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| PRESIDENT URGES SOUTH AFRICANS TO BE GUIDED BY CONSTITUTIONAL VALUES |
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| President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to uphold the constitutional values of non-racialism, non-sexism, equality, democracy and human dignity, while rejecting violence against women, xenophobia and intolerance. |
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In his weekly newsletter, the President reflected on last week’s Heritage Day, a celebration of South Africa’s many languages, traditions and cultures.
He said the celebration was made possible by the country’s democratic government, which acknowledges the grave injustices and immense suffering of the past and is committed to building a nation that lives in harmony despite its diversity.
President Ramaphosa said South Africa’s heritage was not only something to celebrate, but also something to defend.
“We cannot allow violence against women to define who we are. The abuse, rape and killing of women is a stain on our national conscience. We cannot claim to be a society founded on freedom, equality and human dignity while half of our population lives in fear of violence,” the President said.
He added that South Africa should not be defined by xenophobia and intolerance.
“The peoples of Africa provided moral and material support to our liberation struggle and our democracy. Democratic South Africa remains committed to advancing the ideals of African unity and integration.
“At the same time, migration must take place within the law. Government has a responsibility to manage our borders effectively, and everyone who lives in South Africa is required to respect our laws,” President Ramaphosa said.
The President said racism would never define South Africa, a nation determined not to return to the racial division and oppression of the apartheid past.
“In 1994, we chose to build one nation from people of different races, cultures and backgrounds. It is a choice that we must continue to renew every day.
“Democratic South Africa is committed to correcting the injustices of the past. There is no moral equivalence between redress and discrimination,” he said.
President Ramaphosa emphasised that legitimate, constitutionally grounded redress measures could not be equated with apartheid’s systematic racial oppression.
“There is no equivalence between measures designed to overcome racial exclusion and the apartheid laws that were designed to enforce racial exclusion, dispossession and inequality.
“We must remain vigilant against those who seek to undermine our national unity and turn South Africans against one another. We all have a responsibility to hold our social fabric together.
“We must guard against words and actions that polarise communities, inflame public opinion and reopen the wounds of our past,” the President said.
While the Constitution guarantees freedom of expression, President Ramaphosa reminded South Africans that this right comes with responsibility.
“In a country where women live in fear of abuse and are killed every day, the public humiliation of women is not harmless. It reinforces the attitudes that sustain discrimination and violence.
“At a time when undocumented migration is fuelling social tensions, inflammatory statements about foreign nationals are dangerous and irresponsible.
“In a country with unacceptably high levels of violent crime, language that glorifies killing or encourages hostility has no place in our public life,” the President said.
President Ramaphosa also condemned the false claim of a “white genocide”, saying that promoting it abroad discouraged investment in South Africa and was neither responsible nor patriotic.
“At a time when unemployment is high and we need to grow our economy and attract investment, travelling to foreign capitals to spread the falsehood of a “white genocide” and discourage investment in one’s own country is neither responsible nor patriotic.
“We may be a diverse nation, but we are united by the constitutional values that make us South African. These values transcend race, gender, language, culture and geography,” the President said.
He encouraged South Africans to continue working together to overcome the country’s common challenges.
“Every day, through our words and our deeds, we must renew the choice we made in 1994 and affirmed when we adopted our Constitution: the choice to build this country together. That is our shared heritage. It is also our shared responsibility,” President Ramaphosa said.
– Source: SAnews.gov.za |
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| MINISTER RONALD LAMOLA CONCLUDES HIS WORKING VISIT TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND UNGA81 |
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| Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola and the South African delegation have concluded their Working Visit to the United States and returning to South Africa. |
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The visit began in Washington, D.C., where Minister Lamola, together with Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau, held a series of engagements with United States lawmakers and economists.
The working visit concluded in New York, where Minister Lamola participated in the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly and a number of related high-level meetings and events, including:
- The Implementation of the Pact for the Future in Africa,
- The Global Leaders’ Network on Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health.
- The Global Initiative to Galvanise Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law.
- The International Panel on Inequality: Addressing the Global Inequality Crisis.
- The IBSA Ministerial Meeting.
- The Diaspora and Friends of South Africa Roundtable.
- The High-Level Meeting in Defence of International Law (Hague Group).
- The 50th Annual Meeting of Ministers for Foreign Affairs of the Group of 77.
- The High-Level Meeting to Commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Adoption of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action.
Minister Lamola also held a number of bilateral meetings with counterparts from other countries and engagements with global partners, including United Nations General Assembly President and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres.
Throughout the visit, South Africa reiterated its commitment to supporting rules-based multilateralism, rooted in the principles of the United Nations Charter, in pursuit of a peaceful and stable world.
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| IBSA MINISTERS REAFFIRM SOUTH-SOUTH COOPERATION AMID PUSH FOR FAIRER GLOBAL ORDER |
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| India, Brazil and South Africa have reaffirmed the role of the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Dialogue Forum as a vehicle for strengthening South-South cooperation and advancing a more representative multilateral system amid growing global geopolitical and economic challenges. |
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The three countries made the commitment during an IBSA Ministerial Meeting hosted by South Africa on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday, 24 September 2026, where International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola chaired discussions with Brazil’s Foreign Minister, Mauro Vieira, and India’s Foreign Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.
South Africa assumed the IBSA Chairship for 2026–2027, placing the forum’s priorities within its broader emphasis on peace, development, multilateralism and reform of global governance.
IBSA was established in 2003 as a trilateral forum bringing together three major democracies and developing economies from Africa, Asia and Latin America. The forum also operates the IBSA Fund for the Alleviation of Hunger and Poverty, which supports South-South development projects in developing countries.
IBSA as a platform for a changing world
Opening the meeting, Minister Lamola said South Africa had assumed the Chairship with an understanding of both the responsibility attached to the platform and the work undertaken by the three countries over more than two decades.
“As like-minded emerging economies, we recognise that we have a collective role to play in addressing and correcting the imbalances in the global economy,” Minister Lamola said.
