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Once a month on The Home Straight we talk to veteran journalists about their life in sports. This time we interviewed Kaya FM’s very own John Perlman who takes us back in a career spanning over three decades that saw him work as a sports writer and commentator which saw him call the very first Nelson Mandela Challenge back in 1994.
At Just 1 cap short of reaching the magical milestone of 150 matches played for her country, Nompumelelo Nyandeni is one of South Africa's brightest football stars. The Banyana Banyana star took us down memory lane from the dusty streets of KwaNdebele to the UEFA Champions League in a distinguished career spanning two decades.
When we ponder why Bafana Bafana last qualified for a FIFA World Cup in 2002 our deliberations lead us to the inevitable conclusion that because football is merely a reflection of society in general, the problems of Bafana Bafana are the problems of South Africa. In this episode Lavas Mohlala and Jabu Mahlangu talk about how alcohol, women and fast-living ruined their very promising professional soccer careers.
Marketer Lebo Lion has advice for professional athletes on how they can monetize their social media following better, by thinking more strategically about what they post.
Tyler Hollingsworth of Aspire Atlantic talks about how their organisation can unlock opportunities for talented young South African sportsmen and women to study at US Colleges.
"You can never have a philosophy, a way of playing, if you change coaches a lot," Pitso Mosimane.
In July of 2019 the The Tshwane metro said that refurbishment of the Caledonian soccer stadium would commence as soon as a contractor was appointed. By October the City had reportedly received six bids with the adjudication process was finalized. The next step is approval by the Bid Adjudication Committee and the final appointment of a contractor was expected in November, although we are still waiting for news on when construction will begin.The iconic stadium which was built in 1903 in the Pretoria inner city is in a very bad state, with no electricity or proper sewerage water connection system since 2012 and has apparently become a haven for drug users. SuperSport United CEO Stan Matthews has other plans for The Caledonian, he wants Matsatatsantsa a Petori to return there and make it their permanent home venue. Matthews spoke to Kaya FM's Sport's Khuliso Nemarimila.
"Football is but a reflection of culture." - Steve Komphela. The former Bafana Bafana captain and current coach of Lamontville Golden Arrows believes that in order for South Africa's senior men's national football team to be successful on the world stage we need to begin by understanding ourselves to develop a unifying South African culture.
After a successful 2019 which saw the Spar Proteas finish in 4th place at the Netball World Cup, Netball South Africa president Cecilia Molokwane explains the importance of netball development in South Africa and the continent at large.
Sports presenter Thato Moeng on her journey in sports broadcasting, owning her own soccer team in the near future and the Thato Moeng Foundation.
Celebrated cricket administrator Dr. Ali Bacher on his latest book on South Africa’s greatest fast bowlers. (Part 1)
Orlando Pirates duo Vincent Pule and Luvuyo Memela on their journey in football, the upcoming Soweto Derby and their future plans.
Bidwest Wits MDC Coach and Bafana Bafana Defender Buhle Mkhwanazi on where the love for football fisrt began and how football development can improve in South Africa.
Award winning Sports Broadcaster, and anchor at SuperSport TV Motshidisi Mohono on her journey in sports broadcasting.
Bridgitte Hartley on her love for canoeing and competing at the Olympics since the late 2000's.
Award winning sports journalist Thabiso Mosia on his journey as a sports journalist and what his hopes are for sports broadcasting in South Africa.
President of the South African Masters and Legends Association Jacob “ Buddha “ Mathathe on honoring fallen legends.
Three Wisemen, Mbali Mokoko, Alfie Phokobye and Khulisho Nemarimela on recent developments at Cricket South Africa.
Legendary Commentator Mthuthuzeli Scott on being Inducted into the SAB Sports Awards Hall of fame.
Shumba Development Academy boss Siyabulela Loyilane on her football administration journey.
The National U23 qualified for the 2020 Olympic games and we celebrate them by charting the teams development structure.
Former professional boxer Thulani 'Sugar Boy' Malinga on winning the Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 2019 SA Sports Awards and his upcoming boxing tournament in Mnambithi, Ladysmith.
Advocate for child development through Sports and Education Nozibusiso Sibiya on her First Annual football Tournament.
