The Namibia Horse Racing Association is holding the Horse Racing Independence Cup at the Gobabis racetrack as part of Namibia's 36th Independence anniversary celebrations, with more than 50 horses registered to compete across 17 race plates and a prize purse of N$120,000.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Horse Racing Association is holding the Horse Racing Independence Cup at the Gobabis racetrack as part of Namibia's 36th Independence anniversary celebrations, with more than 50 horses registered to compete across 17 race plates and a prize purse of N$120,000.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
A new multipurpose sports field in Otjinene constituency will accommodate football, tennis, volleyball, basketball, and netball, providing opportunities for youth development and hosting local tournaments. Local officials say the facility, part of the government's decentralisation policy to build sports infrastructure nationwide, will reduce pressure on existing stadiums and contribute to economic growth in the area.
19 March 2026 · New Era →
Athletic clubs from Omaheke's seven constituencies are converging in Gobabis for the Regional Athletic Championship, with zones reporting hundreds of qualified athletes and strong prospects for national selection. The event runs Friday and Saturday at Legare Sports Stadium, with logistics in place and sponsorship support announced.
13 March 2026 · New Era →
Black Africa, a prominent Namibian football club, is undergoing a turnaround following internal disputes and relegation from the top league. An interim caretaker committee is overseeing governance restructuring and member registration to establish regional structures that will elect a substantive leadership team at a Special General Meeting.
12 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 →
Omaheke region held its inaugural Career Fair at Gobabis showgrounds, attracting about 1,500 learners from seven constituencies to explore education and career pathways. Education director Constance Wantenaar described the event as successful and a bridge between aspiration and opportunity, supported by universities, training institutions, banks, and government partners.
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 →
The Aminuis Zonal Athletics Competition held at Motsomi Primary School's sports field saw six schools compete, with organiser Edwin Kamaundju describing the event as a resounding success. A total of 133 athletes qualified for the Omaheke Regional Athletics Championships in Gobabis scheduled for March 13–14, with Rietquelle High School winning overall with 725 points.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
The 32-year-old footballer left the premier league club due to work and family issues, and will now play for Omaheke Nampol in the second division.
9 February 2026 · New Era →
Epukiro Secondary School achieved fourth position nationally in the 2025 NSSCAS exams and first in Omaheke region, with all 63 examination candidates meeting university admission standards. The school's three top performers—Hitjitevi Handura (38 points), Ngundambiriko Mujende (36 points), and Mbitjitandjambi Mbatara (34 points)—have all enrolled at the University of Namibia to pursue Chartered Accountancy degrees, crediting their success to family support, dedicated teachers, and personal determination.
2 February 2026 · New Era →