Author: Rethabile Nyelele

South African motorists may soon find some relief at the pumps as early data for October shows a strong start for fuel price recoveries, raising hopes of potential petrol cuts in November. According to the Central Energy Fund (CEF), both petrol and diesel prices have begun the month with over-recoveries, suggesting that current market conditions could pave the way for a downward adjustment in next month’s fuel prices. Positive Start for October Preliminary figures indicate that petrol is showing an over-recovery of between 38 and 42 cents per litre, while diesel is recording a smaller over-recovery of around 5 cents…

Chery has introduced a new entry-level variant of its Tiggo Cross SUV, called the Million Edition, offering a more affordable option for South African buyers. The model seems to celebrate the brand’s milestone of exporting its 1-millionth Tiggo 4 Pro earlier this year, as the Tiggo Cross is essentially a facelifted version of the Tiggo 4. Priced at R359,900, the Million Edition is R40,000 cheaper than the previous base model, the Comfort, making it an attractive choice for those seeking Chery’s SUV experience on a budget. Features and Specifications To reach a lower price, the Million Edition comes with a…

Kaizer Chiefs’ season continues to unravel. The club’s latest disappointment came in the form of an early Carling Knockout Cup exit against Stellenbosch FC on Sunday. This is another defeat that further highlighted their worrying lack of attacking edge. Another Frustrating Night for Amakhosi At Cape Town Stadium on Sunday, the clash ended goalless after 120 minutes of sluggish football, forcing a penalty shootout. Chiefs were left to rue another night of missed opportunities as they crashed out 5-4 on penalties. The defeat extended a worrying trend for the Soweto giants, who continue to struggle to convert dominance into goals.…

Orlando Pirates will face defending champions Magesi FC in a mouthwatering Carling Knockout quarterfinal clash. This follows Sunday’s draw conducted at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The draw was made shortly after Magesi’s thrilling 3-2 victory over AmaZulu. The Limpopo-based side, fondly known as Dikwena tsa Meetse, will now gear up for a stern test against the Buccaneers, who are eyeing silverware after a mixed start to their domestic campaign. Stellies to Face Gallants In other quarterfinal matchups, Stellenbosch FC will travel to face Marumo Gallants. Stellies knocked Kaizer Chiefs out of the competition in a dramatic penalty shootout earlier on…

Former Orlando Pirates sensation Mohau Nkota has hit the jackpot in his budding football career, securing a lucrative deal in the Middle East that sees him earning a staggering R300,000 per week. Big Move Abroad Nkota shocked the local football fraternity in July when he sealed a three-year deal with Saudi Arabian side Al Ettifaq. The 20-year-old winger had only broken into Pirates’ senior team eight months prior but had already made his mark with seven goals and five assists in 39 appearances. His rapid rise made him one of the hottest young talents in South African football. Banking Big…

Kaizer Chiefs were left ruing missed chances as they stumbled to a 1-1 draw against AmaZulu in a match where the scoreline told only part of the story. At full-time, Chiefs players slumped on the turf, their disappointment matched by thousands of supporters in the stands who had expected a win. Despite dominating possession and carving out clear opportunities, Amakhosi were forced to settle for a single point at FNB Stadium. Ngwenya Strikes First for AmaZulu For all their early intent, Chiefs found themselves chasing the game after a lapse in concentration at the back. Inacio Miguel’s half-clearance failed to…

Andile Mpisane, the former Royal AM chairman, part-time player, and son of Durban businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize, is reportedly preparing for a return to professional football—this time beyond South African borders. According to a report in the Eswatini Daily News, the 24-year-old has been training with Mbabane Highlanders AM as the club gears up for the new season, which is set to begin this weekend. Mpisane, known to many as a DJ and rapper as much as a footballer, has not stepped onto a competitive pitch since Royal AM’s last run in December last year. His sudden reappearance has sparked renewed…

Orlando Pirates strengthened their Betway Premiership title credentials on Tuesday night with a commanding 2–0 victory over TS Galaxy at Orlando Stadium. Goals from Evidence Makgopa and Tshegofatso Mabasa ensured the Buccaneers extended their unbeaten run to 10 matches across all competitions while climbing to third in the standings. Makgopa Opens the Scoring in Soweto Pirates entered the match in a confident mood and wasted no time asserting themselves. From the outset, they pinned Galaxy back with high pressing and quick passing. The breakthrough arrived in the 19th minute when the referee awarded a penalty after a challenge inside the…

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has been hit with sanctions from FIFA following the ineligibility of midfielder Teboho Mokoena in the recent 2026 FIFA World Cup preliminary match against Lesotho on 21 March 2025. Match Declared Forfeit The FIFA Disciplinary Committee ruled that South Africa had breached Article 19 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code (FDC) and Article 14 of the World Cup 2026 Preliminary Competition Regulations by fielding Mokoena, who was deemed ineligible to play. As a result, the fixture has been awarded 3-0 in favour of Lesotho, overturning South Africa’s on-field result. In addition to the forfeit, SAFA…

Orlando Pirates supporters breathed a sigh of relief on Friday as the club confirmed that rising star Relebohile Mofokeng’s recent absence from training is unlikely to keep him out for long. The 20-year-old forward, who was instrumental in Pirates’ narrow 1-0 win over Siwelele FC earlier this week, missed the team’s final preparation session ahead of Saturday’s CAF Champions League fixture against Lioli FC of Lesotho. Coach Provides Cautious Update Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou gave a cautious update on Mofokeng’s status, saying: “I need to speak with the medical team to see where he is. Rele is a key player for…