He stressed that IBSA was not directed against other countries but was a platform through which the three countries could advance shared principles and contribute to global governance reform.
“IBSA is not a bloc; it's not an alliance against anyone. It is a conversation among three democracies of the South, three continents and three regions, three great civilisations, who came to view that the world as it is organised does not reflect the world as it actually is,” the Minister said.
Minister Lamola said the current international environment had placed pressure on the principles underpinning multilateral cooperation, including respect for the UN Charter, international law and international humanitarian law.
“IBSA exists precisely for this. This is an important platform to strengthen and uphold the United Nations Charter, multilateralism, international law, and international humanitarian law,” he said.
He added that defending the existing system was not sufficient and that IBSA should also contribute to reforming global governance.
“We must advance the reform of global governance in the direction of a more just, equitable, and representative international and multilateral system, a Security Council that reflects the world of today, rather than the world of 1945,” the Minister said.
Minister Lamola said this should extend to international financial institutions and the global trading system, with rules applied consistently and equitably.
Peace, development and practical cooperation
South Africa has placed “peace, prosperity and development” at the centre of its IBSA Chairship, drawing the theme from the forum's founding principles.
Minister Lamola said the Chairship would focus on political engagement, technical cooperation through IBSA working groups and people-to-people exchanges, as well as practical development projects through the IBSA Fund.
Among the priorities are cooperation on sustainable energy and ensuring that energy transitions are financed in a manner that does not place developing countries in an impossible position.
The countries will also deepen cooperation on poverty alleviation and zero hunger, strengthen foundational learning and future skills, and accelerate cooperation on new technologies.
Minister Lamola called for the three countries to align their respective priorities into a common work programme.
“We are also aware of the important priorities of Brazil and India. Let us integrate this into one work programme for the coming year, which we can pursue through the working groups,” the Minister said.
He said South Africa would also review the existing IBSA working groups to ensure they support the forum's strategic objectives.
Brazil backs stronger IBSA coordination
Vieira said IBSA brought together three major democracies from three continents with shared principles and the capacity to contribute to a fairer international order.
“Few partnerships embody the diversity and political weight of the global South as IBSA, a bridge across three continents, bringing together three major democracies with shared values and a common commitment to building a fairer international order,” Vieira said.
He said the international system is facing pressure from the growing use of unilateral measures and the erosion of established multilateral rules. Vieira highlighted trade as a particular area requiring stronger multilateral cooperation, warning against the proliferation of tariffs and non-tariff measures that can disrupt trade and investment.
“Trade must not become an instrument of political pressure or geopolitical rivalry,” he emphasised.
Brazil, India and South Africa, he said, should work together to defend a transparent and rules-based multilateral trading system centred on the World Trade Organisation. Vieira also supported reform of the UN Security Council, arguing that developing countries should have a greater presence in both permanent and non-permanent categories.
“A Security Council that does not adequately represent Africa, Asia and Latin America cannot fully reflect the world on whose behalf it is expected to act,” he said.
He further called for stronger representation in global economic governance and stressed the importance of South Africa's participation in the Group of 20 (G20).
Tackling hunger, poverty and inequality
The IBSA partners also highlighted the forum's development work as an example of practical South-South cooperation.
Vieira said the IBSA Fund demonstrated how developing countries could cooperate through locally owned initiatives rather than conditional assistance.
“South-owned, South-led and driven by local needs,” he said.
He proposed closer alignment between the IBSA Fund and the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty to strengthen international efforts to address hunger and poverty. Brazil also backed the proposed International Panel on Inequality (IPI), an initiative being advanced by Brazil, South Africa, Spain and Norway.
“At a time when inequality is testing public trust in institutions, the IPI represents a timely and necessary initiative, one that can help chart a path towards more equitable and resilient societies,” Vieira said.
The issue of inequality has been a major theme of South Africa's multilateral diplomacy, including during its 2025 G20 Presidency, and remains prominent in its engagement at UNGA81.
India highlights AI, climate and Security Council reform
The Indian delegation similarly backed deeper IBSA cooperation, particularly in development, technology, climate action and reform of global governance.
India highlighted the IBSA Fund's contribution to South-South cooperation, noting that projects have supported areas, including education, health, women's empowerment and solar energy.
The delegation also proposed greater cooperation between the three countries on digital public infrastructure and artificial intelligence, including the possible development of an IBSA Digital Innovation Alliance through which the countries could share experiences and best practices.
The Indian side stressed that AI should be developed responsibly and that developing countries should participate meaningfully in shaping emerging technologies.
“IBSA can assume a leading role in emerging technologies, particularly in the areas of digital public infrastructure and artificial intelligence,” the delegation said.
Climate change was also identified as a key area for cooperation, with India emphasising the need for developing countries to have access to affordable finance and technology to meet their climate goals. On global governance, India joined the call for comprehensive and time-bound reform of the UN Security Council.
“We must work collectively towards expanding the UN Security Council in both categories in a time-bound manner to make it more democratic, representative, protective and efficient,” the delegation said.
From dialogue to delivery
Minister Lamola said preparations are underway for a senior officials' meeting in October 2026, with a possible virtual IBSA Leaders Meeting in 2027 and an eventual IBSA Leaders’ Summit at a mutually agreed time and venue.
“As the chair of IBSA, South Africa will continue to steer the ship for the benefit of the global South and our peoples,” he said.
The meeting comes as South Africa uses its wider multilateral engagements during UNGA81 to advance reform of global governance, strengthen South-South cooperation and advocate for greater representation of developing countries in international institutions.
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| DEPUTY MINISTER BOTES PARTICIPATES IN HERITAGE DAY ART EXHIBITION IN DELFT |
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| Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Alvin Botes participated in the opening of a Heritage Day Art Exhibition at the Nex-Indawo Yethu Campus in Delft, Cape Town, on 25 September 2026. |
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The exhibition brought together art and heritage in a celebration of South Africa’s diverse cultural landscape. The Nex-Indawo Yethu Campus is home to the Rupert Museum and provides a space for cultural engagement and the promotion of the arts within the Delft community.
