Rian Oberholzer revealed that while everyone seems to agree that a global rugby season is necessary, finding a solution that will suit all parties is not so simple.
SA Rugby has overhauled its junior pathways, launching an Under-23 competition aimed at giving emerging talent more competitive game time and better preparing them for senior rugby.
SA Rugby has confirmed a comprehensive 2026 domestic schedule for senior and junior teams, beginning with the rebranded Women's Super League 1 in February and featuring confirmed dates for the Currie Cup, SA Cup and Youth Weeks.
SA Rugby will introduce a national coaching forum aimed at improving communication and cooperation between Springbok coaches and franchise and provincial union teams, President Mark Alexander said.
The rugby community is mourning the loss of Lusanda Dumke, who has passed away at the age of 29 following a battle with a rare gastric cancer.
SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer indicated that the next Springbok head coach after Rassie Erasmus will likely come from within the camp.