“Big Guns” Allegedly Involved in Walvis Bay Weighbridge-saga
The Managing Director of SASCO, Grant Cloete, along with Richard Milinga, the Divisional Manager of the Roads Authority's Transport Inspectorate were each granted bail of N$30 000 on Wednesday in the Windhoek Magistrate's Court, subsequent their arrests on alleged corruption charges.
The Anti-Corruption Commission arrested Cloete on Tuesday, and Milinga on Wednesday, following the seizure of assets estimated to be worth over N$2 million at Walvis Bay last Friday, as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of corrupt practices. According to Josefina Nghituwamata, the corruption watchdog's Chief Public Relations Officer, it is alleged that an invoice to the amount of N$2 372
704.15 for the supply of a weighbridge to the Roads Authority was corruptly certified, indicating that the goods or services were received or delivered, while it was not the case. “Following the acquisition of the new weighbridge, the old weighbridge was refurbished by the same supplier for an amount of N$264 960.00 and reinstalled at Walvis Bay Weighbridge during September 2021,” the ACC
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Man Faces Court After Fatal Crash Near Karibib Claims Five Lives
A man accused of causing a deadly collision that resulted in five fatalities appeared in the Karibib Magistrate's Court on Monday morning this week.
Ronnie |Gaseb (37) stands accused of five counts of culpable homicide. He also faces charges of driving under the influence and operating a vehicle without a valid driver's licence. The tragic incident occurred last Thursday on the B2 road, approximately 50 kilometres from Kari-
bib en route to Okahandja. |Gaseb was allegedly behind the wheel of a Volkswagen Jetta when it collided with a red Nissan Sunny The impact caused the Nissan to burst into flames, killing all three occupants namely Eddie van der Merwe, Linda van der Merwe, and Fritz Brand, who were burned beyond recognition.
The Jetta carried five people, including two small children. One of the passengers, Naftalie Ricky Brukeni (38), died on the scene. Asixmonth-old baby later succumbed to injuries at the Karibib Clinic.
Three survivors, among them a four-year-old child, were transported to Usakos State Hospi-
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Vandalism Strikes Lagoon Benches
Municipality Calls for Public Vigilance
The Walvis Bay Lagoon has become the target of apparent vandalism, leaving residents frustrated and the municipality concerned.
Following the recent removal of a damaged bench for repairs by the municipality, it has now come to light that a second bench has also
been broken, this time seemingly due to deliberate destruction. Now with the discovery of the second bench being intentionally bro-
ken, concerns have grown over the possibility of targeted vandalism. Anita Kaihiva, P u b l i c R e l a t i o n s
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Langer Heinrich Uranium Supports Health Services with Ambulance Donation
Swakopmund CEO Launches New Book
Richard Milinga -Photos (ACC)
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First in Africa
Namibia Launches Hydrogen and Fertilizer Production Facility
Namibia has launched Africa's first fully integrated green hydrogen and fertilizer production facility, positioning itself at the forefront of the global clean energy transition.
The Daures Green Hydrogen Village, recently unveiled to media professionals, is a groundbreaking initiative that combines renewable energy, agriculture, and economic development to create a sustainable, self-sufficient industrial ecosystem.
The Daures Green Hydrogen Project aims to revolutionise fertilizer production in Namibia by establishing the country's first end-to-end green synthetic fertilizer system, powered entirely by renewable energy As a flagship project for industrial decarbonisation and sustainable agriculture in Africa, it connects energy production with food security and economic opportunity
Speaking at the launch site, project spokesperson Jerome Namaseb explained that the initiative seeks to create a “full-circle economy” by producing green hydrogen and converting it into ammonia, a key fertilizer ingredient, entirely on-site.