During his visit, Deputy Minister Botes engaged with the organisers and participants and viewed the artworks on exhibition. He also spoke to Ubuntu Radio about the significance of the exhibition and the role of heritage and the arts in strengthening connections within communities.
Ubuntu Radio also spoke to Stepan Hippler, founder of Nex-Indawo Yethu, and Robin-Leigh Cedras-Tobin, Director of the Rupert Museum, about the exhibition and its contribution to cultural engagement in Delft.
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| MINISTER KUBAYI LEADS SOUTH AFRICAN DELEGATION TO UN CRIME PREVENTION CONGRESS |
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| Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi led the South African delegation to the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from 25 to 29 September 2026. |
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Convened every five years, the Congress serves as a global forum for Member States and justice sector stakeholders to consider shared responses to crime, strengthen criminal justice systems and promote the rule of law.
The Congress was held under the theme: Accelerating Crime Prevention, Criminal Justice and the Rule of Law: Protecting People and Planet and Achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in the Digital Age.
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development noted that the Congress is taking place at a time when countries are increasingly concerned about the impact of crime on societies, and various criminal activities are becoming increasingly complex, adaptive and interlinked, and transcend borders, sectors and jurisdictions. |
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The department said that the international community must work together efficiently through timely, coordinated, evidence-based responses at the international, regional, and national levels, strengthened international cooperation, and a global commitment to concrete action and tangible outcomes.
“The congress will provide a platform for countries to commit multidisciplinary efforts to prevent and combat crime through cooperation and coordination among law enforcement, other criminal justice institutions, and other government sectors,” the department said.
The programme included plenary sessions, a high-level segment, thematic discussions, workshops, ancillary meetings and exhibitions.
The Congress also considered the Abu Dhabi Declaration, which will provide a framework for international cooperation on crime prevention and criminal justice over the next five years.
Minister Kubayi participated in high-level engagements during the Congress.
The South African delegation included representatives from the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, as well as other departments within the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster.
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| MINISTER TAU CALLS FOR SOUTH AFRICA-UNITED STATES (US) PARTNERSHIP TO DRIVE CRITICAL MINERALS BENEFICIATION |
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| South Africa is proposing a dedicated Critical Minerals Investment Platform and a South Africa-United States (US) Critical Minerals Working Group to turn growing interest in the sector into concrete investment, processing and manufacturing projects. |
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Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau said the mechanisms would help match South African critical minerals projects with US industrial demand, financing, technology and long-term offtake agreements.
Minister Tau was addressing a high-level Critical Minerals Roundtable hosted by Brand South Africa, in partnership with Standard Bank, on the margins of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday, 24 September 2026.
He said South Africa wants to move beyond discussions about its mineral wealth and towards partnerships that would build resilient supply chains, deepen industrial cooperation and create greater value from the country's resources. |
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“We value this opportunity because the conversation we need to have today is not simply about minerals. It is about how South Africa and the US can build more resilient supply chains, deepen industrial cooperation, mobilise investment and create greater value from the resources that South Africa possesses.”
Moving from extraction to value addition
Minister Tau said South Africa does not want its relationship with the US to be defined simply by the extraction and export of raw materials.
“Our objective is to use this resource base to build durable industrial partnerships. We do not want to define the relationship simply as one in which South Africa extracts and exports raw materials. We want to build value chains that include mining, refining, processing, advanced materials, component manufacturing and, where commercially viable, downstream production,” he said.
South Africa's Critical Minerals and Metals Strategy, approved by Cabinet in 2025, places local processing and beneficiation, infrastructure, research and development and strategic partnerships at the centre of efforts to maximise the value of the country's mineral endowment.
Minister Tau said the country has a strong proposition, including significant reserves and production capabilities in platinum group metals, manganese, chromium and vanadium, alongside opportunities in rare earth elements, titanium and zirconium.
Building a mutually beneficial partnership
The Minister said the US is seeking secure and diversified sources of critical minerals, while South Africa needs investment, technology, skills, long-term offtake commitments and market access.
“This creates the basis for a partnership in which both countries address a strategic economic need. South Africa can contribute mineral resources, processing capability, industrial infrastructure and access to regional value chains, while US companies can bring capital, technology, markets, industrial expertise and long-term demand,” the Minister said.
He said the proposed partnership should, therefore, be based on co-investment rather than a traditional supplier relationship.
Minister Tau identified potential areas for value addition, including battery materials; vanadium products and electrolytes for grid-scale energy storage; platinum group metal-based products for the hydrogen economy; green iron and steel; ferroalloys; specialised metals; grid and transmission infrastructure, as well as emerging rare earth, titanium and zirconium value chains.
The emphasis, the Minister said, must be on projects that are commercially viable and capable of being financed, built and integrated into global markets.
Investment platform to take projects to implementation
Minister Tau proposed the establishment of a Critical Minerals Investment Platform through which priority projects could be assessed for development support, co-funding and investment.
The platform could bring together South African institutions, including the Industrial Development Corporation and other development finance institutions, with US institutions such as the Development Finance Corporation, EXIM Bank, private funds and strategic corporations.
“The objective should be to move projects through the investment pipeline — from project preparation and technical assessment, through financing and construction, to production and export,” Minister Tau said
He said long-term offtake agreements could also help strengthen the bankability of projects by providing secure demand for minerals or processed products.
Proposed SA-USA working group
Minister Tau also proposed a dedicated South Africa-US Critical Minerals Working Group to take the discussions forward.
“I would also like to propose that we establish a South Africa-US Critical Minerals Working Group as a practical mechanism for taking this conversation forward.”
The proposed working group would identify priority minerals and products, match South African projects with US industrial demand, identify financing and technology requirements, address market-access issues and monitor progress towards investment and offtake agreements.
“Our intention is that the work should begin immediately and should not become another dialogue mechanism without implementation. We need clear priorities, responsible institutions, timelines and measurable outcomes,” Minister Tau said.
