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The Herald
3 days ago
- General
- The Herald
World Netball says suspended Molokwane ‘has case to answer': Sascoc boss
World Netball has found suspended Netball South Africa (NSA) president Cecilia Molokwane has a case to answer and will face a disciplinary hearing in the coming weeks, SA Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (Sascoc) president Barry Hendricks said on Thursday. But he added he did not know the charges against the controversial sports boss. 'World Netball came back to us recently to say that there was a case to answer and they're now busy with the disciplinary hearing,' Hendricks told journalists in Johannesburg. The world governing body had indicated to him that the process should be completed around mid-July. Asked if he knew the charges against Molokwane, he replied: 'No, they've kept that between themselves and Ms Molokwane.' Molokwane, who was suspended last month after allegedly refusing to step down provisionally while facing investigation, has maintained her innocence, alleging claims had been made by 'anonymous individuals' wanting to ruin her reputation.
IOL News
02-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Champs Crinums bounce back with commanding win over Flames in Telkom Netball League
Xandri Fourie Crinums goal attack Xandri Fourie shoots for goal against the Flames at Sun City Superbowl. Photo: Netball South Africa Image: Netball South Africa Defending champions the Free State Crinums bounced back quickly from their only loss so far of Power Week 1 of the Telkom Netball League (TNL), with a 68-45 win over the North West Flames on day six. The Golden Fireballs had handed the log leaders a shock 50-45 loss in their top-of-the-table clash. The Crinums were back to their imperious best with a commanding performance against the Flames at the Sun City Superbowl in Rustenburg, North West. The team's dominance was evident throughout the game, with the Flames struggling to keep up. The Crinums' attack was relentless, with 80 attempts compared to the Flames' 53. The Crinums' defence was solid, forcing three held balls and eight interceptions. This strong defensive display was a key factor in their victory. Coach Martha Mosoahle-Samm said: 'I'm very proud of the girls, it was a big win for us, we needed it.' She also highlighted the importance of giving fringe players opportunities, allowing them to feel the pressure of playing against a big team. The Flames seemed to lose momentum after the first quarter, allowing the Crinums to take control of the game. Coach Elsunet du Plessis acknowledged that her team were inconsistent, but saw positive aspects of their performance. She said: 'I think we were too inconsistent... but still there were passages of play that were very good and we can build on that.' She emphasised the need for her team to refocus and come back stronger. The Gauteng Jaguars, who have won the tournament six times, are slowly finding form after a poor start. They outclassed the Baobabs 65-38, after seeing off the Zambezi Eagles 56-49. The team's early dominance of the Baobabs set the tone for the rest of the game. 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 ✕ They pounced on every opportunity with 11 interceptions, shot attempts, and favourable circle feeds. Stand-out performers included Ine-Mare Venter with 49 goal attempts, and solid defensive plays from Jamie Williamson, Zane Bodenstein, and Lungile Mthembu. However, the team faced some setbacks, with Janie van Wyk being temporarily replaced by Jamie Williamson due to concussion protocols. Alice Kenon also sustained an injury. Coach Rozanne Matthyse of the Jaguars said: 'A lot of our players are coachable, and that's important. They know what they want from this competition, and they are always focused on our process.' The Jaguars' mini-revival will face another stern test with a clash against the Flames. Baobabs coach Emily Mathosa reflected on her team's struggles, saying: 'We did not start well, and I think that's why the score went up. 'If we had maintained our own centre passes, the score would never be like this... I am actually happy that we were able to improve in the second and third quarters.' The Baobabs were able to quickly put the disappointment behind them with a narrow 48-47 win over the Aloes on Friday morning. Nokwanda Khumalo scored the winning goal for the Baobabs at the final buzzer in a dramatic end-to-end clash. The first round of Telkom Netball League matches will end on Sunday. Power Week 2 takes place from June 13-17.
IOL News
28-04-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Netball SA boss Cecilia Molokwane's suspension by World Netball raises questions over leadership bid
Cecilia Molokwane Cecilia Molokwane, the president of Netball SA, has been suspended by World Netball. Photo: ARMAND HOUGH Independent Media Image: ARMAND HOUGH Independent Media World Netball has suspended Cecilia Molokwane, the president of Netball South Africa (NSA) and Africa Netball, and a World Netball director, casting doubts on her bid for a third term as NSA leader. The reasons remain unclear, with talks said to be ongoing. The sport's world governing body has yet to disclose the specific charges, sending the rumour mill into overdrive in the netball community around the possible reasons for her suspension. Molokwane has been a prominent figure in South African netball since she first took over the NSA presidency in 2017. Over her two terms, she has been credited with propelling the Proteas to impressive finishes in recent Netball World Cups, and for hosting Africa's successful maiden World Cup tournament in Cape Town in 2023. She has listed hosting the showpiece as a highlight of her netball journey, as well as expanding the profile and reach of netball in the country. Molokwane has also been credited with securing top opposition for the national netball team, in their bid to crack the podium places at major international tournaments. Recent news of a Test series against New Zealand later this year followed earlier clashes against Jamaica and England. All three teams are ranked higher than the Proteas. At the recent launch of the 2025 Telkom National Netball League in Johannesburg, Molokwane declared her intention to run for a third term as NSA president in the elections later this year. 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 ✕ However, Netball South Africa are saying that they have not been made aware of the specific allegations against their leader. 'Netball South Africa (NSA) acknowledges the correspondence received from World Netball concerning our president, Cecilia Molokwane,' they said in a statement. 'We are currently in discussions with World Netball regarding this matter. "As an organisation, NSA is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of governance, integrity, and transparency. We are committed to ensuring a fair and thorough process throughout this situation. 'In line with World Netball's guidelines, we will refrain from engaging in discussions about ongoing internal matters.' They have called for patience while the process unfolds.