“Ammonia is not only a key energy carrier for transporting hydrogen internationally, but it's also critical to global agriculture,” Namaseb said. “Eighty percent of ammonia produced today is used in fertilizers. Our project aims to connect these two sectors.” In its pilot phase, the project will produce 18 tons of green hydrogen, 100
tons of green ammonia, and over 500 tons of agricultural produce, including tomatoes and other vegetables. Notably, vegetables grown in the project's on-site greenhouses have already reached local shopping outlets in the Erongo Region, demonstrating early success in connecting clean energy with local food supply chains. This marks a meaningful step toward reducing Namibia's reliance on imported produce and strengthening regional food security Full-scale operations, expected by the end of 2025, will support, up to 5 gigawatts of hybrid renewable energy, 180 000 tons of hydrogen annually, 1 million tons of green ammonia annually Namaseb noted that the project has already secured funding and endorsement from the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and is part of the broader Namibia-Germany green hydrogen partnership. It is positioned to play a vital role in Namibia's journey toward food security, clean energy leadership, and sustainable industrialisation. Namibia currently imports more than 50% of its agricultural produce. By producing fertilizer locally and increasing crop yields, the project aims to reduce this dependency, create jobs, and offer training opportunities for students in clean
Otweya (Twaloloka) Fire Victims “Sick and Tired”
Representatives of residents from the Otweya (formerly known as Twaloloka) suburb at Walvis Bay this week expressed their dissatisfaction regarding the fact that houses which were handed over to them during 2021, following the devastating Twaloloka fire during 2020, are yet to be registered to their names.
The spokesperson of the three-men delegation, Mr Nehale Iyampingana Jr Abel told the Namib Times they have been requesting and practically begging from the relevant authorities to provide them with title deeds for some time now, but to no avail. Nehale further stressed that numerous attempts to engage with the Erongo Governor, Neville Andre Itope, on the issue proofed futile. He is also claiming that he was notified by the Governor's Office that all further communications regarding the ongoing issue will now be handled through legal representatives. This communication was sent on 15 April 2025 However, Nehale fumed that the message is referring to a pending eviction matter and not what he and his group are trying to resolve, namely the deed of sale issue. Apparently, 21 households in Otweya were served with eviction letters recently “The 21 households who received eviction letters obtained a lawyer or lawyers on their own initiative on that matter, we were not part of that, but now the Governor's Office is telling us we've engaged with lawyers, which is not the case,” a distraught Nehale remarked. “We are sick and tired of being sidelined and sent back and forth.All we want is our title deeds so we can be the rightful owners of our houses,” he stressed. A letter from the Municipality of Walvis Bay, dated 27 January 2024, addressed to Nehale
energy and sustainable farming. “This is not just about producing hydrogen,” Namaseb added. “It's about building a new, inclusive industrial base for Namibia, one that is green, circular, and future-ready.” The site was selected for its exceptional solar and wind energy potential, with on-site meteorological stations already collecting data to optimise renewable energy generation. The facility includes supporting infrastructure such as wastewater treatment, staff housing, laboratories, and training centers, demonstrating a comprehensive, sustainable approach. Community engagement has been a priority, with construction jobs largely filled by local workers and scholarships offered to Namibian students pursuing studies in clean technologies. Around 77% of the project's workforce comprises Nami-bian youth. The Daures Green Hydrogen Village includes housing for staff, visitor accommodations, research and training facilities, an ecolodge, and a camping area. It features greenhouses for agricultural trials, a reverse os-mosis water purification system, and full site electrification. Future developments may explore ammonia nitrate production for agricultural use. According to research, Namibia's reliance on imported fertilizers carries high economic and environmental costs. Fertilizer usage rates in Sub-Saharan Africa are significantly below global averages, contributing to low agricultural productivity.This project addresses those challenges by producing green ammonium sulphate fertilizer from locally generated green hydrogen and
states that the erven in question belong to the Namibian Housing Enterprise (NHE) and as such any agreements or contracts pertaining to these properties must be finalized by NHE. However, according to Nehale, after approaching NHE, they were notified that “everything is at the Governor's Office” and they should thus request the Governor's Office for clarity Speaking to Namib Times in front of the Governor's office on Tuesday, Nehale noted, “That's why we wrote letters to the Governor to set up a meeting with him, as we want answers regarding our deeds of sale, but he is apparently always in meetings and that's why we came to his office today without an appointment, again in vain.” In response to questions in this regard sent to the Erongo Governor's private assistant, Ms Annette Kapapu, Namib Times was informed that the matter is currently being handled by the Office of the Governor's legal team. Following the devastating 2020 Twaloloka fire in Walvis Bay, the late President Hage Geingob handed over 121 houses to fire victims. The government initiative aimed to provide homes to the displaced families affected by the fire, which tragically claimed the life of a young boy and left many others homeless during the COVID-19 outbreak. The houses were handed over in 2021.
ammonia, powered by abundant solar energy The process not only reduces emissions compared to conventional fertilizer production but also aligns with global climate goals.