The proposal comes as South Africa steps up efforts to translate its critical minerals endowment into industrial development, with government policy focused on beneficiation, localisation, infrastructure and advanced manufacturing.
Regional value chains
Minister Tau said South Africa could also serve as an anchor for a wider Southern African critical minerals platform.
He pointed to complementary resources in the region, including cobalt from the Democratic Republic of Congo, copper from Zambia, lithium from Zimbabwe and graphite from Mozambique.
“South Africa can contribute processing capability, logistics, financial services, industrial infrastructure and access to the wider African market through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA),” he said.
Minister Tau said regional cooperation could enable countries to develop value chains rather than simply exporting unprocessed minerals from the continent.
The regional approach aligns with the Southern African Development Community’s industrialisation agenda, which includes the development of regional value chains in critical minerals beneficiation, alongside infrastructure development in energy, transport, logistics, water and ICT.
From conversations to concrete projects
Minister Tau said the roundtable should serve as a starting point for identifying specific investment opportunities.
“We want to move from conversations about opportunity to discussions about specific projects, specific investors, specific technologies, specific offtake requirements and specific financing solutions.”
He said South Africa wants to work with US companies seeking secure sources of critical minerals and industrial inputs, as well as investors prepared to participate in processing, manufacturing and infrastructure.
“The partnership we are proposing is therefore about more than minerals. It is about building resilient supply chains, supporting industrialisation, creating jobs, developing skills and establishing South Africa as a reliable participant in the next generation of global value chains.”
The engagement brought together senior representatives from business, finance, development finance and strategic sectors, including Standard Bank, the Industrial Development Corporation, Bank of America, the B20 South Africa Secretariat, Eskom, Africa Rainbow Minerals, the Development Bank of Southern Africa and MTN.
The programme was led by Brand South Africa Chairperson Ipeleng Selele, with Standard Bank CEO Sim Tshabalala delivering a presentation on financing critical minerals and unlocking capital for Africa.
– Source: SAnews.gov.za |
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| TEAM SOUTH AFRICA SHOWCASES SKILLS ON GLOBAL STAGE IN SHANGHAI |
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| Twenty-nine young South Africans are showcased their technical and vocational skills alongside some of the world’s best young skilled professionals at the 48th WorldSkills International Competition in Shanghai, China. |
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The competition, which ran from 22 to 27 September 2026, brought together young people, industry, academia and government leaders from around the world to promote excellence in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
Team South Africa was competing in 27 skills categories, including mechatronics, aircraft maintenance, plumbing and heating, refrigeration, construction and water technology.
The South African delegation was led by Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube and includes Department of Higher Education and Training Director-General, Dr Nkosinathi Sishi and National Skills Fund (NSF) Acting Chief Executive Officer, Melissa Erra.
The scale of the competition reflected the growing global importance of technical and vocational skills. This year’s event had attracted a record 1 385 competitors from 68 countries and regions, providing a platform for young professionals to demonstrate technical ability, precision, innovation and problem-solving skills.
The competition also enables WorldSkills member countries to exchange knowledge, learn from one another and benchmark approaches to skills development and TVET.
For Team South Africa, the road to Shanghai began with the WorldSkills South Africa Regional Heats and National Competition in March 2026, where young skilled professionals competed for the opportunity to represent the country internationally.
Speaking to SABC News in Shanghai, South African renewable energy competitor Simiso Biyela said the team was determined to make the most of the opportunity.
“It is an exciting opportunity for me, and also for all my counterparts. We will give it everything to ensure that we go home with a gold medal, particularly in our category,” Biyela said.
Showcasing South African skills
Deputy Minister Dube-Ncube urged the competitors to embrace the opportunity to represent South Africa and demonstrate the country’s skills capabilities on the international stage.
“You have earned your place on this global stage through hard work, discipline and excellence. You are representing yourselves, your families, your institutions and the many young South Africans who aspire to build meaningful careers through skills.”
She encouraged the team to compete with confidence, determination and pride, and to demonstrate the capabilities of South African skills.
Sishi said WorldSkills is about more than competition and medals but also provides an opportunity to change perceptions of TVET and encourage more young people to pursue careers as artisans.
“WorldSkills demonstrates what is possible when young people are given the opportunity to develop and showcase their technical abilities. We want more young South Africans to recognise TVET colleges as institutions of opportunity and to consider artisan careers as a pathway into employment and entrepreneurship."
He said South Africa needs more qualified artisans to support infrastructure, manufacturing, and the broader economy.
“We therefore encourage young people to enter our TVET colleges in greater numbers, acquire the skills our economy needs and become part of building the South Africa we want,” he said.
Turning skills investment into opportunity
The NSF is one of the main funders of WorldSkills South Africa, supporting the country’s participation in the international competition while contributing to technical and vocational skills development, exposure to international standards and the strengthening of the skills pipeline.
Erra said the investment should ultimately create opportunities for young people beyond the competition.
“Our investment in WorldSkills South Africa is an investment in the potential of our young people and, ultimately, in the future of our economy,” she said.
She called on industry to create pathways for young talent emerging from the WorldSkills programme, saying government could not achieve this alone.
“Industry has an important role to play in providing opportunities for young people to apply and further develop their skills. We encourage industry to open its doors to the talent emerging from WorldSkills so that our investment in skills development translates into meaningful economic participation,” Erra said.
Ahead of the competition’s opening ceremony, Team South Africa participated in the One School, One Member programme and visited Sanda University’s Junhai Campus.
The NSF said the team’s participation is about more than medals, as it is a platform that highlights the importance of raising skills standards, expanding opportunities, and demonstrating that technical and vocational skills can provide pathways to employment, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods.
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| SOUTH AFRICA WELCOMES THE PROMOTION MISSION OF THE AFRICAN COMMISSION ON HUMAN AND PEOPLES’ RIGHTS |
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| Government welcomes the delegation of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, which arrives in the country on Sunday, 27 September 2026, ahead of its Promotion Mission from 28 September to 2 October 2026. |
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The mission is undertaken pursuant to Article 45(1) of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, which mandates the Commission to promote human and peoples’ rights and support their protection through research, country visits and constructive dialogue with States Parties.
