November 20, 2023
South Africa: Former Springbok Lock Hannes Strydom Dies in Car Accident
Former Springbok lock Hannes Strydom was killed in a car accident on Sunday night. He was 58. Read more »
November 16, 2023
South Africa: Proteas Out to Make History in Their Semifinal Clash Against the Aussies
The Proteas have an opportunity to become the first South African men's team to make a Cricket World Cup final when they play Australia in the semifinal on Thursday, 16 November. Read more »
November 15, 2023
South Africa: A Look At the Epic ODI Battles Between South Africa and Australia in Recent Years
South Africa is the only cricket team that has a positive winning record over Australia in ODI cricket, even though the Aussies have been more successful in World Cups. Here's a… Read more »
November 14, 2023
South Africa: AFL Bounty Bolsters Sundowns' Already Seemingly Unreachable Dominant Domestic Dynasty
Mamelodi Sundowns are already aeons ahead of their fellow DStv Premiership sides. The R74-million bounty bagged from winning the inaugural African Football League on Sunday is… Read more »
November 09, 2023
South Africa: 'Pressure Is a Mental Construct,' Says Mental Coach Paddy Upton On Proteas' Struggles When Chasing a Score
South Africa's next chase in the Cricket World Cup will go a long way in determining their success at the tournament. But they must first overcome the pressure of batting second… Read more »
November 08, 2023
South Africa: Springbok Hooker Mbonambi Slams 'Unprofessional' England
Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi suggested that the Tom Curry incident was a case of 'lost in translation', although he did not confirm what he said to the England flank. Read more »
November 02, 2023
South Africa: South African Paralympic Gold Medallist Zanele Situ Dies Aged 52
The death of six-time Paralympic athlete Zanele Situ was confirmed on Wednesday. The star field athlete was the first black South African to win a Paralympic gold medal. Read more »
South Africa: Rugby Fans Hit the Streets to Show the Bokke Some Gauteng Love
People came out in their thousands on Thursday to celebrate the Springbok victory at the Rugby World Cup. Read more »
October 31, 2023
South Africa: Proteas Rely On Coach's Knowledge for New Zealand World Cup Challenge
Cricket World Cup big guns New Zealand and South Africa face off for a crunch clash on Wednesday, which could go a long way to determining the final standings. Read more »
October 30, 2023
South Africa: Outcry As Rugby Trophy Tour Skips Captain Kolisi's Hometown Gqeberha
Anger has exploded in rugby-mad Nelson Mandela Bay over the metro's exclusion from the Springboks' World Cup Tour. Letters were flying thick and fast on Monday to remind SA Rugby… Read more »
South Africa: Boks Gear Up for Post-World Cup Festivities Back Home - Here's Your Guide to the Trophy Tour
The Springbok trophy tour will start on Thursday in Gauteng's cities, before moving to three other major cities in South Africa. Read more »
October 28, 2023
South Africa: Proteas Sneak Past Pakistan to Charge to Top of Cricket World Cup Table
South Africa nearly threw the match away on several occasions, but cool, calm Keshav Maharaj ensured the Proteas beat Pakistan by one wicket on Friday. Read more »
Africa: South Africa Delivers the Pièce De Résistance of Rugby World Cup in Historic Victory Over New Zealand
Belligerent Boks deliver back-to-back world titles in Paris nailbiter as Springboks won their fourth Rugby World Cup title by retaining the title they won in 2019 on a wet and cold… Read more »
October 26, 2023
South Africa: Forward-Looking Springboks Opt for Sheer Power in Final Against All Blacks
South Africa have gone with seven forwards and one back while New Zealand have opted for a more conventional 5-3 split for Saturday's Rugby World Cup final at Stade de France. Read more »
South Africa: Bavuma Back for Proteas in Clash Against 'Dangerous' Pakistan
South Africa are one of the form teams in the World Cup, but face a desperate Pakistan team in challenging conditions on Friday. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa/South Africa: All to Play for in Second Leg of Banyana Vs DRC Olympic Qualifier Following Stalemate
On a sweltering Thursday afternoon in Kinshasa, Banyana Banyana and the Democratic Republic of Congo drew one-all to set up an intriguing second-leg clash as both sides eye the… Read more »
October 25, 2023
South Africa: World Cup Final Will Add Another Epic Chapter to the Greatest Rivalry in Rugby
The Springboks versus the All Blacks is the greatest rivalry in rugby and one of the greatest in all of sport. The two sides contest the final of Rugby World Cup 2023 at Stade de… Read more »
October 24, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa/South Africa: Banyana Banyana Eye First-Leg Advantage in Crucial Olympic Games Qualifier Against DR Congo
Banyana Banyana missed out on Olympic qualification for Tokyo 2020. With the next Games under a year away in France, the team is keen to book their place in Paris. It starts with a… Read more »
October 22, 2023
South Africa: Never Give Up, Never Say Die - a Love Letter to Our Country After 'That RWC Game'
That's what the past two weekends have felt like after a couple of exhilarating, exhausting Rugby World Cup matches - first at a packed and partisan Stade de France for the… Read more »
October 21, 2023
South Africa: Pollard's Late Penalty Gives Boks Last Gasp Semi-Final Win Over England
The Springboks are into their fourth Rugby World Cup final after beating England 16-15 in the semi-finals. Read more »
South Africa: The Rise of the Springboks - SA's Inspirational Team Carries the Hopes of a Nation On Its Broad Shoulders
The Springboks have captured the hearts and minds of South Africans of all races, languages and cultures. They are a symbol of excellence and unity, and show us just how great this… Read more »
October 19, 2023
South Africa: Boks Unchanged for World Cup Semi Against England As They Opt for Continuity
The Springboks opted for continuity for Saturday's Rugby World Cup semi-final against England at the Stade de France. Read more »
October 17, 2023
South Africa: Cecilia Molokwane Deflects Allegations As Netball SA Names CEO's Successor
Netball South Africa president Cecilia Molokwane dismissed a raft of allegations that were levelled against her prior to the World Cup, as the organisation named a new chief… Read more »
October 16, 2023
South Africa: France Captain Dupont Unhappy With Ref After Les Bleus Fall to Boks in World Cup Quarterfinal
France captain Antoine Dupont was critical of referee Ben O'Keeffe after his side lost the Rugby World Cup (RWC) quarterfinal 29-28 to the Springboks at Stade de France on Sunday. Read more »
South Africa: Brutal Boks Find a Way to Edge Les Bleus in Paris Quarterfinal Thriller
The Springboks beat France 29-28 to set up a Rugby World Cup semifinal against England in Paris next week. Read more »