By replacing fossil-fuel-based methods with green hydrogen-powered synthesis, the project significantly lowers greenhouse gas emissions, boosts energy efficiency, and promotes circular economy practices. Though the technology is still emerging, this initiative positions Namibia at the forefront of clean energy's potential to transform agriculture. The main goals of the Daures Green Hydrogen Village include, establishing the first local production of green fertilizer in Namibia, demonstrating the feasibility of renewable-energybased fertilizer production, producing green hydrogen and green ammonia, enabling carbon-free agriculture, reducing emissions across the agricultural supply chain, improving local farmers' productivity through affordable fertilizer and creating jobs and building capacity in clean technology The project reduces emissions from fertilizer production, supports sustainable farming, and improves soil-health, builds local ownership, engages youth, and strengthens food security through training and employment, creates jobs, reduces reliance on imports, lowers farming costs, and fosters resilience in the agricultural sector, with potential for scaled industrial output and international exports. The Daures Green Hydrogen Village is developed and operated by Enersense Energy Namibia.
Fltr: Nehale lyampingana Jr Abel, Hisikia Teofelus, and Daniel Hitukwa
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Beach Maintenance Works Underway as Swakopmund Council
Addresses Copper Theft Crisis
During a recent council meeting held at the Swakopmund Municipality chambers, Deputy Mayor S. Kautondokwa announced the commencement of crucial beach maintenance and repair works along key parts of the town's coastline, with a firm call to action against the increasing theft of copper infrastructure.
Speaking to fellow councillors and the public, the Deputy Mayor confirmed that coastal protection efforts are currently being carried out in the Central Business District (CBD), particularly north of the Jetty and along Molenweg Street, just south of Erf 3562. The ongoing works involve the augmentation of the existing breakw a t e r t o g u a r d against coastal erosion caused by high seas and persistent wave action. A similar initiative is being undertaken at Mile 4, specifically in the general beach area near the public parking zone. There, workers are installing rock belts as a measure to combat the worsening erosion
that has impacted this area over time.
“These maintenance interventions are vital to protecting Swakopmund's coastline from the increasing threats posed by high sea conditions,” said Kautondokwa. “We kindly urge residents and visitors to exercise caution while in these areas ” The works officially commenced on 22 April and are scheduled to continue until 30 May
During this period, the public can expect to see construction personnel and machinery on site, along with temporary restrictions to beach access in the affected zones. In addition to infrastructure updates, Kautondokwa raised a serious concern regarding the growing problem of copper theft, particularly in developing areas such as the
Champion of Public Health Deville Dreyer Retires
After a remarkable 35-year career dedicated to safeguarding public health in Walvis Bay, Mr Deville Dreyer has retired from his role as Chief: Health Services, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, integrity, and unwavering commitment to community well-being.
Democratic Resettle m e n t C o m m u n i t y (DRC) The Deputy Mayor stressed that this criminal activity has already disrupted electricity supply and delayed critical service delivery projects
“Copper theft is not just a crime, it directly undermines our progress as a community,” she stated. “We call on all residents to remain alert and to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement or the municipality ” The Deputy Mayor concluded her remarks by thanking the public for their continued support and cooperation She emphasized the importance of working together to preserve Swakopmund's infrastructure and to ensure that development is not hindered by preventable criminal acts.
Mr Dreyer began his journey with the Municipality of Walvis Bay in April 1990 as a Senior Health Inspector His dedication and skill quickly became evident, leading to his promotion to Environmental Health Inspector in 1999. In 2020, he ascended to the position of Chief: Health Services, a role in which he led his team with vision, compassion, and professionalism until his early retirement on 1 May Deville's career unfolded during a pivotal period in Walvis Bay's history He began working for the Kuisebmond Municipality, one of three separate municipal administrations in the area, alongside Narraville and Town. After Namibia's independence, these administrations were unified into a single municipality, a complex transition that Deville navigated with resilience and expertise.