South Africa welcomes the mission as an opportunity to deepen its engagement with African human-rights institutions and to provide information on the country’s constitutional, legislative, policy and institutional measures to promote and protect human rights.
The programme will commence with a high-level entry meeting and a ministerial plenary at the OR Tambo Building on 28 September 2026. The programme includes engagements with government representatives, Parliament, institutions supporting constitutional democracy, civil society, academia, United Nations agencies and other relevant stakeholders.
Government will participate in the mission in a spirit of openness, cooperation and constructive dialogue. Departments will provide verified information in accordance with their respective mandates and South Africa’s constitutional and legal framework.
South Africa recognises the independent mandate of the ACHPR. Government communication will therefore remain distinct from statements, preliminary observations or conclusions that may be issued by the Commission. Government will not anticipate the outcome of the mission and will consider any official observations or recommendations through the appropriate processes.
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| SOUTH AFRICA AFFIRMS VIETNAM'S CRUCIAL POSITION IN ITS FOREIGN POLICY |
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| South African Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenneth Morolong praised the progress in bilateral ties, particularly since the two countries upgraded their relationship to a Strategic Partnership. |
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Vietnam’s engagement with BRICS through the Partner Country model reflects a strong convergence of strategic interests with South Africa in global governance and the promotion of South-South cooperation, South African Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenneth Morolong has said at a recent ceremony marking Vietnam’s 81st National Day in Pretoria on Friday, 25 September 2026.
These intertwined dynamics affirm Vietnam's crucial position in South Africa's foreign policy, he noted.
Addressing the ceremony, Vietnamese Ambassador to South Africa Nguyen Trong Kien said Vietnam has undergone profound transformation, strengthening its position and prestige internationally and becoming a trusted partner and responsible member of the international community.
He highlighted similarities between the two countries, despite their geographical distance, including shared historical experiences, resilience and aspirations for peace and development. The legacies of President Ho Chi Minh and President Nelson Mandela, he said, provide a strong spiritual foundation for bilateral friendship.
Vietnam-South Africa economic ties have grown strongly and sustainably, with South Africa becoming one of Vietnam’s leading trading partners in Africa, Kien said. He noted substantial potential for cooperation in agriculture, food security, digital transformation, energy and green growth, while the two countries continue to coordinate at multilateral forums, particularly the United Nations.
Deputy Minister Morolong praised the progress in bilateral ties, particularly since the two countries upgraded their relationship to a Strategic Partnership. He said the friendship between Vietnam and South Africa was nurtured at the 1955 Bandung Conference. Since establishing diplomatic relations on 22 December 1993, the two countries have strengthened ties through high-level visits and cooperation mechanisms, including the Joint Intergovernmental Partnership Forum established in 2004.
Deputy Minister Morolong described South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s state visit to Vietnam in October 2025, during which the two sides upgraded their ties to a Strategic Partnership, as a milestone that gave new impetus to political dialogue and bilateral cooperation.
He said 2025 marked the culmination of decades of efforts to deepen bilateral ties and turn agreements into a genuine partnership delivering practical benefits to both peoples. Vietnam is also an important strategic gateway for South Africa in Southeast Asia, he added.
Amid global uncertainty, Deputy Minister Morolong said solidarity and bilateral cooperation serve as a “compass” helping the two countries navigate global challenges. He expressed confidence that the partnership will continue contributing to peace and shared prosperity.
The ceremony also featured a photo exhibition on Vietnam’s land, people and development achievements, alongside a display of traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
Miss South Africa 2026 Romanda Hombir told a Vietnam News Agency correspondent in Pretoria that she was honoured to experience Vietnam’s distinctive culture and expressed admiration for the country’s development achievements. She said Vietnam’s progress has not only improved people’s living standards but also enabled international friends, including South Africans, to better understand its rich cultural identity, traditions and national pride.
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| SADC AND SOUTH AFRICA PARTNER TO COMMEMORATE SOUTHERN AFRICA 2026 HERITAGE DAY AND SADC DAY |
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| The Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, jointly hosted the commemoration of Southern Africa Heritage Day and SADC Day 2026 on 19 September 2026. |
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The event, held in Addis Ababa, brought together nationals of SADC Member States through a bring-and-share concept, providing an opportunity for participating countries to showcase their diverse cultural heritage.
Some of the highlights included the sharing of traditional food and the showcasing of different cultures and traditions from across the SADC region.
The event was officially opened by Ambassador Nonceba Losi, Ambassador of South Africa to Ethiopia and the African Union, and Ambassador Jevin Pillay Ponisamy, Permanent Representative of SADC to the African Union. In their remarks, they highlighted the importance of unity, cultural diversity, cooperation and strengthening the bonds among SADC Member States.
Participants from different SADC Member States had the opportunity to experience and appreciate the diverse traditions, cultures and heritage of the Southern African region. |
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The commemoration also highlighted the role of cultural exchange in strengthening people-to-people relations within the SADC region. Through food and the sharing of cultural traditions, participants were able to learn more about the heritage of neighbouring countries and celebrate the common bonds that connect the region.
The event reflected the diversity of the SADC region while also emphasising the importance of regional solidarity and cooperation. Bringing together nationals of different SADC Member States in Addis Ababa provided an opportunity to celebrate shared heritage and strengthen the sense of community among Southern Africans living and working in Ethiopia.
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| MAXHOSA AFRICA BRINGS MZANSI FLAIR TO PARIS FASHION WEEK |
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| Maxhosa Africa creative director Laduma Ngxokolo unveiled a collection that celebrated Pan-Africanism on Monday, 30 September 2026, as his label became the first South African brand to stage a full runway show on the official Paris Fashion Week calendar. |
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Ngxokolo said he wanted the show to highlight South Africa’s diversity, beauty, and business successes.
