June 25
South Africa: Bafana Bafana Qualify for the World Cup Knockout Round for the First Time Ever
Bafana Bafana reached the round of 32 of the Fifa World Cup for the first time in history after a 1-0 win over South Korea in their final Group A game. The South Africans finished… Read more »
June 22
Egypt: Iran Team Leaves Note of Thanks to LA, Egypt Win First-Ever World Cup Match
Iran thank Los Angeles for its hospitality amid World Cup challenges, while Egypt claims their first victory, fuelled by Mohamed Salah and a resurgent team spirit. Read more »
June 17
South Africa: Bafana Bafana Must Shed Caution in World Cup Clash Against Czechia
Ever since Bafana Bafana won a bronze medal at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, they have been afraid to play. This was again evident in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup,… Read more »
June 18
South Africa: Kapp Leads Ruthless Proteas Bowling Display but Spin Remains SA's Achilles Heel
South Africa 127 for 8 (Annerie Dercksen 52, Fatima Sana 3-16) beat Pakistan 126 for 9 (Fatima Sana 55*, Marizanne Kapp 3-23) by two wickets. Read more »
June 14
Africa: Records Tumble As Kusche Stuns Field and Steyn Claims Historic Fifth Comrades Title
South African athletes triumphed in the Comrades as George Kusche won the 'up run' in record time, while Gerda Steyn secured a historic fifth title, breaking her own record, again. Read more »
June 12
South Africa: Bafana Bafana's Opening Match Drought in World Cups Continues After Mexico Horror Show
Two red cards and zero goals. That's the summary of South Africa's first World Cup match in almost two decades as they fell 2-0 to Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 edition. Read more »
June 10
Africa: 'They Thought We Were Terrorists' - - Mexican Sports Journalists Home After SA Drone Arrests
Two Mexican sports journalists who were arrested in Gauteng, allegedly because they flew a drone over a Jewish college, have pleaded guilty, paid a fine, and returned home. They… Read more »
South Africa: Bafana Bafana and Mexico Ready for Nostalgia-Fuelled World Cup Opener
Grouped against tournament cohost Mexico, as well as Czechia and South Korea, South Africa is eyeing a positive result in its opening Fifa World Cup match, its first since 2010. Read more »
June 07
South Africa: Major Sacha Injury Blow Puts Springbok Depth to the Test
Manie Libbok and Handré Pollard will shoulder more responsibility in the absence of the first-choice Bok flyhalf. Meanwhile, exciting young options continue to emerge. Read more »
June 03
Morocco: Brazil and Morocco Headline Group C With Scotland Aiming for an Upset
Perennial World Cup favourites Brazil start the 2026 edition with the same pressure. Their opening game against 2022 semifinalists Morocco is one of the matches of the Group phase. Read more »
June 02
South Africa: Bafana World Cup Visa Bungle Latest in Long List of Safa Snafus
The departure of Bafana Bafana for their Fifa World Cup base camp in Mexico was supposed to be about the country's first appearance at the tournament in 16 years, something this… Read more »
June 01
South Africa: Bafana Bafana Face Uphill Battle in Tough Group At 2026 FIFA World Cup
Group A of the 2026 Fifa World Cup contains co-hosts Mexico, Asian high-rollers South Korea, European dark horses Czechia and a rejuvenated South Africa. Read more »
South Africa: Marais Erasmus Abandoned the Safety Net and Became an Umpiring Legend
An extract from Marais Erasmus: The Rock 'n Roll Years; Cricket in an Umpire's Orbit by Telford Vice. Read more »
South Africa: Rabada's Return to Top Speed Lights Up Indian Premier League
Fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has rediscovered his best form in the Indian Premier League. Proteas bowling coach Piet Botha credits the 31-year-old's career-best pace to months of hard… Read more »
May 28
South Africa: Tough Calls and Painful Omissions Shaped Bruce's Final Bafana World Cup Squad
The 26 players who will represent South Africa at the 2026 Fifa World Cup have been revealed. In total six players were cut from the preliminary squad, with one of those… Read more »
May 27
South Africa: Here They Are - the 26 Players Representing South Africa At the World Cup
Coach Hugo Broos selects 26 diverse players to represent Bafana Bafana at the 2026 World Cup, showcasing a compelling mix of experience and youthful promise. Read more »
May 26
Africa: Arsenal's Global Community Shows What Social Cohesion Can Still Look Like
Far beyond entertainment, sport has repeatedly demonstrated a unique ability to unite people across divisions of race, class, geography and generation. Arsenal's 2025/26 Premier… Read more »
South Africa: Jordaan Fraud Case Could Stretch to 2030, Laments Frustrated Prosecutor
Safa president Danny Jordaan was recently back in court for his fraud case, which was once again postponed. A day before this latest appearance, four critics of the soccer boss… Read more »
May 19
South Africa: Unpaid Winners and a Race in Crisis - The Soweto Marathon Fallout
The Soweto Marathon promised prize money and prestige when it took place on 29 November 2025. But nearly six months later, the top finishers are still waiting to be paid. Read more »
South Africa: Don't Touch Me On My Wicket - - Newlands New Year's Test Tickets Snap-Up Backlash
After tickets for the Proteas' News Year's Test against England in Cape Town were snapped up within minutes, causing a local uproar about ticket allocations, Cricket South Africa… Read more »
May 14
South Africa: Broos Faces Tough Call On Bafana's Final World Cup Goalkeeping Trio
One of the positions within Bafana Bafana where there is little certainty before the 2026 Fifa World Cup is the goalkeeping department. Captain Ronwen Williams is the only player… Read more »
May 15
South Africa: Injuries and Playoff Permutations Will Shape Springbok Selections
The Springbok coach's alignment camp squad hints at youth, but injury casualties and results may force some changes. Read more »
May 14
South Africa: Springbok Prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye Banned for 18 Months for Doping Violation
In an expected outcome, Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has received an 18-month suspension after declaring the use of an illegal substance. Read more »
May 11
South Africa: Athletics South Africa Provides Little Clarity On Suspended President and Soweto Marathon Problems
Athletics South Africa provided a vague update on its president, James Moloi, who was suspended in 2025 for alleged financial misconduct. They also suggested a way forward in terms… Read more »
May 08
South Africa: South African Trio Chases Home Playoffs As Urc Race Heats Up
The Bulls and Stormers are well placed for home quarterfinals as the Lions face a tough Ireland tour. Read more »