Reflecting on his decades of service during a heartfelt farewell gathering, Deville shared memories of his journey, from the challenges of unifying municipal health services to the milestones that marked his career His colleagues spoke of him with deep respect, praising his dedication, leadership, and willingness to go above and beyond for the welfare of the community Under Deville's leadership, the Health Services Department of Walvis Bay became known for its proactive approach to community health, prioritising public safety, hygiene, and
disease prevention. He championed initiatives that improved living conditions and promoted healthier lifestyles, earning the trust and admiration of both colleagues and residents.
“Deville wasn't just a leader, he was a mentor and a friend,” one colleague remarked. “His commitment to ex-cellence inspired all of us.” Although official records mark his 35 years of service, Deville's impact is measured by the lives he touched, the colleagues he mentored, and the standards he set in public health. His retirement is a moment of celebration for a distinguished career but also a moment of gratitude for a lifetime of service.
The Municipality of Walvis Bay extends its heartfelt thanks to Deville Dreyer for his outstanding contributions and wishes him joy, health, and fulfilment in his well-earned retirement.
Walvis Bay and Swakopmund Grab
Top Honours
The towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund grabbed top honours at the recent ALAN Sports, Recreation, Arts & Culture (LASRAC) Awards 2025, hosted in Swakopmund.
The Municipality of Swakopmund received the Community Sports, Recreation and Culture (SRAC) Development Award for its continuous efforts in promoting inclusive community sports and cultural development whilst the Municipality Walvis Bay walked away with the Outstanding Municipality Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture Community ImpactAward for their programs.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Swakopmund Muni-cipality Alfeus Benjamin was honoured with the Excellence Award for Outstanding Public Servant Chief Executive Officer of the Year, a recognition of his visionary leadership and unwavering commit-ment to service delivery
Walvis Bay mayor, Trevino Forbes was named Outstanding Public Servant Mayor for 2024. The awards committee praised his work with the Mayoral Relief Fund, which gave back over N$2.3 million to residents needing help. Forbes said these awards show their commitment to serving people and making sure everyone bene-fits from the city's progress. The sport and recrea-tion officer at the Swakopmund Municipality Engelhardt Bonnie Oaseb receiving the Excel-lence Award for Community and Economic Development, acknowledging his tireless dedication in driving local sports initiatives and community engagement.
Walvis Bay Mayor, Trevino Forbes with Daniel Mouton Sport Head at the Municipality Walvis Bay with the awards scooped at the LASRAC Awards
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NOTICES & VACANCIES
NOTICE OF THE CONSENT APPLICATION IN TERMS OF THE WALVIS BAY TOWN PLANNING SCHEME
CONSENT: Self Catering Unit (Accom-
m o d a t i o n ) O N E R F N O : 2 3 9
TO W N S H I P / A R E A : Walvis Bay
STREET NAME & NO: 33 c/o Sam NujomaAvenue and 5th Road.
In terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme, notice is hereby given that I/we, the undersigned, have applied to the Municipality of Walvis Bay for permission to erect/establish on the site a/an: Self Catering Unit.
Plans may be inspected or particulars of this application may be obtained at Town Planning, First Floor, Rooms 101 & 105, Civic Centre.
Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager: Roads and Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay and the applicant, in writing, not later than 23 May 2025.
N A M E A N D A D D R E S S O F APPLICANT:
Selma Haipito, PO Box 3297, Walvis Bay email: cchangillcc@gmail.com
LIQUOR ACT, 1998
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO A COMMITTEE IN TERMS OF THE LIQUOR ACT, 1998
(Regulations 14, 26 & 33)
Notice is given that an application in terms of the Liquor Act, 1998,
particulars of which appear below, will be made to the Regional L i q u o r L i c e n c i n g Committee, Region Erongo.
1 Name and postal address of applicant: Anna Maria Scheepers, P O Box 920, Swakopmund.
2. Name of business or proposed business to w h i c h a p p l i c a t i o n relates: Anseve Trading Enterprise Bottle Store.
3. Address/location of
NOTICE OF THE CONSENT APPLICATION IN TERMS OF THE WALVIS BAY TOWN PLANNING SCHEME
CONSENT: Self Catering Accommodation/ Airbnb ON ERF NO: 101 TOWNSHIP/AREA: Dolphin Beach (Walvis Bay) STREET NAME & NO: Cnr Damara Tern & Kelp Gull Street Unit 14.
In terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme, notice is hereby given that I/we, the undersigned, have applied to the Municipality of Walvis Bay for permission to erect/establish on the site a/an: Self CateringAccommodation/Airbnb.
Plans may be inspected or particulars of this application may be obtained at Town Planning, First Floor, Rooms 101 & 105, Civic Centre.
Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager: Roads and Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay and the applicant, in writing, not later than 30 May 2025.
premises to which application relates: House no.34, 6th Street East, corner 16th Road, Town Centre, Walvis Bay, Erongo Region, Namibia.
4. Nature and details of application: Bottle Store Liquor License.
5. Clerk of the Court with whom application will be lodged: Clerk of t h e M a g i s t r a t e ’s Court, district Walvis Bay.
6 Date on which application will be lod-
ged: 9 May 2025.
7. Date of meeting of Committee at which application will be heard: 11 June 2025.
Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 of the Act in relation to the application must be sent or delivered to the Secretary of the Committee to reach the Secretary not less than 21 days before the date of the meeting of the Committee at which the application will be heard.
VACANCY @
Our dynamic tourism team would like you to join them:
- If you are fluent in English, German, Italian and French.
- If you have extensive and global experience in the film industry, photography and cinematography
- If you have well established connections with industry influencers.
- If you have extensive experience with the functioning of specialised equipment used in the film industry, photography and cinematography
- If you are willing and able to train and foster local and international talent in the industry to establish the skills in Namibia.
- If you are able and willing to manage the newly establishedAbenteuerAfrika film academy The position is in Swakopmund, and will require two or more understudies training in the field at any given time.
sjans@abenteuerafrika.com
Please send your CV to with a short cover note explaining why you feel you are uniquely suited to this position.
LIQUOR ACT, 1998
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO A COMMITTEE IN TERMS OF THE LIQUOR ACT, 1998
Notice is hereby given that an application in terms of the Liquor Act, 1998, particulars of which appear below, will be made to the Magistrate of the District of
1 Name and postal address of applicant: Jacobus Christoffel Potgieter, P O Box 3930, Walvis Bay
2 Name of licensed business to which application relates: Bush Cafe Family Restaurant & Coffee Shop.
3 Address/location of licensed premises to which application relates: 111 Theo Ben Gurirab Street, Walvis Bay, Namibia.
4. Nature and details of application: Change of n a m e o f L i c e n s e e F R O M : E r n s t P Blaauw TO: J C Potgieter
5. Where application will be lodged: Walvis Bay M a g i s t r a t e O f f i c e , Clerk of Court
6. Date on which application will be lodged: 9 May 2025.
Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 in relation to the application must be sent or delivered to the Magistrate of the District, to reach the Magistrate not later than 7 days after the date on which the application is lodged.
Rössing Uranium Supports Rhino Conservation with Donation to Save the Rhino Trust
Last week in Swakopmund, Rössing Uranium showed its ongoing commitment to environmental causes with a donation of N$276,600 to Save the Rhino Trust (SRT).
At the handover event, Rössing's corporate communication manager, Daylight Ekandjo, spoke about the company's connection to conservation. “As a mining company, we support environmental conservation and always want to be part of the journey of maintaining healthy ecosystems and environmental sustainability,” she said.
She added that rhino conservation aligns closely with Rössing's values. “When you look at the bigger picture of saving our rhinos, we fit well in this drive because we want to protect our environment and animals. We want our kids also to live to see our rhinos.”
Ekandjo also acknowledged the financial challenges SRT faces and expressed hope that the donation would help fill some of the current funding gaps. “As a company, we want to see your activities continue beyond the 40 years that you have been involved in community-led rhino monitoring and protection.”
Simson Uri-Khob, CEO of Save the Rhino Trust, welcomed the support and noted that Rössing Uranium has backed the Trust's work before. “This is not the first time Rössing Uranium is funding a Save the Rhino Trust environmental project, and for that continued support, we are grateful that your company continues to give back to the community,” he said.
He added that the donation couldn't have come at a better time. “This funding came at the right time as we are experiencing some financial gaps,” Uri-Khob explained. “We value this support, and surely, these funds will fill some of those gaps.”