“That’s the Africa that we all want to live in, where the economy thrives, where the crimes become less, where politically it’s less corrupt — that’s the Africa that we’re trying to showcase here,” Ngxokolo told journalists after the show in the gilded rooms of the residence of the South African Ambassador to France.
Maxhosa Africa clothes are produced at two knitting factories the brand owns in Johannesburg and in East London, in the Eastern Cape province, where the wool used for its knitwear is also sourced. Ngxokolo said he aims to boost the country’s textile industry and show it can produce high-quality luxury goods.
On a catwalk of woven straw mats, models paraded outfits that echoed the pan-African theme. One featured multi-coloured knitted labels with the names of African countries, a motif also worn by South African musician and rapper Sjava, whose singing provided the soundtrack to the show.
Women wore brightly patterned bra tops with wavy hems, paired with flowing midi skirts, or matching geometric-patterned knit ensembles of pleated skirts and button-down shirts in lilac and grey. Some sported glasses by Kenyan artist Cyrus Kabiru, who creates eyewear from waste.
A model presents a creation by designer Laduma Ngxokolo as part of his Spring/Summer 2027 Women’s ready-to-wear collection show for fashion brand Maxhosa Africa during Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France, 28 September 2026. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier.
Menswear ranged from the formal, like a blue and red double-breasted suit in a chequerboard knit covered in beaded symbols, to more casual streetwear looks of baggy shorts and polo shirts in bright diamond patterns.
While Maxhosa’s geometric patterns evoke traditional Xhosa beadwork, Ngxokolo said his inspirations also included Missoni, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton.
Ngxokolo had been planning to bring other African designers to Paris with him but said he didn’t have the resources.
“I feel honoured to be represented; I’ve been fighting to sit at the table for 16 years now,” he said. “We feel that we are still under-represented as the African continent.”
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| SOUTH AFRICAN CONSERVATION DOCUMENTARY SPOILED WINS TOP SUSTAINABILITY AWARD AT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL IN SPAIN |
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| South Africa’s powerful conservation documentary “SPOILED” triumphed over 157 international entries to bring home the prestigious Best Film Promoting Sustainability award at Spain’s 10th Terres Travel Festival. |
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Out of 157 global entries spanning 29 countries, South Africa’s very own short feature documentary, SPOILED, has captured international acclaim, taking home the prestigious ‘Terres de l’Ebre’ Award for Best Film Promoting Sustainability at the 10th edition of the Terres Travel Festival.
Held from 12 to 18 September 2026 in Tortosa, Spain, the Terres Travel Festival stands as a premier global stage for film and tourism dedicated to sustainable development, conservation, and responsible travel. Standing tall as one of the festival’s top two Great Awards, this accolade celebrates storytelling that inspires the world to engage with our planet more responsibly.
The award marks the largest international victory to date for SPOILED – a deeply moving film that puts a spotlight on South Africa’s coastal communities, local fishers, dedicated scientists, and fierce activists uniting to protect our coastline from the threat of offshore oil and gas exploration.
It was presented as one of three “perspectives on nature conservation” at a live screening event as part of the festival programme.
The film premiered in South Africa at a high-level marine workshop in Cape Town in July 2025, unpacking preliminary findings from a WILDTRUST-led project examining the environmental, social and economic risks of offshore oil and gas exploration and extraction in South Africa.
The film takes viewers along the windswept coastline of the Northern Cape and the culturally rich Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape, revealing a simple and urgent truth: around 90% of South Africa’s mainland ocean territory is threatened by oil and gas exploration.
Through deeply personal interviews with local fishers, activists, youth and community leaders, the film uncovers the cracks in the system that allow international oil and gas giants to pursue drilling rights in South African waters – including flawed Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), a lack of meaningful public consultation, and the leasing of ocean space without community consent.
It is, at its heart, a story of resilience and hope: a tribute to and voice for the everyday heroes defending their livelihoods, their heritage and the ocean we all rely on.
“We are deeply honoured to receive this award for SPOILED. This film amplifies the voices of coastal communities who are too often ignored or sidelined in government-level decisions about their ocean. I feel incredibly privileged to produce films that help give marginalised communities – and nature itself – a voice and a meaningful say in decisions that affect their ocean, their livelihoods and, ultimately, our collective future,” said Lauren van Nijkerk, Campaigns and Communications Director at WILDTRUST.
The film was produced by WILDTRUST and Love Africa Marketing, in collaboration with The Green Connection, and has already built significant momentum since its release, with more than two million views across social media, screened to 20 fisher communities reaching over 750 people across three provinces, and a Silver Award at the International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA) 2026. The Terres de l’Ebre Award adds a major international accolade to that growing list.
Nicola Gerrard, film co-director and founder of Love Africa Marketing, said she was deeply honoured to receive this award, saying it shines a light on this important South African story for our ocean.
“Through the power of storytelling and film, we hope to build greater public awareness, deepen understanding, and inspire people to value and support our natural heritage. A heartfelt thank you to our crew and partners for their incredible commitment and effort in bringing this story to the screen,” Nicola added.
Green Connection Spokesperson, Neville van Rooy said the film comes at a critical time for South Africa.
“The Africa Energy Corporation-owned ‘Main Street 1549 Pty Ltd’ is pushing to secure Block 11b and 12b, currently conducting an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) with interests in oil and gas exploration off the coast of Mossel Bay. This also presents an opportunity for communities and potentially impacted stakeholders to speak up for their oceans – and information on how to have your voice heard is sitting on the film’s website.”
The hope is that this international honour will draw fresh global attention to the risks facing South Africa’s oceans and to the communities most likely to be affected.
SPOILED is available to watch online, and the public is encouraged to explore active offshore oil and gas applications along South Africa’s coastline via the interactive platform at stopthespoil.co.za.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| “WE PLAY DECENTLY IN PINK”: TEMBA BAVUMA HAILS WANDERERS WIN |
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| Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma praised his side's resilience and tactical discipline as the Proteas produced a commanding team effort to seal a series-clinching victory over Australia on Pink Day at the DP World Wanderers Stadium on Sunday, 27 September 2026. |
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Bavuma set the tone at the top of the order with a brilliant, anchoring century (103), absorbing early pressure before laying the platform for David Miller's explosive 142. The captain admitted conditions early on demanded patience before the innings caught fire.
