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Will we see full-house fan parks during the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoWill we see full-house fan parks during the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Mandla Ncikazi urges Orlando Pirates focus ahead of Betway Premiership title decider

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi says Orlando Pirates understand the pressure and importance of beating Orbit College to win the Betway Premiership league title.

Leinster will front up in Champions Cup final as well as URC quarter against Lions, says Jaque Fourie

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Lions are in Dublin awaiting their URC quarter-final against Leinster on May 30. While they wait, their opponents are playing a tough Champions Cup final against ...

Watch Video1978 Fifa World Cup: The dark political shadow behind Argentina's maiden triumph on home soil

John Goliath|Published

Played under the chilling shadow of General Videla’s military dictatorship, the 1978 Fifa World Cup in Argentina remains the most politically charged showpiece in ...

Watch VideoBoost for Blitzboks as Gino Cupido, Dewald Human return for World Champs in Spain, France

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Blitzboks squad to play World Championship matches in Europe has been announced, with two experienced stars back from injury

South Africa sees a decline in murders, but organised crime remains a pressing issue

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

South Africa's crime statistics show a 9.5% drop in murders in early 2026, yet Police Minister Firoz Cachalia warns of persistent violence linked to domestic issues ...

Watch VideoLuke Baartman determined to climb Kaizer Chiefs' pecking order

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Luke Baartman says hard work and a full pre-season can help him earn more opportunities at Kaizer Chiefs next season.

Watch VideoDurban City looks to find redemption against Usuthu in Durban derby return leg

Jehran Naidoo|Published

Durban City have a chance to even the score against KwaZulu-Natal rivals AmaZulu this Saturday at Chatsworth Stadium in the pair’s second meeting of the season. ...

Watch VideoKevin Foote hails Junior Boks' ability to 'stay on task' during runaway victory over Chile

Mike Greenaway|Published

On Thursday, the Junior Springboks began the U20 International Series with a massive defeat of Chile in Cape Town

Watch VideoLocal runners eye upset against marathon giants in Cape Town

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Inspired by Arthur Jantjies’ stunning Totalsports Two Oceans triumph, South Africa’s marathon hopefuls will believe they can challenge the sport’s global elite at ...

Motsoaledi unveils tech-driven strategy to combat HIV, TB and cancer

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has revealed a new approach to combat HIV, TB, and cervical cancer, utilising cutting-edge technology and innovative strategies. ...

Watch VideoGood and bad news for Lions on the injury front ahead of Leinster URC quarter-final

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A torn biceps has ruled Morné van den Berg out for up to six months, leaving the Lions without their star scrumhalf for next weekend's historic URC quarter-final. ...

Judge Balton orders State to reassess witness recall in Zandile Gumede trial

Nomonde Zondi|Updated

The Durban High Court has instructed the State to reconsider its request to recall a witness in the corruption trial of former eThekwini Mayor Zandile Gumede and ...

Durban's Mayor Cyril Xaba announces new repatriation office for refugees

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Durban Mayor Cyril Xaba has unveiled plans for a Repatriation Facilitation Office to assist legally recognised refugees wishing to return home, amidst rising tensions ...

Sugarcane farmers bid to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation

Thami Magubane|Published

Farmers in South Africa are rallying to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation, with a new grower-led initiative aimed at securing funding and preserving jobs in the ...

Watch VideoThe Ghost have played their part, leaving it up to Orlando Pirates players to seal a historic season

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Orlando Pirates are on the verge of their most successful Premier Soccer League campaign to date, needing just three points from their final two fixtures to secure ...

Orlando Pirates eye historic league title in familiar Mbombela cauldron

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Having already tasted cup and league glory at the Mbombela Stadium twice this season, Orlando Pirates return to Nelspruit looking to end a painful 14-year title ...

Watch VideoThe last four Orlando Pirates-PSL title triumphs

Smiso Msomi|Published

Orlando Pirates head into another winner-takes-all final day knowing their previous PSL-era league triumphs were also built on nerve, drama and surviving enormous ...

Watch VideoSA influence strong in Bordeaux team, former Bok coach with Leinster in Champions Cup final

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Champions Cup final takes place on Saturday in Spain. Several South Africans will be playing for Bordeaux while former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber is with ...

Watch VideoKeanu Cupido responds to growing Bafana Bafana calls ahead of World Cup squad announcement

Smiso Msomi|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Keanu Cupido says he would be honoured to represent Bafana Bafana at the FIFA World Cup after growing calls for his inclusion following ...