NOTICE
CONSENT USES, ERECTION OF BUILDING AND USE OF LAND IN TERMS OF TOWN PLANNING SCHEME REGULATIONS
Notice is here given in terms of Clause 6 of the Swakopmund Zoning Scheme Regulations that the Town Council considers the following consent uses, erection of buildings and use of land, details of which are obtainable from the General Manager: Engineering and Planning Services.
Sandblasting & Coatings Namibia herewith intends to apply to the Municipality of Swakopmund for special consent to operate an Administration Office on the premises of Erf 2390, No. 10 Saphir Street, Swakopmund Extension 8
Any person having any objections against such application should lodge such objection/s in writing and within 14 days of the last publication to the Swakopmund Municipality and the applicant, during normal business hours.
th Closing date for objections or comments is 4 June 2025.
Mr J. Heita (Manager: Town Planning) Tel: +264 (64) 4104403.
Archers Participates in World Archery Outdoor and
Indoor Eliminations
The annual Archery Association of Namibia recently held their Independence shoot at the Katylenn Venter Shooting Range at Atlantis Sport Club in Walvis Bay.
Archers participated in the World Archery Outdoor double 720 and Indoor double 300 eliminations. Jan-Lotz du Toit improved the Compound Men Open records to 299/360, 591/720 and 1104/1440 whilst Babette Taljaard improved the Compound Women record to 685/720 and two records for the indoor competition, 294/300 and 583/600.
Outdoor double 720 results
Lutz Wahlers Barebow Men Gold
Eugene Thuynsma Compound Men Gold
Babette Taljaard Compound Women Gold
Jacqueline Coetzee Compound Women Silver
Eden Keyser Compound Women U21 Gold
Janko du Plessis Compound Boys U15 Gold
Jan-Lotz du Toit Compound Men Open Gold
De-Villiers Visser Compound Men Open Silver
Indoor double 300 results
Lutz Wahlers Barebow Men Gold
Eugene Thuynsma Compound Men Gold
Babette Taljaard Compound Women Gold
Jacqueline Coetzee Compound Women Silver
Eden Keyser Compound Women U21 Gold
Janko du Plessis Compound Boys U15 Gold
Jan-Lotz du Toit Compound Men Open Gold
De-Villiers Visser Compound Men Open Silver
Beach Volleyball Open Delivers Thrilling
Matches
The 2025 edition of the Bank Windhoek Beach Volleyball Open 2025 held last weekend at the Mole Beach in Swakopmund delivered thrilling matches and worthy champions.
Beach Volleyball Open reinforced the growing strength of Namibian Beach Volleyball at both junior and senior men's and women levels. The competition drawing an impressive 35 teams from across the country in the men's, women's, under-19 boys and girls, and a social four-a-side category was a resounding success. Years of dedication finally paid off for Simeon Ndaxula and Teo Thomas, who captured a well-deserved gold in the senior men's final, after several near misses in previous Swakopmund events. They overcame the strong pairing of Jan Erik Sak and Jura Krafft in the final. The 16 years old Jura Krafft, impressed everyone with a mature, composed performance and has been identified as a key talent for Namibia's volleyball future. The bronze medal went to Stevey Kanga and Simson Tanga Haufiku from the north, who edged out the determined team of Thomas Shilumbu and Tomas Shivute in a hard-fought third-place match. Notably, both men's semi-finals were decided in gripping third sets—highlighting the increasing competitiveness and depth in the Namibian beach
volleyball scene. In the Women's final, Rosi Hennes and Pia Lück were a class above the rest, cruising to the gold medal with dominant performances against Maggie Heita and Miriam Mendes who took silver In a pleasant surprise, Dania Diekmann and Anne Winkel battled through to claim the bronze, exceeding expectations with their spirited play The U19 Boys' final showcased a competitive match between two well-drilled pairs, with David Uushona and Ally Alfons ultimately emerging victorious over Tino Lebereki and Lazarus Kamati. Bronze was awarded to Petrus Petrus and Jonas Nghipev, a talented duo who were unable to compete in their semi-final but impressed throughout the event. In the U19 Girls' division, Julia Ndeya and Patricia Uusiku claimed the gold medal, with Julia's dominant serving proving to be the deciding factor in the final against Albertina Matthew and Rauna Shitalangaho, who took silver The bronze medal went toAlushe Sakeus and Grace Muheua, capping off a strong tournament performance. The Beach Director at the Namibian
First Horse Groom Course Held at the Coast
The coastal town of Swakopmund hosted the first ever Horse Groom Level 1 Course over the past weekend at ReiterVerein (RVS).