Veteran journalist Matshelane Mamabolo joined Mosibodi in studio to chat about his career as a scribe.
In 1977 Matthews Batswadi became the first black South African to be awarded springbok colours for athletics. After years in the shadows with some fearing that the multiple 10 000m champion had died an ignominious death, Afropolitans were happy to learn that he was still alive when Thulani Sibisi invited him to be part of the 2019 Old Mutual Soweto Marathon. We spoke to him.
The Three Wise Men (Mbali Mokoko, Khudisho Wa Marimela and Alphie Phokobye) on the Proteas tour of India.
Clapham High School team manager and teacher Lerato Matshai on the Kay Motsepe Cup and balancing education with football.
Mamelodi Sundowns Coach Pitso Mosimane left emotional as Club Brugge forward Percy Tau made his Champions League debut against Real Madrid.
Highlands Park Coach Owen Da Gama on the key to his success, the 2019 MTN 8 finals, and Bafana Bafana.
Development Coach at Wits Juniors Sibusiso Ntsinde On the 2019 Danone Nations Cup U12 football tournament in Barcelona.
PSL Vice President Mme Ria Ledwaba on her life in sports, women's football in South Africa and getting the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2019 Gauteng Sports Awards.
Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Josta Dladla on his early days as a football player. Dlala played for Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns, AGF and Bidwest Wits just to name a few.
Ntombi Mphahlele and Sipho Nxasana on the good work the Daveyton Hearts Athletic Club is doing for the community and their upcoming 10km race .
Jono Leaf-Wright on being newly appointed the Chief Executive Officer of The Central Gauteng Lions.
Springboks winger S'busiso Nkosi talks about THAT amazing try and winning the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
In 2017 we introduced you to a then 12 year old Awande Malinga who was named the Youngest member of SA Schools Squash team that jetted off to Malaysia and Singapore. Malinga started playing squash with her father and is now one of the best junior squash players in the country. Awande is rising up the ranks and recently finished in second place in the girls under 16 category at the Balwin Properties SA Schools Closed squash tournament at the Parkview Squash Centre.
Banyana Banyana midfielder Noxolo Cesane on her football development journey. Noxolo also pays tribute to Cape Town Roses coach Xolile Madikane for unearthing her talent and giving her the opportunity to play in the SASOL League.
Former Springboks fullback Conrad Jantjes on his life in rugby and the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Mosibodi speaks to Mme Rosina Sedibane Modiba, the first black South African woman athlete to compete in multi-racial championships.
Road runner Siya Mqambeli who works for the Entsika Group has decided to donate a portion of his R20 000 10th place prize money from the Comrades Marathon to Thulisile and Thobile Amon. Thulisile and Thobile from Nkangala in Midlleburg have been awarded a scholarship to study in New York. The twins lost their parents at the age of 8, and were raised at Care Village orphanage center.
Moroka Swallows Coach Zeca Marques on building up for the 2019/2020 GladAfrica Championship.
Legendary Ghanaian midfielder Michael Essien on playing in the best leagues around the world and what it means to him to have represented his country on the world stage.
Being in a male dominated industry is not easy for many women, Kaya FM Sports Journalist, Busisiwe Mokwena explains how she has sustained longevity and also gives advice to young and upcoming women in sports media.
UMNGA Sports Experience honor the oldest living Springbok player Tata Sammy Hini at a special dinner.
Orlando Pirates midfielder Linda Mntambo on his early days as a footballer in Soweto and how big a deal it is for him and his family that he is finally part of his childhood team. Brand Activation Manager at Orlando Pirates Tokoloho Moeketsi joined Linda in studio to discuss the new 2019/2020 team jersey.
MTN Senior Manager for Sponsorship and Events on MTN, The Springboks and Rugby World Cup 2019.
Norman Moemise Mphake on the work The Physical Education Institute of South Africa does with the youth.
Former Springbok Owen Nkumane honored by his alma mater St John’s College. The terrace overlooking the St John's College Burger Rugby fields have been named after the School’s former captain because of his contribution to St John’s and South African sport in general.
Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini on her experience playing in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Founder of Future Tournament and Chairman of Power United, Power Twala on football development in townships.
