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Image: IOC Having been given one final opportunity, skeleton pilot Vladylsav Heraskevych from Ukraine will not be able to start his race at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games this morning. The decision followed  his refusal to comply with the IOC’s Guidelines on Athlete Expression. It was taken by the jury of the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) based on the fact that the helmet he intended to wear was not compliant with the rules. The Interna

Image: courtesy of MotorSport The Mercedes-Benz Learning Academy (MBLA) has become the first institution to be accredited as a Trade Test facility for Mechatronics in South Africa. Mechatronics is an interdisciplinary trade that integrates mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, electronics, and control systems, equipping artisans with the skills required to work on advanced automated and digitally controlled technologies. An accredited trade test centre can formally

Image: courtesy of FF Plus The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) notes with shock that the Minister of Agriculture, Mr John Steenhuisen, has terminated the membership of the prominent veterinarian, Dr Danie Odendaal, on the ministerial task team for state-controlled diseases.     In a letter to Odendaal, Steenhuisen states that he regrets to note that Odendaal has not yet signed the Declaration of Impartiality and Confidentiality. He, therefore, terminates Odendaal’s membership wi

Image; courtesy of FF Plus The ANC clearly prefers appointing controversial individuals to key positions rather than actually addressing the service delivery crisis in the Free State. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) notes the appointment of Agnes Koloi as administrator of the Nketoana Local Municipality, which is currently under an article 139 intervention. Koloi is standing trial on corruption charges arising from her time as Mayor of the Moqhaka Local Municipality. She als

Image: courtesy of FF Plus Expecting a State of the Nation Address (SONA) prioritising the people of South Africa's interests above those of the ANC is surely wishful thinking, but it remains crucial and the only way to get the country back on the right track. So, tomorrow evening with the SONA, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) would particularly like to hear that the interests of South Africa and its people are put first in the context of this dramatically changing geopoliti

Image: IOC The International Olympic Committee (IOC) today announced that beIN MEDIA GROUP (“beIN”), the leading global sports, entertainment and media organisation, has secured exclusive, multi-platform broadcast rights across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) for the XXV Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 and the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad in Los Angeles 2028 , as well as the Youth Olympic Games in 2026 and 2028. The agreement was signed in Milan and builds on

Image: Supplied BYD, the world's leading manufacturer of New Energy Vehicles and sustainable mobility solutions, has today announced an agreement to be the Official Automotive Partner of Manchester City Football Club. The new strategic partnership is one of the most significant collaborations between a global technology company and an iconic football brand – and its 360-degree approach reflects BYD Group's multi-faceted innovation, and a shared vision for a more sustainable f

Image: Mark Sampson Sanlam and the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon today confirmed the renewal of Sanlam’s title sponsorship for a further five years, securing the partnership through to 2031. The agreement extends a relationship that has helped transform the event from a fast, scenic city race into Africa’s premier marathon and a rising contender on the world stage.   Since 2014, the Sanlam Group – a diversified financial services group with a broad African and international footp

Image: Action Photo In 2026 the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon’s (TTOM)  Blue Number Club  (BNC) will continue to inspire, with just over 3100 members set to take on the Ultra or Half Marathon.  Even more noteworthy, this number includes 16 Half Marathon BNCs in their 80s, 49 Ultra BNCs in their 70s, and 147 Half Marathon BNCs in their 70s. A further 743 BNC runners aged 60–69 will also be seen in action. "The BNC continues to show that the spirit of running knows no age,” s

Image: courtesy of MotorPress Nissan Formula E Team is looking to bounce back this weekend as Jeddah hosts Rounds 4 and 5 of the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Following a successful maiden trip to Jeddah Corniche Circuit in 2025, which saw Oliver Rowland take a dominant victory in the second race, the championship returns to Saudi Arabia for more action. The Japanese outfit has shown solid pace in the early stages of this campaign, with Rowland scoring podiums

