Government calls on South Africans to unite behind Banyana Banyana

Government calls on all South Africans to continue supporting Banyana Banyana as they take on Morocco, host country of WAFCON 2026, in the quarter-finals on Saturday (08 August 2026) at 22:00 (CAT).

Government encourages all South Africans to unite behind the team and celebrate how far they have come. Their courage, determination and resilience have inspired the nation and demonstrated that South Africa can compete with the very best on the global stage.

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Deputy Minister Morolong leads the Western Cape launch of the Milestones of Freedom Campaign: 10 to 11 Aug

The Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Mr Kenny Morolong, will lead the Western Cape launch of the Milestones of Freedom Campaign from 10 to 11 August 2026 in Cape Town, together with provincial and local government leadership.
 
The Western Cape leg of the campaign follows successful launches in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and Northern Cape. It forms part of government’s nationwide programme to commemorate the defining milestones of South Africa’s democratic journey.
 
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Government congratulates Banyana Banyana on their WAFCON 2026 victory

Government congratulates Banyana Banyana on their outstanding victory over Burkina Faso in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026, a remarkable achievement that once again affirms South Africa's place among the continent's footballing giants.
 
The team represented South Africa with dignity and pride. Throughout the tournament, the team displayed discipline and fighting spirit that have become synonymous with South African sport. 
 
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Deputy Minister Kenny Morolong launches Milestones of Freedom Campaign at UMfolozi TVET College: 6 Aug

Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Mr Kenny Morolong, together with provincial and local leadership, will on 6 August 2026 lead the launch of the Milestones of Freedom Campaign at UMfolozi TVET College in the iLembe District Municipality, KwaDukuza.
 
Members of the media are invited to cover the event as per the programme below:
 
Part 1: 09h30 – Groutville United Congregational Church of Southern Africa
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Deputy Minister Morolong leads engagement with KwaZulu-Natal Executive Council to strengthen government communication and nation branding: 5 Aug

The Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Kenny Morolong, will lead a delegation from the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA), and Brand South Africa (Brand SA), during an engagement with the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Executive Council on the coordination of government communication, nation branding, and community media support in the province.
 
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