The fun, hands-on day filled with learning, laughter, and lots of horse love under the a u s p i c e s o f t h e Namibian Equestrian Federation (NAMEF) was attended by 11 G r o o m s f r o m 5 stables.
The Grooms that successfully completed the one-day course were, Maria Nndjaba, Timoteus Kuatonyoni and Jonas Ndaetacmbili from Riverside Equestrian C e n t r e ; R e g i n a l d B e u k e s , P e t r u s
Tangeni Mumangeni and Charles Rooi from R e i t e r Ve r e i n ; J ohannes Smit from Nonidas, Frans Isak Mwengere from Zorino Stud; Cambinda Martin Visende, Asser Ndakalako and Salon Quinton from The
Volleyball Federation Conrad Johannes said this year's tournament placed a strong emphasis on youth development, giving valuable exposure to U19 players, many of whom are part of the Region 5 training squad preparing for the upcoming Region 5 Games. “The level of play was encouraging, offering a glimpse into the promising future of Namibian beach volleyball,” he said “The continued development of young players and the high standard of play seen this weekend are promising signs for the country's presence on the regional and continental stage.” Johannes said, “The Beach Volleyball community looks toward the Winter Classic set for 21 June at the DTS Beach
courts the DTS Spring Open in September in Windhoek and a major end-of-year tournament i n D e c e m b e r t h a t attracts international participation” “Volleyball lovers can also look forward to the Region 5 Games to be held from 12 to 19 July in Windhoek” Johannes concluded.
RMR Football Tournament Attracts 1200 Young Footballer
The 5th annual Youth Reptile Mineral Resources and Exploration (RMR) Football Tournament drew more than 1 200 young football players from about 16 teams from the Erongo, Kunene, and Omaheke regions and concluded the past weekend in Swakopmund.
Paddocks attended the course let by Carolin H o ff m e i s t e r S t a y tuned for more updates and courses – and once again, thank you to everyone who helped make this first course s u c h a s u c c e s s ReiterVerein Stable thanked the Namibian Equestrian Federation, Caro Hoffmeister, Riverside Equestrian Centre, The Paddocks and Zorino Stud as well as all the grooms who attended and mad e th e d ay s o special They are incredibly proud of their enthusiasm and dedication and are look forward to many more courses like this in the future.
The three-day football tournament saw footballers from under 9 to under 17 competing for top honours at a highimpact football weekend for youth development in Namibia Genesis Football Club won both the Under-9 and Under-13 divisions, while Swakopmund Football Club (SFC) took the Under-11 title. Lindy Cosmos emerged as champions in both the Under-15 and Under-17
categories, sealing their dominance with a tense final-day victory over fellow Swakopmund side SFC. Tournament organiser Elvin Majiedt emphasised that the value of the tournament extended beyond sport and succeeded in its aim to engage young people constructively “This is about poverty eradication, community upliftment, and showing parents that football can be a path to oppor-
tunity.” Majiedt said, “We want these young football players enjoy the game of football and stay away from wrongdoings like alcohol and drugs. He added that one of these boys becoming a professional footballer would already be a success and if two make it, then it will be a bonus ” Majiedt thanked the teams that travelled to the coast to participate and lamented the difficulty in having logistical resources to get teams from the northern regions too. “We want to assist the Namibia Football Association w i t h d e v e l o p m e n t structures With the right support, these boys can be groomed for national selection,” he added.
Carolin Hoffmeister (in the middle) with the Grooms that successfully completed the one-day Horse Groom Level 1 Course
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Namibian Riders Shines at 2025 Inter Africa Cup
The Namibian Equestrian Federation (NAMEF) sent a team of young riders to participate in the Inter Africa Cup Jumping Event at Kyalami Equestrian Park in Johannesburg South Africa.
