South African football is mourning the death of famous Orlando Pirates supporter Charles ‘Makhalanjalo’ Fantisi. South Africa’s football community is in mourning after the passing of a well-loved Orlando Pirates supporter, Charles Fantisi. ALSO READ | South African actor Webster “Poni Poni” Kutoane has passed away He was known affectionately among Read more
The popular Siwelele FC football player, who was accused of rape by a Pretoria woman, has escaped going to jail by a whisker. Daily Sun can exclusively reveal that the alleged rape victim withdrew the case against the footballer on Friday, 20 February. ALSO READ | PSL Player wanted for rape Read more
A dramatic shootout defeat to Casric Stars has left Pirates fans furious, with Nkosinathi Sibisi taking the full blast on social media. Orlando Pirates supporters were left furious after captain Nkosinathi Sibisi missed a crucial penalty in their Nedbank Cup Round of 16 defeat to Casric Stars. ALSO READ | Ndabayithethwa Read more
Moroka Swallows chairman David Mogashoa has expressed fear that Marumo Gallants may be relegated from the PSL. Moroka Swallows chairman David Mogashoa fears that Marumo Gallants may be relegated from the PSL. ALSO READ | Swallows sell their status to Marumo Gallants He’s worried the value of the franchise will drop Read more
Hendrick Ekstein is a South African professional footballer born on January 1, 1991, in Bekkersdal, Gauteng. He plays as an attacking midfielder for AmaZulu FC in the South African Premier Division. Ekstein’s football journey began at Kaizer Chiefs’ youth academy, where he was promoted to the first team in 2014. Read more
Sifiso Hlanti is a South African professional soccer player born on May 1, 1990, in Durban, South Africa. He plays as a left-back and has represented South Africa at the international level, earning 25 caps. Early Career Hlanti started his career at Lamontville Golden Arrows before moving to Chippa United, Read more
Aden McCarthy is a South African professional footballer born on December 4, 2003, in South Africa. He plays as a defender for Kaizer Chiefs, one of the top clubs in the South African Premier Division. Standing at 1.86 meters, McCarthy is known for his defensive skills and potential on the Read more
Police have launched a manhunt for gunmen who killed three people, including a nine-month-old baby, in a shocking shooting in Athlone, Cape Town. The brutal attack happened at Sunbird Court on Tuesday night, 17 February 2026, at around 10pm. ALSO READ | Kgatlhiso Etshetshang laid to rest after being killed in Read more
Remembering South Africa’s Fallen Football Stars South African football has lost many talented players over the years. Here’s a list of some of the most notable South African footballers who passed away: Violent Deaths – Senzo Meyiwa: The former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana captain was tragically shot and killed Read more
Former Orlando Pirates coach has been dismissed by a North African club just three months after his appointment. Milutin Sredojević, best known for his spells with the Buccaneers and several African teams, has parted ways with Algerian club ES Sétif following a brief stint in charge. ALSO READ | Chiefs co-coach Read more