Founder and Director of Entsika Zakhele Mkhize on 2019 Comrades Marathon and athletics development.
Ntate Samuel Tshabalala on becoming the first black athlete to win the Comrades Marathon.
Thulisile and Thobile Amon from Nkangala in Midlleburg have been awarded a scholarship to study in New York. The twins lost their parents at the age of 8, and were raised at Care Village orphanage center. They are currently under the care of their coach Emmanuel Shaper and their unhealthy grandmother. Thobile and Thulisile are raising funds for fees to apply for Visas and SEVIS fee.
Sports Journalist OG Molefe on his journey in the sports media industry and how is using golf to change the lives of township youngsters.
After almost two decades in the game Teko Modise announced his retirement from football. Modise began his professional career at First Division City Pillars‚ before moving to SuperSport in 2006 where he established himself as a skilful winger.
Netball South Africa President, Cecilia Molekwane on the upcoming Telkom Netball League and the Netball World Cup.
After the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled in favour of the IAAF, what is next for Caster Semenya's future as an 800m runner?
As we reflect on 25 years of democracy and how this has influenced South African sport we spoke to former SA convenor of selectors Andrew Hudson. Hudson won the man of the match award when he scored a 163 on debut in South Africa’s first post—isolation test match against The West Indies in Barbados in 1992.
In order to combat rampant age cheating and player identity theft in line with vision 2022, the South African Football Association has introduced the My Safa Player Registration which is a portal where players are registered using their ID numbers and can then be tracked through their football career from cradle to grave
Fresh from defending her title to win the 2019 Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon Gerda Steyn speaks about how close she came to breaking the OMTOM record and the possibility of breaking Frith van der Merwe’s 30 year old Comrades Marathon record when she runs the race on the 9th of June.
Meet Awande Malinga - a talented 13-year old squash player. Introduced to the sport by her father Celumusa Malinga, Awande is rising up the ranks and recently finished in second place in the girls under 16 category at the Balwin Properties SA Schools Closed squash tournament at the Parkview Squash Centre. This is her story.
South Africa National U23 Coach David Notoane on his early days as a footballer and football development.
Kaya FM Sport Journalist and FIFA's official South African team reporter for the 2019 Women's World Cup Busisiwe Mokwena on whether women are afforded equal opportunities to play football as their male counterparts. Busi also looks at Banyana Banyana's journey to their maiden FIFA Women's World Cup.
Killarney Country Club General Manager Kevin Rankow on giving young golfers from Alexandra a taste of the pristine course.
legendary Karateka Ntate Peter Thage who started with martial arts back in 1960's, rose up the ranks until he became a sho Dan which saw him travel to Japan in 1979. Ntate Thage speaks on the hardships of breaking into the game of Karate and what his hopes are for the future of the game in South Africa.
George Best Football Academy Coach and Manager Setshedi More on football development and Future Champions Gauteng International Tournament.
Legendary runner Sonja Laxton on how her running journey started and where she hopes to end up. (Part 2)
Celebrated Rugby Writer Peter Bills on his newly launched book "The Jersey" and why the All Blacks team have been so successful.
Legendary runner Sonja Laxton on how her running journey started and where she hopes to end up. (Part 1)
Senior Manager of CSI and transformation at Multichoice Mandla Ndlovu explains what can be learned from The Multichoice Diski Challenge and why it is important to expose youngsters to international football.
The International Netball Federation (INF) announced that Netball South Africa has won the rights to host the 16th staging of the Netball World Cup in 2023. The tournament will be held in the International Convention Centre in the heart of the iconic city of Cape Town, widely renowned for its international reputation in hosting sports and other major events. This is the first time the Netball World Cup will be held in the continent of Africa.
Bafana Bafana Legend Lucas Radebe on workshops for former players once they hang up their boots.
Phafogang Secondary School Principal Mzamani Baloyi on not just using football to develop his students but also to encourage them academically
Tebogo Mokabela who hails from Springs in the East Rand took it upon himself to run for a cause by asking his Facebook friends to donate R100.00 per kilometer he ran with proceeds going towards buying pupils from Muzomsha Primary School in Kwa-Thema school shoes.
Bloemfontein Celtic National Supporters Club Chairperson Pule Mabena on ongoing disputes over the sale of the club.
