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15 minutes ago
- IOL News
Geraldine Lerena on pioneering the future of South African boxing
Seen here (l-r): Kevin and Geraldine Lerena, and Chief Operations Officer (COO) of Boxing South Africa (BSA) is Mandla Ntlanganiso. Picture: Alexius van der Westhuizen Image: Alexius van der Westhuizen As co-founder and chief executive of Aquila Boxing Promotions, Geraldine Lerena is one of the pioneering female promoters in South African boxing, and for her it's all about growing the sport in the country. Together with her husband and WBC bridgerweight champion Kevin Lerena, Geraldine founded Aquila Boxing Promotions (ABP). ABP says in its mission statement: 'Aquila combines grassroots development with high-calibre professional showcases, giving fighters a platform to rise and fans a reason to rally. 'With a growing reputation for quality matchmaking and production, Aquila is shaping the future of African boxing — one fight at a time.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Geraldine's Impact on Shaping the Sport: Providing a Platform for Young Fighters and Promoting Female Bouts For Geraldine, the opportunity to give back to the sport that has given her family so much is fulfilling. 'It's incredibly exciting what we're able to do. I just feel extremely privileged to be able to provide a platform for young fighters to showcase their talents and to build their records and just to show us what they can do. So I think it's a really exciting time,' Geraldine told IOL Sports in an exclusive interview. In ABP's most recent event last week, a rare female bout was included on the fight card. Ensuring the fight between Keabetso Mathane and Abigail Gabonewe happened was an example of how Geraldine is helping shape the sport in the country. 'It's really, really great. It's obviously difficult to put female fights on just because the divisions are really, really thin. So to be able to put a fight on for Women's Month is really, really great.' Geraldine's Support and Kevin's Journey as ABP Ambassador As for Geraldine's support of 33-year-old Kevin, who has now fought 35 times in his career, it's been a whirlwind journey. 'It's amazing. He's such a terrific fighter and just such a role model to so many. I'm just always so proud of him.' With Kevin working as the ambassador for ABP since the company was founded in November last year, it's given the dynamic duo a chance to experience a new challenge. 'It's really rewarding. I mean, he's just so hard-working, so to be able to work with him alongside him is really fantastic,' said Geraldine. 'It's really great. Just to be able to listen to all the fighters, how grateful they are that we are able to provide a platform, is just really rewarding.' @Michael_Sherman IOL Sport
IOL News
15 minutes ago
- IOL News
Varsity Esports Announces 2025 Sponsorship Dream Team
Varsity Esports has announced its 2025 sponsors, uniting global and local brands to grow university esports across South Africa Varsity Esports, the premier university esports league powered by Mettlestate and Advent Sport Entertainment and Media (ASEM), has unveiled its 2025 sponsor lineup, bringing together a high-impact mix of global and local brands committed to growing the university esports space nationwide. The announcement comes as esports earns formal recognition earlier this year alongside South Africa's traditional university sporting codes, marking a major step for campus gaming. What is Varsity Esports? Launched in 2024, Varsity Esports is South Africa's premier campus gaming competition, where students from universities nationwide battle it out in top-tier titles for national bragging rights and major prizes. Developed by Mettlestate, one of the country's leading Esports tournament organisers, in collaboration with ASEM, the league represents a new frontier in South African Esports, combining varsity pride with digital excellence. Meet the Brands Behind the Battle: Behind every great tournament is a team of committed partners who believe in the vision and for Varsity Esports that belief comes from a powerful group of sponsors ready to help shape the future of student gaming in South Africa. At the forefront are our headline sponsors, each playing a key role in supporting South Africa's Premier University Esports league's continued growth. FNB brings a strong commitment to empowering young South Africans, both in their personal development and digital pursuits. Their support reflects a belief in ambition, innovation, and the power of opportunity. Joining them is adidas, stepping into the Varsity Esports space for the first time. Known for championing performance and perseverance, adidas is here to back a new kind of athlete one whose talent plays out on digital stages with just as much discipline and drive. DStv Stream completes this trio, bringing their unique position in entertainment and broadcast to help share the stories, energy, and culture that surround the league. With their support, Varsity Esports becomes more than competition, it becomes a platform for youth expression and connection. Our preferred suppliers bring vital energy to the league. Doritos adds bold flavour to the experience, celebrating the fun, intensity, and personality that make gaming culture thrive. Red Bull, a long-time supporter of high-performance and high-impact moments, stands ready to fuel players as they give their all from qualifiers to the final showdown. Meanwhile, our media partner, Jacaranda FM, ensures that the voice of Varsity Esports carries across the country. With their reach and resonance, they'll help tell the stories of rising talent, celebrate key moments, and build excitement around every phase of the season. Together, these partners form more than a sponsorship lineup they represent a shared commitment to youth, innovation, and the future of competitive gaming in South Africa. 'This isn't just a sponsorship announcement,' says Barry Louzada, managing director and founder of Mettlestate. 'This is a cultural moment. These brands recognise what we've built; a national stage for youth, competition, and future-forward entertainment - and they've chosen to be part of it.'
IOL News
an hour ago
- IOL News
Upcoming housing project promises new hope for Marry Me Informal Settlement residents
Member of the Mayoral Committee for Housing and Human Settlements, Aaron Maluleka, recently held a public meeting to inform residents of Marry Me Informal Settlement about a new housing development planned for the area. Image: Supplied / City of Tshwane Shack dwellers at the Marry Me Informal Settlement in Soshanguve, where six patrollers were fatally shot in March, are set to benefit from a new housing development, expected to commence before December. Ward 89 councillor, Tshepo Malefane, said a community meeting was held on Saturday to update residents on the development plans for the area. He said during the meeting, it was explained that the City of Tshwane has already put aside a budget for the development of the area in the current financial year. 'This means that before December, we would have started with auditing of the area,' he said. According to Malefane, the development will start with the installation of bulk infrastructure, including water and sewerage pipes, to mark the beginning of the actual work on the project. He said the new development will prioritise housing for South African citizens. 'No one will remain there because remember we are cleaning Marry Me, and we don't want anyone there,' he said. Member of the Mayoral Committee for Housing and Human Settlements, Aaron Maluleka, advised residents against constructing new shacks outside the existing informal settlement boundaries, warning that it would hinder the formalisation process. 'The new shacks have been built outside the boundaries of portion 15 of the farm Wentzelrust 223 JR, owned by the city,' he said. He said residents were informed that 3,208 households were identified and registered during the shack-marking process. Maluleka said: 'Those who qualify for housing will be relocated to a new area, Kopanong, where walk-up houses will be constructed. Other residents will be allocated stands in the area.' He said 3,000 stands will be allocated and registered to qualifying residents through the decanting and formalisation process.
