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The risks of head injuries in school rugby: What you need to know
With the rugby season kicking off in South African schools, understanding the risks of head injuries is crucial.
New developments in eThekwini's sports body lease moratorium
The eThekwini Executive Committee discusses a moratorium on sports body lease agreements to address community challenges and ensure sustainable sports development
WATCH: Curro Durbanville's war cry has become an internet sensation
Curro Durbanville's war cry video has had over 35 million views, capturing the attention of Hollywood actress Jennifer Garner.
Cape Town schools benefit from generous sports shoe donation
Eyes lit up and smiles spread across the children’s faces as they collected their new pairs of sports shoes, each offering a grateful thank you.
Njabulo Mbatha shines in Gauteng leg of Track+Field series
Njabulo Mbatha, a promising athletics talent, excelled in the Gauteng leg of the Track+Field series, leading TuksSport High School to victory, aided by impressive performances from his teammates.
Fighting substance abuse: Onverwacht youth receive much-needed sports gear from Tshwane mayor
Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya is leading by example in the fight against youth substance abuse through sports development, donating essential equipment to underprivileged athletes in Onverwacht.
On the road to learning: How the Travelling Classroom is changing education
In an inspiring move to improve education in South Africa’s rural areas, the “Travelling Classroom” is taking learning on the road.
Curries Fountain aims for heritage status
Curries Fountain has been home to many significant events in the country’s history and now its aiming for heritage status
Heartbreaking loss: Krugersdorp High learner dies following cricket match accident
Tributes pour in for Krugersdorp High learner Retshegofetse Sennelo, who tragically died following a freak accident during a cricket match at Christian Brothers' College.
From bare feet to big dreams: The Kasi Angels Foundation's mission to bless 1 million learners with school shoes
For many Primary School learners in South Africa, the path to education begins with bare feet and big dreams.
Discover padel: the sport taking South Africa by storm
From its strategic gameplay to the health benefits it provides, it'll take just one game for you to understand why this sport is well on its way to becoming a beloved national pastime.
Dreams take flight as KZN teen heads to UK for cricket and academia
When KwaZulu-Natal teen Asavela Khambule made the KZN Coastal cricket team at the age of 12 he had his sights set on pursuing his studies and cricket in the UK, and that dream has come true.
Isipingo youngster excels in multiple categories at African kickboxing championship
Shamsud-Deen Khan is now focusing on qualifying for the SAKA provincial trials in Richards Bay next month and the South African National Championships in Newcastle in April.
Water polo brawl, involving two of Cape Town’s most prestigious schools, leads to damages claim
The Western Cape High Court this week ruled that Bingo Ivanisevic of Bishops Diocesan College, who punched Ross Stone of Rondebosch Boys’ High School, is 100% liable for Stone’s damages.
Newton Primary School children learn water safety skills thanks to Tricia Survé Foundation and NSRI
The Tricia Survé Foundation has partnered with the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) to teach Newton Primary School children about water safety.
Young scientists from Western Cape win medals at International Science Fair
Two young scientists from the Western Cape have made their mark on the international stage at the øzmir International Innovation Science Energy Engineering Fair (IISEEF) in Türkiye.
Durban teen balancing cycling dreams and academic success
Find out how 16-year-old Luke Pretorius from Durban balances his passion for competitive cycling with academic excellence through online schooling.
From Lavender Hill to Royal Cape: How Brian Felix is transforming lives through golf and resilience
Brian Felix grew up in Lavender Hill, facing hardship in the 1970s after his family was evicted from their home in Retreat.
Gayton McKenzie: ‘GNU parties on honeymoon while those outside are now divorcing, stealing each other’s wives and husbands’
Drifting into local politics, McKenzie assured the Chinese ambassador that the Government of National Unity parties are having a honeymoon while those outside are bickering.
Chinese Ambassador Wu Peng hands over R2 million table tennis equipment to Sport Minister Gayton McKenzie
Minister McKenzie said there will be ‘consequences which you will read about’ on certain officials responsible for bungling the process to receive the donation from China.
Joshlin Smith Foundation not a registered NPO - Social Development Minister
After he was announced as Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, McKenzie said he would donate 100% of his parliamentary salary to the foundation for missing children.
Grade 7 farewell marks new beginnings for Dr BW Vilakazi Primary School pupils
Dr BW Vilakazi Primary School in KwaMashu hosts a heartfelt farewell for its Grade 7 pupils, featuring inspiring messages from teachers and alumni about the journey ahead.
Angling for help to make world champs in Ireland
Three KZN youngsters on the Surf Casting Protea Junior team chosen to represent the country in Ireland next month are asking for help to get them there.
Default parent? Here’s how to lighten the load
Managing the mental load of parenting is a crucial aspect of maintaining overall well-being.
Blazing honour for Durban teen
Leah Parry from Glenashley has become only the eighth person in the past 30 years to receive a White Blazer, the highest accolade awarded at Durban Girls’ College.