Author: Rethabile Nyelele

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi believes the club’s long-awaited Nedbank Cup victory could mark the beginning of a new era of success — and perhaps cement his position at Naturena beyond the current season. Amakhosi edged Orlando Pirates 2-1 in a thrilling final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, finally ending their 10-year trophy drought. As Kaizer Chiefs savored this moment of glory, questions have been mounting over Nabi’s future, with Chiefs still battling to secure a top-eight finish in the league. Delivering When It Mattered Most Kaizer Chiefs opened the scoring through a penalty by Gaston Sirino, but the advantage…

The cricket world was rocked earlier this month when Kagiso Rabada, one of South Africa’s premier fast bowlers, confirmed he had tested positive for a banned recreational substance. This admission stirred widespread speculation, with many questioning which drug had been involved. Over the weekend, however, Rapport confirmed that the substance found in Rabada’s system was cocaine. Tested During SA20 Rabada’s positive test came after a routine check conducted by the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) during the SA20 tournament. The test took place on 21 January, following a fixture between MI Cape Town and Durban’s Super Giants in…

South Africa’s relay teams delivered one of their greatest collective performances in history on Sunday at the World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China. The country clinched two gold medals and one bronze. Three national records were smashed, and all four teams qualified for the World Championships in Tokyo. The men’s 4x100m and 4x400m teams stormed to gold. Meanwhile, the women’s 4x400m team bagged bronze in a performance that left Athletics South Africa president James Moloi calling it nothing short of “ecstatic”. Simbine and Co Set the Track Alight In the men’s 4x100m final, the team of Bayanda Walaza, Sinesipho Dambile,…

Orlando Pirates has confirmed that Head Coach Jose Riveiro will coach the team for the final time on Tuesday evening during their Betway Premiership match against Golden Arrows. Riveiro, whose contract was originally set to run until the end of June 2025, has been granted an early release after he requested to leave the club ahead of schedule, having already signed with a new team. A Farewell to Remember In a statement from the club, Chairman Dr. Irvin Khoza expressed the club’s respect for Riveiro’s decision to depart earlier than planned. “Jose approached us a few weeks ago with a…

BAFANA BAFANA VS MALAWI – This afternoon, Bafana Bafana face a pivotal challenge at Loftus Versfeld Stadium as they aim to overturn a 1-0 deficit against Malawi in the second leg of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025 qualifiers. The national team must secure a win by at least two goals to progress directly. A 1-0 victory would push the tie into a penalty shootout. Bafana Bafana vs Malawi Match Details CHECK LIVE STREAM HERE: Ntseki’s Tactical Emphasis Head coach Molefi Ntseki has expressed confidence in his squad’s understanding of the stakes involved. He emphasized the need for a balanced…

Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI) remains one of the continent’s most powerful tourism marketing showcases. It is also a top-three “must-visit” event on the global travel calendar. The ATI 2025, scheduled for May 2025 in Durban, carries even more weight. This is because South Africa is now set to host the prestigious G20 World Leaders Summit. ATI 2025 is more than a trade show – it’s an international stage to display our country’s capacity to host major events. It also reinforces Brand South Africa and the African continent as premier destinations. A Continental Powerhouse of Tourism Exchange With over 690 tourism…

Kaizer Chiefs have finally ended their long wait for silverware by securing the 2024/25 Nedbank Cup title with a 2-1 win over arch-rivals Orlando Pirates in a thrilling Soweto Derby showdown on Saturday afternoon. Team Changes and Tactical Tweaks The Amakhosi made a bold goalkeeping switch, opting to bench regular shot-stopper Bruce Bvuma in favour of Brandon Petersen. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers introduced three changes of their own, with Deano Van Rooyen, Nkosinathi Sibisi, and Patrick Maswanganyi slotting into the starting XI after last weekend’s derby. Early Drama and First-Half Goals Chiefs wasted little time in stamping their authority. Just eight…

The stage is set for a monumental clash as Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates face off in the 2025 Nedbank Cup final at Moses Mabhida Stadium. This marks the first time since 2006 that the Soweto giants meet in the tournament’s final. It reignites one of the most storied rivalries in South African football. How to Watch Kick-off is scheduled for 15:30 CAT. To catch all the action in the Nedbank Cup final, watch the final live via the stream and stay tuned for match updates and post-game reaction HERE: Live stream at HERE: Stakes Higher Than Ever For the…

The stage is set for a thrilling climax to the season as Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates prepare to lock horns in the Nedbank Cup final at Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium. For coaches Nasreddine Nabi and Jose Riveiro, this isn’t just a battle for silverware—it’s a fight for pride, legacy, and, perhaps, job security. Riveiro’s Final Soweto Battle Spaniard Jose Riveiro heads into the final with momentum, having just led the Buccaneers to a 2-1 win over Chiefs in last weekend’s Soweto Derby. That win not only handed bragging rights to Pirates fans, but also intensified pressure on…

Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates are set to meet in a mouth-watering Nedbank Cup final on Saturday at Moses Mabhida Stadium. This is the first such meeting in the final since 2006. Just a week after the Buccaneers edged their rivals 2-1 in the Betway Premiership, fans are being treated to another edition of the iconic Soweto Derby. However, this time around, the silverware is on the line. Recent Form and Motivation Pirates come into this final with momentum, having defeated both Chiefs and Golden Arrows in the space of four days. José Riveiro’s side is chasing a historic third…