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Image: courtesy of motorpress Defining milestone: Limited run TWENTY Edition celebrates two decades of sporting luxury for Range Rover Sport Meticulously crafted: TWENTY Edition launches with elevated specification and bold design cues, embodying the enduring dynamic character of Range Rover Sport A contemporary expression of heritage: Available in a bold, ultra-metallic Sanguinello Orange finish, continuing a colour signature that has characterised every iteration of Rang

Image: courtesy of motorpress The 2026 track racing season continues this weekend as TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa (TGRSA) returns to action at the Red Star Raceway in Mpumalanga, for Round 2 of both the GR Cup and South African Touring Car (SATC) championships. Since its inception in 2009, Red Star Raceway has grown into one of the most respected circuits in the country. Originally designed with motorcycles in mind, the circuit has become a regular fixture on the Extreme

Image: Anyone willing to turn away foreign investment in South Africa because of valid criticism of the country’s race-based laws and legislation, such as the Expropriation Act, should also be prepared to explain to the unemployed masses why the economy is not growing. South Africa’s economic situation is so precarious that political leaders can hardly tell serious investors such as the USA and Elon Musk to keep their “noses out of South Africa’s business” when setting condit

Image: courtesy of motorpress Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) celebrates a landmark moment in its ongoing partnership with the Toyota Cheetahs as they sign Springbok star, Faf de Klerk, on a two-year agreement starting June 2026. De Klerk’s anticipated arrival brings a proven international track record and a championship mindset into the Toyota Cheetahs lineup at a pivotal time for the team. Renowned for his intensity, speed of delivery, and ability to dictate play under pr

Image: World Athletics First edition of World Athletics Ultimate Championship will showcase global gold medallists while supporting their off-track passions Global sprint superstars Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Letsile Tebogo have been announced as Ultimate Stars for the World Athletics Ultimate Championship , confirming they will be competing at the inaugural edition of the new global championship with 150 days to go until the event kicks off. Bragging rights are on the li

Image: Copilot Generated The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) requested the Minister of Basic Education, Ms Siviwe Gwarube, in writing to extend the deadline for public participation on proposed changes to the History curriculum by fourteen days. The documents on which comment is invited are voluminous and require thorough examination. The invitation for public comment was published in the Government Gazette on 20 March this year with a specified deadline of 19 April. This period

Image: Tobias Ginsberg South Africa’s premier Women’s Month celebration, the Totalsports Women’s Race , returns this August with three unforgettable events across Durban , Cape Town , and Johannesburg on three consecutive Sundays. The festivities kick off in Durban on 2 August , continue in Cape Town on 9 August , and culminate in Johannesburg on 16 August 2026 . Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports , on announcing the dates of the 2026 Totalsports Women

Image: courtesy of motorpress Takamoto Katsuta has claimed his second successive victory with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team and taken the lead of the FIA World Rally Championship standings after a dramatic finish to the Croatia Rally. Sami Pajari finished second to join Katsuta on the podium for the third event in succession and complete a one-two finish for TGR-WRT at the end of a highly challenging rally. The asphalt event returned to the WRC calendar after a year aw

Image: courtesy of motorpress Fuel price increases are hitting South Africans where it hurts most, in their monthly budgets. And while the reasons behind these increases are often global and out of our hands, there are still practical ways to manage the impact without completely overhauling your lifestyle. Understand where your money is going Fuel is not just about filling up your tank. It has a ripple effect across your entire cost of living, from transport to the price of f

Image: Courtesy of motorpress Marking a bold new chapter for the brand. Traditional 4x4 durability with modern real-world capability. Kia South Africa has officially entered the country’s fiercely contested bakkie segment with the arrival of the Tasman — a vehicle that represents one of the most significant product expansions in the brand’s local history. Long known for its passenger cars and SUVs, Kia now turns its attention to a segment that lies at the heart of the South A

Felix Kibet Masai, Image: Tobias Ginsberg Foreign athletes delivered a commanding performance at the Totalsports Two Oceans Half Marathon powered by BYD in the Mother City this morning (Sunday, 12 April 2026) as Felix Kibet Masai of Kenya won the men’s race in the fastest time since 2017 (the current course has been in use since 2012), while Nambia’s Lavina Haitope dominated an open women’s race to produce the biggest victory of her road running career. Lining up as an u

