Mpumalanga Sport Confederation

🇿🇦✨ HAPPY YOUTH DAY 2025 ✨🇿🇦

Today, we honour the brave youth of 1976 whose courage, sacrifice, and determination helped shape the South Africa we know today. As we commemorate 50 years since the Soweto Uprising, we celebrate a generation that stood for freedom, dignity, and opportunity.

To the youth of Mpumalanga: you are the heartbeat of our province and the champions of tomorrow. Through sport, you continue to build discipline, unity, resilience, and excellence. Keep dreaming big, working hard, and inspiring your communities through your talent and dedication.

May you continue to rise, lead, and shine brighter than the sun.

🌞 Unveiling the Magic of the Sun
🏆 Building Future Champions
💛 Celebrating 50 Years of Courage, Hope, and Legacy

🎉🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR PRESIDENT! 🎂🎉

Today, we proudly celebrate a remarkable leader, visionary, and champion of sport, Mr Linda Zwane, President of the Mpumalanga Sport Confederation.

Your unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to developing sport and empowering communities continue to inspire athletes, administrators, and future generations across Mpumalanga and beyond.

May this special day bring you joy, good health, abundant blessings, and renewed strength as you continue to lead with excellence and purpose.

Thank you for your outstanding service, leadership, and the positive impact you make in the sporting fraternity.

✨ Wishing you a spectacular birthday and a year filled with success, happiness, and memorable achievements.

Happy Birthday, President Linda Zwane! 🎉🎁🎈

GOOD LUCK TEAM MPUMALANGA!

The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation, led by President Mr Linda Zwane, wishes all our athletes participating in the 2026 Comrades Marathon Up Run strength, endurance, and success.

You have trained hard, sacrificed much, and earned your place on the starting line. As you take on The Ultimate Human Race, know that the entire province stands behind you.

Run with pride. Run with purpose. Make Mpumalanga proud!

BREAKING NEWS

For years some people have been asking:
"What's the Mpumalanga Sport Confederation actually doing?"

Well... now there's nowhere to hide and no need to guess.

The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation has officially launched its brand-new website!

From development programmes, provincial activities, news, events, opportunities, and resources. It's all there for everyone to see.

No more "I didn't know."
No more "Nobody told us."
No more "Where can I find the information?"

Just visit:
www.mpumalangasportconfederation.com

Transparency. Growth. Opportunities. Sport.

The future of Mpumalanga sport is now just one click away.

MPUMALANGA SPORT CONFEDERATION MESSAGE OF SUPPORT

GOOD LUCK, LUTHULI BRIGADE FC (AMADELAKUFA)!

The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation extends its heartfelt wishes and unwavering support to Luthuli Brigade FC (Amadelakufa) as they proudly represent Mpumalanga Province at the 2026 ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs taking place in Mthatha, OR Tambo District, Eastern Cape, from 2–7 June 2026.

From your home ground in Chief Albert Luthuli Local Municipality, Elukwatini, to the national stage, you carry the hopes and dreams of the people of Mpumalanga and the Gert Sibande District.

Your journey, determination, discipline, and fighting spirit have earned you this opportunity. Now is the time to showcase the talent, resilience, and football excellence that our province is known for.

As you compete against the best teams from across South Africa, remember that an entire province stands behind you. Play with pride, courage, passion, and unity.

Go and make Mpumalanga proud!

One Province. One Dream. One Mission.
Amadelakufa, the battle is yours to conquer!

Wishing you success in the National Playoffs.

Message from the Mpumalanga Sport Confederation

YOUTH MONTH 2026: HONOURING THE PAST, EMPOWERING THE FUTURE THROUGH SPORT

Every year in June, South Africans pause to reflect on the bravery, sacrifice, and determination of the youth who stood up against injustice during the historic events of 16 June 1976. This year marks 50 years since the Soweto Uprising, when thousands of young people took to the streets demanding a better education system and a better future for themselves and generations to come.

The youth of 1976 demonstrated courage beyond their years. Their actions became a turning point in South Africa's struggle for freedom and equality. Today, their legacy serves as a reminder that young people have the power to shape society, challenge barriers, and become agents of change.

As we commemorate Youth Month 2026, the Mpumalanga Sport Confederation (MSC) recognises the important role that sport continues to play in transforming lives, creating opportunities, and building stronger communities.

Sport is more than competition. It is a platform for personal growth, leadership development, discipline, teamwork, and social cohesion. Through sport, young people learn valuable life skills that help them navigate challenges both on and off the field of play.

However, today's youth face a different set of challenges. Social ills such as substance abuse, crime, gender-based violence, bullying, teenage pregnancy, cyberbullying, depression, and unemployment continue to affect many young people across our communities. These challenges can discourage dreams and limit opportunities if not addressed.

Sport provides a positive alternative. It offers safe spaces where young people can channel their energy productively, build healthy relationships, develop confidence, and pursue excellence. Every training session, every match, every race, and every competition becomes an opportunity to make positive choices and create a brighter future.

The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation encourages all young athletes to remain focused on their goals, work hard, and never lose sight of their dreams. Success does not happen overnight, but through dedication, perseverance, and commitment, great achievements become possible.

We also wish to encourage coaches, technical officials, volunteers, and sports administrators, particularly those from rural and under-resourced communities. Your current circumstances do not determine your future. Many of South Africa's greatest athletes, coaches, and leaders began their journeys in villages, townships, and communities where resources were limited, but determination was abundant.

Being from a rural area is not a disadvantage. It is part of your unique story. Your passion, resilience, and willingness to learn can take you further than you may imagine. Continue creating opportunities, supporting one another, and building structures that will benefit future generations.

