League news · 15 September 2026
Eastern Cape launches province-wide under-15 league for boys and girls
Ninety-six clubs across all eight districts will play a full SAFA-sanctioned season from May 2027, with every registered player issued a full kit.
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October fuel price shock looms
A steep rise in international petroleum product prices means South African motorists should brace for noticeably higher fuel costs in October
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Bay-born chess maestro to represent Africa in tournament at South Pole
Gqeberha-born chess player Jesse February will represent Africa at the first FIDE-rated chess tournament in Antarctica.
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Wind bands from five Gqeberha schools team up for Pearson concert
Pearson High School is hosting a Symphonic Winds Collaboration on Saturday evening, bringing together pupils from five Gqeberha schools in celebration of music.
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Spot the plan: Public invited to comment on draft leopard strategy
The government has released a new draft strategy for the conservation and management of leopards for public comment.
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Farmer blames ex-wife for ‘implicating’ him in sex crimes
An Eastern Cape farmer accused of having drugged and raped six women has blamed his ex-wife for allegedly orchestrating the charges against him. However, Makhanda high court judge Judith Roberson rejected Louis Lategan’s claims on Tuesday.
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Factional battles still delaying start of Cosatu congress
The second day of Cosatu’s four-day national congress had not yet begun by late Tuesday due to procedural stalemates and factional disputes surrounding delegates’ credentials and leadership suspensions.
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Ekurhuleni killings: Family’s shock at learning daughter a victim
The Kekana family never imagined that their daughter, Itumeleng, 32, would become one of the seven women killed by a suspected serial killer terrorising communities in Ekurhuleni.
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Gqeberha primary school pupils face sex-crime allegations
Two pupils at a Gqeberha primary school have been accused of conspiring in the alleged sexual assault of another schoolboy at the premises on several occasions.
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Childbirth abuse is rife. So why don’t we see it?
Findings from a survey on obstetric violence show that an estimated 1.79-million women who gave birth in the past 10 years in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng were mistreated. We unpack the numbers to show what they really mean
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Ertuğral: Chiefs should keep Petersen
Ex-coach feels errant keeper must be allowed to correct his mistakes
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League news · 15 Sept
Why the girls' divisions run from day one, not season three
Most new youth leagues promise a girls' competition later. Here is why the ECDL refuses to.
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BSA’s Khumalo pays Malajika a surprise visit before he flies to Japan for WBC world title fight
Khumalo and Boxing SA COO Mandla Ntlanganiso paid Team Malajika a surprise visit ahead of their departure to Japan tomorrow morning.
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Provinces unite for renewable energy jobs on shared border
The Eastern and Northern Cape governments have joined forces to ensure billions of rand in renewable-energy investments along their shared border translate into jobs, local business opportunities and broader economic benefits for communities on both sides
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Asian champs Al-Ahli Saudi a proper test for Sundowns, says Williams
Brazilians prepare for serious showdown in Intercontinental Cup match
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Civic group calls for urgent Bay metro leadership overhaul
The Nelson Mandela Bay Civil Society Coalition has drawn a line in the sand ahead of the local government elections, calling for a fundamental overhaul of the metro’s leadership, governance and service delivery to restore public and investor confidence.
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Salsoneville teen excited for diplomacy forum in Paris
Gqeberha’s Kyle Gardner has been selected to be part of the Global Youth Diplomacy Forum which will be held in Paris from September 24-27.
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Australia series next big step for confident Proteas
Proteas move from successful Namibia assignment into almost full-strength ODI series against Australia
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Kenya to host first World Athletics Championships in Africa
In 2029 Kenya will be the first African country to host the World Athletics Championships
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Boxing SA CEO clears air on legal standing of committees
Resignation of Irvin Buhlalu leaves questions over decisions made by sanctioning body
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Zothwane eyes Fifa break to sharpen Babina Noko
Papi Zothwane plans to use the Fifa break to boost team confidence and end their winless run
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AmaZulu target regular wins over Bucs, Chiefs and Downs
AmaZulu aim to regularly defeat Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs, while developing players for the national team as part of their growth
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Firoz Cachalia to meet, offer help to Kempton Park detective team
Acting police minister Firoz Cachalia is on Tuesday meeting the law enforcement team working on solving the recent murders of six women in Ekurhuleni
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‘STOP THE BULLYING!’ Outrage in George over graphic video
A graphic video circulating on social media, appearing to show a brutal assault at the Pacaltsdorp Senior Secondary School Hostel, is being investigated amid soaring tensions in George.
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League news · 15 Sept
What a professional scout can — and cannot — see in this league
Accreditation, anonymised performance data, and a parent's veto on every approach.
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Plett school to celebrate art in all its forms
Showcasing the talent of the Plettenberg Bay arts community for a good cause, the Raphael Waldorf School will host its annual seven-arts festival on September 19.
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Grey Junior tackles funny, heartfelt musical ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’
Grey Junior School is set to stage 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical', its first musical since Shrek Junior in 2019. Audiences can expect a 60-minute production featuring music, comedy, choreography, colourful costumes and sets.
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Bay Porsche Parade to turn heads
Nelson Mandela Bay residents are in for a treat next weekend as 120 Porsches from across the country descend on Gqeberha for the Porsche Club Parade. The first South African Porsche Club event held in Gqeberha was in 1998
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Rape-accused Karoo farmer stares at ex-wife as judgment looms
Alleged rapist Louis Lategan kept his gaze fixed on his ex-wife while blow-by-blow summaries of the evidence were placed before the Makhanda high court on Monday.
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North-West University newbies dream of promotion despite no wins
Coach Malgas has high hopes of shock place in the elite league
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VAR got goal award wrong in Manchester derby, says ref’s body
The video assistant referee (VAR) was wrong to allow Erling Haaland’s decisive goal in Manchester City’s 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, refereeing body Pro Ref said
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Stadium water outage leaves Chiefs, Polokwane unable to shower
Sowetan has gathered that both Polokwane City and Kaizer Chiefs, as well as match officials departed the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium without showering due to a water outage that lasted the entirety of their match on Saturday
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Clearing the way to a greener rural economy
Nedbank and Avo Vision have partnered to transform invasive alien trees in the Matatiele region into a source of jobs, businesses, and improved water security, supporting the creation of 24 enterprises, 120 jobs, and clearing 224.1 hectares.
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Durban City will grow from maiden Confed Cup campaign, says Ben Youssef
Coach Khalil Ben Youssef says experience in Africa will help Durban City’s continued growth
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Nersa approves Bay metro’s application to reinstate inclining block tariff
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa has approved Nelson Mandela Bay’s application to reinstate the inclining block tariff, which provides for a 10.95% electricity tariff increase.
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Gabriel says ‘no need to panic’ as Bay stay winless
Richards Bay coach Ronnie Gabriel stays calm, citing positives despite the season's winless start
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Defining moment in the life of Malajika as a boxer gives him sleepless nights
Ricardo Malajika’s mind is undergoing an intense chemical and physiological shift driven by excitement and anticipation. That’s because the defining moment in his life as a boxer is drawing closer by the day
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Gym-mates Nontshinga, Thompson, must learn lessons from losses
Nontshinga was stopped in round five by Regie Suganob in their official IBF junior flyweight elimination fight in the Philippines.
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