Namibia’s Desert Jewels Achieve Historic 15th Place in World Netball Rankings

Namibia’s Desert Jewels Achieve Historic 15th Place in World Netball RRankings. Namibia’s national netball team, the Desert Jewels, has reached its highest-ever position in the World Netball World Rankings, climbing to 15th place. The latest update, reflecting international fixtures played between 1 June and 1 September, was released this week by World Netball.

The Desert Jewels’ rise from 18th to 15th comes on the back of an impressive showing at the inaugural UAE Netball Cup, where the team delivered consistent performances against competitive opposition. Their results in the tournament boosted Namibia’s ranking points significantly, placing them firmly among the top 15 netball nations globally.

The rankings are determined by an official system that weighs match results, opposition strength, and recency of games played. Namibia’s leap underscores the growing competitiveness of the Desert Jewels and their ability to secure results against higher-ranked teams.

This achievement adds to the momentum surrounding Namibian netball in recent years, as the sport continues to attract support and recognition at home and abroad. The Desert Jewels’ climb also positions them well for upcoming international fixtures, where maintaining consistency will be key to further progress.

The ranking milestone is being celebrated as a reflection of the team’s dedication, preparation, and commitment to improvement on the world stage. While challenges lie ahead, Namibia’s place among the top 15 is a reminder of how far the Desert Jewels have come in building their reputation as a competitive force in global netball.