South Africa

Springboks select Kolbe at fullback for Japan clash

2025년 10월 28일 Thandiwe Zulu

South Africa's Springboks have named an exciting lineup for their match against Japan on November 1 at Wembley Stadium, featuring Cheslin Kolbe at fullback and a debut for prop Zachary Porthen. The team boasts 1,097 combined caps despite the outside the international window constraints. Coach Rassie Erasmus highlighted the squad's depth and the return of key players from injury.

Netball SA elects new president amid Athletics SA leadership suspension

On October 25, 2025, Netball South Africa elected Mami Diale as its new president, replacing the suspended Cecilia Molokwane amid allegations of financial misconduct. On the same day, Athletics South Africa's board suspended its president, James Moloi, over similar accusations of misusing federation funds. Both cases highlight ongoing governance challenges in South African sports administration.

Creecy launches RFI for Prasa's 600 million passenger trips

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has issued a request for information to attract private investment in rebuilding South Africa's passenger rail network, targeting 600 million annual journeys by the end of the decade. The initiative emphasizes state ownership while seeking market input to design the future of rail amid past challenges like theft and mismanagement. Recent improvements in service reliability offer cautious optimism for recovery.

Public works launches action plan to end construction failures

South Africa's Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has unveiled the South African Construction Action Plan to address chronic issues in public construction projects. Minister Dean Macpherson announced the initiative in Cape Town, aiming to restore accountability and halt the cycle of incomplete schools, hospitals, and escalating costs. The plan targets mismanagement, disappearing contractors, and criminal interference in the sector.

South Africa beats England to reach first women's cricket world cup final

2025년 10월 29일 Thandiwe Zulu

South Africa's Proteas women's cricket team secured a historic 125-run victory over England in the World Cup semi-final. Captain Laura Wolvaardt scored an unbeaten 169, while Marizanne Kapp took five wickets for 20 runs. The win propels South Africa to their maiden final against the winner of India versus Australia.

South Africa ends load shedding and boosts rail services

South Africa has seen significant improvements in electricity supply and rail transport under the national coalition government formed in June 2024. Load shedding has ended, easing economic pressures, while Transnet's enhancements have increased mining sales. These changes reflect the ANC's shift toward private sector involvement in key services.

Mandy Wiener's book details tense talks behind South Africa's GNU

Veteran journalist Mandy Wiener's new book, The Deal: Inside the Talks that Shaped South Africa’s Future, uncovers the intense negotiations that formed the Government of National Unity in 2024. Drawing on insider accounts, it highlights the rapid deal-making amid political uncertainty. The GNU emerged during a brief pause in the swearing-in ceremony, as described by key figures.

Nada-Jane murder case postponed to 2026

The murder case against Amber Lee Hughes, convicted of killing her ex-boyfriend's four-year-old daughter, has been postponed to February 16, 2026. The defence requested additional time to re-examine evidence in the High Court in Johannesburg. Hughes remains in custody amid ongoing proceedings.

South Africa's provincial nature reserves in crisis

South Africa's provincial nature reserves, vital for biodiversity conservation, are deteriorating due to underfunding, poaching, and mismanagement. A recent report highlights systemic failures across provinces, threatening ecological and economic potential. Urgent reforms are needed to meet national and international obligations.

Bulls hooker Wessels receives nine-week ban despite no visual evidence

A United Rugby Championship disciplinary panel has banned Bulls hooker Jan-Hendrik Wessels for nine weeks after finding him guilty of grabbing and twisting Connacht flanker Josh Murphy's genitals during a recent match. The decision relies on testimony and circumstantial evidence, with no video confirmation of the incident. The Bulls have appealed the sanction.