The second phase of the CAF B Diploma Coaching Course is currently underway at Football House in Windhoek, with coaches continuing their journey towards earning one of CAFโs important coaching qualifications. The course is being led by South African coach educator Steve Coetzee, who is taking the coaches through another phase of learning, practical sessions and discussions around the modern game. Forย Swallows FC coach Hermanus “Lawal” Naobeb, being part of the course is more than just getting another qualification. It is an opportunity to learn, improve and hopefully take his coaching career to another level. โWe usually donโt have such courses…
Author: Tuzera_Otjiua M Jeomba
Jacqueline Shipanga: Bringing Namibian Expertise to the Continental Stage Namibia Football Association Technical Director Jacqueline Shipanga continues to strengthen Namibiaโs footprint in womenโs football leadership, bringing her technical expertise to the continental stage at the TotalEnergies CAF Womenโs Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) held in Morocco from 26 July – 16 August. As a member of the Technical Study Group (TSG), Shipanga played an important role in analysing the tournament from a technical perspective, contributing insights that help shape the understanding and future development of womenโs football in Africa Shipanga welcomed the continued support from COSAFA and CAF towards the…
Helvi Eliakim: Making Her Mark in Football Administration Namibia Football Association Competitions Officer Helvi Eliakim continues to make her mark in football administration, representing Namibia on the continental stage at the TotalEnergies CAF Womenโs Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Serving as a General Coordinator, Eliakim played a key role in supporting the smooth and professional delivery of the tournament, demonstrating the importance of strong administration and leadership behind the scenes of African womenโs football. Eliakim has served as a General Coordinator (GC) at several major CAF events. Most recently, she was the GC for the first leg of the 2026…
African Stars Head Coach Ronnie Kanalelo remains positive about his teamโs chances ahead of their upcoming CAF Champions League fixtures, despite a challenging preparation period and significant changes to the squad during the transfer window. African Stars were drawn against AS Manga Sport FC in the 1st Preliminnary round of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League and are schedueled to start their Champions League campaign with an away fixture in Gabon. Speaking ahead of the crucial continental campaign, Kanalelo said he remains confident in the work being done within the team and believes the players can rise to the occasion. โIโm…
The University of Namibiaโs football team affectionally known as the โClever Boysโ have been pitted against Angolan side, Kabuscorp SCP in the TotalEnergies CAF Confederations Cup. The Clever Boys will be hoping to make a name for themselves when they make their maiden appearance in the second-tier competition of African club football. UNAM cemented their spot in the continental showpiece after defeating KK Palace FC in the final of the NFA Cup. The team will play their fixtures on 5 September and 12 September with venues yet to be confirmed. Speaking on the draw and his side competing in the…
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) Youth Development Department has announced a provisional squad of 43 players for the 2026 U20 COSAFA Championship.The draw was conducted in South Africa on Wednesday, setting the stage for the Southern African regional youth football showpiece, which will be hosted by Mauritius from 18 to 29 September 2026. Namibia has been drawn in Group A alongside hosts Mauritius, Seychelles and Mozambique. Speaking ahead of the training camp, NFA Youth Development Officer Hennie Kavendjii said the camp will focus on enhancing the playersโ technical understanding while assessing their performances and adaptability. โWe selected players who performed…
Namibiaโs Young Warriors have been handed a fresh opportunity to chase continental glory after being drawn into the 2026 COSAFA Menโs Under-20 Championship, with the tournament also serving as a crucial pathway to the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Ghana next year. Namibia will battle it out in the group stages against host Mauritius, Seychelles and Mozambique The draw was conducted in South Africa earlier today, setting the stage for the Southern African regional youth football showpiece, which will be hosted by Mauritius from 18 to 29 September 2026. The stakes will be particularly high, with the…
The Namibia Football Association officially opened its FUTSAL Administration and Management Workshop on Friday at Football House in Windhoek, bringing together 28 participants, including four women, to strengthen the countryโs FUTSAL structures.FUTSAL Namibia was founded in 2020 and has grown significantly with both senior men’s and women’s national teams having participated at the Total Energies FUTSAL AFCON Competitions over the past three years. The four day workshop aims to equip FUTSAL administrators with the knowledge and practical skills required to effectively administer, manage and develop FUTSAL at club, regional and national level, while strengthening governance, competition management, strategic planning and…
There is a nickname that follows Antsino Twanyanyukwa wherever she referees; “Di Maria.” She earned it during her playing days for her pace and style of play. Today, however, it is not her footwork that captures attention but her calm authority, composure, and consistency on the pitch that have established her as one of Africa’s most respected female match officials. The Namibian referee returns for her third Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where she will officiate Cameroon’s Group D opener against Mali on 29 July at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca. It is a fixture Cameroon will approach with…
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) continues to strengthen its commitment to creating safe, secure, and professionally managed football environments through ongoing capacity-building initiatives. NFA Safety and Security Officerย Jessica Nguaondu is currently attending the CAF/COSAFA Safety and Security Workshop, a regional programme designed to enhance the knowledge and expertise of safety and security personnel from Member Associations across Southern Africa. The workshop is aimed at providing participants with practical tools and best practices to improve match-day operations, stadium safety, risk management, emergency preparedness, and the overall spectator experience. Key areas covered during the workshop included: Stadium safety and security planning in…