19 May 2026 — Mr Mark Alexander, the president of SA Rugby, congratulated Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus, who was honoured with the National Order of Ikhamanga in Gold by the Presidency on Tuesday. The Order of Ikhamanga recognises South African citizens who have excelled in the fields of arts, culture, literature, music, journalism and sport. According to the Presidency, …

18 May 2026 – The South African Football Association (SAFA), Hollywoodbets and the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) are pleased to announce a new format for the Hollywoodbets Super League. This venture underscores a continued commitment to building a stronger, commercially viable, and fully professional women’s football ecosystem in South Africa. This year, the league will move from a 16-team …

HERMAN GIBBS 17 May, 2026 — Siyakholwa Kuse delivered a remarkable performance to defeat Melvin Jerusalem and win the WBC mini flyweight title. This achievement ranks among the finest by a South African boxer in a world title fight. Kuse, the 22-year-old southpaw from the Eastern Cape, known as ‘One Way’, secured a unanimous decision over the 32-year-old Filipino champion …

Smart money on MARCUS AURELIUS at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth 16 May 2026 — Candice Bass trained MARCUS AURELIUS, distinguished himself when he was just beaten by FUTURE FREE a month ago. His conqueror went on to run way above his official rating behind Hollywoodbets Durban July Gr 1 entry LA PULGA and VIVA’S LIBERTe in the Legal Eagle Stakes Gr 3, …

14 May, 2026 — On Thursday, 11 June, the world will turn its eyes to Mexico as it opens the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with a celebration full of sound, colour, and meaning. It is the first note in a tournament that will echo across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, united by a shared passion for the game that …

13 May 2026 — Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Wednesday named a “purpose and goal-driven” 40-man squad for the team’s second in-person alignment camp in Cape Town next week, featuring two players invited to their first camp in Sibabalwe Mahashe and Zekhethelo Siyaya. Embrose Papier, Francke Horn, Andre-Hugo Venter, and Henco van Wyk, who have all attended alignment camps in …

Something You’ve Never Tried, But You’ll Love… 29 April 2026 — Picture a subtle purple latte in your hand. It’s nothing like you would expect. The colour will grab your attention, and the taste is more intriguing. It is smooth, nutty and sweet with a warmth that settles in like vanilla. This is Ube Vanilla, the newest seasonal addition to …

  28 April 2026 — Having missed the opening race of the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series due to injury, Kabelo Mulaudzi returns in top form after claiming his maiden national 10,000m title. Meanwhile, Kenya’s Felix Kibet Masai will be chasing a personal best on his South African 10km debut at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K …

This article is very likely the last leader I will write for the Independent Media. This leader, written by Herman Gibbs, was published in yesterday’s Cape Times and in other morning titles such as The Mercury, The Star (Johannesburg) and the Pretoria News (Pretoria). Independent Media has opted not to renew contracts for all contracted sports writers. This decision is …

KZN’s own MusiholiQ will be bringing energy and creativity to the Summer Campaign launch. A homegrown artist championing the province’s vibrant cultural and youth appeal.