Image: Action Photo After a fruitful 2025 season during which she became the fourth fastest South African 10km female runner of all time, comeback queen Tayla Kavanagh  is relishing the opportunity of taking on the best in SA, Africa and the world at her first road race of the season - the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K   on Sunday, 1 March 2026 . The Hollywood Athletics Club elite athlete who won the SA 10km title in 2021 when the national championships were incorporated in

Image: courtesy of MotorPress Jaguar TCS Racing returns to action on Friday, 13 February as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship heads to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for its first double‑header of the 2025/26 season. Rounds 4 and 5 will unfold under the lights at the iconic 3.001km Jeddah Corniche Circuit, marking Formula E’s second night race at the venue following last year’s hugely successful debut. Jaguar TCS Racing arrives in Saudi Arabia with renewed momentum following a

Image: courtesy of MotorSport Plant Kariega started building Polo for the South African market in 1996 About 70% Polos built in Kariega were exported to more than 30 countries Kariega - 2026 marks a significant milestone year for Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) as the company celebrates 75 years in South Africa and 30 years of Polo production at its Kariega plant. The Polo story in South Africa began in 1996 with the launch of the Polo Classic, a four-door sedan which bridged

Image: courtesy of FF Plus The current foot-and-mouth disease crisis, which has now spread to the Western Cape, requires a sober, coordinated and practical response that balances animal health, farming sustainability and national food security. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) in the Western Cape notes with approval the R100 million allocated by the provincial government for procuring vaccines. While it is unclear whether these funds will be sufficient and available in time,

Image: courtesy of FF Plus If anything underscores the inadequacy of government's response to the foot-and-mouth disease crisis, it is last week’s proud announcement that the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) was able to provide 12 900 doses of vaccine. It was not always like this. Until 2010, there was no question about it: the country had the capacity to successfully curb any incidence of this notorious disease. The ARC’s Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute (OVI) securely

Image: courtesy of World Athletics A US quartet of Clay Pender, Luke Houser, Luciano Fiore and Sean Dolan took a second off the world short track 4x800m record* with their winning time of 7:10.29 at the Penn Classic in Philadelphia on Friday (6). Their performance was a 1.01-second improvement on the previous mark of 7:11.30 set by another US squad in 2018 the rarely contested discipline. The race was close in the early stages as the University of Pennsylvania’s home team led

Image: Supplied The foundation is laid. The bloodline from Borgo Panigale, forged in fire and passione , now courses with conviction through the heart of South Africa. 2025 was a year of meticulous planning, integrating Ducati's soul within Volkswagen Group Africa, homologating every model, and establishing support for our community. The result? A decisive 2.6% market share in the 500cc+ segment in just five months and the stage set for 2026.  Now, the first, full-throttle ch

Image: Supplied New high-grade VX-L model introduced Blends on-road refinement with legendary Land Cruiser capability JBL sound system, premium accents and 20-inch alloy wheels Prado now available in three grades Toyota South Africa has further strengthened the New Generation Land Cruiser Prado line-up with the reintroduction of the VX-L grade, expanding customer choice following the model’s successful launch in 2024. Last seen in the previous-generation Prado, the VX-L retur

Image: Richard Pearce A stylish Chery Vehicle , valued at R269 900 , will be up for grabs at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA  on Sunday, 1 March 2026 . As the proud vehicle partner of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series since 2022, to date Chery South Africa  has rewarded seventeen lucky participants with vehicles across the 2022 to 2025 editions. “We’re proud to kick off the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series in Gqeberha with real excitement - starting with one lucky runner driving ho

Image: Getty Images World Athletics and the LA28 Organising Committee have  published the updated athletics competition timetable by session and event  for the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028.  The detailed schedule builds on the competition framework announced in November and reflects ongoing coordination between World Athletics, LA28 and broadcast partners.  A small number of refinements have been made to the women’s 400m and 400m hurdles schedule, while round one of the men