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Orlando Pirates have confirmed a mutual separation with Nigerian defender Olisa Ndah, bringing an end to his four-year spell at the Soweto giants.

A new chapter in Soweto football was written on Tuesday as Amstel and Orlando Pirates officially unveiled the Orlando Amstel Arena, blending tradition, community pride and renewed investment in township football infrastructure.

Mamelodi Sundowns have made a bold statement in the transfer market, snapping up former Orlando Pirates winger Monnapule Saleng in a move that has set social media buzzing and reignited rivalry tensions.

The South African government has congratulated Bafana Bafana on a spirited and well-deserved 2–1 victory over Angola in their opening Group B match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), played in Marrakech, Morocco.

Northampton Saints produced a ruthless performance to outclass the Bulls in a high-scoring clash at Franklin’s Gardens. The South African franchise struggled to match the intensity and accuracy of the English side, who capitalised on errors and powered their way to a comprehensive win on the road.

Aiden Markram’s gritty 51 was in vain as South Africa fell short in the third T20, with India chasing down the total comfortably to win the series. Despite spirited performances from the Proteas, India’s batting depth and disciplined bowling sealed the victory in the final match of the tour.