    Hundreds gathered in Otjozondjupa to pay respects to former governor and National Assembly member James Unomasa Uerikua, who died in a car accident over Easter weekend along with his 14-year-old son, Venturo. Former First Lady Monica Geingos and fellow leaders praised his legacy as a visionary who championed agriculture, infrastructure, and youth empowerment.

    13 April 2026 · New Era

Wednesday 8 April

  1. Young rugby player calls for expanded youth development focus

    Unam player McHenry Kambatuku says Namibian rugby development is skewed toward the senior national team, leaving gaps at youth levels that need urgent attention through school programmes, better coaching, and consistent competition opportunities. He argues that early exposure to rugby, strong coaching, and local business support are essential to build the sport from grassroots level up.

    8 April 2026 · New Era

  2. Windhoek High School mourns Grade 8 pupil killed in road accident

    Windhoek High School has paid tribute to Grade 8 pupil Venturo Uerikua, who died in a road accident in the Otjozondjupa region on Friday that also claimed the life of his father, National Assembly member and former Otjozondjupa governor James Uerikua. The school said Venturo was a valued member of its community and extended condolences to his family, loved ones and friends.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 30 March

  1. Khomas debate competition crowns four regional champions

    The Namport Khomas Regional Debate Competition brought together 60 pupils from four circuits in Windhoek over the weekend. Albertina Nangombe from Eldorado Secondary School won female best speaker and overall best speaker, while Ravinias Silas from Windhoek High School took male best speaker honours.

    30 March 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 27 March

  1. Windhoek High School netball teams compete at South African festival

    Windhoek High School's netball programme is competing in the annual Waterkloof Netball Festival in Pretoria, South Africa, with four age-group teams travelling to play 11 games over four days against top South African schools. Coach Sune Verdoes emphasises that the team's culture is built on defensive discipline, accountability, and mental resilience, with preparation including fitness work, skills development, and psychological sessions.

    27 March 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 20 March

  1. Coach Handura revives hockey at Ella du Plessis High School

    Hockey coach Erwin Handura has revived hockey at Ella du Plessis High School after a 20-year absence, with junior players brought from regions through the Standard Bank Development Programme already winning gold and silver medals at a recent tournament.

    20 March 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 6 March

  1. Namibia Street Classic athletics event launches in Windhoek

    The Namibia Street Classic, a World Athletics Category C ranked event costing about N$5 million, will take place on 27–28 March in Windhoek, featuring international athletes and Namibian stars including Christine Mboma. Organiser Henk Botha said the event will be Africa's first street athletics event and the largest sporting event hosted in Namibia, with live broadcasts on SuperSport and World Athletics platforms.

    6 March 2026 · The Namibian

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