Danie van der Lith

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Kimberley Grand Slam showcases talent and hope at the skate park

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Kimberley Skate Park hosted the Kimberley Grand Slam on Saturday, where skaters from across the region impressed with thrilling tricks and fierce competition. ...

Suzuki Griquas move to the top after dominant weekend in the Carling Currie Cup

Danie van der Lith|Published

Suzuki Griquas moved to the top of the Carling Currie Cup log with a dominant 40-10 win over the Toyota Cheetahs in Bloemfontein.

Flower season nears its end inland, while coastal blooms still dazzle

Danie van der Lith|Published

Wildflowers in Namaqualand are fading as the inland season ends, while coastal areas still boast vibrant blooms thanks to cooler, wetter conditions.

Free beer for early birds as HSBC SVNS Cape Town tickets go on sale

Danie van der Lith|Published

The HSBC SVNS Cape Town returns on 6-7 December, with tickets going on sale this Friday at 09h00 via Ticketmaster. co. za. The Blitzboks will defend their title ...

A proud day for the Springbok Women, says coach de Bruin

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Springbok Women made history with a 29-24 win over Italy in York, securing their first-ever Rugby World Cup play-off spot and breaking into the world’s top ten ...

Sanlam Cape Town Marathon celebrates 50 days to race day with elite athlete announcements

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon marked 50 days to race day with the announcement of its strongest-ever elite field, featuring six platinum and eight gold status African ...

Faf De Klerk ready to boost Springboks in Auckland

Danie van der Lith|Published

Faf de Klerk has joined the Springbok squad in New Zealand as additional scrumhalf cover for their Rugby Championship clashes against the All Blacks in Auckland ...

Gofaone swings her way to Junior Africa Challenge top four

Danie van der Lith|Published

Seven-year-old South African golfer Gofaone Mohurutshe defied injury, limited equipment, and tough coastal conditions to claim fourth place at the Junior Africa ...

Sol Plaatje schools dominate regional knockout games

Danie van der Lith|Published

Sol Plaatje schools dominated the regional knockout games at Warrenton’s Ikhutseng Stadium, with Endeavor Primary’s Under-13 boys, Kevin Nkoane Primary’s girls, ...

Northern Cape’s Rene van Niekerk impresses at SAPS National Lawn Bowls Tournament

Danie van der Lith|Published

Northern Cape’s Rene van Niekerk excelled at the SAPS National Lawn Bowls Tournament in Mossel Bay from 18 to 22 August 2025.

Sako Juku Karate Academy students impress at national championship, set sights on World Cup

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Kyokushin Karate Sako Juku Academy from Kimberley excelled at the national championship in Cape Town on 15 August, where 22 students earned five gold, seven ...

DA hails landmark court ruling against Malema’s hate speech

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has welcomed the Western Cape Equality Court’s ruling finding EFF leader Julius Malema guilty of hate speech.

Santa Shoebox project aims to ensure 80,000 South African children start school with dignity

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Santa Shoebox Project aims to provide 80,000 underprivileged South African children with essential school supplies, clothing and toiletries for the 2026 school ...

South Africa cracks down on unlawful online gambling

Danie van der Lith|Published

The National Gambling Board, in partnership with provincial authorities and law enforcement, has intensified efforts to combat unlawful online gambling in South ...

Springbok Women confident that power game can deliver against Italy

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Springbok Women are preparing for a crucial Rugby World Cup Pool D clash against Italy, with assistant coach Franzel September confident their power game and ...

Farmers at risk as Foot-and-Mouth response criticised by agricultural organisation

Danie van der Lith|Published

TLU SA has urged the government to allow private sector involvement in combating South Africa’s worsening Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak, warning that delays, lack ...

SA Rugby honoured with top national award at SA Sport Awards

Danie van der Lith|Published

SA Rugby was named National Federation of the Year for the second consecutive time at the 18th South African Sport Awards, with Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus receiving ...

OPINION: Where is the support for our future sporting stars?

Danie van der Lith|Published

A personal column highlighting how South African youth athletes struggle without government support, citing soccer players on sand pitches and self-funded skateboarders, ...

Celebrating the unconditional love of dogs on International Dog Day

Danie van der Lith|Published

International Dog Day celebrates the joy, companionship, and unconditional love that dogs bring to their owners, while also recognising their vital roles as support ...

Currie Cup set for explosive rounds

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Suzuki Griquas powered to a fourth straight win with a 42-21 triumph over the Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria to stay firmly in the Carling Currie Cup playoff race. ...

Erasmus banks on experience for crucial New Zealand tour

Danie van der Lith|Published

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named a largely unchanged 36-man squad for South Africa’s crucial two-Test tour of New Zealand in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship ...

Springbok women leave their mark during Women's Rugby World Cup

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Springbok Women opened their Rugby World Cup campaign with a dominant 66-6 victory over Brazil, earning praise from coach Swys de Bruin and captain Nolusindiso ...

Patrisia Fernandes rises to the top of African Karate rankings

Danie van der Lith|Published

South African karate star Patrisia has risen to number one in both the national and African WKF JKA rankings after years of dedication, sacrifice, and perseverance. ...

Sol Plaatje Motsepe Schools Games champions crowned

Danie van der Lith|Published

Emang Mmogo, Endeavor Primary and Kevin Nkoane Primary were crowned champions at the 2025 Motsepe Schools Games in Kimberley, with all three schools set to represent ...

Northern Cape Taekwondo takes Tuks Championship by storm

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Northern Cape Taekwondo team delivered a breakthrough performance at the 2025 TuksTaekwondo Championship in Pretoria on 16 August, winning eight medals despite ...