Gerda Steyn, Image: Tobias Ginsberg History was written at the Totalsports Two Oceans Ultra Marathon powered by BYD on Saturday, 11 April 2026 , as Gerda Steyn claimed a record-breaking seventh victory, while little-known Arthur Jantjies shocked the pundits with the biggest triumph of his emerging ultra marathon career. “It’s a phenomenal step - a big step. It’s history,” said 25-year-old Jantjies from Hopetown, a small town 120km outside Kimberley, after stopping the cl

Image: courtesy of Wanda Diamond ;eague The Wanda Diamond League meeting in Doha has been rescheduled to take place at the Khalifa International Stadium on June 19. The Mazzraty Doha Meeting was originally scheduled to take place at the Qatar Sports Club on May 8 as the opening event of the Wanda Diamond League season. In recent weeks, the Diamond League has been monitoring the situation in Doha, working in close coordination with meeting organisers, Qatari authorities and ot

Image: World Athletics Sprint stars to kick off campaign at World Athletics Relays, celebrating five years of Kids’ Athletics Day Sprint stars Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Letsile Tebogo have been announced as ambassadors for the World Athletics Kids’ Athletics programme, with just one month to go to Kids’ Athletics Day on 7 May. Both athletes will kick off the latest campaign at next month’s Debswana World Athletics Relays Gaborone 26, celebrating five years of Kids’ Athleti

Image: AFP / Getty Images Athens emerges as preferred host for inaugural edition; Athens Marathon The Authentic achieves Elite Label status as plan launches to secure hosting rights World Athletics has outlined a landmark strategic roadmap for the future of distance running with the creation of a World Athletics Marathon Championships from 2030. The marathon will remain a discipline at the World Athletics Championships in 2027 and 2029, but from 2030 it will move to its ow

Gerda Steyn, Image: Action Photo Of the thousands of athletes set to line up at the start of the Totalsports Two Oceans Ultra Marathon powered by BYD on Saturday, 11 April 2026 , the spotlight will shine brightest on Gerda Steyn . South Africa’s ultra-distance running queen is poised to chase a historic seventh consecutive title in the Mother City , revealing that her mindset has been the greatest asset behind her remarkable and sustained success. “I don’t think about the

Stephen Mokoka, Image: Action Photo The morning mist clung to the asphalt of Main Road, a cool Atlantic breeze carrying the scent of salt and anticipation. Among the sea of restless runners, Stephen Mokoka stood with the quiet composure of a man who had walked or rather, sprinted this path many times before. At 41, his presence on the start line was no longer just about the speed in his legs; it was about the weight of his legacy. His racing vest bore the marks of the Holly

Stephen Mokoka, Image: Action Photo The defending champion of the Totalsports Two Oceans Half Marathon powered by BYD , Bennett Seloyi is determined not to relinquish his title this year, while Stephen Mokoka - who boasts an impressive CV that includes five gold medals, four of them victories, and is one of the most decorated runners to ever compete in the event - will be looking to add to his golden collection when he lines up once again on Sunday, 12 April 2026 . “To b

Image: courtesy of motorpress Andreas Brand has resigned from his position as Chief Executive Officer of Mercedes-Benz South Africa Limited (MBSA Limited), effective May 31, 2026. He is transitioning to Mercedes‑Benz AG in Stuttgart, Germany, where he will assume the role of Head of Supply Chain Management. A successor to Andreas Brand will be communicated by MBSA Limited in due course. Pretoria - Mercedes-Benz South Africa Limited (MBSA Limited) announces the resignation of

Image : courtesy of motorpress Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) proudly concludes another successful year as the Absa Cape Epic’s Official Vehicle and Route Partner. From 15 to 22 March, TSAM played an integral role in delivering a world-class experience both on and off the trails, while celebrating exceptional performances by the Toyota-backed riders. Driving the Epic Experience Toyota’s partnership in the race ensured the seamless execution of this globally renowned event.