The most consecutive days to run a marathon distance (female) is 150, achieved by Erchana Murray-Bartlett (Australia), in Australia, from 20 August 2022 to 16 January 2023. Erchana’s attempt took her all the way down the Eastern coast of Australia from Cape York to Melbourne. As well as taking on this challenge for personal achievement, […]

Orlando Pirates have been busy during the current transfer window, with the club finalising both incomings and outgoings ahead of the next season. READ | KAIZER CHIEFS REWARD PROMISING YOUNGSTER WITH THREE-YEAR CONTRACT Pirates have been balancing their squad with six new signings announced, being supplemented by seven outgoings as the season draws closer. READ | KAIZER […]

It’s all systems go for the Netball World Cup (NWC) tournament, which is being hosted in the City of Cape Town, with less than 24 hours left until the opening match on home soil. The tournament will run from 28 July to 6 August and will be the first to take place on the continent […]

An injury to Sam Cane has forced coach Ian Foster to make one change to the All Blacks lineup and appoint a new captain for Saturday’s Bledisloe Cup clash against the Wallabies. Regular skipper Cane suffered a neck injury in his team’s commanding victory over the Springboks a fortnight ago and given his had previously […]

Kaizer Chiefs are now deep into their pre-season under new coach Molefi Ntseki, but for the most part, it looked like it would be Nasreddine Nabi at the helm. READ | ORLANDO PIRATES SHIP OUT OF FAVOUR STAR OFF AHEAD OF NEW SEASON Nabi has since put pen to paper with AS FAR Rabat of Morocco, while Chiefs look to usher in […]

This Saturday, the Springboks will take on Argentina in the final game of the Rugby Championship at a packed Ellis Park. Kick off is at 5.05pm. It has now been confirmed to TheSouthAfrican.com that the South African national anthem will be sung by the famed Ndlovu Youth Choir in what is sure to be an extremely special moment before kick […]

The 2023 Rugby World Cup is now just around the corner, with the tournament taking place from 8 September to 28 October, with broadcasting giant SuperSport set to comprehensively cover all the games. Revealed: Who is singing SA anthem before Springbok game Notably, it’s now been confirmed that ex-All Blacks great – and now popular broadcaster – Justin Marshall will […]

Orlando Pirates veteran goalkeeper Siyabonga Mpontshane is set to stay with the Soweto giants after he was linked with a move away. The 37-year-old keeper was rumoured to move to AmaZulu this coming season. The kwa-Zulu Natal outfit was reportedly looking for an experienced keeper to provide competition for Veli Mothwa, who is their main choice […]

Orlando Pirates reject Collins Makgaka has seemingly failed to impress at Stellies and has stopped training with the club. The South African reported that the former Baroka star, Makgaka left Pirates after falling down the pecking order. ALO READ I EXCLUSIVE: Stellies boss admires Pirates reject Makgaka In the middle of the pre-season, Makgaka resurfaced at Stellenbosch […]

Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler is delighted as they unveil Angolan international striker Jo Paciencia as the club announced him on Wednesday. City said the experienced striker, Paciencia joins on a permanent deal after impressing coach Tinkler and his technical team. In a statement shared by City on social media, the club the new […]

We identify all the head coaches in charge of the 20 teams which are set to vie for the Williams Webb Ellis trophy at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France between September and October. With the World Cup fast approaching, The South African brings you the names of all 20 participating teams’ head coaches. ALSO […]

Orlando Pirates have reached an agreement with Maritzburg United for the services of midfielder Karim Kimvuidi. The Congolese midfielder was sensational for Maritzburg last season where he provided four assists in 29 matches for the Team of Choice. Since the club got relegated, the 21-year-old has been linked to Kaizer Chiefs and Pirates in recent […]

