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What is Wrong with the SAFA Constitution?

SAFA heads to elections again in 2026 — yet, unless something changes, the outcome is likely to mirror that of 2022. Why? Because the current constitutional framework is structurally engineered to entrench incumbency and suppress genuine renewal. This long read unpacks the systemic flaws embedded in SAFA’s constitution, explains how they undermine the possibility of meaningful change, and demonstrates why credible elections will remain out of reach until the organisation’s governance model is fundamentally reformed. Discover why true transformation is impossible without fixing the rules that shape the game.

SAFA NEC Member Gladwyn White's Revelations on the Governance Challenges in SAFA

In this revealing exposé, SAFA NEC Member Gladwyn White reveals the scope of his complaints about poor governance in SAFA. Click on the image to access the full reveal.

FACT CHECK: SAFA Lied to Parliament on 3 June 2025

Check out how SAFA lied to the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts, and Culture on 3 June 2025; Why did former SAFA CEO, Dennis Mumble, leave SAFA? Who was responsible for purchasing Fun Valley?

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Sports News

SABC Sport
Pakistan outplay Australia by 22 runs in first T20I at Lahore

Pakistan opened their T20 International series against Australia with a confident 22-run victory in the first match at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Thursday. [...]

World Cup trophy to arrive in SA as Ramaphosa, McKenzie lead celebrations

The FIFA World Cup trophy is set to touch down in Johannesburg on Friday from Kigali, Rwanda, marking a major moment in South Africa’s football calendar. [...]

Makhaula says reduced load without Champions League may shape league title race

Orlando Pirates midfield strongman Makhehleni “Khash” Makhaula says not being involved in the CAF Champions League this season will play a big factor in the Betway Premiership title chase. [...]

TimesLive
Face to face with the Disney Destiny
Face to face with the Disney Destiny
‘Zero tolerance for road deaths’: Santaco inspects taxis in Joburg
‘Zero tolerance for road deaths’: Santaco inspects taxis in Joburg
Hamilton encouraged by ‘amazing’ mileage in new Ferrari
Hamilton encouraged by ‘amazing’ mileage in new Ferrari
Sowetan Sport
Orlando Pirates release Ndah to explore new opportunities
Orlando Pirates release Ndah to explore new opportunities
Kaze praises Chiefs’ grit on tough away pitch
Kaze praises Chiefs’ grit on tough away pitch
WATCH | Stadium boss vows to fix FNB digital ticketing system issues
WATCH | Stadium boss vows to fix FNB digital ticketing system issues
Sunday World
Vusimuzi Matlala’s lawyers want transfer back to Gauteng as case moves to high court
Vusimuzi Matlala’s lawyers want transfer back to Gauteng as case moves to high court
Africa NextGen Economist winner set to receive over R180k prize
Africa NextGen Economist winner set to receive over R180k prize
Dalindyebo is a traitor, says Fikile Mbalula of king’s bromance with Israel
Dalindyebo is a traitor, says Fikile Mbalula of king’s bromance with Israel

Book Previews

Sneak Preview: Strugglesome: Breaking the Chains

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5. More Than a Game

Sneak Preview: More Than a Game – 2024

Sneak Preview: Red Card for a Stolen Victory – 2023

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Got Game – Football
Springboks rated SA’s strongest sport brand
Springboks rated SA’s strongest sport brand
The derby that brings a city – and a country – to a standstill
The derby that brings a city – and a country – to a standstill
Heady days as SA’s Big Three coaches strike gold
Heady days as SA’s Big Three coaches strike gold
Mail & Guardian Sport
Senegal survives chaos to claim African football glory
Regragui vs Thiaw: AFCON final highlights the rise of the African coach
Brandon Petersen and the heavy burden of defending the Nedbank Cup title
Brandon Petersen and the heavy burden of defending the Nedbank Cup title
Got Game – General Sports
The highs, lows and whoas of another wild sporting year
The highs, lows and whoas of another wild sporting year
Remembering SA’s fallen sporting heroes
SA’s sporting soundbites of the year
SA’s sporting soundbites of the year
The Citizen – Soccer
Pirates look to maintain title challenge
Pirates look to maintain title challenge
Cardoso calls for unity ahead for Al-Hilal clash
Cardoso calls for unity ahead for Al-Hilal clash
Fifa World Cup trophy coming to SA ahead of tournament
Fifa World Cup trophy coming to SA ahead of tournament
Daily Maverick
COUNCIL RUCTIONS : Joburg to appoint first deputy mayor as Dada Morero no-confidence motion postponed
COUNCIL RUCTIONS : Joburg to appoint first deputy mayor as Dada Morero no-confidence motion postponed
‘CITY IN DECLINE’: Nelson Mandela Bay draws up action plan after receiving qualified audit opinion
‘CITY IN DECLINE’: Nelson Mandela Bay draws up action plan after receiving qualified audit opinion
FADE TO BLACK: Who killed the SA film and television industry? Spoiler alert — the…
FADE TO BLACK: Who killed the SA film and television industry? Spoiler alert — the government

Football Stats - All SA Leagues

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Sneak Preview: Managing Football Part Two – 2023

