How Elite South African Athletes are Chasing Excellence for a Historic 2026
From water polo pools to the powerlifting platform and the esports arena, South African athletes Esihle Zondo, Lindiwe Mchunu, and Jayna Bhula are geared for an exceptional 2026 as they pursue world-class achievements.
‘The Energy of a Live Stadium is Electric’ – Sports Content Creator Akhona Nongauza
Rising vlogger Akhona Nongauza, aka Sports_bunny15, is forging a path as a top sports content creator and radio host, aiming to elevate representation through isiXhosa commentary and inspire girls to follow their passion.
‘The Energy was Elite!’ – Tabisa Konyashe on the gsport Business Breakfast Igniting the Women’s Sport Economy
Social cyclist and business owner Tabisa Konyashe loved the ‘elite’ energy and intentional focus on scaling women’s sport at the 2025 gsport Business Breakfast, saying it felt like a purposeful community designed to build economic value
The LinkedIn Connect that Changed the Business of Women’s Sport
Starting in 2006 to tell the positive story of women’s sport, gsport grew through partnerships, culminating in a key LinkedIn connection during Covid-19 that birthed the transformative #gsportHenley Commercial Stairway blueprint for system change
Introducing gsport’s Business of Women’s Sport Accolades
The 4th gsport Business Breakfast evolved into a Business Accelerator this year, celebrating the growing strength of the #gsportHenley Commercial Stairway and acknowledging impactful #PowerOfCollaboration among like-minded leaders and brands
‘This is Where I Wanted To Be’ – Up and Coming Springbok Women’s Star Leigh Fortuin
Up-and-coming Springbok Women’s Sevens star Leigh Fortuin, who recently helped her side win the Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Cup, shares her journey from a multi-sport youngster to a dual national player, driven by a fierce work ethic and a desire to be a role model.
‘My Dreams have Kept Me Disciplined’ – Youth Field Athletics Star Chay du Plessis
For self-starter field athlete Chay du Plessis who lauds YouTube as first first coach, the dream of becoming an Olympian is the driving force that has kept her disciplined through injuries and setbacks, knowing that her passion is a calling
Irene Banda is Setting the Esports World Alight at Just 12 Years of Age
Twelve-year-old Irene Banda, SA’s top-ranked female Clash Royale player, is the future of esports, with aspirations to be the first Black world champion, showing that anybody can succeed if they work hard, creating crucial representation for African girls
‘Boxing Became Therapy’ – Boxing Champ and Child Abuse Survivor, Simangele Hadebe
Champion fighter and child abuse survivor Simangele Hadebe shares that ‘boxing became a therapy’ that gave her courage and a platform to speak out for those without a voice, encouraging children and women to break the silence to take back their power
Women-Led BSports Agency Uses Platform to Fight GBV and Empower South African Sportswomen
Thato Molaba of women-led Bokamoso Sports Agency says that showing solidarity in the fight against GBV is not just important but ‘deeply personal,’ and that all women must feel heard, supported, and guided toward the critical help they deserve
Tyron Barnard: The Media Manager Driving SA Women’s Hockey to National Acclaim, One Story at a Time
SA Hockey Media Manager Tyron Barnard revels in his ‘absolutely vital’ role in consistently elevating women athletes, championing equality, and ensuring the team’s inspiring success gets the visibility it deserves #InternationalMensDay #BestMan
I am a Leader who Takes Pride in having Risen Through the Ranks – Mami Diale
Newly-elected Netball South Africa President Mami Diale is poised to usher in a new era for the sport, driven by an unparalleled depth of experience, having served in every facet of netball, from player and umpire to coach and now, South Africa’s most popular women’s sport’s top administrator. “I am honoured and humbled by the […]