WINDHOEK, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) -- The Namibia Rugby Union has launched the Namibia Rugby Institute, a joint venture it says will reshape the country's high-performance sports system.
Announced late Tuesday and developed with partner Donald Neilon and international specialist UXI Sport, the project aims to expand high-performance rugby, education, and long-term athlete development in Namibia.
The institute will function as a high-performance and development hub that combines elite rugby training with accredited academic and vocational programs, according to a joint statement.
"The initiative is designed to support the holistic development of male and female athletes and strengthen long-term talent identification and retention," the statement said.
The institute forms a key part of the NRU's rebuilding strategy and underscores the parties' shared commitment to improving the growth and sustainability of Namibian rugby. ■
