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In the News Today: The significant costs associated with flying the South African national football team, Bafana Bafana, to away games has been revealed. Each international fixture, particularly those requiring long-distance travel across the vast African continent, poses a considerable challenge to SAFA’s budget. SAFA CEO Lydia Monyepao recently highlighted these costs, particularly in light of …
Name Significance: The name “Umhlanga” is derived from the Zulu word for “reed,” which refers to the indigenous reeds found in the area.
In the News Today: Cape Town Spurs suffered their first defeat in the Motsepe Foundation Championship and lost 1-0 to Durban City at the Chatsworth Stadium on Friday evening. The solitary goal in the match was scored by City’s Athini Jodwana with 20 minutes left to play. Taking a shot from distance, Jodwana found the back …
In the News Today: 24 September 2024 – Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has named a 33-member preliminary squad for next month’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Congo. Broos’ charges face the Congolese in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, on Friday, 11 October 2024 (7pm), and then they travel to Congo to play the return …
In the News Today: SAFA have confirmed the venue for the crucial Bafana Bafana AFCON 2025 qualifier tie scheduled for 11 October 2024. The senior men’s national team plays back-to-back qualifiers next month against Congo Brazzaville. The first leg has been moved from Bloemfontein to Gqeberha’s Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. SAFA CEO Lydia Monyepao made …
In the News Today: Kaizer Chiefs still hold the upper hand over Mamelodi Sundowns in the head-to-head record between the two teams but that has been rapidly hauled in over recent years as the Brazilians have dominated the domestic scene. Saturday’s highly anticipated Betway Premiership clash at Soccer City will be the 109th meeting between the …
In the News Today: The defending champions of the Nedbank Grey College Soccer Tournament, St Stithians College, on Tuesday, pulled off a hard-fought defence of the Nedbank Grey College Soccer Tournament title they won for the first time in 2023 With two titles from three visits to the tournament, they boast a remarkable record. Facing …
In the News Today: A scintillating first half display saw Kaizer Chiefs to a 3-1 victory over AmaZulu in an entertaining Betway Premiership encounter at the Moses Mabhida stadium in Durban on Wednesday evening. AmaZulu (0) 1 (Ighodaro 47’) Kaizer Chiefs (3) 3 (Chivaviro 12’, Sirino 14’, Miguel 23’) Moses Mabhida stadium, Durban 2024/25 Betway …
In the News Today: Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi says there is still a lot of things to work on after registering their second win of the season. The Amakhosi defeated AmaZulu 3-1 on Wednesday evening, with Ranga Chivaviro, Gaston Sirino and Inacio Miguel getting the goals. While Chiefs were impressive in the first …
In the News Today: The “new and improved” Kaizer Chiefs picked up another win in the Betway Premiership as they dispatched AmaZulu 3-1 at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Wednesday evening. From kick-off, Chiefs were hungry to score and the Soweto team was rewarded for how well they started the match. Five minutes in, Amakhosi …
In the News Today: The Bafana Bafana international was one of Amakhosi’s top targets in the 2024 winter transfer window and was close to joining the club. Spurs explain Velebayi’s failed move to Chiefs The two teams were in talks for his potential transfer He is now named the captain of the Urban Warriors continue reading …
In the News Today: Betway Premiership side Chippa United have been forced to change their Buffalo City Stadium venue due to challenging pitch conditions. The Chilli Boys beat Richards Bay at the same venue over the weekend. The club had initially announced that they would take their two matches to the East London facility. This includes …
In the News Today: Kimberley Boys’ High pushed the defending champions, St Stithians, all the way in the Cup semi-finals before losing out on penalties. Who will be crowned the champions of the Nedbank Grey Soccer Tournament? That question is on the verge of being answered. Following three days of intense competition, the final match of …
In the News Today: A powerful innings of 58 not out by Colin Munro brought Durban Wolves victory over Harare Bolts by seven wickets in Sunday’s first match of the ongoing Zim Afro T10 league at Harare Sports Club. Bolts, batting first, never quite got over the loss of their opening pair for 12 runs, although …
Orlando Pirates have joined Mamelodi Sundowns in exercising a controversial loan rule – but does it help? Pirates had to review their loan agreements with PSL clubs during the off-season, after they dropped two points early last campaign following a 1-1 draw against Chippa United, where they were denied maximum points by…continue reading HERE. Source: …
In the News Today: AmaTuks dropped points after playing to a goalless against Upington City FC in matchday four of the Motsepe Foundation Championship at the Mxolisi Dicky Jacobs Stadium on Saturday. The Pretoria-based side came into the clash against Upington looking to bounce back from their 1-0 defeat against Pretoria Callies in the Tshwane Derby …
