South African Trailblazers Share Aspirations for the Future of Women’s Sport in 2026
As 2026 kicks off, South African sports trailblazers are calling for a year of resilience, purpose, and vigour to empower the next generation of role models and ensure that progress for women in sport remains at the forefront of the industry.
‘Grateful and Excited’ – Banyana Banyana’s Jessica Wade on Move to Åland United
Twenty-two year old Banyana Banyana player Jess Wade is preparing to join Åland United in a life-changing career move that will see the JVW FC stalwart realise a lifelong dream after signing a two-year contract with the Finnish club.
Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak Celebrates Historic Night at 2025 CAF Awards
Ghizlane Chebbak became the first Moroccan woman to win the top prize when the Atlas Lionesses star walked away with the Women’s Player of the Year crown at the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat on Wednesday
Steph Mawdsley Loves Building an African Women’s Football Community
Content creator Stephanie Mawdsley’s work has won her acclaim as a trusted source on the beautiful game, and her growing reputation has earned her nomination for the Sports Content Creator crown at the 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa
Banyana Banyana Stalwart Jermaine Seoposenwe Hangs Up Her International Boots
Jermaine Seoposenwe has shocked the football fraternity as she announced her retirement from international competition, the Banyana Banyana forward, who is an integral part of the team, has decided to call time on her international career.
South Africa’s Junior Rhythmic Gymnastics Team on the Road to Bulgaria
South Africa’s Junior Rhythmic Gymnastics Team is headed to the World Games in Bulgaria after winning the SA Trials, these five incredible young gymnasts are ready to showcase their talent on the international stage. But they need your support to get there!
January Sets the Tone for Another Big Year in Women’s Sport
Industry firsts stacking up in another innovative year for women in sport with Germany’s Laura Mueller setting to out become F1’s first female Race Engineer, while Australia and England will play in a historic day-night test at the MCG.
Banyana Banyana Coach Desiree Ellis is Ranked among the Top Women’s Coaches
It might be a new year but that isn’t stopping Desiree Ellis from being at the top of her game! The Banyana Banyana mentor was in 7th place on the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) rankings for Women’s World Best National Coach.
2024 is Set to be Another Bumper Year for Women’s Sport
With the Olympic and Paralympic Games taking place in Paris, France this year, sportswomen will look to build on platforms built in 2023 as they pursue international success in a bumper year for women’s sport in 2024
’If the Team Does Well, Individuals will Stand Out’ – Banyana Banyana Coach Desiree Ellis
Desiree Ellis is the epitome of what success looks like as she continues to break barriers, yet the Banyana Banyana head coach and four times Africa Coach of the Year remains humble in her achievements.
Historic Achievements Headline July #GAL2022 Newsmakers Intake
South African women in sport pushed the boundaries and united the country with history-making achievements, resulting in a fierce July #GAL2022 Newsmakers list, powered by the Momentum gsport Newsroom.