South Africa: Gayton Mckenzie Silent On Basketball Fiasco

[ad_1] The sports minister promised to report back last Friday after chaos of U18 African Championship tournament came to light With less than one week to go, Basketball South Africa (BSA) has finally released the lists for the national teams that will be competing in this year's U18 Basketball African Championship. Players who were not selected are upset that many of the players chosen for the national squad did not have to go to the same trials they did. With […]

August 28, 2024

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South Africa: Olympics – 4 Things South African Sport Tourism Can Learn From What Went Right in Paris

[ad_1] If you followed the Paris 2024 Olympics broadcast, you'll have noticed the breathtaking city backdrop to events, the festive atmosphere and active support of spectators. Touted as marking a new era, the games introduced several innovations in its planning and delivery - starting with an opening ceremony outside a stadium for the first time ever. I was fortunate to be among the Paris crowd as both a researcher and a sport fan. I research and teach sport tourism and […]

August 14, 2024

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Zimbabwe/South Africa: Manica Diamonds Joins the Race for Khama Billiat’s Signature

[ad_1] Manica Diamonds has joined the race to sign former Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs forward Khama Billiat. The Mutare-based premier soccer league outfit is among the three teams interested in signing the 33-year-old former Warriors star who is currently a free agent. Manica Diamonds' interest was confirmed by one of the club's executive members who spoke on condition of anonymity. "He ( Khama Billiat) is a very good player and everyone wants to have him, we are not exceptional. […]

February 16, 2024

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Africa: South Africa Steps Up Cancer Data Gathering

[ad_1] Johannesburg — South Africa has begun collecting data on cancer directly from patients for the first time, to help shape national cancer policies and resourcing. A lack of extensive and detailed data has long been recognised as a barrier to improved cancer care, amid a national and Africa-wide crisis. According to the World Health Organization, there are around 1.1 million new cancer cases and 700, 000 deaths from cancer in Africa each year. "With every registration, it takes us […]

February 15, 2024

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Africa: IcJ’s Gaza Genocide Case – Big Win, but With What Effect?

[ad_1] Ensuring Israel's compliance with the provisional measures will require action by other international bodies, states and civil society. On 26 January, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered provisional measures in South Africa's case against Israel on allegations of genocide in Gaza. Securing the order, which was hailed as a major achievement, is one thing - seeing to its implementation is another. With this decision, the ICJ instructed Israel to prevent genocide, ensure Israeli forces don't commit genocide, and […]

February 15, 2024

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South Africa: Afcon Bronze Medalists Bafana Arrive Home in Pomp and Ceremony

[ad_1] The South African senior men's team walked away with the bronze medal at AFCON after beating DR Congo 6-5 on penalties in the tournament's third-place playoffs. A huge crowd gathered at the airport from 2am and patiently waited for coach Hugo Broos and his team to arrive later in the morning on Valentine's Day. Sports Minister Zizi Kodwa thanked the team for restoring the country's pride and also gave special mention to the small band of members of the […]

February 14, 2024

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South Africa: Draft Work Visa Regulations a Boon for Attracting Skills

[ad_1] South Africa's new draft work visa regulations are a milestone for the country's efforts to attract investment and promote job creation. This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who addressed the nation through his weekly newsletter on Monday. Last week, the Department of Home Affairs released the draft second amendment of the Immigration Regulations for public comment. The draft regulations deal with remote work and critical skills visas. "The publication of the new draft regulations are part of our […]

February 13, 2024

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Africa: It's Time for Africa!

[ad_1] [SAnews.gov.za] The official launch of South Africa's first shipment and preferential trading under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) on 31 January 2024, at the Port of Durban goes beyond a feather in the cap for trade and economic growth. It signals the unyielding African spirit which has prevailed against the injustices that plagued our continent, including colonialism and apartheid. [ad_2] Source link

February 13, 2024

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South Africa: Broos Proud of Bafana Bafana After Bronze Medal

[ad_1] South Africa coach Hugo Broos said he was proud of his players after they edged Democratic Republic of Congo on penalties to claim the bronze medal at the Africa Cup of Nations finals in the Ivory Coast. Bafana had lost on spot-kicks to Nigeria in the semifinals but rallied to leave west Africa with a medal and underline their potential as a side. It was the best finish for the COSAFA region at the finals since Zambia took gold […]

February 13, 2024

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