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Hugo Broos backs Helman Mkhalele as his ideal successor

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says his assistant, Helman Mkhalele, could be the ideal candidate to succeed him when his time with the national team comes to an end — though he admits the final decision rests with the South African Football Association (SAFA).

CAF president Patrice Motsepe at the 2025 SANEF Annual Fundraiser Gala Dinner in Johannesburg

Patrice Motsepe: South Africa should be a football powerhouse

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has reflected on Bafana Bafana’s historic qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena

African FAs urged to tighten administrative standards after Bafana blunder

In the wake of Bafana Bafana’s points deduction saga, former CEO of Tanzanian giants Yanga and Simba SC, Senzo Mbatha, has called on African federations to tighten oversight when appointing administrators to key positions.


Teboho Mokoena

Mokoena admits World Cup qualification comes as a massive relief

Bafana Bafana’s qualification to the FIFA 2026 World Cup came as a huge relief to the team’s midfield powerhouse, Teboho Mokoena, after what he’s gone through in the last few months.

Gayton McKenzie at the recognition of excellence ceremony for the 2024 Olympians and Paralympians at Union Buildings on November 29, 2024 in Pretoria, South Africa. The ceremony recognised th

Minister McKenzie to shower World Cup-bound Bafana Bafana with bonuses

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has made a promise to reward the World Cup-bound Bafana Bafana stars and technical team with bonuses estimated at R5 million.

Bafana Bafana line up for 2026 FIFA World Cup against Nigeria

Delron Buckley: Bafana’s comradery helped them qualify for the World Cup

Bafana Bafana legend Delron Buckley insists the unity in the Bafana Bafana camp helped the national team qualify for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup.

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