In the News Today: The hosts, Grey College, maintained their unbeaten record on Sunday, the second day of the Nedbank Grey Soccer Tournament, adding a victory and a draw to the two wins and a draw they secured on Saturday in Bloemfontein. That solid record left Grey atop Group A after the group stage of …
Residents of Mahlangu informal settlement face an uncertain future
In an exclusive interview with KickOff, Chippa United chairman Siviwe ‘Chippa’ Mpengesi has responded to the allegations made regarding the club’s new signing, Boy Madingwane. The Chilli Boys recently announced the signing of the 22-year-old exciting player in a three-year deal. However, Baroka FC chairman Khurishi Mphahlele has since disputed… Read More at the SOURCE …
NBA Africa (www.NBA.com) today announced the 10 startup companies from seven African countries that have been selected to pitch their products to a panel of international industry leaders at a Demo Day at the NBA headquarters in New York City on Wednesday, Sept. 25 as part of “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator (http://apo-opa.co/47lTICe),” which the league launched in April 2024 to support Africa's technology ecosystem and the next generation of African entrepreneurs.
The panel will then determine the four winning companies that will be awarded financial support and mentorship, including an opportunity to participate in workshops and development programs facilitated by NBA Africa or its partners. Below are the 10 startups that will compete for the four prize-winning spots.
“We have been inspired by the level of talent and creativity from all of the applicants, and we congratulate the 10 deserving finalists who will showcase their innovative solutions at Demo Day later this month,” said NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi. “NBA Africa is committed to supporting the continued growth of startups on the continent, including the four prize-winners whose innovative solutions will further elevate the sport and creative industries in Africa for years to come.”
Operated by ALX Ventures, “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator” was open to early-stage startups in Africa that develop solutions in event management and ticketing, youth development, AI, and digital marketing. The initiative will support Africa's tech ecosystem and the next generation of African tech entrepreneurs by providing them with access to mentorship and capital that will help drive growth in the sports and creative industries.
The four prize-winning startups will be announced at Demo Day.
Video (http://apo-opa.co/4d2bY4w): Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator Reveals 10 Finalists for Demo Day
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Contact:
Pawel Weszka
NBA Africa Communications
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About NBA Africa:
NBA Africa is an affiliate of the National Basketball Association (NBA), a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. NBA Africa conducts the league's business in Africa, including the Basketball Africa League (BAL), and has opened subsidiary offices in Cairo, Egypt; Dakar, Senegal; Johannesburg, South Africa; Lagos, Nigeria; and Nairobi, Kenya. The league's efforts on the continent have focused on increasing access to basketball and the NBA through youth and elite development, social responsibility, media distribution, corporate partnerships, NBA Africa Games, NBA Stores, the BAL, and more.
NBA games and programming are available in all 54 African countries, and the NBA has hosted three sold-out exhibition games on the continent since 2015. The BAL, a partnership between the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and NBA Africa, is a professional league featuring 12 club teams from across Africa that concluded its fourth season in June 2024. Fans can follow @ NBA_Africa and @ theBAL on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube
Despite having several crucial injuries in his side, UWC head coach Lwando Mdleleni will be looking to fire UWC into the finals of Varsity Football 2024 on Thursday. The 2015 champions were the only team to beat Tuks in the round robin stages and will be on the hunt to repeat their success of round …
Former Bafana Bafana and Kaizer Chiefs defender Fabian McCarthy believes football development is key to improving South African football standards. McCarthy, 47, is impressed with how Varsity Football has changed and transformed the lives of young talents. “I was an under-20 when I made it to the national team, there was a bank sponsoring a …
Former Chippa United coaches Siyabulela Gwambi and Kurt Lentjies have found new homes in the SAFA Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League. Gwambi, who served as assistant and interim coach at ‘The Chilli Boys’ in the PSL, has been appointed head coach of Gqeberha United FC. Gqeberha United are a new side in the Eastern Cape’s …
World-renowned football federation, the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) in partnership with VFS Global (www.VFSglobal.com), concluded extensive coaching courses held in Stellenbosch and in Durban earlier this year. The initiative is in line with VFS Global's community outreach initiatives across the globe with a focus on youth empowerment and skill development.
