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.

SAFA presidential candidate Sandile Zungu has issued a warning ahead of the association's elections, threatening to dismiss officials responsible if Bafana Bafana players and technical staff do not receive their promised 2026 World Cup bonuses. According to IOL, Zungu made the remarks as part of his campaign, framing the unpaid bonuses as a matter of accountability within South African football's governing body. The dispute highlights ongoing concerns over player remuneration and governance at SAFA.

The Community Development Fund (TASAF) continues to be a catalyst for change among poor households, particularly women, by enabling them to achieve economic independence. During the Public Service Week celebrations in Dodoma, TASAF's Acting Internal Audit Director, Uswege Edward, highlighted the involvement of beneficiaries in showcasing the successes of TASAF Phase Two implementation.

AmaZulu chairman Sandile Zungu has promised to take action on unpaid player bonuses if he is elected president of the South African Football Association (SAFA), according to SABC Sport. Zungu, who is campaigning for the SAFA presidency, also commented on the ongoing debate around the introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in South African football.

Leaders, including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, have encouraged boda boda riders to join Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) and invest in income-generating projects to enhance their livelihoods and achieve financial stability. This message was delivered during a boda boda empowerment forum at Mungatsi Primary School in Nambale Sub-county, where Wetang’ula highlighted the benefits of the newly launched Shirikiana Digital SACCO.

Pitso Mosimane has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Hugo Broos as the head coach of Bafana Bafana, following his presentation of plans to the South African Football Association (Safa) last month. This development indicates a significant step towards his potential appointment as the national team's next coach.