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Akani Simbine continues unbeaten run with win at Rabat Diamond League
Akani Simbine wins the 100m race at the Rabat Diamond League, finishing in 9.95 seconds to continue his unbeaten run in 2025.
News
When is Cornal Hendricks funeral? – Here’s everything you must know
Cornal Hendricks will be laid to rest this Sunday in Wellington, with memorial services planned in Wellington and Paarl before the funeral.
Viral News
Rayno Nel makes history as the world’s strongest man
Rayno Nel has become the first South African and African to win the World’s Strongest Man competition, making history with his debut victory in California.
Sports
Watch: Team SA showered with hero’s welcome after World Relay Championships glory [video]
Team South Africa’s athletics squad received a hero’s welcome at OR Tambo after winning two golds and a bronze at the World Relay Championships in China.
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Who is Charlotte Lavish? – Woman accuses Marcus Thuram of abuse
Adult star Charlotte Lavish has accused Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram of abuse in a TikTok video, just days before a crucial Champions League match.
News
President Ramaphosa honours SA Athletes for Olympic and Paralympic excellence
The event honoured the medalists and highlighted the transformative power of sport in uniting the nation.
International
Jordan Chiles appeals CAS decision on her Olympic bronze medal
Jordan Chiles has officially appealed the CAS ruling that stripped her of her Olympic bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Games, claiming fundamental unfairness in the process.
Sports
Rachael Gunn tops breakdancing world rankings
Rachael Gunn, despite a controversial Olympic showing, retains the top spot in breakdancing world rankings, sparking further debate over her qualification process.
Crime
Rebecca Cheptegei brutal murder sends shockwaves across global athletics
Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei died after being set alight by her ex-boyfriend in Kenya. Here's what we know.
Local
Bayanda Walaza chooses Tuks legacy over US universities
Coach Thabo Matebedi was a huge factor in Bayanda Walaza's choice of Tuks over US universities: 'He made me get two gold medals, and silver at the Olympics, so why must I leave him?'
Sports
Team SA collects top medals at World Athletics U20 Championships
Team South Africa shines at the World Athletics U20 Championships with multiple medals.
Sports
Bayanda Walaza strikes gold at World Athletics U20 Championships
Bayanda Walaza capped off a stellar performance for Team South Africa with gold in the men's 100m final in Lima.
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Watch: Bayanda Walaza gets heroes welcome at Curro school
The 18-year-old sprinter, who is still in Grade 12, was welcomed by a jubilant crowd of students and faculty, who sang in anticipation of his arrival.
Sports
Team SA homecoming: Here’s everything you must know
The homecoming event will take place at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
Sports
Botswana declares ‘off day’ after Letsile Tebogo gold medal win
Tebogo's victory is not only a historic moment for Botswana but also for Africa, as he became the first African to win a gold medal in the 200m at the Olympics.
Sports
2024 Paris Olympics: Team SA athletes qualify for 400m repechage semis
Pillay won his heat with a time of 45.40 seconds, while Nene triumphed in his heat with a remarkable time of 44.81 seconds.
Sports
Noah Lyles reacts to winning mens 100m gold medal
Despite being considered an underdog, Team USA's Lyles surged to victory, clocking an impressive 9.79 seconds.
Sports
Tatjana Smith secures silver for Team SA in 200m breastroke final
With her latest silver medal, Tatjana Smith has become the most decorated athlete in South African history.
Sports
Tatjana Smith on course to make history at 2024 Paris Olympics
With two gold medals and one silver already to her name, she stands on the brink of becoming South Africa’s most successful Olympian.
Sports
Who is Tatjana Smith? – Five things to know about SA’s golden girl
Following her gold medal performance in the 100m breaststroke, Tatjana Smith is set to compete in her preferred event, the 200m breaststroke.
Sports
2024 Paris Olympics: Alan Hatherly wins another medal for Team SA
As of now,Team South Africa has won two bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Sports
Team SA at 2024 Paris Olympics: Here’s everything you must know
Team SA's squad for the 2024 Paris Olympics includes standout athletes like Tatjana Smith and Chad Le Clos.
Crime
Jacques Freitag: Ex-high jump world champion found dead near cemetery
Jacques Freitag was last seen on 17 June 2024, when he left his mother’s house at around 01:00 with an unknown man, reportedly heading to a guesthouse in Pretoria West.
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2024 Comrades Marathon: Gerda Steyn wins third consecutive title
Gerda Steyn clinched her third consecutive victory at the 2024 Comrades Marathon, setting a new course record and solidifying her dominance in the ultra-marathon world.
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Who is Piet Wiersma? – Five things to know about the 2024 Comrades Marathon winner
Discover key facts about Piet Wiersma, the 2024 Comrades Marathon winner, who overcame past challenges to claim victory.
Sports
Who is Oleksandr Usyk? – Five things to know about the new world heavyweight champion
Discover key facts about Oleksandr Usyk, the new world boxing heavyweight champion who defeated Tyson Fury.
Sports
Who is Esti Olivier? – Five things to know about canoeist representing South Africa at 2024 Paris Olympics
Esti Olivier, a seasoned canoeist, is set to represent South Africa at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Local
Oscar Pistorius wears crooked smile in first post-parole pics
Recently paroled, Oscar Pistorius was seen in public for the first time, smiling as he visited a parole office in Pretoria.
International
Kelvin Kiptum dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Kelvin Kiptum's relentless pursuit of excellence saw him setting three of the seven fastest marathons ever recorded, earning him a revered spot in the annals of marathon running.
Crime
A look into Oscar Pistorius’s life on parole: These are the conditions he must live by
Oscar Pistorius prepares for life under strict parole conditions following his release from prison. These are the rules that will govern his daily life.