"I think another good team performance. It started a bit tricky up front, but we managed to handle that challenge and get ourselves to that total. It was unbelievable, and we were inspired by David," Bavuma said after the match.
Defending 365/9, South Africa faced an early onslaught from Australia's top order, but the Proteas remained composed under fire, using key breakthroughs to tilt the momentum back in their favour. |
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"They held their nerve in the first 10 [overs]. We knew they were going to put us under pressure, but we understood a couple of wickets would put them on the back foot. So, another overall team performance," Bavuma noted.
Reflecting on his own knock, Bavuma was pleased to convert an early entry at the crease after Aiden Markram was dismissed first ball into a decisive match-winning contribution.
"It’s nice to contribute with the bat. Coming in just after the first ball, I was able to take my time and build partnerships. It’s always nice to contribute to the team’s cause."
A key factor in stalling Australia's chase was the impact of spin, with Markram providing crucial balance alongside Keshav Maharaj and Bjorn Fortuin on a surface that offered an unexpected turn.
"Very valuable," Bavuma said of Markram's role.
"Him turning the ball away from the left-handers ... conditions offered a lot more spin than we expected. The way the spinners are complementing our bowling attack is great. Today, we probably didn't have the guys going in excess of 145 km/h, but we were able to lean on local knowledge."
The victory maintained South Africa's proud tradition on Pink Day, played in support of breast cancer awareness, in front of a capacity crowd in Johannesburg.
"It’s fantastic. The guys in the changing room were talking about the cheers everyone was getting. It’s always an event we look forward to, playing for a good cause. And we seem to play quite decently in the pink clothing as well."
– Source: www.iol.co.za |
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| BAFANA BAFANA START NEW ERA WITH HARD-FOUGHT VICTORY AGAINST GUINEA |
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| Pitso Mosimane began his new era as Bafana Bafana head coach with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Guinea in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday, 26 September 2026. |
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Bafana made a strong start on home soil and deservedly took the lead in the first half before Guinea responded after the break. However, the hosts showed resilience to regain their advantage and hold on for an important victory.
It was a competitive encounter that saw Bafana dominate for large periods of the opening stanza, while Guinea looked the more dangerous side for much of the second half before South Africa fought their way back into the contest.
Relebohile Mofokeng had an early opportunity to put Bafana ahead after a defensive mistake left him one-on-one with Guinea goalkeeper Soumaila Sylla, but the youngster was denied.
The hosts continued to apply pressure, with Mofokeng, Oswin Appollis and Thapelo Maseko causing problems for the Guinea defence with their movement and attacking play.
Guinea gradually grew into the game, with Aliou Balde proving particularly dangerous down the left flank. |
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Bafana eventually found the breakthrough in the 30th minute following a short corner. The delivery found Ime Okon at the back post, whose initial header was saved by Sylla, but the defender reacted quickly to the rebound and fired home.
Bafana finished the half strongly, with Maseko playing through on goal, although his effort went across the face of the goal. Teboho Mokoena then tested Sylla from distance, but the goalkeeper was equal to the powerful strike.
Guinea came out with greater purpose after the interval and began enjoying more possession, with Balde continuing to trouble the South African defence.
Balde almost created the equaliser around the hour mark when his cross found Karim Traore, but the forward's header went wide.
The visitors continued pushing forward, with Serhou Guirassy also going close as Guinea searched for a way back into the contest.
Their persistence eventually paid off in the 67th minute when Seydoubba Cisse found the equaliser, although the hosts immediately protested for an offside decision.
The goal appeared to spark Bafana back into life, and substitute Samukelo Kabini restored their lead eight minutes later with a composed finish in the 75th minute.
Guinea pushed for another equaliser in the closing stages, but Ronwen Williams produced important saves while the Bafana defence held firm to secure Mosimane a winning start to his second spell as head coach of Bafana.
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| SOUTH AFRICA BOOKS A PLACE IN THE 2027 NETBALL WORLD CUP |
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| South Africa’s World Cup ticket was already secured, while Malawi and Namibia earned Africa’s additional qualification spots in Nairobi. |
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South Africa have officially secured their place at the 2027 Netball World Cup, with their qualification already locked in through the World Netball Rankings before the 2026 Africa Netball Cup even got to its final stages.
And while that might sound straightforward, the qualification picture in Nairobi took an interesting turn along the way. South Africa and Uganda finished top of their respective pools during the continental tournament.
By the end of the eight-day tournament at the Moi International Sports Centre in Kasarani, Malawi and Namibia had secured Africa’s additional places at the 2027 Netball World Cup.
That means the continent will be represented by four teams in Sydney: South Africa, Uganda, Malawi and Namibia.
For the Proteas, however, the job was effectively done before the tournament even began. |
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Their ranking position had already guaranteed their place, alongside Uganda, leaving the Africa Netball Cup to determine which other teams would join them.
So while South Africa will be keeping a close eye on the results and celebrations around them, the Proteas can already turn their attention to Sydney 2027.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| GOLD RUSH FOR TEAM SA AS FIGHTERS WIN IMMAF WORLD CUP TITLES |
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| Team South Africa enjoyed a memorable international campaign with plenty of gold medals at the IMMAF Dipanda Angola World Cup. |
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South Africa had plenty to celebrate at the 2026 IMMAF Dipanda Angola World Cup, with four local fighters returning home as champions.
JJ Karagiannidis claimed gold in the Men’s Featherweight division at 65 kg, producing a first-round submission on his way to the title. He was joined at the top of the podium by Mduduzi Nkomo, who won the Men’s Flyweight division at 57 kg and brought another championship belt back to Team South Africa. |
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There was also success in the youth divisions, with Caitey Karagiannidis taking gold in the Youth A 57 kg category. Josef Moosa was also crowned an IMMAF Dipanda Angola World Cup champion in the Youth A 57 kg division, adding another gold medal to South Africa’s tally.
