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Zoe October

Banyana Banyana confident ahead of COSAFA semifinal against Zimbabwe

Banyana Banyana youngster Zoe October believes the national team’s experience will count in their 2026 COSAFA Women’s Championship semifinal clash against Zimbabwe this afternoon.

Desiree Ellis head coach of South Africa during the Hollywoodbets COSAFA Women's Championship match between South Africa and Lesotho at Seshego Stadium on February 24, 2026 in Polokwane, Sout

Desiree Ellis calls for dominance as Banyana eye COSAFA Cup final spot

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis has called on her side to dominate and control proceedings when they face Zimbabwe in the COSAFA Women’s Championship semi-final on Friday afternoon.

Gayton McKenzie(Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture )

Gayton McKenzie – I don’t favour football over the other federations

Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie has rejected claims that he favours football above other sporting codes in the country.

Antonia Maponya of Banyana

Antonia Maponya urges Banyana to stay focused despite early COSAFA semis qualification

Banyana Banyana defender Antonia Maponya has called for consistency after the national team secured a place in the COSAFA Women’s Championship semi-finals with a match to spare.

Nonhlanhla Mthandi

Nonhlanhla Mthandi credits unity for Banyana’s COSAFA wins

Banyana Banyana midfielder Nonhlanhla Mthandi says she’s excited to have sealed a win for the national team in their COSAFA Women’s Championship group stage clash against Angola.

Banyana Banyana COSAFA Championship

Desiree Ellis pleased with crucial COSAFA Cup semi-final spot

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis says her side produced a much-improved performance against Angola to book their place in the COSAFA Women’s Championship semi-finals - with a group stage match still to play.

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