June 12
South Africa: Chin Up, Bafana Bafana
While they had a disappointing start in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening game, government has commended Bafana Bafana following their match against Mexico on Thursday night. Read more »
South Africa: Bafana Bafana Showed Resilience in Tough World Cup Fixture
Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile, has praised Bafana Bafana's relentless effort and attitude to never give up following their 2-0… Read more »
June 11
South Africa: Heartbreak for Bafana Bafana
Heartbreak was the order of the day for Bafana Bafana who went down 2-0 to Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match, on Thursday night. Read more »
South Africa: Nation Urged to Unite Behind Bafana Bafana As World Cup Excitement Returns
As South Africans count down the hours to Bafana Bafana's highly anticipated clash against Mexico tonight, eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba has called on the nation to rally… Read more »
South Africa: Deputy Minister to Join Fans At Bafana Watch Party
With Bafana Bafana kicking off the search for victory at the FIFA Soccer World Cup tonight, Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), Peace Mabe, in partnership with… Read more »
South Africa: Well Wishes for Bafana Bafana
With just hours to go to the opening match of the FIFA World Cup, Gauteng MEC of Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile has wished Bafana Bafana well for… Read more »
South Africa: Madlanga Commission Dons Bafana Jersey Ahead of World Cup Game
In support of the Bafana Bafana opening match against Mexico at the FIFA World Cup, the Madlanga Commission on Thursday donned their Bafana jerseys. Read more »
South Africa: Bafana Bafana to Face Mexico in World Cup Opener
Bafana Bafana will return to the global stage on Thursday when they take on Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 Fédération Internationale de Football Association… Read more »
June 10
South Africa: Go Bafana Bafana!
With the opening whistle set to mark the start of the FIFA Soccer World Cup on Thursday, government has called on South Africans to rally behind Bafana Bafana as they prepare to… Read more »
June 09
South Africa: Bafana Gear Up for Thrilling World Cup Opener Against Mexico
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says the team will be ready to face Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 Fédération Internationale de Football Association… Read more »
June 01
South Africa: Call to Rally Behind Bafana Bafana
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to unite behind Bafana Bafana as the national men's football team prepares to make its long-awaited return to the FIFA World… Read more »
May 05
South Africa: Mckenzie Unveils Winners of Mzansi to the World Cup Fan Competition
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has announced the winners of the Mzansi to the World Cup Lucky Fans Competition, describing the initiative as a celebration of… Read more »
October 31, 2025
South Africa: Public Called to Rally Behind SA Women's Cricket Team Ahead of ICC World Cup Final
Cabinet has urged all citizens to support South Africa's women's national cricket team as they aim to make history by winning the first-ever International Cricket Council (ICC)… Read more »
October 15, 2025
South Africa: Bafana Bafana Qualify for 2026 World Cup
The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has congratulated Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the Fédération Internationale de Football Association… Read more »