The results made for a strong showing from Team SA at the international competition and another encouraging moment for the country’s growing MMA scene.
From the senior divisions to the next generation coming through, South African fighters made sure the flag was well represented on the podium in Angola.
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| SOUTH AFRICA MAKES CANOE POLO HISTORY AT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS |
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| South Africa sent its biggest-ever World Championship squad to Duisburg, including the first U21 women’s team from Africa to compete at the event. |
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South African canoe polo has taken another step forward on the international stage, with the country sending its biggest-ever squad to the World Championships in Duisburg, Germany.
The three-team contingent included the first-ever U21 women’s team from Africa to compete at the tournament, giving the campaign significance well beyond the final standings. |
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Across six days of competition, South Africa’s senior men, U21 men and U21 women faced some of the world’s more established canoe polo nations and still managed to pick up some impressive results.
The senior men finished 19th out of 24 teams, closing their campaign with a 4-3 victory over Malaysia. They also recorded wins against Canada and the United States (US), beating the Canadians 5-4 before claiming a 4-2 victory over the US.
A 3-3 draw against Brazil was another highlight, although a win in that match would have pushed South Africa into the top 16 and secured automatic qualification for the next World Championships.
James Truby was the team’s leading scorer, finding the net 14 times in nine matches, while Kyle Buchler and Kyle Hardy both scored six. The U21 men finished 17th, with wins over China and Malaysia, while Dru Guberman led the scoring with nine goals and Ayden Gething contributed five.
Then came the history-making U21 women. Every member of the squad was making her World Championship debut, yet the team managed to beat Canada and finish 13th.
They also faced eventual champions Spain, who piled on the pressure, but the young South Africans stood firm defensively and showed plenty of composure against one of the tournament’s strongest teams.
Lila Webster and Abigail Bottger finished as the team’s leading scorers with six and three goals, respectively.
There is plenty more to come from this group, too. Only one player in the U21 men’s squad will age out before the 2028 World Championships, while the women’s team was the youngest at the tournament, with an average age of under 17.
The tournament was ultimately won by Italy in the senior men’s competition, Germany took the women’s title, France won the U21 men’s event, and Spain claimed the U21 women’s crown.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| INTERNATIONAL SQUASH COMES TO JOBURG AS SOUTH AFRICA’S BEST TAKE CENTRE STAGE |
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| The Assore Classic gives local players a chance to earn valuable ranking points and test themselves against some of the world’s top talent. South Africa’s leading squash players won’t have to travel overseas to find serious international competition this week. |
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The Assore Classic at Parkview Squash Centre in Johannesburg is bringing a strong international field to local courts, with South African stars Hayley Ward and Dewald van Niekerk leading the charge.
The men’s and women’s events have a combined R 341 000 prize fund, making it one of the biggest competitions on the local squash calendar.
Egyptian players will provide some of the toughest opposition, including world No 110 Seif Tamer and women’s world No 79 Menna Walid. Ward, ranked 64th in the world, and Van Niekerk, ranked 79th, will headline the South African challenge.
They’ll be joined by other local contenders, including 2026 Growthpoint SA Nationals men’s champion Damian Groenewald and provincial teammate Helena Hudson.
For Van Niekerk, having international players come to South Africa is about much more than a strong draw.
“The development and benefits for squash players are amazing, and the fact that we are having tournaments with prize funds of $6 000 and higher has a massive impact on the development of the sport.”
He believes younger players can also learn simply by watching how higher-ranked international opponents prepare and approach their matches. Ward is returning to competition after taking a short break following her first Growthpoint SA Nationals title.
“I’m looking forward to the challenge, and although my world ranking might be a bit higher than some of the others, I know that the Egyptians are formidable players and it will be a tough week of squash.”
And the Assore series is not only about this week’s tournament. A second event with the same status will take place from 20 to 24 October 2026, giving local players another opportunity to collect ranking points and test themselves against international opposition.
The international exposure continues later in the year, with South Africa preparing to send men’s and women’s teams to the World Squash Federation World Team Championships in Cheongju, South Korea, from 14 to 19 December 2026.
The tournament will also form part of South Africa’s longer-term preparation towards Los Angeles 2028, when squash will make its Olympic debut.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| FIFTEEN-YEAR-OLD SOUTH AFRICAN DRIVER SELECTED FOR INTERNATIONAL FORMULA 4 SHOOTOUT |
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| The Cape Town teenager is one of just six young drivers worldwide competing for a fully funded Spanish Formula 4 season with MP Motorsport. |
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South African motorsport has a young driver to watch, with 15-year-old Cape Town racer William Marshall selected as one of just six drivers from around the world for the 2026 Richard Mille Young Talent Academy Formula 4 Shootout.
The selection puts Marshall among an elite group of junior drivers competing for the chance to take the next major step in their single-seater careers.
The shootout takes place in Spain from 10 to 14 October 2026, where the six drivers will be put through an intensive Formula 4 evaluation using identical machinery. They will be assessed across areas including racecraft, physical conditioning, mental resilience, data interpretation and communication with engineers.
The biggest prize is a major one. The winner will receive a fully funded Spanish Formula 4 season with MP Motorsport. |
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The Cape Town teenager claimed pole position at the 2025 FIA OK-N World Cup in Cremona, Italy, while also winning the South African Junior Max National Championship and the Junior African Open Championship.
He has continued to compete consistently at the top level of international junior karting, attracting attention as he works towards making the move into single-seater racing.
International mentor Joakim Ward, Team Principal of Ward Racing, said Marshall represents “exactly the kind of talent that emerges once in a generation”.
Now, he gets the opportunity to measure himself directly against five other promising young drivers on one of the biggest stages of his career so far.
Before heading to Spain, his preparation includes Formula 4 testing, simulator work, strength and conditioning, and engineering debriefs with MP Motorsport.
“I know there’s still a long way to go.”
Acknowledging that the shootout is another step in a much longer journey towards competing at the highest level.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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