Namibia Football Association Mourns the Passing of General Secretary Charles Sikabongo Siyauya. The Namibian sports community is mourning the passing of Mr. Charles Sikabongo Siyauya, the General Secretary of the Namibia Football Association (NFA). His passing has been described as a significant loss to the country’s football fraternity, where his dedication and leadership left a lasting impact.
In a statement, the Namibia Sport Commission (NSC) expressed its deep sorrow, with the Board, Management, and Staff joining the wider sports community in honouring Siyauya’s contributions to the development of football in Namibia.“Mr. Siyauya was committed to the growth of Namibian football, and his leadership will be remembered by all who had the privilege of working alongside him,” the NSC noted.
Throughout his career, Siyauya played a key role in the administration of football in the country. Under his stewardship, the NFA worked to advance the sport at various levels, supporting both grassroots initiatives and national team activities. His efforts to promote the game were recognised across the sector, making his loss deeply felt within the football and broader sporting communities.
Condolences have poured in from across Namibia, with the Ministry of Sport, Youth and National Service also extending sympathies to Siyauya’s family, colleagues, and friends during this difficult time.
As tributes continue to come in, the legacy of Charles Sikabongo Siyauya is set to endure through the ongoing work of the NFA and the many initiatives he supported.