Sneak Preview: Managing Football Part One – 2023

1. Our Football is Broken

Sneak Preview: Our Football Is Broken – 2022

Presentation for Book 1 – Our Football is Broken

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IOL Soccer
Quinton De Kock ton sinks West Indies in Centurion as Proteas take 2-0 T20I series…
Quinton De Kock ton sinks West Indies in Centurion as Proteas take 2-0 T20I series lead
England Roses wilt under Spar Proteas' defensive onslaught in Test series opener
England Roses wilt under Spar Proteas' defensive onslaught in Test series opener
Sead Ramovic returns to South Africa to face Gavin Hunt and Stellenbosch in Caf Confederation…
Sead Ramovic returns to South Africa to face Gavin Hunt and Stellenbosch in Caf Confederation Cup
iDiski Times
Cardoso On Brayan Léon Adaptation
Kaze Responds To Chiefs Title Talk After Latest Win
SA-Born Striker Joins Spanish Side
GSport4Girls
Road to World Cup and New IWC Cycle Begins: Proteas Women Ready for Pakistan Challenge
Road to World Cup and New IWC Cycle Begins: Proteas Women Ready for Pakistan Challenge
Class and Grit Sees Kgothatso Montjane Advance at the Australian Open
Class and Grit Sees Kgothatso Montjane Advance at the Australian Open
Incoming Surfing SA GM Danielle Powis Leads the Charge for Inclusivity and Excellence
Incoming Surfing SA GM Danielle Powis Leads the Charge for Inclusivity and Excellence
Diski365.com
TS Galaxy Coach Adnan Beganovic Gives Honest Update on Phakamani Mahlambi
TS Galaxy Coach Adnan Beganovic Gives Honest Update on Phakamani Mahlambi
Orlando Pirates Confirm Early Departure of Nigerian Defender Olisa Ndah
Orlando Pirates Confirm Early Departure of Nigerian Defender Olisa Ndah
Pirates Captain Nkosinathi Sibisi Refuses to Predict Sundowns’ Title Fate
Pirates Captain Nkosinathi Sibisi Refuses to Predict Sundowns’ Title Fate

Historical Results

All South African Men's National Team Results Since 1906

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All South African Women's National Team Results

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COSAFA News

COSAFA News
Racheal Nachula confident Zambia will shine in coming competitions
LISTEN! COSAFA Women’s Championship to provide fine-tune for WAFCON
COSAFA teams to face-off at TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026
SAFA
Bafana out of AFCON after defeat to Cameroon
Bafana prepare for tough AFCON Last 16 clash against Cameroon
Bafana through to the Last 16 stage of the Africa Cup of Nations
Bafana through to the Last 16 stage of the Africa Cup of Nations
Lesotho Football Association
Opportunity for Basotho to become FIFA Football Agents
LeFA President discusses roadmap with DIFAs
Likuena drawn against Seychelles for Afcon 2027 Preliminary Round

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The South African – Soccer
Orlando Pirates veteran will RETIRE if he wins the league
Orlando Pirates veteran will RETIRE if he wins the league
January full list: 10 transfer decisions made Orlando Pirates
January full list: 10 transfer decisions made Orlando Pirates
February fixtures: Chiefs’ five matches include Soweto derby
February fixtures: Chiefs’ five matches include Soweto derby
Sportswire South Africa
Kaze Hails Lilepo’s Stunner After Gallants Win
Ndamane Self-Critical After Sundowns Debut Despite Victory
Kaze Urges Focus As Chiefs Rise
Kickoff
Palacios: 'Bafana players can't talk about fatigue'
Palacios: 'Bafana players can't talk about fatigue'
Wydad confirm 18-yo star as Lorch's direct replacement
Wydad confirm 18-yo star as Lorch's direct replacement
Top PSL referee to hang up whistle
Top PSL referee to hang up whistle
Soccer Laduma
New Signings & Key Numbers: Chiefs' Halfway Analysis
New Signings & Key Numbers: Chiefs' Halfway Analysis
Downs To Go For Title With Younger Line-Up?
Downs To Go For Title With Younger Line-Up?
Official: Mayambela Secures New Club In Europe
Official: Mayambela Secures New Club In Europe

Rankings

Where PSL Clubs Rank in World, African & South African Rankings

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History of South African Football
Which Is The Heaviest South African Jersey? Is It 10, 11 or 15?
Which Is The Heaviest South African Jersey? Is It 10, 11 or 15?
Jersey Number 10: Who Is The Greatest of Them All in PSL History?
Jersey Number 10: Who Is The Greatest of Them All in PSL History?
Blowing the Whistle on the World Stage: South Africa’s Referees Keep Making History
Blowing the Whistle on the World Stage: South Africa’s Referees Keep Making History
Jerome Damon flies the South African flag high

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Soccer Bullet
Cardoso On Brayan Léon Adaptation
Chiefs’ five matches include Soweto derby
Chiefs’ five matches include Soweto derby
Kaze Responds To Chiefs Title Talk After Latest Win
Flashscore – Latest Global Results
Under-pressure Sweden coach Apelgren defiant: "I have a contract until 2028"
Under-pressure Sweden coach Apelgren defiant: "I have a contract until 2028"
Nigeria international Olisa Ndah leaves Orlando Pirates by mutual consent
Nigeria international Olisa Ndah leaves Orlando Pirates by mutual consent
Kylian Mbappe sets historic record to lead Champions League goalscoring charts
Kylian Mbappe sets historic record to lead Champions League goalscoring charts
BBC South African Soccer
Morocco set for derby with Algeria in Wafcon 2026 group
Morocco set for derby with Algeria in Wafcon 2026 group
Who has been called up for Afcon 2025?
Who has been called up for Afcon 2025?
Holders Nigeria lead qualifiers for 2026 Wafcon
Holders Nigeria lead qualifiers for 2026 Wafcon
The Citizen Sports
Pirates look to maintain title challenge
Pirates look to maintain title challenge
Cardoso calls for unity ahead for Al-Hilal clash
Cardoso calls for unity ahead for Al-Hilal clash
Fifa World Cup trophy coming to SA ahead of tournament
Fifa World Cup trophy coming to SA ahead of tournament
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