NAMEF was founded in
the 1900’s and has been the official representative of the horse
riding community in Namibia for many years. Affiliated to
the Sports Council of Namibia, NAMEF has throughout the years
represented the horse riders and the horse riding sport on a
national level. The Namibian Equestrian
Federation (NAMEF) is affiliated to the Federation Equestrian
International (FEI), based in Switzerland.
The
Federation’s membership and number of horses registered presently
stands at +/- 170 and 207 respectively. Membership figures are
represented by Adults, 18 years and over; Juniors, 15 to 17 years;
and children 14 years and younger.
NAMEF's main objective is to facilitate and support an environment where
Equestrian athletes can thrive and enjoy the sport at all levels.
We
promote excellence in our sport with emphasis on integrity, teamwork
and fair play.
Equestrian sport is the embodiment of a healthy family
lifestyle. Girls and boys, men and women compete against each
other on equal terms. It is fast becoming an exciting sport for
the disabled as well as the able bodied.
Our vision is to
see Equestrian sport enjoyed by all sectors of the Namibian
community and to have Namibia represented at International
events by competent sportspersons.
There are only two emotions that belong in the saddle;
one is a sense of humour
and the other is patience. - John Lyons
