The Vodacom Bulls have made an exciting acquisition, signing Willie le Roux from the Japanese team, the Toyota Verblitz. As a seasoned Springbok veteran and World Cupwinning backline player, Le Roux’s arrival promises to bolster the Bulls’ strength for the upcoming campaigns.
Wimbledon paid tribute to tennis icon Roger Federer, an eighttime champion, as he made an appearance at Centre Court. Federer’s illustrious career has left an indelible mark on the hallowed grounds of the All England Club. ## A Heartfelt Reception
The Rugby Championship 2023 has begun, and South Africa’s national rugby team, the Springboks, are gearing up with high hopes and anticipation. They enter the tournament with their experienced number 8, Duane Vermeulen, leading them in their opening match against Australia at Loftus Versfeld.
Netball South Africa recently revealed the final squad for the upcoming Netball World Cup, set to take place in Cape Town from July 28 to August 6. The 12player lineup, along with three reserves, will represent South Africa at the prestigious event held at the Mother City’s International Convention Centre. The squad will be led by captain Bongi Msomi, and prior to the announcement, the team assembled for a fourweek training camp under the guidance of coach Norma Plummer.
Mihlali Ndamase and Leeroy Sidambe have become a notable couple in the South African entertainment industry, with their relationship continuing to thrive despite initial controversy. The couple recently attended the [Hollywoodbets Durban July](https://capetown.today/themelodiouscharmofthe127thhollywoodbetsdurbanjuly) and its afterparty at Max’s Lifestyle, showcasing their fashion prowess and enjoying the festivities.
Kaizer Chiefs have recently announced that Molefi Ntseki will be stepping up as head coach, succeeding Arthur Zwane. This decision came as a surprise to fans after months of speculation linking Tunisian coach Nasreddine Nabi to the club. Despite this, Chiefs have chosen Ntseki, a familiar face with experience in their technical and youth development programs.
South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) share a deep connection based on a shared commitment to peace and prosperity. The recent 12th Session of the BiNational Commission (BNC) between the two nations, held in Kinshasa, emphasized the significance of these ties.
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID19 pandemic, Cape Town’s film industry has shown impressive growth and resilience. The Film Permit Office (FPO) recorded a successful financial year, with an impressive surge in filming activities. ## Booming Filming Activities
Duane Vermeulen, a veteran loose forward, has been selected to captain the Springboks in their opening match of the Castle Lager Rugby Championship against Australia. The match will be held at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. This is not Vermeulen’s first time leading South Africa’s national rugby team, as he has done so twice before.
The Kaizer Chiefs, a renowned South African football team, have officially announced the arrival of six new players for the upcoming season. This announcement has been made through an extravagant social media campaign to showcase the new recruits that will be donning the team’s colors in the upcoming season. The team’s latest signings represent their ambition to strengthen their squad and tackle the challenges ahead.
Glenn Agliotti, the convicted drug kingpin famously known as The Fixer, passed away on Friday night while undergoing surgery in a Johannesburg hospital. This marks the end of a chapter that exposed the dark underbelly of crime and corruption in South Africa. LieutenantColonel Mavela Masondo, a police spokesperson, confirmed Agliotti’s death and stated that an inquest docket has been opened to determine the cause of death.
South African Canoeing’s Young Athletes Ready to Compete at ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships
South Africa’s young and talented canoeists are preparing for the ICF Canoe Sprint Junior and Under 23 World Championships in Auronzo, Italy, starting on Wednesday. Led by Kwanda Mzolo, a gold medallist at the African Beach Games, the team includes the top male and female junior and U23 athletes.
Water Ministers from Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, and South Africa came together on July 6th, at the Sheraton Hotel in Pretoria for the OrangeSenqu River Commission (ORASECOM) Forum of Parties. The gathering aimed to foster better transboundary relations and to review progress made since the commission’s establishment in 2000.
On July 5th and 6th, 2023, the NonAligned Movement (NAM) Ministerial Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau (CoB) took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, with the theme “NAM, United and Steadfast in Confronting Emerging Challenges.” South Africa’s Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr. Alvin Botes, led the country’s delegation to the event.
The world of music is constantly evolving, and cultural exchange plays a significant role in shaping it. South Africa’s amapiano genre, which blends house music, jazz, and local sounds, has become a global phenomenon. Tyler ICU, a local hitmaker, and DJ Maphorisa collaborated on the popular amapiano song, Mnike. Its catchy lyrics and infectious beat have made it a viral sensation on social media platforms like TikTok.
Elon Musk’s journey from Pretoria, South Africa, to the top of the world’s billionaires list is nothing short of remarkable. His net worth has skyrocketed by $110 billion this year alone, making him one of the richest people in the world with a staggering $247 billion fortune. In this article, we explore the factors behind his meteoric rise and the impact of his entrepreneurial ventures.