Head of sponsorship at Momentum Carel Bosman on why the youth remains one their main focuses when it comes to cricket.
After losing the second test against Sri Lanka by 8 wickets to lose the series 2-0, the Proteas will look to exact revenge in the ODI series.
Will the humiliation of losing a test series at home against sri Lanka affect South Africa in the ODI's? Mbali Mokoko, Alfie Phokobye and Khudisho Wa Marimela weigh in.
Founder of Moleta Mmutsi FC Phil Bokaba on getting young children off the streets and into the playing field.
Thembelihle Primary School kids go to Supersport Park to enjoy a night of cricket alongside their coach Trevor Masuku.
Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Tinashe Nengomashe on life after football and the Castle Africa five-a-side.
15 year old Athlete Lythe Pillay on smashing the U15 record in the 400m sprint at the South African Schools’ Athletics National High Schools Track and Field Championships in 2018.
Mohamed Bhamjee speaks about having Abdul Bhamjee as a father and his professional football days.
Leading sports brand Nike announced that they have signed Kgothatso KG Montjane on a 3 year sponsorship deal joining the likes of NovakDjokovic, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams in the Nike stable.
Former Bafana Bafana striker Georgios "George" Koumantarakis reflects on his early days as a footballer and representing South Africa at the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
Former Bafana Bafana striker Georgios "George" Koumantarakis reflects on his early days as a footballer and representing South Africa at the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
It is no secret that Ernst Middendorp holds Fadlu Davids in the high regard. The two coaches worked well together at Maritzburg United for a number of years. The German admitted that he would not mind working with the young coach when he was unveiled as the replacement for Giovanni Solinas at Kaizer Chiefs last month.
Kaya FM Sport pays tribute to Former Bafana Bafana striker Philemon Raul Masinga. Masinga who lost his battle to cancer at the age of 49. Phil boasts a distinguished career which saw him play for Jomo Cosmos, Mamelodi Sundowns, Leeds United in the EPL. South African's will most remember him for his famous goal against Congo at the FNB Stadium on the 16th of August 1997 which sent Bafana Bafana to their first ever World cup in France.
Hlalefang Belebesi and Vuyani Mankayi on starting the #057FestiveChallenge in Welkom and what their hopes are for kasi tournaments.
Although they lost to the Super Falcons of Nigeria on penalties in Saturday's final, Banyana impressed South Africans with their enterprising football that saw them qualify for next year's World Cup. Thembi Kgatlana scored 5 goals, to win the top goal scorer award as well as the player of the tournament.
The first “crutch runner” to complete the Two Oceans Marathon Ipeleng Khunou from Rustenburg was born with a brain deformity called Speto Optic Dysplasia which impacts his balance and means he has to walk with crutches. khunou broke the Internet this year when he completed the Old Mutual Two Oceans Half Marathon on crutches since then, Khunou has become a disability ambassador running road races around the world to raise money for the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund and awareness for people living with disability.
Well renowned South African journalist, sports writer and reporter Thomas TK Kwenaite has been inducted into the SAB Hall of Fame for Sports Journalism. Bra TK holds years of experience in sports and investigative journalism and continues to inspire the new generation of sports reporters. Kwenaite explains how he has managed to maintain a long and successful career.
World Coaches and former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Johan Neeskens visit Actonville Primary School in Benoni.
Although it is disappointing that Bantwana failed to progress to the quarter finals of the Fifa Under-17 World Cup, we can only hope that there have been valuable lessons learned from the tournament. Kaya FM Sport Journalist Busiswe Mokwena sums up Bantwana's participation in the competition.
We continue our discussions on football development by drawing on the learnings of The Dreamfields Project. The Dreamfields Project, which has been running since 2007 has raised almost R50 million to run junior football development leagues around the country. Head of Sustainable Football at the Dreamfields Project Silas Mashavha joins us in studio to share their experiences.
Veteran of 16 Comrades Marathon races, Linda Hlophe won the Volunteer of the year award at the 2018 SA Sports awards. Hlophe’s dedication to running has seen him mentor and train countless novices to their first successful completion of the Ultimate Human Race. Hlophe lets us in on the work he does and also explains what his hope is for the future generation.
