Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

Media Statement: Protea Women Precious Ambassadors of Our Republic, Committee Chair

The performances in the 2024 World Cup have created an opportunity for the Proteas from now on to unlock its potential

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts and Culture, Mr Joe McGluwa, has saluted the valiant effort shown by Protea Women for the duration of the Women T20 World Cup in Dubai. He congratulated the team on behalf of the committee. He said the performances in the 2024…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrean Community Festival in Australia and New Zealand

The festival, attended by a number of nationals from several cities across Australia and New Zealand, featured various activities

The annual Eritrean Community Festival in Australia and New Zealand was celebrated with patriotic fervor from January 11 to 14 under the theme “Heroic Feat Anchored on Cohesive Ranks.” The festival, attended by a number of nationals from several cities across Australia and New Zealand, featured various activities. These included…

Source: FIFA |

FIFA and FIFPRO release report on the Social Media Protection Service at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™

239 active accounts held by 29 match officials and the 32 participating teams were also covered by this service

The report demonstrates the success of the Social Media Protection Service in protecting almost 700 players and coaches; The Social Media Protection Service has now been used at eight FIFA (https://www.FIFA.com) tournaments in the last 12 months; Gianni Infantino says there can be “no hiding place” for those who abuse…

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Rugby: South Africa get the party started at HSBC SVNS in Cape Town

South Africa’s Blitzboks through to HSBC SVNS Cape Town quarter-finals in vibrant festival atmosphere

The opening day of HSBC SVNS in Cape Town witnessed the very best of rugby sevens with the top 12 men’s and women’s teams in the world showcasing their talents and feeding off the vibrant energy emanating from the stands at the DHL Stadium. There were fireworks on and off…

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Rugby: South Africa men and Australia women claimed the first titles of HSBC SVNS 2024 with victory in Dubai

The HSBC SVNS action continues in Cape Town on 9-10 December

South Africa’s Blitzboks overcame a spirited Argentina 12-7 to lift their fifth straight Emirates Dubai 7s trophy – equaling the record for successive titles at a single location. Although Argentina had to settle for silver it represented their best ever result in Dubai. Interview of the Captain of South Africa…

Source: FIFA |

FIFA media rights tenders commence for Sub-Saharan Africa

FIFA is pleased to announce that it has opened two separate tender processes for the media rights to the FIFA World Cup 26™ and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ in Sub-Saharan Africa

FIFA World Cup 26™ (www.FIFA.com) and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ tender processes now open for Sub-Saharan Africa; African nations excelled at last year’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ and at this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup™ hosted by Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand; A minimum of nine African nations will seal…

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Source: Rugby Africa |

Rugby World Cup Final Victory: Message from Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah to South Africa’s Springboks

YOU have not only secured victory but offered hope to the hopeless, strength to the weak, and confidence to those who may have doubted themselves

Celebrating South Africa’s victory against New Zealand in the final of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Herbert Mensah, the newly elected President of Rugby Africa, (www.RugbyAfrique.com), the continental governing body of rugby across Africa, issues a message of congratulations addressed to Mark Alexander, President of the South Africa Rugby Union…

Source: FIFA |

Moments – the Official Film of the record-breaking FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ – releases on FIFA+

Moments celebrates the unforgettable highlights that defined the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ on and off the pitch

Film showcases growth of, and passion for, women’s football worldwide, providing an intimate look at the journey, dedication and triumphs that have propelled the FIFA (www.FIFA.com) Women’s World Cup™ to new heights; Moments offers an immersive review of the 2023 edition of the tournament, capturing the personal journeys of the…

Source: Government of Lesotho |

Lesotho: Uganda, New Zealand Pay Courtesy Call on Prime Minister

The visit comes as a reflection of Lesotho’s commitment to fostering partnerships with countries across the globe thus paving the way for shared growth and development

In a diplomatic gesture aimed at strengthening international ties and promoting cooperation, the designated commissioners from the Republic of Uganda and New Zealand to the Kingdom of Lesotho paid a courtesy call to Prime Minister Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane on Wednesday. In an interview, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International…

Source: FIFA |

First-ever FIFA Fan Festival at FIFA Women’s World Cup sets the standard

The FIFA Fan Festivals became the focal point of celebration for thousands who enjoyed this unique football experience without entering a stadium

The FIFA (https://www.FIFA.com) Fan Festivals in the nine host cities for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ capped of a month of football and family fun with tens of thousands cheering Spain to victory around Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. From the moment the tournament kicked off on July 20, the…