Rugby union in Namibia
| Rugby union in Namibia | |
|---|---|
Namibia Rugby Team 7s team warming up at the Telstra Dome | |
| Country | Namibia |
| Governing body | Namibia Rugby Union |
| National team(s) | Namibia |
| Nickname(s) | Welwitschias |
| First played | 1916 |
| Registered players | 9317 |
| Clubs | 36 |
National competitions | |
Club competitions | |
NRU Rugby Domestic League Rugby Challenge | |
Rugby union in Namibia is a popular team sport in Namibia and its predecessor province of South West Africa. Because Namibia was formerly ruled by South Africa, rugby in Namibia was frequently influenced by events in that country and its domestic competition.