Author: Rethabile Nyelele

FIFA has officially opened a disciplinary case against the South African Football Association (SAFA) and Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena. This follows the player’s participation in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier while under suspension. Mokoena Fielded Despite Suspension The controversy stems from South Africa’s 2–0 victory over Lesotho in Polokwane on 21 March, where Mokoena featured despite being ineligible. The 28-year-old had received two yellow cards earlier in the qualifiers against Benin in November 2023 and Zimbabwe in June 2024, triggering a mandatory one-match ban under FIFA rules. In a letter sent to SAFA on 15 September 2025, FIFA…

Orlando Pirates will begin their CAF Champions League campaign this weekend against Lioli at the Free State Stadium, but they will do so without five notable players who have been left out of their registered squad. Five Big Names Miss Out The Buccaneers submitted their final 40-man squad in compliance with CAF regulations, leaving out a handful of players who are still regaining match fitness. Among those omitted are: Olisa Ndah Thabiso Sesane Makhehlene Makhaula Selaelo Rasebotja Sifiso Luthuli These absences mean head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou will need to make tactical adjustments as the Soweto giants look to make a…

South African motorists often wonder how far they can push the speedometer before attracting a fine. Thanks to the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) Act, there is a built-in tolerance for slight speed limit breaches. But this grace only stretches so far, and the consequences become serious once you exceed it. The 10km/h Tolerance Rule Under Aarto regulations, motorists are allowed a margin of error of up to 10km/h above the posted limit. This buffer exists to account for speedometer inaccuracies and to avoid clogging up the courts with trivial cases of minor speeding. However, this tolerance does…

South Africa’s U20 coach, Raymond Mdaka, has named his final 21-man squad for the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, and the shock omission of Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has sparked major debate among supporters. Amajita ride a wave of confidence into the global tournament after a remarkable two years, clinching the 2024 COSAFA Cup and lifting the 2025 AFCON U20 title. The team now faces a challenging test in Group E, where they will take on France, the USA, and tournament debutants New Caledonia. Balanced Squad With Local and International Talent Mdaka has stuck with the core…

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso did not hide his frustration after his side was forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership on Wednesday evening. The result, played out at Seisa Ramabodu Stadium, marked the Brazilians’ third draw in just seven league matches – an unusual run for the reigning champions. Sundowns Control the Game but Fail to Win Sundowns were dominant from start to finish, enjoying 72% possession and creating far more opportunities than their hosts. Despite their control, Gallants struck first when Iqraam Rayners opened the scoring in the 28th minute. Sundowns’…

Despite a rocky start to the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season, Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine believes the Buccaneers have what it takes to finally end Mamelodi Sundowns’ dominance and lift the league title. Mixed Start but Steady Recovery Pirates stumbled out of the gates with back-to-back defeats against Sekhukhune United and Marumo Gallants. This raised early doubts about their campaign. However, the Soweto giants quickly steadied themselves, stringing together three straight victories. They edged Stellenbosch FC and Orbit College 1-0 at Orlando Stadium before dismantling Chippa United 3-0 in Gqeberha, restoring confidence in their camp. No Longer Sundowns’ ‘Bridesmaids’ Chaine…

Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi has confirmed that his squad is currently larger than he would prefer, opening the door for several players to secure loan moves before the transfer window shuts at midnight on Monday, 22 September. The Tunisian tactician revealed that he is working hand-in-hand with management to ensure game time for both fringe players and rising stars who are struggling for opportunities at Naturena. The big question now is: Which Amakhosi players could be packing their bags in the coming days? Potential Loan Departures at Kaizer Chiefs Samkelo Zwane (23) – Defensive Midfielder Once hailed as the…

With just two weeks to go before the new fuel prices are set for October, South Africans have been cautioned to prepare for a petrol price increase. This follows the latest figures from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) for the second week of September 2025, It show petrol price recoveries remain in negative territory. Petrol Prices Under Pressure The CEF’s mid-month data points to an increase of between 13 and 21 cents per litre for petrol. Specifically: In contrast, wholesale diesel prices of 0.05% and 0.005% are projected to decrease by 9 cents per litre. Illuminating paraffin is also expected…

E-hailing drivers across South Africa now have 180 days to meet the new requirements under the recently amended National Land Transport Act, which formally recognises e-hailing as a legal form of public transport. Licensing and Application Process According to Transport Department spokesperson Collen Msibi, all e-hailing drivers must apply for an operating licence through provincial regulatory entities. Each of the nine provinces will have a designated office to handle applications, working in coordination with municipalities. The operating licence costs around R600 and must be renewed every five years. In addition, drivers must hold a Professional Driving Permit (PrDP), which conducts…

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has urged calm following Amakhosi’s 3-1 defeat to Sekhukhune United at the FNB Stadium on Tuesday evening. The result marked Chiefs’ first Betway Premiership loss of the campaign after a strong start that saw them collect 13 points from their opening five matches. Sekhukhune Take Advantage Eric Tinkler’s Sekhukhune, who have emerged as surprise early-season leaders, punished Chiefs’ defensive lapses. Bradley Grobler opened the scoring early on before Flavio Da Silva equalised for the hosts. However, Grobler struck again in the second half, followed by Thabang Monare’s finish, sealing an impressive win for Babina…