Tag: South Africa
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Rugby World Cup 2023: South Africa appeals WADA decision
The South African rugby team ran the risk of playing its Rugby World Cup quarter-final against France without broadcasting its anthem or displaying its flag. This was because South African legislation did not comply with the World Anti-Doping Agency’s new regulations. South Africa has appealed to CAS against this decision. The Springboks were threatened with…
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Rugby World Cup 2023: South Africa without anthem or flag?
A strange situation is looming for South Africa at the Rugby World Cup. The country, under threat of suspension from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), could be deprived of its national anthem and flag. Barring a catastrophe, South Africa is set to face France in the quarter-finals of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.That is, unless…
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Rugby World Cup 2023: South Africa lose to Ireland as Namibia sink to bottom
The group stage clash at the Rugby World Cup has just delivered its verdict. In Pool B, South Africa lost to Ireland 13-8. Namibia lost to France 96-0 on Thursday. Ireland dominate South Africa in Pool B clash In this duel of behemoths, it was South Africa who kicked off the hostilities. After a foul…
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Rugby World Cup 2023: South Africa leads the way as Namibia loses out
The second day of the Rugby World Cup seemed to be a copy-paste of the first for the two African representatives. South Africa won, while Namibia lost, big time.Here’s a look back at the two teams’ performances. Springboks show no mercy against Romania You’ll have to get up early to get the crown on the…
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Rugby World Cup 2023: South Africa begins defending title
The Rugby World Cup kicks off this Friday, September 08. It opens with a clash between hosts France and New Zealand. It’s a duel that’s sure to create sparks. Both nations are among the favorites, along with defending champions South Africa. The Springboks enter the competition with a squad ready to take on the immense…
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South Africa – Rugby: Elton Jantjies tests positive for a doping agent
A new setback for Elton Jantjies. The South African rugby player has tested positive for the doping agent clenbuterol. Another case he could have done without. Elton Jantjies is in turmoil. The South African international has tested positive for a doping substance. The substance in question is clenbuterol, which has been detected by the competent…
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Netball World Cup: Jamaica ready to leave South Africa following theft cases
South Africa is hosting the Netball World Cup for the first time on African soil. But the organization is not up to scratch, according to players from Jamaica. The team captain has reportedly been the victim of theft. It was ecstasy for South Africa to host the Netball World Cup. In the 60 years of…
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Football – Women’s World Cup 2027: Danny Jordaan’s plea for Africa
South Africa is bidding to host the Women’s World Cup in 4 years’ time. The President of the South African Football Association sees this as a way of reducing the backwardness of African teams in the world game. South Africa’s rivals are Brazil, the joint Mexico-USA and Belgium bids, and Germany-Netherlands. African women’s soccer is…
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Rugby Championship: Springboks look to bounce back after defeat
South Africa is in the middle of its run-in. The Springboks lost to New Zealand last weekend. A defeat that has left its mark on a squad that has been depleted ahead of the World Cup in September… After the spanking, South Africa wants to move on. The Springboks, beaten 35-20 by New Zealand last…
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Tennis (F)- Kgothatso Montjane: “I feel like a beacon of hope”.
South African wheelchair tennis player Kgothatso Montjane wants Africa to be better represented on the circuit. Having won a Grand Slam title and a Grand Slam final in 2023, she doesn’t like the fact that Africa is less valued than other continents. Kgothatso Montjane has a message. The wheelchair tennis player, who became the first…