Namibia announces 12 athletes for Youth Olympic Games in Dakar

The team will compete in seven sports and will be accompanied by eight coaches and technical officials, along with three team management and support staff officials. The NNOC stated that the team reflects Namibia's commitment to developing sporting talent and providing international competition opportunities for young athletes. Maike Betts, the chef de mission and former Namibian Olympic rower, expressed honor in leading Team Namibia to the first Olympic event held on African soil.

She emphasized her commitment to ensuring the athletes are prepared and supported, hoping the experience will inspire them and contribute to their growth as leaders and ambassadors for Namibia. The athletes include Elkana Iileka Athletics, Matheus Nahenda and Nathanael Ndemukulunga Beach volleyball, Kalenga Abraham Boxing, Mike Baartman and Bianca Nell Cycling, Lorenzo Esterhuizen, Nathan Bock, Madison Bergh, and Roselinda Matyayi Swimming, James Langford Triathlon, and Shithigona Shipopyeni Beach wrestling.