The KNVB-accredited course conducted under its WorldCoaches Programme in partnership with SAFA eThekwini, saw a total of 56 coaches from across Durban and Cape Town, with almost 50% of the participants being women. The coaches were accredited with a globally recognised certificate, as part of KNVB's WorldCoaches global drive of using football to drive social development.
The five-day workshop saw the coaches being exposed to the latest global trends of youth coaching and equipped with the necessary tools and information to be role models in their respective communities. In addition to tactical knowledge empowerment, key societal topics such as child protection, leadership, and social change formed part of the learning process for the coaches. The course hosted over 265 participating players throughout the two weeks, allowing the coaches to put together sessions they had learnt from the instructors into practice.
“This was truly an eye-opening experience for our coaches. Most of them are keen to learn and empower themselves, and thanks to such a programme, our region is not only producing future coaches. but key role models for our communities, thanks to KNVB”, said SAFA eThekwini Technical Director, Maxwell Ndlovu.
Speaking on behalf of the KNVB, instructor Bert Zuurman said the reception and eagerness shown by the coaches were encouraging and indicative of a bright youth football future for the region.
“We are honoured to share our knowledge and experience with these coaches, who are not just coaches but are now role models. Our programmes are uniquely designed to make use of football as a driver for social change, and it is important that our coaches are receptive to both the tactical and social development divisions of the programme. We wish all the coaches the best of luck, and sincerely thank SAFA eThekwini for providing us with the platform”, said Johan van Geijn, Founder of KNVB WorldCoaches.
“Through this programme, we are not only equipping coaches with the latest in football tactics but also instilling in them a sense of social responsibility. Through such initiatives that also empower young people to stay in school, we're shaping not just athletes, but future leaders by providing coaches with the tools to be role models. Our investment in South Africa underscores our dedication to youth empowerment worldwide, harnessing sports to pave the way for a brighter, more inclusive future”, added Nadia Wicks, Head of Operations- Southern Africa, VFS Global.
The goal of the WorldCoaches program is to give participants critical thinking skills and resources required to make critical decisions both on and off the field.
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George Cherian
Corporate Communications
VFS Global
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071 199 7858
About VFS Global:
As the world's leading outsourcing and technology service specialist, VFS Global embraces technological innovation including Generative AI to support governments and diplomatic missions worldwide. The company manages non-judgmental and administrative tasks related to applications for visa, passport, and consular services for its client governments, increasing productivity and enabling them to focus entirely on the critical task of assessment.
With a responsible approach to technology development, adoption and integration, the company prioritizes ethical practices and sustainability while serving as the trusted partner to 68 client governments. Operating over 3,400 Application Centres in 153 countries, VFS Global has efficiently processed more than 294 million applications since 2001.
Headquartered in Zurich and majority owned through investment funds managed by Blackstone Inc, along with the Swiss-based Kuoni and Hugentobler Foundation and EQT, VFS Global is committed to creating value for all stakeholders and leading in responsible, innovative solutions making government services more effective and efficient.
About KNVB – WorldCoaches:
WorldCoaches is a programme based on the KNVB's extensive international coaching experience and its belief that no matter where in the world, football can be used as a means for social development. Our trained WorldCoaches play a key role in this by inspiring and coaching children in their athletic and social development.
During WorldCoaches courses, youth are trained to become football coaches and role models in their own community. In doing so, the WorldCoaches programme focuses on three themes that directly contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These are: personal development, health and social cohesion. The SDGs were set by the United Nations and aim to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. As such, through the unique and universal appeal of football, the KNVB attempts to reduce the impact of various social challenges and aims to contribute to a better society.