Namibian conquers at RASA awards
A former Namibian Sun sport writer has been rewarded for her hard work in the media industry.
JESSE JACKSON KAURAISA
Former Namibian Sun sport journalist Kaino Nghitongo was named sport journalist of the year at the newly introduced AUSC Region 5 Regional Annual Sports Awards (RASA).
She had won the sport journalist of the year award at the Namibian Sports Awards last year.
That led to her nomination for the RASA awards, which took place in South Africa over the weekend.
Her well-articulated articles and columns earned her the award.
Nghitongo has worked for several media organisations, including the Windhoek Observer, Namibia Press Agency and finally at the Namibian Sun.
This year, the talented writer decided to end her journalism career and went into public relations.
She was one of very few female sport journalists the country has had over the years.
An emotional Nghitongo posted on Instagram and Facebook after winning the award.
“I didn't want to pay for my flight ticket because I thought I wouldn't win.
“You spoke in me and said my child, go and get your award and my will is done,” the post reads.
Nghitongo said she was confident that the award would be hers as soon as she arrived in South Africa, after having had a successful year in the media industry.
“I came and remained confident that yes the award is mine... Here your will Lord.
“I am speechless but my mouth is full of praises to you Lord. Dear family, friends and my male sport colleagues thanks for all the support.”
She urged all other female sports journalist in the print media to follow in her footsteps.
“My dear female sports journalist, it's time for females to take over sports journalism, especially in print.
“To all those who made sure they read Sport Wrap and all my stories... I thank you all. To the great team at Namibian Sun... This is for you.”
Nghitongo was nominated alongside South African Thabiso Sithole and Henry Mhara of Zimbabwe.
The sportsperson of the year award went to South Africa’s 200m and 400m sprinter Wayde van Niekerk.
The AUSC Region 5 Regional Annual Sport Awards (RASA) are part of a regional rewards programme aimed at providing a unique opportunity for the region to motivate member states, sports confederations, team’s sports and individual athletes by recognising and celebrating meritorious service and outstanding achievements in sport.
Former Namibian Sun sport journalist Kaino Nghitongo was named sport journalist of the year at the newly introduced AUSC Region 5 Regional Annual Sports Awards (RASA).
She had won the sport journalist of the year award at the Namibian Sports Awards last year.
That led to her nomination for the RASA awards, which took place in South Africa over the weekend.
Her well-articulated articles and columns earned her the award.
Nghitongo has worked for several media organisations, including the Windhoek Observer, Namibia Press Agency and finally at the Namibian Sun.
This year, the talented writer decided to end her journalism career and went into public relations.
She was one of very few female sport journalists the country has had over the years.
An emotional Nghitongo posted on Instagram and Facebook after winning the award.
“I didn't want to pay for my flight ticket because I thought I wouldn't win.
“You spoke in me and said my child, go and get your award and my will is done,” the post reads.
Nghitongo said she was confident that the award would be hers as soon as she arrived in South Africa, after having had a successful year in the media industry.
“I came and remained confident that yes the award is mine... Here your will Lord.
“I am speechless but my mouth is full of praises to you Lord. Dear family, friends and my male sport colleagues thanks for all the support.”
She urged all other female sports journalist in the print media to follow in her footsteps.
“My dear female sports journalist, it's time for females to take over sports journalism, especially in print.
“To all those who made sure they read Sport Wrap and all my stories... I thank you all. To the great team at Namibian Sun... This is for you.”
Nghitongo was nominated alongside South African Thabiso Sithole and Henry Mhara of Zimbabwe.
The sportsperson of the year award went to South Africa’s 200m and 400m sprinter Wayde van Niekerk.
The AUSC Region 5 Regional Annual Sport Awards (RASA) are part of a regional rewards programme aimed at providing a unique opportunity for the region to motivate member states, sports confederations, team’s sports and individual athletes by recognising and celebrating meritorious service and outstanding achievements in sport.
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