Mpumi Manyisi

SABC Sport has established that WAFCON defending champions, Banyana Banyana, have staged a stay-in and are refusing to train, citing unpaid dues from the South African Football Association (SAFA).

Banyana Banyana captain Refiloe Jane says a positive result in their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations opener against Ghana will be key to set the tone for the rest of their campaign.

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis believes her final squad has enough versatility to execute the big task of defending their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations crown in Morocco.

SABC Sport football analyst and ex-Banyana Banyana captain Simphiwe Dludlu believes this year’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will be a good platform for coach Desiree Ellis to test the national team’s future prospects.

Southern Africa Endurance Series acting CEO Liyema Letlaka has expressed her excitement after the FIA’s approval for the Kyalami Grand Prix circuit to undergo Grade 1 upgrades.

Spar Proteas head coach Jenny van Dyk says she supports World Netball’s new strategic plan concerning major events.

Banyana Banyana star Bambanani Mbane believes approaching this year’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations as defending champions is enough motivation for the team to excel.

Proteas Women spinner Nonkululelo Mlaba says they look to maintain their winning momentum coming into the T20 International series against the West Indies - resuming tonight at Three Ws Oval.

Former Banyana Banyana captain Janine van Wyk says the national team should now have extra motivation to give their star forward Jermaine Seoposenwe an unforgettable send-off at this year’s WAFCON.