Three-time Soweto Marathon champion Joshua Peterson explains why South African men are struggling to break the foreign dominance at the Soweto Marathon.
Former Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates midfielder player Helman Nkosiyethu Mkhalele better known as Midnight Express gives advise to young coaches who recently underwent a week-long Safa D Licence coaching course which is aimed at upskilling them into qualified and accredited coaches.
Donald Mathipa on his journey as a runner and how it inspired him to start the Tembisa Street Mile which kicked of on the 1st of December 2012. The race attracts mostly athletes from the neighboring townships of Alexandra, Diepsloot, Daveyton, Soweto and Katlehong. Organizer Donald Mathipa explains what people can expect from this years race taking place on the 28th of October.
Kenyan-born Danish former middle distance runner Wilson Kipketer who is most notable for dominating the 800m distance for a decade takes us down memory lane and also explains what he has been up to since his retirement.
SAFA Technical Director Neil Tovey on vision 2022 and how they plan on ensuring Bafana Bafana return to the top 3 in the continent and top 20 in the world.
Junior Heavyweight Kevin Lerena on his journey as a boxer and how he is using his profession to give back to the community.
On the 28th September the winners of the 2018 Future Players Gauteng Talent Search embarked on a trip of a lifetime when they travelled to Spain to take in the sights and sounds of one of the world’s great footballing nations. The youngsters Nkanyiso Maphosa , Sahail Moosa , Zara Wilkinson and Nkanyezi Maphosa relive their experiences in Spain and explain what valuable lessons they learnt on the trip.
Former Banyana Banyana defender Simphiwe Dludlu on how former Banyana Banyana coach Vera Pauw lost the change room.
Former Banyana Banyana Coach Vera Pauw hits back at former Banyana Banyana player Simphiwe Dludlu on allegations the senior national team was banned from singing and praying before matches.
I presented this bulletin at 07H30 on the 15th of March 2018. This is a typical bulletin that I would present at 07H30 or 08H30 on Breakfast with David when I touch on last night's results but also tackle developing stories.
This is a typical bulletin that I would present on air. I work as a sports presenter on Breakfast with David, on weekdays from 6am to 9am. This bulletin was presented at 08H30.
This is a typical bulletin that I would present on Breakfast with David on Kaya FM 95.9 where I work as a sports presenter. This bulletin was presented on the 12th of April 2018 at 06H30. I usually this this first of three morning bulletins to reflect on last night's happenings. It is more of a results-driven bulletin and I would then do developing stories later in the morning at 07H30 and 08H30.
Following Bafana Bafana's failure to qualify for the World Cup once again we have decided to devote at least 20 minutes on our sports show The Home Straight every Monday night to try and understand where we are going wrong in South African football. After general discussions which pointed to the lack of football development we decided to be more systematic in our approach by segmenting our discussion and starting at the beginning. This first episode focuses on SAFA's Vision 2022 by explaining it in a nutshell. In later episodes we get deeper into each point of Vision 2022 to understand the reasons behind Bafana Bafana's perennial failure on the global stage.
Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Brian Baloyi on the Investec Soccer League and football development in South Africa.
Nedbank Ke Yona Coach Khabo Zondo on his playing days, football development and unearthing fresh talent through the Nedbank Ke Yona team search.
Legendary runner Ntate Titus Mamabolo on becoming the first black athlete to win an open national title in Apartheid-era South Africa when he won the 5000m by outrunning Ewald Bonzet.
Ofentse Ntibane of Baobab Athletic Club which is based in Mohlakeng on how they are changing the face of athletics in the West Rand. Ofentse also speaks fondly about how they are working towards ensuring their athletes qualify for major tournaments regardless of challenges they might face along the way.
Kenyan javelin thrower, Julius Yego expresses his frustration about the disorganisation of transport (flights) for the Africa Senior Athletics Championship which were held in Asaba. Nigeria should not host African Champs again
The show where we administer the message of the transformative power of sport! We use history and inspiring stories to educate Afropolitans on how sport can change your life. www.kayafm.co.za
The show where we administer the message of the transformative power of sport! We use history and inspiring stories to educate Afropolitans on how sport can change your life. www.kayafm.co.za