MTC congratulates Netball Namibia for qualifying to World Cup

MTC congratulates Netball Namibia on the national team’s historic qualification for the upcoming Netball World Cup, an achievement that reflects the growth, resilience and excellence of Namibian sport on the international stage.

This milestone reflects the tireless dedication of the players, coaches, administrators and stakeholders who have advanced netball in Namibia. It is a proud moment for the sport and the nation as the team prepares to compete among the world’s best.

Commenting on the achievement, MTC’s Chief Brand, Marketing, Communications and Sustainability Officer, Tim Ekandjo, said: “We are immensely proud of Netball Namibia’s outstanding achievement. The World Cup qualification reflects years of dedication, sacrifice and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

“It will inspire young athletes across Namibia and show what talent can achieve when supported by hard work, vision and strong leadership.”

The qualification underscores the growing strength of women’s sport in Namibia and the role of sport in fostering national pride, social cohesion and youth empowerment.

As a proud supporter of sports development, MTC applauds Netball Namibia for raising the country’s profile on the global stage. The team’s resilience and determination continue to inspire future generations to pursue excellence on and off the court.

“This is the vision we had when we launched the MTC Namibia Netball Premiership, and seeing it come to life today means everything. It is even more meaningful to note that this qualification comes a mere six years after the establishment of the MTC Namibia Netball Premiership, making this an achievement worthy of celebration,” Ekandjo said.

MTC wishes the team every success in its World Cup preparations and calls on all Namibians to support the national side on this exciting journey.

“The hard work is paying off, and the nation stands behind you. We look forward to seeing our national team represent Namibia with pride and display the talent, passion and fighting spirit that define our people,” Ekandjo added.

MTC’s structured sponsorship of Netball Namibia began in 2021 with the launch of the MTC Namibia Netball Premier League (NNPL). The initial three-year sponsorship, valued at approximately N$4.8 million for 2021–2023, aimed to professionalise the sport and establish a national elite league.

“Since 2021, MTC has invested more than N$12 million in developing and professionalising Namibian netball, supporting the growth of the MTC Namibia Netball Premier League and creating opportunities for hundreds of athletes nationwide.”

Ekandjo stated that MTC remains committed to initiatives that create opportunities for athletes, strengthen sporting institutions and advance sport in Namibia.

In the photo: Namibia’s national netball team, the Desert Jewels.