Bafana Bafana opened their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2 to 1 victory over Guinea at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Saturday, 26 September 2026. Goals from Ime Okon and substitute Samukele Kabini secured three points in Pitso Mosimane’s first match since returning as national team coach. The result puts South Africa at the top of Group D ahead of their next qualifier against Eritrea in Cairo on Wednesday, 30 September.
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South African sports supporters have a full weekend of football, rugby and cricket from Friday, 25 September to Sunday, 27 September 2026, with three major fixtures taking place in Gauteng. Bafana Bafana host Guinea in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at Orlando Stadium on Saturday, while the Lions face Leinster in Johannesburg on the same day. On Sunday, the Proteas meet Australia in the second One Day International at the Wanderers, which will also host Cricket South Africa’s annual Pink Day fixture
Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Midrand will host South Africa’s first international 24 hour motor race from 8 to 10 January 2027 after endurance racing organiser Creventic moved its scheduled Dubai event to Gauteng. The organiser confirmed the change on 18 September 2026, citing uncertainty in the Gulf region and its effect on transport planning and logistics costs. The event, officially named Michelin 24H Kyalami, will bring the Michelin 24H Series to Africa for the first time and return international endurance competition to the circuit after its previous event in 2023.
Australia’s cricket team is due to arrive in South Africa on Monday, 21 September 2026, ahead of a six match tour featuring three One Day Internationals and three Test matches against the Proteas. The ODI series begins in Durban on 24 September, with Johannesburg hosting the second match at the Wanderers on Sunday, 27 September. The Test series starts on 9 October and runs until 31 October, giving Gauteng cricket supporters a home fixture during the limited overs series before the teams move on to the longer format.
Kaizer Chiefs were held to a 0 to 0 draw by Golden Arrows at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga on Sunday, 20 September 2026, after Lebohang Maboe failed to convert a first half penalty. Golden Arrows goalkeeper Thakasani Mbanjwa saved the spot kick, while Chiefs goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner made an important save at the other end. The result leaves Amakhosi unbeaten in the Betway Premiership after seven matches but with four draws, as the Johannesburg club heads into the international break with 13 points
South Africa’s Proteas Women secured the T20 International series against Zimbabwe with an 80-run victory in Bulawayo on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, taking an unassailable 3 to 0 lead with two matches remaining. Wicketkeeper batter Karabo Meso scored her maiden international half-century, finishing unbeaten on 50, while captain Laura Wolvaardt struck a record 126 not out. Annerie Dercksen then claimed five wickets for 15 runs as South Africa dismissed Zimbabwe for 120 in 19.3 overs after posting 200 for one.
Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that midfielder Thabo Cele has left the club by mutual agreement, opening the door for a possible move to Gauteng rivals Mamelodi Sundowns. The Soweto club announced Cele’s departure after he was left out of its plans for the 2026/27 season, while SABC Sport has reported that talks with Sundowns are at an advanced stage.
The Springboks and All Blacks are expecting another fiercely contested Test when Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry returns to Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday, 22 August 2026. Players and coaches from both camps have identified the scrum, breakdown and physical battle up front as the areas most likely to determine the outcome. With both sides completing their preparations and team announcements expected later this week, anticipation continues to build ahead of one of the biggest sporting events on Gauteng’s calendar.
Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that five players will spend the 2026 season on loan at Motsepe Foundation Championship clubs as part of the club’s long term player development programme. The announcement was made on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, with senior players Samkelo Zwane and Bontle Molefe among those securing temporary moves. According to Kaizer Chiefs, the loans are designed to provide regular first team football and accelerate the development of players who have progressed through the club’s academy and senior structures.
Orlando Pirates have apologised to supporters who were unable to enter Orlando Amstel Arena despite holding valid tickets for the club’s Betway Premiership fixture against Milford FC. The incident occurred during the league match in Soweto on Saturday after stadium gates were closed on safety grounds, leaving many fans stranded outside.