HNT-2026-001
Andries Steenkamp
Kalahari (peace on a red dune)
It is wonderful to farm with Dorpers in the Kalahari; it is a healthy world for sheep and for your soul. You must treat the Kalahari with respect and not overburden it; then it wil…
NAMLAMBBORN IN NAMIBIANamLamb event
Henties · 21 October
Meet the producers bringing their lamb and their farm’s story to Henties on 21 October.
Meet our producers
The people behind the lamb.
Open a profile to read the participant’s story, see where they farm, identify the sheep breed and view approved photos and video.
HNT-2026-006
Eduard Spies
I was born in 2001 and grew up in Windhoek. From an early age, the farm was a big part of my life. My father owned a farm, and during my school years we farmed there over weekends.…
HNT-2026-008
Hannes Agenbach
Bred for the Kalahari
Agenbach Dorpers – Rooted in the Namibian veld At Farm Vreda in the Aranos district, we have been farming with passion and dedication since 1995. Over the years, the farm and the…
HNT-2026-013
Koos Briedenhann
"Restoring the environment: Building resilient excellence for tomorrow."
Koos Briedenhann runs the family farm, Buffelhoek, together with his family near Otjiwarongo in the central-northern region of Namibia. Deeply rooted in a family background of rege…
When
21 October 2026
Wednesday · setup from 07:00 · judging at 16:00.
Where
Henties Bay Golf Club
The NamLamb lamb braai competition takes place at the Henties Bay Golf Club.
Together with
Boere Fishing Competition
One event where NamLamb and the farming community are visible together.
NamLamb lamb braai competition 2026
Bring your own lamb to the braai in Henties.
Only a few places remain!Entry is free. The competition is limited to 30 entries. Contact Hannes to confirm availability.
How do I enter?
- Download and complete the entry form.
- Provide the names of the braai master and assistant, the lamb’s breed, farm and region, mobile number and email address.
- Send the completed form to Hannes Agenbach and ask for confirmation of your place.
Attach your completed form to your email. Entries close on 30 September 2026.
Important before you enter: Read the competition rules and conditions first.
Open rules and conditionsThe day’s programme
- From 07:00: set up your spit in your allocated 6 × 3 metre braai area.
- From 08:00: participants may arrive for the competition.
- 16:00: judging begins. Your lamb must be cooked by then.
- Prize-giving: winners will be announced during the prize-giving function.
What should you bring?
- A fresh, chilled, whole dressed lamb carcass. Apply basic kitchen hygiene.
- Your own spit, wood, tongs, knife, cutting board and shovel for the coals.
- Shelter from sun, wind, dust and rain, as well as seating and a table.
- A bucket or basin to wash hands and equipment, and rubbish bags.
- Clearly display your name and the lamb’s breed at your stand.
Power and central water points will be provided.
Rules and conditions
- All lambs must be cooked on a spit over a fire. No gas braais or smokers are allowed.
- No holes in the grass or fires directly on the grass are allowed.
- No lamb may be injected with flavouring.
- Use basic herbs and spices such as salt, pepper, coriander, lemon juice and olive oil.
- No sweet sauces such as BBQ or Jimmy sauce, tomato sauce or mayonnaise may be brushed over the lamb. The lamb’s own taste comes first.
Judging and qualification
Independent judges will assess the lambs. The first three places qualify to participate in 2027 with the Namibian NamLamb team against the Lamb Champs team in South Africa.
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