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NEW COUNTY, SAME CROWN: MaMkhize’s comeback stuns African football

14Jul

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NEW COUNTY, SAME CROWN: MaMkhize’s comeback stuns African football

By Zee Mamkizi (Image: Instagram) In a jaw-dropping twist worthy of a soap opera finale, South African business mogul and reality TV star Shauwn “MaMkhize” Mkhize has risen from the ashes of Royal AM’s dramatic PSL collapse to claim her place as the new president of Eswatini’s most decorated football club - Mbabane Highlanders AM. Yes, you read that right: The Queen of KwaZulu-Natal has just taken over the kingdom of Eswatini football. A crown restored… in foreign territory Just three months ago, MaMkhize was facing disgrace and defeat. Her beloved Royal AM - the club she built, glamorized, and fiercely defended - was expelled from the Premier Soccer League after failing to settle a staggering R40 million debt to SARS. Players fled. Sponsors pull...

PROUD HOST: Mangaung ready to host 2025 Hollywoodbets COSAFA Cup

21May

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PROUD HOST: Mangaung ready to host 2025 Hollywoodbets COSAFA Cup

By Becker Semela: COSAFA DRAW: Free State MEC for sports, Ntombizanele Sifuba (fourth from left), Mangaung Metro Mayor Gregory Nthatisi (fifth from left), Sports HoD Steve Tshabalala (right), with SAFA members during the draw. (Image: Supplied) Football fever is heating up in Mangaung, Free State province, after the official draw for the 2025 Hollywoodbets COSAFA Cup was held in Bloemfontein on Wednesday. The tournament, taking place from 4 to 15 June, will be hosted in Mangaung for the very first time. Matches will be played at the iconic Free State Stadium, a 2010 FIFA World Cup venue, as well as the Dr Petrus Molemela Stadium. South Africa, the host nation, has been drawn in Group A, alongside rivals Zimbabwe, last year’s bronze medallists Mozambique and Mauritius. ...

HORSE RACING REVIVAL: Hollywoodbets takes over Gold Circle in landmark move

1May

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HORSE RACING REVIVAL: Hollywoodbets takes over Gold Circle in landmark move

By Sitha Maliwa: Hollywoodbets acquires Golden Circle on Workers Day South African horse racing marks a historic turning point today as Hollywood Sportsbook Holdings, better known as Hollywoodbets, officially takes the reins of Gold Circle following the final approval of the KwaZulu-Natal Economic Regulatory Authority (KZNERA). The long-awaited green light arrives just days before the launch of the 2025 Champions Season this Saturday, signalling what industry stakeholders are calling a "new dawn" for horse racing in the province. The acquisition, in development since early 2023, brings with it a much-needed R500 million investment package aimed at reviving and modernising KwaZulu-Natal's beleaguered racing industry. Once a jewel in South Africa’s sporting crown, the sec...

SMOKE, SPEED, AND SPECTACLE: HyperDrift 2025 set to burn rubber at Carnival City

14Apr

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SMOKE, SPEED, AND SPECTACLE: HyperDrift 2025 set to burn rubber at Carnival City

Motorsport fans, get ready for a fuel-filled frenzy as HyperDrift 2025 tears into Carnival City on 30 and 31 May 2025, promising two electrifying days of drift battles, adrenaline, and automotive culture at its loudest. This year’s event moves to a new home, with Carnival City selected as the venue for its state-of-the-art facilities and proven record in hosting major events. With its expansive grounds and top-notch infrastructure, it provides the ideal setting for high-speed action and unforgettable fan experiences. On the track, fans can expect non-stop entertainment as South Africa’s finest drifters face off in thrilling head-to-head duels. These high-skill showdowns will feature breathtaking slides, perfectly timed transitions, and a symphony of engines echoing through the venue....

FROM BIRMINGHAM TO INVERCARGILL: Spar Proteas set for high-stakes test series in New Zealand ahead of 2026 Commonwealth Games

14Apr

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FROM BIRMINGHAM TO INVERCARGILL: Spar Proteas set for high-stakes test series in New Zealand ahead of 2026 Commonwealth Games

By Sitha Maliwa Caption: Spar Proteas captain Khanyisa Chawane in action against the Silver Ferns of New Zealand at the 2023 Netball World Cup staged in Cape Town. Photo credit: World Netball/Gallo Images The Spar Proteas will travel to New Zealand later this year for a three-Test series against the Silver Ferns, as part of their build-up to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney. The highly anticipated series will see the fifth-ranked Proteas take on world number two, New Zealand, in a battle for the prestigious Taini Jamison Trophy. Matches are scheduled for September 21 in Auckland, September 24 in Napier, and September 28 in Invercargill. Head coach Jenny van Dyk emphasized the importance of facing elite competition in preparatio...