The Namibia riders that consist of Alyssa Hopking from Walvis Bay Gymnasium School, Taria Britz and Carmen Piepmeyer, from the Private School Swakomund, Louis Kotze from Windhoek Gymnasium and Shani Fiede, who has finished school compete against riders from South Africa, Zimbabwe, DRC, Mauritius and Zambia. The Namibian riders did very well in a competition that saw over 80 horses in a class competing for top honours on the African Equestrian stage. The Namibians delivered an inspiring showing in a stellar performance in a highly competitive field on
the continental equestrian stage. Team Namibia ended third overall with South Africa first and Mauritius came second. After a very exciting and challenging course of jumps, Alyssa Hopking on her horses, Van Lee Lost in Love, secure a 3rd, 5th and 11th place whilst Taria Britz, on her horse Mercury got a second place. Carmen Piepmeyer with her horse, Katiti Pasella, got a 1st, 3rd and a 10th place and Shani Fiede, achieved two 3rd places with her horse Callaho Lucien and a 9th place with her other horse, Bobby Shafto. Louis Kotze secure two 2nd places on Kadesh and two
Pure Adrenaline Action at Omaruru MX
The Second Leg of the Namibia National Motocross Championship recently held in Omaruru was pure adrenaline with epic races, skilled riders, and an unforgettable crowd.
3rd places and 5th on Deago L. This achievement is a proud moment for the Namibian equestrian community, highlighting the dedication and growing talent of its riders and horses on the African stage. Namibia's equestrian achievements continue to grow, and with these young riders the
future looks bright. The Chef d'Equip was Vanessa Glowania who is the Show Jumping representative for NAMEF
Martial Arts Star Set to Compete in Europe
Delano Muller, one of Namibia's most celebrated martial artists, is set to represent his country at the European Championships on the 24th of May in Germany.
The young up and coming MX riders from the coast show class and skill in the 50cc by taking top honours Mason Myer secure first place followed by Delmas Du Plisses with Duhan Hefer third and Nicky Strauss fourth. Carter Bouwer was third in the 65cc whilst Keanu Strauss ended sixth De Wet Du Plisses were second in the 85cc and Stiaan Strauss fifth with Luca Brand and Juan De Vos f i r s t a n d t h i r d respectively in the 125cc whilst Rudi Brand won the VETS class. The day also went smoothly, and the medics were basically 'jobless' as no incidents or casualties were reported. This is a good indication of preparations by both officials and riders alike. The third leg of t h e M X n a t i o n a l championships is slated for 24 May at Omaruru
Known for his remarkable versatility, Muller will compete in both Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), s h o w c a s i n g h i s exceptional talent on an international stage once again.
Muller achieved a significant milestone by winning the WAKO Africa Championships in December last year, a remarkable achievement for the sport in Namibia and a personal triumph for him. This victory not only highlighted his skill and dedication but also p l a c e d N a m i b i a n martial arts on the map, inspiring countless athletes across the nation. As a decorated martial artist and a source of inspiration to m a n y , M u l l e r ' s achievements have brought great pride to Namibia. His participation in this European Championships marks another milestone in his illustrious career,
proving his dedication to excellence in martial arts In addition to competing, Muller will embark on a training camp in Germany This intensive program aims to sharpen his skills further, empowering him to share valuable expertise with his students back home in Walvis Bay. Muller has consistently emphasised the importance of nurturing the next generation of martial artists in Namibia, and this training opportunity is expected to enhance his ability to do so Namibians
eagerly await Muller's performance at this E u r o p e a n C h a mpionships and looks forward to the knowledge and experience he will bring back to his community As he p r e p a r e s f o r t h i s prestigious event, Muller remains a s y m b o l o f p e r s everance, discipline, and pride for the nation. Stay tuned for updates on Muller's journey in G e r m a n y a s h e continues to raise the Namibian flag high on the global martial arts stage.
Delano Muller, one of Namibia's most celebrated martial artists
The coastal MX 50cc riders from left to right are Delmas Du Plisses, Mason Myer, Duhan Hefer and Nicky Strauss
Carter Bouwer third in the 65cc
De Wet Du Plisses second in the 85cc
Luca Brand and Juan De Vos first and third respectively in the 125cc
