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Namibia: Namibia swimmers shines on opening day of African Champs  – Sport

Namibia: Namibia swimmers shines on opening day of African Champs  – Sport

Africa Links 24 with Nasfed
Published on 2026-05-06 20:05:24

The Namibian flag flew high on the first day of the 17th African Swimming Championships in Oran, Algeria as our young athletes made waves in the pool. 

Namibia celebrated four athletes reaching the finals – placing in the top 8 among Africa’s best – and secured its first medal of the tournament.

Highlights:

Boys’ 100m Freestyle (14–18 years): Luke Beukes won bronze with a time of 50.44, setting a new long course age group 17–18 record.

Girls’ 100m Freestyle…

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