Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K Announces Landmark Route Change
The most anticipated 10K road race in the Mother City is reaching a historic milestone. For its 2026 edition, the Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K has announced a significant route overhaul that will see thousands of runners finish at one of South Africa’s most storied landmarks. On Sunday, 10 May 2026, a record-breaking field of over 15,000 athletes...
Chris Hani District Municipality MMC Thumeka Bikwana Fatally Shot
The Eastern Cape is reeling from a wave of shock and grief following the news of the assassination of Thumeka Bikwana, a Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for the Chris Hani District Municipality. Bikwana was reportedly targeted and killed in a violent shooting at her home, an incident that has once again highlighted the rising tide of violence directed...
Steven Kitshoff Makes Bold Prediction for Future Springbok Captain
The conversation surrounding who will inherit the Springbok captaincy from Siya Kolisi has taken an unexpected turn. While the rugby world largely expects a massive rebuilding phase following the 2027 Rugby World Cup, former Bok veteran Steven Kitshoff has thrown a new name into the ring: Bulls leader Ruan Nortje. As Kolisi approaches 35, the search for a successor who...
Orlando Pirates Secure CAF Champions League Qualification
The Buccaneers are officially going back to the elite level of African football. Following a clinical 2-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC on Tuesday night, Orlando Pirates have mathematically confirmed their spot in the 2026/27 CAF Champions League. By securing three points at Athlone Stadium, the Sea Robbers have ensured they cannot finish outside the top two of the Betway Premiership....
South Africa Mourns the Passing of Opera Star Khayakazi Madlala
The South African arts and culture landscape is in a state of profound grief following the sudden and tragic passing of the celebrated soprano, Khayakazi Madlala. A luminary in the world of classical music, Madlala was known for her "crystal-clear" vocal texture and a stage presence that commanded the world's most prestigious opera houses. Her passing has sparked a wave...
“History is Just History”: Pule Mmodi Ready for Sundowns Showdown
The atmosphere in Pretoria is reaching a fever pitch as Kaizer Chiefs prepare to take on Mamelodi Sundowns in a sold-out clash at Loftus Versfeld tonight. Despite a rocky run of form, Amakhosi winger Pule Mmodi is adamant that the Glamour Boys are mentally and physically primed to play the role of "kingmaker" in this season's title race. The match,...
Free-to-Air Football: SABC to Broadcast High-Stakes Sundowns vs. Chiefs Clash
The biggest match of the midweek is coming to a television screen near you. The SABC has officially confirmed it will televise the highly anticipated Betway Premiership showdown between Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs this Wednesday evening. With the league title on the line and CAF qualification spots up for grabs, this clash at Loftus Versfeld Stadium is set to...
Who Will Succeed Siya Kolisi as the Springboks’ No. 6?
As Siya Kolisi prepares to turn 35 next month, the countdown to the end of a legendary era has begun. While the double World Cup-winning captain remains the heartbeat of the national side, it is widely anticipated that he will call time on his international career following the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Replacing a figure who is both a tactical...
Hunt Slams Defensive Lapses as Pirates Sink Stellies
The title race in the Betway Premiership has taken another dramatic turn, leaving Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt fuming. After a demoralizing 2-0 defeat to Orlando Pirates at Athlone Stadium on Tuesday night, Hunt didn't mince words regarding the defensive errors that allowed the Buccaneers to seize control. Two goals in the dying minutes of the first half from...
Springboks to Kick Off 2026 Season Against Barbarians in Gqeberha
South African rugby is set for an emotional and high-octane season opener as the Springboks host the world-famous Barbarians at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. This fixture is more than just a match; it is a symbolic homecoming for two of the most influential figures in South African sports: head coach Rassie Erasmus and captain Siya Kolisi. Both Erasmus (from...
