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Creative and Active Society through Sport ,Arts and Culture

[MINISTER GAYTON MCKENZIE AND MEC MANGALISO MATIKA HANDS OVER A MULTI-PURPOSE SPORTING FACILITY IN KOMAGGAS, NAMA-KHOI M...
16/10/2026

[MINISTER GAYTON MCKENZIE AND MEC MANGALISO MATIKA HANDS OVER A MULTI-PURPOSE SPORTING FACILITY IN KOMAGGAS, NAMA-KHOI MUNICIPALITY.]

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Mr. Gayton McKenzie together with his Northern Cape counterpart Mr. Mangaliso Matika have officially handed over a multi-purpose sporting facility at the FC Smith Combined School in Komaggas in the Nama-Khoi Local Municipality. The two leaders have also donated sporting equipment to various local sporting clubs.

Minister McKenzie has also promised to install community gyms and play centers in three areas within the district. The event was attended by children from FC Smith Combined School and other members of the community.

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WATERPOINT = LEKKERPOINT!🔥💦Because every good run deserves a waterpoint with the best vibes! 🏃🏽‍♀️🎶We’re challenging and...
15/10/2026

WATERPOINT = LEKKERPOINT!🔥💦

Because every good run deserves a waterpoint with the best vibes! 🏃🏽‍♀️🎶

We’re challenging and calling on all waterpoint teams to bring the creativity, the energy and the local spirit to the 2026 DNDKBHM.

Give runners something smile about along the route and win prizes.





⏰9 DAYS TO GO!All roads lead to Kimberley! The countdown continues as we get closer to the Diamonds & Dorings Kimberley ...
15/10/2026

⏰9 DAYS TO GO!

All roads lead to Kimberley! The countdown continues as we get closer to the Diamonds & Dorings Kimberley Big Hole Marathon, happening on 24–25 October 2026.





Strategic Planning Session: Advancing a Creative and Active Society through Sport, Arts and CultureThe Department of Spo...
12/10/2026

Strategic Planning Session: Advancing a Creative and Active Society through Sport, Arts and Culture

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is currently convening its Strategic Planning Session at Boontjieskraal, reaffirming its commitment to building a creative, active, inclusive and transformed society through sport, arts and culture.

The session provides an important platform to strengthen strategic alignment, ensure the effective and efficient allocation of resources, and advance transformation across the sector.

Through focused engagements and collaborative planning, the Department seeks to sharpen its strategic priorities, strengthen service delivery, and ensure that sport, arts and culture continue to contribute meaningfully to social cohesion, economic growth, skills development and nation-building.

Together, we are shaping a future where sport, arts and culture serve as catalysts for inclusion, opportunity and sustainable development.

[MEC MANGALISO MATIKA ADDRESSES DSAC MANAGEMENT DURING A TWO DAY DEPARTMENTAL STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION.]MEC for Sport,...
12/10/2026

[MEC MANGALISO MATIKA ADDRESSES DSAC MANAGEMENT DURING A TWO DAY DEPARTMENTAL STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION.]

MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Mr. Mangaliso Matika has strongly condemned misuse of state resources. MEC Matika was addressing departmental management during the opening of a two day strategic planning session at Boontjieskraal outside Kimberley this morning, Monday 12 October 2026. The high level planning session is also attended by Northern Cape Public Service Commissioner Mr. Anele Gxoyiya and representatives of National Department of Sport, Arts and Culture.

While delivering a keynote address, MEC Matika challenged his management team to secure hosting of annual Funda Mzantsi Championships which has been held in George in the Western Cape over the past 16 years. He congratulated team DSAC for its performance during the 2026 edition of the championship. He spoke of decentralizing certain functions to district offices to strengthen service delivery. MEC Matika emphasised the importance of team work and a need to finding common ground while dealing with differences “It cannot be that you spend most of your time in an environment that is not conducive.”

Head of Department Adv. Thulani Binase urged the team to use the session to capacitate district offices and remember it as one where they will choose integration over isolation. Northern Cape Public Service Commissioner Mr. Anele Gxoyiya delivered a presentation on Ethical Leadership and Management Practices, Integrity and Anti-Corruption.

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⏰12 DAYS TO GO!!!Tswelela pele.Hou aan vorentoe beweeg. Keep moving forward, keep putting in the work. Race weekend is a...
12/10/2026

⏰12 DAYS TO GO!!!

Tswelela pele.
Hou aan vorentoe beweeg.
Keep moving forward, keep putting in the work. Race weekend is almost here, Kimberley! 🔥





[MEC MANGALISO MATIKA JOINS PREMIER DR. ZAMANI SAUL DURING SOL PLAATJE GALA DINNER EVENING.]MEC for Sport, Arts and Cult...
09/10/2026

[MEC MANGALISO MATIKA JOINS PREMIER DR. ZAMANI SAUL DURING SOL PLAATJE GALA DINNER EVENING.]

MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Mr. Mangaliso Matika formed part of the Northern Cape Provincial Government delegation that attended Sol Plaatje Gala Dinner event at the Sol Plaatje University on Thursday, 08 October 2026. The glamorous ceremony was organized by SPU as part of a week long 150th year anniversary celebrations since the birth of the late Sol Thekisho Plaatje.

The fund raising event was also attended by Premier Dr. Zamani Saul who honoured the invite to deliver a keynote address. It had attracted individuals from business fraternity, community development trusts and education sector amongst others.

During his address to the crowd, Premier Saul outlined South Africa's Geopolitical historical background and how the birth of Sol Plaatje contributed towards its evolution.

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CHANCELLOR’S FOOTBALL DAY: DEVELOPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF FOOTBALL TALENTThe Northern Cape Department of Sport, Arts ...
07/10/2026

CHANCELLOR’S FOOTBALL DAY: DEVELOPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF FOOTBALL TALENT

The Northern Cape Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, in partnership with Sol Plaatje University, hosted the Chancellor’s Football Day on 7 October 2026, featuring renowned football coach Mr. Pitso Mosimane.

The interactive football development day brought together football coaches and assistant coaches from across the province for an engaging coaching workshop and practical coaching clinics. The initiative provided an opportunity for coaches to share knowledge, strengthen their coaching skills and gain valuable insights into developing young football talent.

A key highlight of the day was the launch of Mr. Mosimane’s much-anticipated book, The Youth Football Coaching Manual: A Complete Guide to Developing Young Players.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Mosimane described the book as his way of giving back to football and the community. Reflecting on his journey, he shared how football has taken him to places he never imagined and allowed him to meet extraordinary people he once thought he would never encounter.

Through his coaching manual, Mr. Mosimane hopes to inspire and equip the next generation of players and coaches, contributing to the development of South African football and helping young talent reach greater heights.

The Chancellor’s Football Day underscores the importance of knowledge sharing, mentorship and grassroots development in building a stronger sporting future for the Northern Cape and South Africa.
Develop the coach. Nurture the player. Build the future.

MEDIA STATEMENT For Immediate Release DIAMONDS AND DORINGS KIMBERLEY BIG HOLE MARATHON AIMS TO WELCOME 5 000 RUNNERS 07 ...
07/10/2026

MEDIA STATEMENT
For Immediate Release

DIAMONDS AND DORINGS KIMBERLEY BIG HOLE MARATHON AIMS TO
WELCOME 5 000 RUNNERS

07 October 2026

Kimberley is preparing to host the second Diamonds and Dorings Kimberley Big
Hole Marathon on 24 and 25 October 2026. The organising committee aims to
attract 5 000 runners across four distances.

Under the theme “Local is Lekker”, this year’s event will create opportunities for
Northern Cape businesses. Fort Joko and House of Rude designed the race
merchandise, Kathu based Limakashu is supplying the socks, and KIDJI designed
and printed the medals. The committee is also prioritising local suppliers for
branding, infrastructure and other event needs.

The marathon is expected to bring runners and supporters to Kimberley, creating
opportunities for accommodation providers, restaurants, retailers and other
businesses. It forms part of the broader Diamonds and Dorings programme, which
uses sport and culture to promote tourism, social cohesion and local economic
activity.

Affordable entry fees are intended to make the event accessible to both recreational
and competitive runners. Entry costs R100 for the 5 km, R150 for the 10 km, R220
for the 21.1 km and R350 for the 42.2 km. Every registered participant will receive a
race T shirt.

The 5 km, 10 km and 21.1 km races will take place on Saturday, 24 October. The
42.2 km marathon will follow on Sunday, 25 October. It is a qualifier for the
Comrades Marathon and the Two Oceans Marathon and will be broadcasted on
SABC Sport.

A total prize purse of R1.2 million will be on offer. Building on the inaugural event in
2025, the committee hopes to grow participation, encourage more people to join the
road running community and establish the marathon as a lasting feature of the
Northern Cape sporting calendar.
We are furthermore calling on companies and businesses to partner with us by
purchasing a waterpoint along the iconic route of the Diamond & Dorings Kimberley
Big Hole Marathon, taking place on 24 and 25 October 2026.

Waterpoints provide essential support to runners throughout the race while giving
companies an opportunity to showcase their brand, engage directly with participants
and spectators, and contribute to the success of this premier sporting event.

Companies interested in purchasing a waterpoint or obtaining further information are
encouraged to contact: Ms Pulane Pharasi @ 071 687 5051

Runners can register at www.diamondsanddorings.com

For further enquiries to the media press statement, please contact
Conrad Fortune on 079 8730679 or at [email protected]

Issued by: Diamonds and Dorings Race Committee

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