To the young women and men of Mpumalanga: believe in yourselves. Your talent matters. Your voice matters. Your contribution matters. Whether you participate in athletics, football, netball, boxing, swimming, dance sport, equestrian sport, tennis, indigenous games, or any other sporting code, you are helping to build a healthier, stronger, and more united province.

As we celebrate Youth Month 2026, let us honour the courage of the youth of 1976 by becoming the generation that continues to break barriers, inspire change, and create opportunities through sport.

Together, let us use sport as a tool to combat social ills, promote healthy lifestyles, foster inclusion, and unlock the potential of every young person in Mpumalanga.

The future of sport belongs to our youth.

Throughout Youth Month 2026, the Mpumalanga Sport Confederation will be proudly featuring and profiling some of the province's outstanding young sporting talents, giving them an opportunity to be seen, recognised, celebrated, and known for their achievements and contributions to sport.

Young Minds. Strong Bodies. Bright Futures.

Mpumalanga Sport Confederation (MSC)
Unveiling the Magic of the Sun

🎾🔥 16 DAYS TO GO! 🔥🎾

With only 16 Days to the official Mbombela Open 2026, here are 16 reasons why every sport lover in Mpumalanga should be there!

1️⃣ Because it's the greatest tennis experience in Africa – right here in Mbombela!

2️⃣ Because where else can you watch world-class tennis and still plan a Big 5 safari adventure in the same week? 🦁🐘 The Kruger National Park is right on our doorstep.

3️⃣ Because 2026 marks the incredible 100-year celebration of the legendary Kruger National Park, making this year's event even more historic.

4️⃣ Because South Africa's brightest young tennis stars are ready to shine on the international stage.

5️⃣ Because the next Grand Slam champion could be competing right before your eyes.

6️⃣ Because it's officially one of the biggest sporting events to experience in Mpumalanga in 2026.

7️⃣ Because seriously... what else are you doing from 17–21 June? 😏

8️⃣ Because it's absolutely FREE for the public to attend. World-class sport without spending a cent! 🙌

9️⃣ Because Mbombela offers the perfect mix of sport, tourism, adventure, food, and culture.

🔟 Because every match could introduce us to a future tennis superstar.

1️⃣1️⃣ Because nowhere else can you enjoy elite tennis in such a beautiful South African destination.

1️⃣2️⃣ Because the atmosphere is electric, the action is nonstop, and the memories last forever.

1️⃣3️⃣ Because tennis is even better when you're close enough to hear every serve, rally, and celebration. 🎾👏

1️⃣4️⃣ Because you'll be part of a growing sporting legacy that's putting Mbombela on the international tennis map.

1️⃣5️⃣ Because your social media timeline deserves something better than another weekend on the couch. 📸😎

1️⃣6️⃣ Because when your friends ask where you were in June 2026, saying "I was at the Mbombela Open" sounds a lot better than "I stayed home scrolling." 😎🔥

📍 Mbombela Open 2026
📅 17–21 June 2026

The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation encourages all sport lovers, families, athletes, administrators, and supporters to come and be part of this historic sporting experience.

📢 POSTPONEMENT NOTICE

The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation (MSC) Gender Commission wishes to inform all stakeholders, federations, delegates and the sporting fraternity that the Men In Sport Seminar 2026 scheduled for 30 May 2026 has been postponed until further notice following the untimely passing of a member of the MSC Gender Commission.

The Commission has taken this decision during this difficult period of mourning and reflection out of respect for the bereaved family, colleagues and the sporting community.

A new date for the seminar will be communicated in due course.

We sincerely thank all stakeholders for their understanding, support and continued commitment.

May the departed soul rest in peace.

Africa Day is more than a celebration of our continent’s history , it is a celebration of unity, resilience, identity, excellence, and the shared dreams of African people. For the sporting fraternity, this day reminds us that sport has always been one of the greatest forces bringing Africans together beyond borders, languages, cultures, and backgrounds. From the dusty grounds of rural villages to world-class stadiums, Africa continues to produce athletes who inspire generations and carry the pride of the continent onto global stages.

Sport in Africa is not only about competition; it is a tool for social cohesion, youth empowerment, nation-building, and transformation. Across the continent, young people discover hope, discipline, leadership, and opportunity through sport. It teaches values of teamwork, perseverance, respect, and excellence. Africa Day therefore becomes a moment to reflect on how sport continues to shape stronger communities and uplift future generations.

For the Mpumalanga Sport Confederation (MSC), Africa Day carries a profound meaning. It represents the organisation’s commitment to building an inclusive sporting environment where talent is nurtured, communities are united, and athletes are empowered to dream beyond limitations. As a proudly African sporting body, MSC continues to play a critical role in advancing sport development within Mpumalanga by creating opportunities for athletes, administrators, coaches, officials, and young people from all walks of life.

The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation recognises that athlete development is the foundation of sporting excellence. Every great champion begins with access to opportunity, proper guidance, support structures, and platforms to grow. Through development programmes, capacity-building initiatives, school and community sport partnerships, leadership engagements, and sporting events, MSC continues to invest in the future of athletes across the province.

Africa Day also reminds us that African talent is abundant. What is needed is continued investment, mentorship, unity, and collaboration. By supporting athlete development from grassroots to elite level, we build not only stronger sportspeople but stronger communities and future leaders. Young athletes become ambassadors of hope, discipline, and African excellence.

As we celebrate Africa Day, we celebrate the beauty of African diversity, the strength of African unity, and the power of sport to transform lives. The Mpumalanga Sport Confederation remains committed to unveiling the magic of the sun by empowering athletes, promoting active communities, and ensuring that the spirit of African excellence continues to shine brightly through sport.

Happy Africa Day.
One Continent. One Passion. One Future. Together We Rise.