Kaizer Chiefs coach Molefi Ntseki reveals his mandate, saying he is fully aware that he could be fired by tomorrow if results are not forthcoming. Ntseki took over the coaching reigns at Chiefs after Arthur Zwane was demoted to the assistant coach role during the off-season. ALSO READ I SuperSport CEO opens up on Dzvumakanja capture […]

Banyana Banyana defender Bambanani Mbane is wary of Argentina’s threat yet she wants nothing but a win in their second FIFA World Cup tie on Friday. Mbane also reflected on their 2-1 loss at the hands of Sweden, saying Banyana benefitted from the display as a team. ALSO READ I Banyana’s Ellis on why underfire Swart started […]

GRANT WILLIAMS: A TRUE SOUTH AFRICAN GEM Grant Williams, the scrumhalf whose speed could give a cheetah a run for its money, is lighting up the South African rugby scene. This homegrown talent, honed on the fields of Durban and now wowing the world as a Springbok, carries the hopes of South Africans on his […]

Popular South African swimmer Tatjana Schoenmaker has added another accolade to her prolific haul, claiming the silver medal in the 100m breaststroke at the World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, Japan on Tuesday. It was an exciting race with the 26-year-old star reaching the 50m mark in fourth place… but storming back into podium contention in […]

Orlando Pirates has announced the club has reached an agreement with Maritzburg United for the services of Karim Kimvuidi. Recently it was reported that the talented 21-year-old Congolese star could turn down local offers to instead head to MLS outfit DC United. However, Pirates have continued to make big business moves, and announced the signing on social media […]

Bayern Munich are reportedly set to swoop for Manchester United legend David de Gea in a bid to firm up their goalkeeping stocks. Bayern’s own veteran stopper, Manuel Neuer, is currently on the shelf with injury. BAYERN MUNICH LINING UP MOVE FOR DAVID DE GEA The experience and quality of David de Gea would be […]

Following the news that Orlando Pirates are planning to release midfielder Goodman Mosele, the Ghost fans are divided, saying Pirates are opening up a space for Bathusi Aubaas. The South African reported that Mosele is set to go on loan as Pirates deem his surplus to requirements, and the fans have made their call, they want […]

On Tuesday, 8 August, the Springbok coaches will unveil their 33-man for the World Cup, and there are likely to be both surprise inclusions and omissions. Below we take a look at three players who we think could turn out to be relatively surprise selections. ALSO READ: Springboks make surprise selections for Argentina Test COULD THESE SPRINGBOK […]

Sharks and Springboks scrumhalf Grant Williams catches the eye almost every time he plays but he had to sweat to get where he is. Williams is known for his dynamic attacking play and incredible speed and acceleration but as a small guy in a big man’s game he has had his struggles. ALSO READ: Unpopular […]

We identify all the head coaches in charge of the 20 teams which are set to vie for the Williams Webb Ellis trophy at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France between September and October. With the 2023 Rugby World Cup fast approaching, SA People brings you the names of all 20 participating teams’ head […]

Newly signed SuperSport United midfield anchorman Grant Margeman has shared the details of his recent departure from Mamelodi Sundowns. The former Ajax Cape Town star midfielder spent the past season on loan at SuperSport from Sundowns before making a permanent move last week. ALSO READ I Banyana’s Ellis on why underfire Swart started ahead of Dlamini […]

The Orlando Pirates midfield competition was has been showing signs of forcing an exist or two. Reports says Goodman Mosele is at the exit gate. ALSO READ: Chiefs move three matches away from Jozi ALSO READ: ‘I offered my players to Chiefs’: Top agent  ORLANDO PIRATES TO RELEASE GOODMAN MOSELE? As previously reported, the 23-year-old Mosele is […]

SuperSport United have completed a week-long pre-season training camp in Durban and have their eyes set on the new season. Matsatsantsa finished third in the DStv Premiership last season which guaranteed them a spot in this season’s CAF Confederation Cup. ALSO READ: Hunt ‘laughs’ at Chiefs for appointing Ntseki as coach The team managed to reinforce […]