The Herald
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Herald
Final audit still not ready nearly two years after 2023 Netball World Cup
The biggest cost, R10.48m, was listed as depreciation of property, plant and equipment, up from R13,261 from the previous year. Next was R8.9m spent in an item described as World Netball surplus share. Then came: R7.3m on public relations and marketing campaign support; R4.17m on consulting fees, R4.13m on employee costs; and R2.4m on local travel costs. The only other cost to reach seven figures was branding at R1.16m. A commission of R604,000 was paid. An amount of R6,191 was listed for overseas travel. There were no details of salaries, other than fees of R122,500 paid to board member Blanche de la Guerra, the former CEO of Netball South Africa (NSA). None of the other NWC directors received fees. However, it emerged NSA board members are paid taxable stipends, with suspended president Cecilia Molokwane receiving R40,000 a month. The vice-president receives R35,000 and normal board members R25,000, said NSA CEO Modiegi Komane, adding they could also claim expenses incurred.
The Citizen
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Top 10 stories of the day: Lawyers stealing from trust funds
Here's your daily news update: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. News today includes more than 500 cases in which lawyers are accused of stealing more than R1.4 billion of their clients' money from trust funds not being prosecuted. Meanwhile, the EFF has proposed an 'apartheid tax' for people who inherited wealth during that era, instead of a VAT increase. Furthermore, Netball South Africa appeared in front of the portfolio committee for the first time, just days after World Netball suspended Molokwane. Weather tomorrow: 23 April 2025 The weather service warns of severe thunderstorms resulting in heavy downpours and possible flooding in parts of the Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Gauteng and North West. Very cold weather and possible snow are forecast over the central and western parts of KwaZulu-Natal. Full weather forecast here. Stay up to date with The Citizen – More News, Your Way. Lawyers who steal: R1.4bn trust fund theft ignored More than 500 cases in which lawyers are accused of stealing more than R1.4 billion of their clients' money from trust funds have not been prosecuted. This was revealed by statistics recently released by the Legal Practice Fidelity Fund. Picture: iStock The figures show that 561 trust fund theft cases, in which lawyers allegedly stole R1.4 billion from clients, remain unprosecuted. They also revealed that only 59 convictions were made in seven years and just 25 resulted in jail time. CONTINUE READING: Lawyers who steal: R1.4bn trust fund theft ignored EFF calls for 'apartheid tax' counter instead of VAT hike [VIDEO] As the battle over the value-added tax (VAT) hike plays out in the Western Cape High Court, the EFF has proposed an 'apartheid tax' for people who inherited wealth during that era. Speaking to the media outside the court, EFF treasurer general Omphile Maotwe said other avenues could be taxed. EFF Treasurer General, Commissar Omphile Maotwe, alongside Western Cape Convener Commissar Rebecca Mathibe and provincial leadership at the High Court. Pic: X/@EFFWesternCape_ 'There's apartheid inheritance. Introduce an apartheid tax on everybody who inherited wealth in this country during apartheid, when you know what happened to our people. 'That will give you much more money than the R28 billion that you are looking for. But what is the easy target? The poor,' Maotwe said. CONTINUE READING: EFF calls for 'apartheid tax' counter instead of VAT hike [VIDEO] An 'embarrassment' and a 'mess': Netball SA taken to task by parliament Netball South Africa (NSA) was raked through the coals on Tuesday by the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, with members of parliament criticising the federation for not taking action against its president, Cecilia Molokwane, and for lengthy delays in releasing audited financial reports. The national netball body appeared in front of the portfolio committee for the first time, just days after World Netball suspended Molokwane. Cecilia Molokwane, the Netball SA president, was suspended last week by World Netball. Picture: Lubabalo Lesolle/Gallo Images 'While we acknowledge the growth and achievements of netball in our country, we also emphasise the importance of good governance, principles and values,' said the portfolio committee chairperson, Joseph McGluwa. CONTINUE READING: An 'embarrassment' and a 'mess': Netball SA taken to task by parliament Second suspect identified as gunman in Wynberg court shooting A second suspect has been identified in connection with the fatal shooting at Wynberg Magistrate's Court earlier this month. The police are still conducting a manhunt for a third suspect, who is also believed to be a gunman, still at large. A general view outside Wynberg Magistrate's Court on 16 January 2025. Picture: Gallo Images/Die Burger/Theo Jeptha Abubaker Adams, 24, was identified as the second suspect in the case. He appeared in the Wynberg Magistrate's Court on Tuesday. Adams faces murder charges for his alleged role in the 5 April shooting that claimed the life of Dingalomoya Chintso. CONTINUE READING: Second suspect identified as gunman in Wynberg court shooting 'ANC has chosen to push this VAT increase down the throats of South Africans' The DA says it is confident in its court challenge of the 2025 budget, claiming that the framework passed by parliament earlier this month shows its coalition partner, the ANC, does not care about the poor. The party and the EFF have both filed applications at the Western Cape High Court to interdict the budget. Minister Ecnoch Godongwana delivering Budget 2025. Picture: GCIS Speaking to The Citizen on Tuesday, DA spokesperson on finance Dr Mark Burke said its government of national unity (GNU) partner, the ANC, was forcing the budget on the country. 'The ANC has chosen to push this VAT increase down the throats of South Africans, and it has sought support outside of the partnership for this increase.' CONTINUE READING: 'ANC has chosen to push this VAT increase down the throats of South Africans' Here are five more stories of the day: Yesterday's News recap READ HERE: Top 10 stories of the day: Pope Francis dies | Easter road fatalities declining | Second suspect arrested for Wynberg court shooting
