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eNCA
2 hours ago
- Sport
- eNCA
James Moloi re-elected president of Athletics South Africa
KEMPTON PARK - J ames Moloi was re-elected as president of Athletics South Africa. Moloi's re-election comes with most of the board he's worked with. READ: Team SA wins big at World Relay Championships John Mathane from Gauteng North takes over as vice-president from Shireen Noble and Kesaoleboga Molotsane from Athletics Free State (AFS) replaces Hendrick Mokganyetsi as the athletes' representative. ENCA's sports editor spoke spoke to SASCOC's president, Barry Hendricks.
The South African
5 days ago
- Politics
- The South African
Request for POLICE presence at ASA elections raises serious red flags
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has issued a call for calm, unity, and transparency ahead of the upcoming Athletics South Africa (ASA) elections, scheduled for 31 May 2025 at Garden Court OR Tambo. The party has voiced deep concern over what it describes as 'worrying developments' within the federation's leadership and election processes. The DA's statement comes in response to a formal request by ASA President James Moloi for police presence at the elective meeting , a move the DA says signals severe dysfunction within ASA's leadership structures. 'Electoral processes within sports federations should be peaceful, democratic exercises, not events that require law enforcement to prevent unrest,' the party said. 'The fact that such a request was deemed necessary signals a federation in disarray and teetering on the edge of chaos.' Further signs of turbulence within ASA include legal threats from license holders, the withdrawal of nominees from Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA), and reports of additional provincial pullouts ahead of the vote. 'The looming presence of the police at what should be a straightforward elective meeting is unprecedented and deeply shameful,' the DA added. The DA has urged ASA members and stakeholders to put aside factionalism and commit to a transparent, fair, and democratic election process governed by the rule of law. 'These elections must not be tainted by intimidation or interference,' the party said. 'They must be governed by fairness, the rule of law, and a shared commitment to the long-term wellbeing of South African athletics.' The opposition party also warned that the latest round of ASA infighting is part of a broader, recurring pattern of administrative dysfunction. ASA has been repeatedly criticised by the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Sport for governance failures, financial mismanagement, and internal disputes – issues that the DA says have been 'too often funded at the taxpayer's expense.' Amid the growing disarray, the DA pointed to the extraordinary performances of South African athletes, who continue to shine despite the instability at ASA. Citing 19-year-old Bayanda Walaza's record-breaking 9.94 in the 100m in Zagreb this past weekend, the party lamented how such feats are overshadowed by the federation's leadership failures. 'Moments like these should be celebrated nationally, not buried under boardroom drama,' the DA said. 'Our athletes deserve more than mismanagement and infighting. They deserve a federation that reflects the principles of accountability, professionalism, and unity.' With the ASA elections days away, all eyes are on the federation to demonstrate maturity and responsibility in managing its internal affairs. The DA reiterated its stance that South African athletes' dedication must be matched by leadership that honours the flag they represent. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
TimesLIVE
16-05-2025
- Sport
- TimesLIVE
Athletics SA boss James Moloi calls on companies to help support athletes
Athletics South Africa (ASA) president James Moloi has called on corporations to support athletics with funding after the success of Team SA at the World Relay Championships in Guangzhou, China. South Africa topped the medals table, clinching two golds and a bronze, and was warmly welcomed home at OR Tambo International Airport on Wednesday. Akani Simbine and his Olympic silver medal band conquered the planet, winning the men's 4x100m to kick-start a magical night. The men's 4x400m team, featuring two schoolboys with experienced Zakithi Nene on the final leg, stormed to victory in a 2min 57.50sec world lead and Zeney Geldenhuys anchored the women's 4x400m to bronze in a 3:24.84 national record. Watch South Africa 🇿🇦 storm to GOLD in the men's 4x100m at the World Relays in 37.61s!!🥇 First African team ever to win the 4x100m. 🥈 USA 🇺🇸 - 37.66 🥉 Canada 🇨🇦 - 38.11 — Track & Field Gazette (@TrackGazette) May 11, 2025 Moloi praised the athletes for their outstanding performance and thanked the supporting partners. 'The athletes told us what they want and we will support them. We are there for our athletes,' he said. 'Thank you for supporting us — and I'm urging other corporate companies to please come forward. We are not doing this for us; we are doing it for the athletes.' Moloi emphasised that the organisation prioritises the athletes' needs, saying: 'We will just lead from behind, as long as our athletes come first. For us, this is a project that we are investing in, especially this group of youngsters going to Los Angeles. Tell us what to improve, criticise us in a positive way so that we can improve ourselves.' SA Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (Sascoc) president Barry Hendricks also commended the athletes, promising to source funding to support them. 'The passion with which you ran, never giving up, has instilled a seed of hope in many athletes aspiring to be what you are going to be,' he said. Hendricks thanked sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie for the department's support. McKenzie previously made a commitment to sending more athletes, including those from rural areas, to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. 'We must seek and identify possible medal winners for the 2028 Olympics. Those we identify should be helped financially, given a salary, and provided with coaching to ensure they are prepared for the Olympics,' he said. 'I promise there won't be any athlete complaining about inadequate help, not under our watch. I will ensure we take no fewer than 300 athletes to Los Angeles. We can't take 134 athletes only; we must take 300 minimum. We live in the most talented country. We must invest money in our athletes.'
TimesLIVE
14-05-2025
- Sport
- TimesLIVE
Moloi, don't pass the bug
Not even flu could keep Athletics South Africa president James Moloi from a press briefing with the national team ahead of World Relays in China. He showed up at the University of Johannesburg track on Tuesday as the teams, which flew out the following day, practised their baton changeovers. Let's hope he didn't pass his bug on to any of the athletes, although one of our Oddballs own was felled by flu later in the week. ..
