Sandile Zungu has accused the Danny Jordaan faction of using underhanded tactics ahead of a Safa congress showdown, alleging that some regions backing him were barred from participating. Speaking at a media briefing where he promised a 'new dawn', Zungu claimed the moves amounted to dirty tricks, according to Sowetan. The dispute centres on the leadership contest within South African football's governing body.

Businessman Sandile Zungu says he is confident of unseating Danny Jordaan in the South African Football Association presidential election scheduled for 12 September 2026. According to IOL, Zungu has alleged unfair candidate disqualifications, regional interference and possible vote-buying ahead of the vote. Jordaan has led SAFA for over a decade, and the contest is expected to determine the future direction of football governance in South Africa.

SAFA presidential candidate Sandile Zungu has stated that bonuses owed to South Africa's Bafana Bafana national football squad should already be reflected in the players' accounts, according to SABC Sport. Zungu is set to challenge incumbent Danny Jordaan in Saturday's SAFA elective conference, where the federation's leadership will be decided. His remarks come amid ongoing scrutiny of SAFA's administration and its handling of payments to national team players ahead of the closely watched vote.

Watchdog Uganda profiles Ugandan politicians Mathias Mpuuga and Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi, describing them as two prominent figures from Masaka on opposite sides of the country's ideological divide. According to the outlet's Brian Mugenyi, both have survived bruising political battles, shaped national debate, and held senior offices, with Mpuuga rising through the opposition to become Leader of the Opposition in Parliament while Ssekandi served on the ruling side.

Football veterans and prominent figures in South African football have endorsed AmaZulu owner Sandile Zungu for the presidency of the South African Football Association (Safa), according to TimesLIVE Sport. The group of masters and legends of the game said Zungu's leadership would strengthen the sport in the country. The backing adds high-profile support to his candidacy ahead of the Safa leadership race.

Businessman and Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi cautioned the United Opposition against selecting Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as its presidential candidate for the upcoming election. In a radio interview, Wanjigi expressed that Musyoka lacks the inspiration and drive necessary for significant political causes, a conclusion he reached after collaborating with him during Raila Odinga's 2017 campaign. Wanjigi emphasized his honesty about Musyoka's capabilities despite their friendship.