ELEGANCE, SPORT, AND PRESTIGE: The Nedbank International Polo returns

9Apr

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ELEGANCE, SPORT, AND PRESTIGE: The Nedbank International Polo returns

By Sitha Maliwa The much-anticipated 2025 Nedbank International Polo is set to return to the iconic Inanda Club in Johannesburg on Saturday, 17 May 2025, offering an unparalleled experience where sport, luxury, and high society converge in a day of sheer sophistication. This premier event promises to deliver everything from thrilling polo action to a celebration of fashion and elite socializing. It’s more than just a sporting event; it’s a lifestyle affair that brings together the best of equestrian mastery, world-class hospitality, and the glamour of high society. One of the most exciting aspects of the 2025 Nedbank International Polo is the highly anticipated matchup between South Africa and Argentina, two of the world’s leading polo nations. The event will showcase an ...

TRANSFORMING LIVES: Cipla partners with Pondo Trail Run 2025 to bring smiles and support conservation efforts

9Apr

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TRANSFORMING LIVES: Cipla partners with Pondo Trail Run 2025 to bring smiles and support conservation efforts

By Sitha Maliwa The Pondo Trail Run, set to return from 28 May to 1 June 2025, is offering runners a unique opportunity to experience one of the world’s most untouched coastlines while raising funds for two important causes: the Pondoland Conservation Trust and the Cipla Foundation’s Miles for Smiles initiative. Cipla, a partner of the event, will once again help fund corrective surgeries for children born with a cleft condition, continuing its commitment to improving lives in South Africa. This annual event takes participants on a thrilling three-stage trail run through the rugged northern section of the Wild Coast, a region known for its exceptional biodiversity, including over 150 plant species that cannot be found anywhere else on Earth. The scenic beauty and physical cha...

HIGH STAKES: Telkom Netball League returns for the 2025 season with exciting new additions

8Apr

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HIGH STAKES: Telkom Netball League returns for the 2025 season with exciting new additions

By Sitha Maliwa The Telkom Netball League (TNL) is back for the 2025 season, and it promises to be bigger and more thrilling than ever before. Netball South Africa, in partnership with Telkom, announced the much-anticipated return of the league, which officially kicks off on Saturday, 26 April 2025. This year, the Sun City Superbowl in North-West Province will serve as the host venue, welcoming fans to what is expected to be an electrifying season of netball action. As Africa’s largest franchise netball competition, the Telkom Netball League continues to provide a stage for showcasing the best netball talent on the continent. The growing popularity of the league has driven its evolution, and 2025 marks an exciting chapter with two new additions to the competition. For the...

DEFENDED: Glenrose Xaba bids for third Spar Grand Prix title

3Apr

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DEFENDED: Glenrose Xaba bids for third Spar Grand Prix title

By News SA Correspondent CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - MARCH 30: Glenrose Xaba celebrates winning during the 2025 SPAR Women's 10km Challenge and 5km Fun Run at Green Point Common Sports Ground on March 30 202,5 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images) Defending champion Glenrose Xaba's bid to become the fourth athlete to win the SPAR Grand Prix three times got off to a good start with her victory in the first SPAR Women's 10km Challenge in Cape Town on Sunday. The Boxer runner won the race in 33:13 to earn 20 points for the victory and five bonus points. She is just one point ahead of the Ethiopian Nedbank runner, Salem Gebre, who also earned five bonus points. They were the only senior runners to earn bonus points. Last year, Xaba won maximum bon...

WORLD CUP DREAM: Bafana Bafana take a huge step towards World Cup qualification with 2-0 win over Benin

25Mar

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WORLD CUP DREAM: Bafana Bafana take a huge step towards World Cup qualification with 2-0 win over Benin

By Sitha Maliwa Jayden Adam's Picture from X Bafana Bafana continued their impressive World Cup qualifying campaign with a composed 2-0 victory over Benin at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. This 2-0 victory is not just another three points. It is a declaration. South Africa, with 13 points, now stands firmly at the top of Group C, five points clear of second-placed Rwanda, and they are within touching distance of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana Bafana are looking increasingly like strong contenders for qualification. They will now turn their attention to the next round of qualifiers. Maintaining their current form will be crucial as they aim to return to the world’s biggest football stage for the first time since hosting the tournament in 2010. B...