Young African — Gobabis-based Namibia Premier Football League club fighting relegation, with coach and owner Marley Ngarizemo.
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The Namibian
Young African FC had incident with Okahandja United that will be dealt with based on referee's report
“He said the incident between Young African FC and Okahandja United will be dealt with based on the referee's report, which will determine the correct measures to be taken.”
NFA tackles stadium security fearsMighty Gunners won the Standard Bank Top 8 Cup after defeating Unam 2-1 on Saturday, breaking their cup drought following previous final losses. The victory earned them N$600,000 in prize money.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mighty Gunners won the Standard Bank Top 8 Cup after defeating Unam 2-1 on Saturday, breaking their cup drought following previous final losses. The victory earned them N$600,000 in prize money.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian duo Aubrey Amseb and Ivan Kamberipa have won the FNB Botswana Premier League for the first time since moving to Botswana, clinching back-to-back titles with Gaborone United after Jwaneng Galaxy drew 0-0 against Sua Flamingos on 25 April. Amseb joined Gaborone United mid-season from Young African and recorded six goal contributions in his first ten matches.
28 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The NPFL returns this weekend with several key matches, including a closely contested title race between log leaders African Stars SC (50 points) and Eeshoke Chula Chula (49 points). Multiple fixtures across the country will see clubs competing to secure positions in the top eight before the season concludes.
9 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Otjimati FC head coach Cecil Ngaipue Murangi said his team's early elimination from the Omaheke Top 20 tournament was a learning experience, attributing the setback partly to fielding only 12 players due to other commitments. Despite the loss, Murangi praised young players who performed against Premier League-calibre opponents and expressed confidence in the team's future prospects.
7 April 2026 · New Era →
Gobabis-based Young African sit 11th in the Namibia Premier Football League with 27 points and five matches remaining. Head coach and owner Marley Ngarizemo attributed the team's struggles to poor player discipline off the pitch but remains cautiously optimistic about surviving relegation through their remaining fixtures.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's sport calendar is filled with Namibia Premier Football League matches nearing conclusion with crucial title and relegation battles, 50-over cricket semifinals and final, and matches in indoor hockey and volleyball across multiple venues throughout the country.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Key matches in Rundu and Walvis Bay this weekend will be decisive for teams fighting relegation, including Rundu Chiefs, Young African, Tigers, and Life Fighters. The title race remains tight at the top, with just four points separating the leading three teams.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Okahandja United FC's chairperson says the club is unhappy with the Namibia Football Association's decision to replay an abandoned match against Young African FC scheduled for 28 March 2026, arguing that misconduct rather than unsuitable conditions caused the abandonment and that the replay should not proceed while their disciplinary complaint is pending. The match was abandoned in the 53rd minute after an incident involving Young African's head coach, with Okahandja United having been leading 1–0.
12 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Premier Football League's rounds 23 and 24 saw Tigers FC and Young African FC struggle in their battle against relegation, with Tigers drawing 0-0 against Okahandja and losing 0-1 to Buck Buccaneers, while Young African suffered a 5-1 defeat that coach Maleagi Ngarizemo called the worst in the club's 13-year history. Eeshoke Chula Chula moved to the top of the log with 47 points, ahead of African Stars on 46 points, as Tigers remain in the relegation zone with 20 points from six matches remaining in the season.
10 March 2026 · New Era →
Katjijari Choice Mbangura, a 21-year-old Namibian attacking player from a football family, scored on his Premier League debut for Young African FC against African Stars FC. The Katutura-born player, who has also played for SKW and Prolific Sports Club, aims to compete at the highest level after recent trials with Cape Town Spurs in South Africa.
9 March 2026 · New Era →
African Stars Football Club extended their lead in the Namibia Premier Football League standings to 45 points after a 6-2 victory over Tigers FC on Sunday at Unam stadium. Young African FC's coach Maleagi Ngarizemo said his team was satisfied with collecting four points from weekend matches against the reigning champions and Khomas Nampol FC.
3 March 2026 · New Era →
Khomas NamPol FC head coach Fortune Eichab has been suspended following his team's 1-0 defeat to Tigers FC, with the club alleging he deliberately gave away points—a charge Eichab disputes. The suspension is pending an investigation with no specified timeframe.
2 March 2026 · New Era →
Young African, buoyed by recent wins including a 2–1 victory over UNAM FC, faces champions African Stars FC and Khomas Nampol FC in Gobabis this weekend. Coach Maleagi Ngarizemo said the team has "awakened" from poor form and aims to collect maximum points at home.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
Gobabis Sports Club, competing in the Omaheke Second Division League for the first time, won their opening two matches 1-0 against Golden Boys FC and 3-2 against Kom Haal Hulle FC to lead the standings. Head coach Zebaldt Ngaruka Karee Hengari attributed the strong start to meticulous planning and player commitment, though he emphasized the club's primary objective is survival and avoiding relegation.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
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 →
African Stars chairman Salomo Hei says the club must be consulted and compensated for broadcasting its matches, arguing that clubs deserve fair value as the Namibia Premier Football League moves toward professionalism. The dispute follows an NFA announcement of a partnership with NBC and OneAfrica Television to broadcast league fixtures, with Stars subsequently demanding N$100,000 per game plus damages if their home matches are aired without payment.
16 February 2026 · New Era →
Young African's Marley Ngarizemo says his side is ready for tough matches against KK Palace and Eeshoke Chula Chula despite a difficult campaign start, while African Stars' interim coach Agnus Elemu warns that away matches in Rundu will be challenging as teams fight for survival.
13 February 2026 · New Era →
Log-leading African Stars depart for Rundu this weekend without head coach Bob Mafoso, who accepted a two-year contract with the Lesotho Football Association without informing the Namibian club. Assistant coach Agnus Elemu and the technical team will take temporary charge, with Stars unlikely to appoint a new head coach before season's end given only seven weeks remain.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Defender Apollo Hangero ended his 12-year stint with Khomas Nampol FC, citing work and family commitments after his deployment to the Omaheke region. The 32-year-old police officer, who helped the team rise from the second division to the NPFL and won three Police Championships, will continue playing for Omaheke Nampol in lower divisions.
10 February 2026 · New Era →
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 →
African Stars chairperson Salomon Hei has confirmed that coach Bob Mafoso remains under contract with the club despite rumours of his potential move to become Lesotho's national team coach. Hei said Mafoso attended an interview for the Lesotho position but the club has received no formal confirmation of his departure.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Young African FC will play all remaining Premier League fixtures in Windhoek after Legare Stadium in Gobabis proved unready to host matches, forcing the team to honour all 12 first-round games away from home. The club's chairperson expressed regret over the situation while encouraging supporters to continue backing the team.
16 January 2026 · New Era →
Melba Tjozongoro, who served as Gobabis mayor on the PDM ticket for three terms, has retired from politics following last year's regional elections. In an interview, she reflected on achievements including completion of the Freedom Square project, allocation of 1,100 erfs to community members, Build Together housing, water pipe upgrades, and road bitumination, while acknowledging challenges such as ageing refuse removal fleets and infrastructure maintenance.
13 January 2026 · New Era →