Karuhumba reflects on changing times in local football

NAMPA

2024-12-22

EPUKIRO, 22 December 2024 - Epukiro football legend Rudolf Kujaza Karuhumba. (Photo: Contributed)

By Zebaldt Ngaruka
EPUKIRO, 22 DEC (NAMPA) – Former Okatuuo Football Club (FC) stalwart Rudolf Kujaza Karuhumba has praised the commitment and quality of football players of the past while drawing comparisons with today’s players.
The 45-year-old, who rose to prominence as one of the youngest players to debut in Namibia’s Premier League at 18, shared insights into the evolution of Namibian football in an interview with Nampa at Epukiro.
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EPUKIRO, 22 December 2024 - Epukiro football legend Rudolf Kujaza Karuhumba. (Photo: Contributed)

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