Sport can be a powerful force for good but in the wrong hands it can also be used help normalise hatred
South African rugby was racist, is still racist, and nothing will truly transform it.
The World Cup-winning coach has an impeccable CV, with an illustrious coaching career that has taken him all over the globe. But he has a reputation problem
Icasa heard some fiery submissions during the public hearing on its proposed sports broadcasting regulation amendments
Bevin Fortuin boasts a CV that should make top unions and franchises salivate at the prospect of having him on their books
The problem is that too little is being done at the under-18 level to tap into the black resource pool
Saturday’s game will be a showpiece of young talent, which is likely to become the norm given the exodus of proven players chasing big money
Super Rugby has lost the plot, but the 2019 World Cup will usher in a new global game
If anything, a regression to an almost all-white team and yesterday’s tactics is behind their failure.
The answer is not to attempt to revive it by pouring in more money but to wait and see what happens next
Tears flowed when the minister curbed some sports but critics should consider another spin-off; audiences transform when teams transform.
The South African Rugby Union says it did not instruct that at least half of the SA Schools Rugby team must be made up of players of colour.
There’s an air of expectancy surrounding the Sharks ahead of this year’s Super Rugby tournament, with a new chief executive and director.
Saru’s Rassie Erasmus says he is pleased wth the skills levels of the Springbok Women squad as it gears up for the IRB Women’s Rugby World Cup.
The South African Rugby Union will introduce a racial quota system in its domestic competition next year to encourage more black players to emerge.
Competitions that fall below the elite radar are often more enjoyable and strengthen the game, writes Andy Capostagno.
Superior local support has given the union an advantage in dividing up Super Rugby sponsorship revenue.
Judging from the northern hemisphere, the final word on scrumming has not yet been spoken, writes Andy Capostagno
The Currie Cup has produced a three-month competition involving just six teams and, as a result, every match is important.
The Lions have been relegated from Super Rugby by the Saru general council after the Johannesburg-based team finished last in this year’s competition.
