Riverheight FA News Blog

We’re back from what was truly a memorable journey to Cape Town with our U-19 team, held from 14th to 21st April 2025. This trip was not only a chance to compete, but also an opportunity for our young players to experience life beyond Namibia — to grow, to learn, and...

In a groundbreaking yet necessary development for both Riverheights Football Academy (FA) and the community of Goreangab, the academy recently installed solar panels to power its education container. This new initiative is a significant step forward in supporting the local youth and offering them opportunities for growth that were previously inaccessible....

Now, for the most exciting news lately: Our U-19 team has been invited to the prestigious Bayhill Cup in Cape Town, South Africa! This incredible invitation represents the culmination of five years of tireless dedication, hard work, and unwavering belief in our players' potential. From April 16 to April 21, 2025,...

Namibia has faced some tough times recently, especially with the heavy rainfall that has caused destruction across the country. The rains, which have been some of the heaviest in recent years, have resulted in flooding, landslides, and the displacement of some families in the informal settlements. Infrastructure has been damaged, and...

We are absolutely delighted to announce that our 2nd division team has begun playing in the Namport Khomas Regional Football League’s second division, and the results speak for themselves! Not only has the team started strong, but its members are currently leading the log standings. This incredible achievement has come from...

  While the Riverheights Football Academy has always been known for its athletic achievements on the pitch, we are thrilled to share with you another milestone in our ongoing commitment to the community—our new education and library container, which was erected in mid-2024! Although many in the community may already be...

Exiting news: On 14 July 2024 Riverheights Germany was officially launched. Thank you to all founding members who have taken on this exciting task. We are looking forward to a great and fruitful cooperation for the benefit of our players.

The SKW tournament took place on 14 July 2024. TuS Velen from Germany took part in the exiting competition.

Riverheights wins the Christopher Aiff Cup June 2024

Riverheights players help cleaning the area around the football field

Our academic support programme kicked off early this year, starting in February 2024. This earlier launch allows us to dedicate more time to helping our players excel in key subjects and ultimately, achieve academic success. We've witnessed a remarkable surge in programme participation, with the number of enrolled players nearly tripling...

The U15 team put a remarkable cap on their season by earning the prestigious title of U15 MTC-Hopsol Youth Football League Team of the Year 2023.

Fresh from its 2022 victory, the U17 team defied the odds and reclaimed the championship title just two years after the academy's launch. This win held even greater significance as it came amidst a demanding season with reduced training due to our academic support programme which was introduced at the beginning...

Our U15 team had a remarkable season. Despite entering the SFC Tournament in Swakopmund as underdogs against top teams from Windhoek and the coast, they showcased impressive football skills. Their journey culminated in a thrilling final victory over DTS by a score of 2-1, securing the tournament title. Building on this...

2022 stands out as a remarkable year for the Academy. Against all odds and despite facing severe resource shortages, our U17 team achieved the extraordinary by winning the MTC-Hopsol Youth Soccer League championship in Windhoek. This unprecedented triumph is a product of the collective determination and tireless efforts of everyone involved...