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Bayanda Walaza poised to succeed Akani Simbine as South Africa's leading sprint sensation
Bayanda Walaza is emerging as South Africa's next sprint star, potentially succeeding Akani Simbine, following his record-breaking performances and World Athletics Under-20 victories.
Alan Committie races through much hilarity with relatable scenarios in ‘Comedy Gold’
If you’ve attended any of his shows, you will be aware of the interactive aspect of it. This ensures that no two shows are the same.
Home is clearly where the heart is for SA Olympic sprint star Bayanda Walaza
SA sprinter Bayanda Walaza’s decision to study at TUT was met with criticism on social media, but going overseas is not necessarily the right path for every athlete, writes Ashfak Mohamed.
Paris Olympics star Bayanda Walaza enrols at Tshwane University of Technology
Pairs Olympics silver medalist Bayanda Walaza who will celebrate his 19th birthday next month, will be studying Supply Chain Management at the Tshwane University of Technology.
Returning Antoine Dupont brings 'aura' to Galthie's France for Six Nations
Olympic gold medallist Antoine Dupont makes his triumphant return to French rugby, bringing fresh energy and expertise to Les Bleus' Six Nations campaign.
2025 SA sport wishlist: From silverware for Proteas to Springboks humbling All Blacks at Eden Park
IOL Sport's John Goliath shares his sporting wishlist for 2025, hoping that Mzansi's sport stars can bring us more exhilarating moments and joy this year.
SA performances at Paris Olympics pave the way for future Rainbow Nations stars
The performances of Team SA at the Paris Olympics in 2024 gives fans optimism about the future of SA athletics writes IOL Sport's Michael Sherman.
WATCH: Bayanda Walaza’s widowed mom Tholiwe shares how she raised an Olympic star
Tholiwe Walaza later revealed in an interview with IOL Sport that her son Bayanda had to overcome his father’s tragic death by gunshot at the age of 10.
WATCH: Was Tatjana Smith’s R100 gift the top sporting moment of 2024?
As 2024 rolls to a close, there have been some incredible sporting moments this year but one stood out from the rest even though it did not happen in a sports arena.
Year-end review: Silver lining for South African athletics at Paris Olympics
While Team South Africa’s athletics squad only claimed two medals at the Paris Olympics, there was a lot to cheer about for Mzansi.
From cardboard beds to celebrity adventures: the quirkiest travel tales of 2024
Explore the most bizarre and captivating travel stories of 2024, from Olympic cardboard beds to celebrity adventures that defy expectations.
Brand Springboks end 2024 all powerful
Explore the Springboks' remarkable 2024 season, the Blitzboks' Olympic journey, and the Springbok Women's aspirations for the 2025 World Cup.
2024 Travel trends: discover the world's most searched destinations
As international tourism bounced back this year, these were the trends and insights that shaped travel.
Public Protector investigates Gayton McKenzie’s alleged misuse of Olympic funds
Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture’s recent trip to the Olympics in France has received a special attention from the Public Protector, Advocate Kholeka, Gcaleka who has confirmed that her office will be investigating the matter.
Gayton McKenzie seeks FIFA meeting over embattled SAFA chief Danny Jordaan's fraud charges
South African sports minister Gayton McKenzie says he has written to FIFA following the arrest on fraud charges of SAFA president Danny Jordaan.
Taiwan boxer at centre of Olympic gender row 'quits event'
Taiwan sports chiefs said Wednesday that Olympic boxing champion Lin Yu-ting had pulled out of a competition in Britain after her gender eligibility was questioned but organisers countered that she was not entered in the event.
‘Just the beginning’ as relay star Nkoana chases more medals
Paris Olympic silver medallist Bradley Nkoana is currently enjoying some time off since the athletics season ended, and is basking in the glory of his breakthrough year.
South Africa’s Mpumelelo Mhlongo and his journey to Paralympic success
Mpumelelo Mhlongo first claimed gold in the men’s T44 100m before adding the bronze in the Men’s T64 200m.
Defiant Gayton McKenzie hits back over Paris Olympic costs: ‘Don’t compare me to Mama Joy, I’m not a super fan’
Before he began his pre-written speech Minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie wanted to address his departments expenditure at the Paris Olympics in which over R800,000 was spent.
Gayton McKenzie slams ‘gravy train Paris Olympics trip’ report - ‘Stop lying to the people’
Though Gayton McKenzie made no mention of what the trip cost, or disputed the figure quoted in the report, he went to considerable lengths to explain the work he did in Paris.
WATCH: Bayanda Walaza’s Curro Hazeldean sets new world record in U18 100 metre relay
The boys Under-17 4x100m relay team of Matodzi Ndou, Inam Dlunge, Adam Motloung and Zattu Hlongwane coached by Thabo Matebedi, won their NWU top-30 meeting in incredible fashion in Potchefstroom on Saturday.
Toyota ends sponsorship with 'political' Olympics
Japanese auto giant Toyota is to end their top-tier Olympics sponsorship, its chairman has said, citing the sporting showpiece's increasingly political influence that puts athletes on the back burner.
Five athletes failed doping tests at Paris Olympics
Around a third of Olympic athletes were drug-tested during the Paris Games this year, with only five positive results, according to the International Testing Agency.
Justice for murdered Rebecca Cheptegei is imperative, says former Nigerian gold medalist
Rebecca Cheptegei, who competed at the Paris Olympics in August died in Eldoret, Kenya, less than a month later after being set on fire by her boyfriend.
Olympic silver medalist Bayanda Walaza set to star in Curro Podium Athletics North meeting
Bayanda Walaza will still be on a high after he claimed a silver medal at the Paris Olympics as part of the South African men’s 4x100m relay team.