sports news rss feed https://www.theafrica.co.za/rss/ https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/kms-skenk-themde-aan-crossroads-fc-461972191 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/kms-skenk-themde-aan-crossroads-fc-461972191 KNYSNA NUUS - Crossroads-sokkerklub het onlangs n welkome borgskap van Knysna Motor Strippers (KMS) ontvang in die vorm van T-hemde wat die onderneming aan die klub se spelers oorhandig het. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:14:52 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/world-cup-history-beckons-for-coach-hugo-broos-and-bafana-bafana-46197235 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/world-cup-history-beckons-for-coach-hugo-broos-and-bafana-bafana-46197235 Bafana Bafana are highly motivated and prepared to make World Cup history. After three unsuccessful attempts in France in 1998, South Korea and Japan in 2002 and on home soil in 2010, South Africa a Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:14:50 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/this-is-durban-citys-new-coach-46197232 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/this-is-durban-citys-new-coach-46197232 Durban City have appointed former Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef ahead of the new season. Youssef parted ways with Chiefs at the end of the season after he, alongside Cedric Kaze, guided Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:14:50 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/buthelezi-chauke-meet-in-war-of-attrition-46197225 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/buthelezi-chauke-meet-in-war-of-attrition-46197225 SA boxing history will be made on July 25 at the Sandton Convention Centre, where two boxers with a combined age of 80 will exchange blows. Jackson M3` Chauke, 41, and 39-year-old Gideon Hardcore Bu Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:14:50 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/give-us-something-to-celebrate-bafana-46197224 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/give-us-something-to-celebrate-bafana-46197224 What started as potential disaster for Bafana Bafana could end in countrywide delirium by the early hours of Thursday morning, should our national team overcome South Korea in their final Group A Worl Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:14:50 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/lower-fuel-prices-on-the-cards-for-july-heres-what-to-expect-4619724 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/lower-fuel-prices-on-the-cards-for-july-heres-what-to-expect-4619724 Fuel prices are expected to drop in July following a fall in global oil prices after a US-Iran truce, but gains may be limited by the end of South Africa`s fuel tax reprieve and the impact of the slat Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:14:49 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/bafana-bafana-need-victory-to-keep-world-cup-hopes-alive-461962246 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/bafana-bafana-need-victory-to-keep-world-cup-hopes-alive-461962246 FOOTBALL NEWS - It is a do-or-die moment for South Africa as Bafana Bafana prepare to face South Korea in their final 2026 Fifa World Cup Group A match on Thursday. According to Sedibeng Ster, Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:46 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/south-african-fans-named-among-worlds-most-colourful-supporters-at-2026-world-cup-461962245 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/south-african-fans-named-among-worlds-most-colourful-supporters-at-2026-world-cup-461962245 FOOTBALL NEWS - South African fans have been named among the world s most colourful supporter cultures ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to a new international fan reputation study. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:46 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/mofokeng-mokoena-chaine-tipped-for-player-of-the-season-gong-46196239 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/mofokeng-mokoena-chaine-tipped-for-player-of-the-season-gong-46196239 Former Orlando Pirates winger Dikgang Terminator Mabalane has tipped Orlando Pirates duo Relebohile Mofokeng and Sipho Chaine, alongside Mamelodi Sundowns Teboho Mokoena, to battle it out for the cove Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:44 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/meet-ddc-youngsters-ready-for-topflight-football-46196238 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/meet-ddc-youngsters-ready-for-topflight-football-46196238 With the new PSL season set to start on August 1, we pick a few DStv Diski Challenge (DDC) youngsters who have proven they are ready to dazzle in the Premiership. Phopho`, the 18-year-old dribbling Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:44 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/golden-gloves-at-49-a-dynasty-built-for-the-next-50-years-46196237 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/golden-gloves-at-49-a-dynasty-built-for-the-next-50-years-46196237 Despite having been around since 1977, Golden Gloves is moving seamlessly into its 50th-year anniversary. It was founded by Rodney Berman. Now with Nivi Grogor firmly at the helm, alongside Berman, Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:44 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/exploring-the-volkswagen-amarok-a-journey-up-south-africas-iconic-pass-46196216 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/exploring-the-volkswagen-amarok-a-journey-up-south-africas-iconic-pass-46196216 Join us on an exhilarating five-day journey through South Africa`s breathtaking landscapes as we test the Volkswagen Amarok, exploring its performance and features along iconic passes. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:43 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/shocking-cavity-under-joburg-highway-bridge-is-just-the-tip-of-the-illegal-mining-iceberg-46196210 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/shocking-cavity-under-joburg-highway-bridge-is-just-the-tip-of-the-illegal-mining-iceberg-46196210 A large illegal excavation beneath a M2 highway bridge in Johannesburg has raised alarm over the impact of illegal mining on critical infrastructure, with the JRA warning of extensive underground dama Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:35:43 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/springboks-kick-off-season-in-style-with-80point-barbarians-thrashing-46195229 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/springboks-kick-off-season-in-style-with-80point-barbarians-thrashing-46195229 Exhibition rugby was celebrated at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on Saturday as the Springboks and Barbarians played with a smile, not a care in the world and without the pressure and exp Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/psl-new-season-to-kick-off-on-august-1-46195227 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/psl-new-season-to-kick-off-on-august-1-46195227 Unlike in the past, where the Premier Soccer League (PSL) season kicked off with the MTN8, the 2026/27 campaign will start with league matches on August 1, according to the circular the league sent to Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/bafana-bafana-midfield-dilemma-hugo-broos-faces-psychological-selection-crisis-after-teboho-mokoena-46195217 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/bafana-bafana-midfield-dilemma-hugo-broos-faces-psychological-selection-crisis-after-teboho-mokoena-46195217 Teboho Mokoenas suspension leaves Bafana Bafana facing a major midfield reshuffle ahead of their decisive World Cup clash against South Korea, with Sphephelo Sitholes return carrying both promise and Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/springbok-squad-winners-and-losers-who-gained-and-who-missed-out-on-selection-46195216 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/springbok-squad-winners-and-losers-who-gained-and-who-missed-out-on-selection-46195216 Rassie Erasmus rewarded several form players and a handful of exciting young talents in his latest Springbok squad, but a few experienced campaigners were left disappointed. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/rare-fifa-world-cup-2026-memorabilia-hits-south-african-market-46195215 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/rare-fifa-world-cup-2026-memorabilia-hits-south-african-market-46195215 South African football fans now have the opportunity to own a piece of FIFA World Cup 26 history after a range of officially licensed gold and silver collectables became available locally. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/siya-kolisi-reflects-on-valuable-lessons-from-springboks-12try-rout-of-barbarians-46195210 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/siya-kolisi-reflects-on-valuable-lessons-from-springboks-12try-rout-of-barbarians-46195210 Skipper Siya Kolisi believes the Springboks learned critical lessons for the upcoming Nations Championship despite dismantling the Barbarians 80-31 in Gqeberha. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/bafana-bafanas-fatal-flaw-why-earlygame-blunders-threaten-to-crash-south-africas-world-cup-dream-4619529 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/bafana-bafanas-fatal-flaw-why-earlygame-blunders-threaten-to-crash-south-africas-world-cup-dream-4619529 South Africa face a critical issue ahead of their decisive World Cup match against South Korea, with early defensive lapses leaving Bafana Bafana repeatedly chasing games. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/theyre-shouting-my-name-marizanne-kapp-relishes-blue-army-cauldron-in-proteas-women-win-4619524 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/theyre-shouting-my-name-marizanne-kapp-relishes-blue-army-cauldron-in-proteas-women-win-4619524 Proteas Women`s all-rounder Marizanne Kapp shrugged off a hostile crowd in Manchester, claiming two wickets before hitting an unbeaten 81 to guide South Africa to a thrilling win over India. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:02 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/four-sa-boxers-to-fight-for-wbc-belts-thanks-to-visit-by-president-sulaimn-46195225 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/four-sa-boxers-to-fight-for-wbc-belts-thanks-to-visit-by-president-sulaimn-46195225 The recent visit to SA by WBC president Mauricio Sulaimn from Mexico has opened doors for local fighters to participate in matches that are sanctioned by his organisation. His visit was initiated by Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:01 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/broos-turns-to-mrdependablein-midfielder-thalente-mbatha-46195224 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/broos-turns-to-mrdependablein-midfielder-thalente-mbatha-46195224 It happened once again against Czechia in Atlanta last week. When Bafana Bafana had their backs against the wall after their disappointing loss to Mexico, coach Hugo Broos turned to Thalente Mbatha Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:01 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/sa-mens-hockey-team-one-win-away-from-fih-pro-league-46194257 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/sa-mens-hockey-team-one-win-away-from-fih-pro-league-46194257 The South African mens hockey team are one win away from joining the elite FIH Pro League. The Proteas reached the final of the Nations Cup tournament in Cape Town after a pulsating victory over two Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:37:12 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/boks-score-12-tries-in-baabaas-win-46194253 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/boks-score-12-tries-in-baabaas-win-46194253 The Springboks come out on top in a festival of running rugby against the Barbarians in Gqeberha. The Boks won 80-points to 31, scoring 12 tries while the Baabaas got five of their own. The halfti Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:37:12 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/rassie-happy-with-attack-unhappy-with-defence-worried-about-injury-to-mostert-4619422 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/rassie-happy-with-attack-unhappy-with-defence-worried-about-injury-to-mostert-4619422 Overall, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus was satisfied with his team`s season-opener against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on Saturday. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:37:12 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/six-uncapped-players-earn-springbok-callups-as-embrose-papier-and-herschel-jantjies-return-4619421 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/six-uncapped-players-earn-springbok-callups-as-embrose-papier-and-herschel-jantjies-return-4619421 Rassie Erasmus has rewarded six uncapped players with Springbok call-ups for the Nations Championship, while scrumhalves Herschel Jantjies and Embrose Papier return to the national setup after impress Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:37:12 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/temba-bavuma-says-time-magazine-award-will-drive-him-to-further-achievement-46194217 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/temba-bavuma-says-time-magazine-award-will-drive-him-to-further-achievement-46194217 South Africa`s cricket captain has been honoured by an iconic American publication for his hard work on and of the field. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:37:11 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/game-day-i-golden-opportunity-for-newbies-to-impress-springboks-boss-rassie-erasmus-46194212 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/game-day-i-golden-opportunity-for-newbies-to-impress-springboks-boss-rassie-erasmus-46194212 The Springboks kick off their busy international calendar with a warm-up match against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on Saturday. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:37:11 GMT https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/the-heartbeat-how-bafana-bafanas-teboho-mokoena-shouldered-the-burden-of-a-nation-4619428 https://www.theafrica.co.za/africanews/the-heartbeat-how-bafana-bafanas-teboho-mokoena-shouldered-the-burden-of-a-nation-4619428 Faced with immense pressure and a looming World Cup exit, the Bafana Bafana midfielder delivered a defining masterclass in composure against the Czech Republic. Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:37:11 GMT