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26/06/2025

📣 Official Match Day 1 Fixtures Drop!
Rugby Africa, in collaboration with , proudly unveils the Day One 1️⃣ fixtures for the Rugby Africa Cup 2025 — the ultimate battle for World Cup qualification! 🏆🔥

🗓 8 July 2025 | 📍 Mandela National Stadium, Kampala
💥 Four huge clashes to ignite the road to Australia

🎥 Catch it LIVE on RugbyPass TV, NBS Sport, and Rugby Africa platforms.

24/06/2025

NAMIBIA SQUAD NAMED FOR ITALY TEST MATCH

The Namibia Rugby Union has confirmed the national squad set to face Italy in an international test match this Friday, 27 June, at Hage Geingob Stadium.

The fixture forms a key part of Namibia’s preparations for the upcoming Rugby World Cup qualifiers. Fans are urged to show their support and pack the stands as the Welwitschias look to deliver a strong performance on home turf.

📍 Venue: Hage Geingob Stadium
📅 Date: Friday, 27 June
🕒 Kick-off: 15:00

24/06/2025

🚨 Coaching Shake-Up for Namibia Rugby Ahead of Africa Cup

The Namibia Rugby Union has confirmed that Chrysander Botha has stepped down as Head Coach of the national team, citing increased professional commitments outside of rugby.

In a swift response to ensure continuity ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup, the NRU has appointed former international Darryl de la Harpe as Technical Assistant to the national team. Known for his rugby IQ and on-field leadership during his playing days, de la Harpe will support the coaching staff as they prepare for a crucial competitive phase.

Director of Rugby Jacques Burger has taken the reins in leading the national team’s technical group, as Namibia continues its strategic build-up toward qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

The NRU says all operational and performance plans remain on track.

10/06/2025

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08/06/2025

The champions are on their way home! 💙💙

03/06/2025

🔥 NRU FINALS WEEKEND IS HERE! 🔥
The stage is set, the stakes are high, and only one team will walk away with the trophy 🏆

12:30 Women’s Final - Unam vs United
14:00 Reserved Final - Kudus vs Unam
15:45 Premier Final - Wanderers vs Kudus

Which clash are YOU most pumped for? 💥
Drop your predictions, key players to watch, and the team you’re backing all the way 🗣️👇

🏉 has all the build-up, behind-the-scenes buzz, and post-match reactions you won’t want to miss.

22/05/2025

The latest World Rugby news, including about the World Rankings, Tournaments, Player Welfare and the Laws of the Game

30/04/2025

08/04/2025

🚨 Exciting News from NRU! 🚨 Our training squad has been finalized with 36 talented players ready to give their all as we prepare for the upcoming journey. 🏉💪 Get ready to cheer on your favorites as we work towards the final selection of the 28-player Barthes touring team, set to be announced on April 11, 2025! Stay tuned for more updates and continue supporting our amazing athletes!

20/03/2025

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨

Due to heavy rainfall across the country in the past 24 hours and continued adverse weather expected, the Namibia Rugby Union has postponed all rugby matches scheduled for 22 March 2025.

This decision aligns with World Rugby’s top priority: player safety and welfare.

11/03/2025

ABSOLUTE RUGBY RETURNS WITH A NEW SEASON❗️

Get ready, rugby fans❗️ Absolute Rugby is back with a bang this week, and you won’t want to miss the action. Tune in for the season opener this Wednesday at 18:00, only on NBC2️⃣

Absolute Rugby For the love of the game.

28/01/2025

🏉 Rugby Action Alert❗️

The MTC Regional 15s Tournament is set to showcase the best rugby talent across Namibia, giving regional players a chance to shine and advance within the national rugby structure.

📅 Tournament Dates & Venues:

* 22 February 2025: Windhoek
* 1 March 2025: Rehoboth
* 8 March 2025: Windhoek

In preparation for the Africa Cup—a key pathway to World Cup qualification—the national team will also take on strong opponents:

🇳🇦 Namibia vs Boland
📍 22 February 2025, Windhoek

🇳🇦 Namibia vs Blue Bulls
📍 17 June 2025, Coastal Venue (TBA)
📍 21 June 2025, Windhoek

Stay tuned for updates on potential fixtures against a Barbarians side! Don’t miss the action as Namibian rugby gears up for a thrilling year. 💪