HONOR Achieves No.1 Global Smartphone Shipment Growth In 2025 

HONOR has recorded the strongest overseas shipment growth among leading global smartphone brands in 2025, reinforcing the increasing role of international markets, including South Africa, in the brand’s global performance. South Africa recorded a 66% increase in overall business performance for HONOR in this period, reflecting rising local demand for reliable, value-driven smartphones and strengthening the market’s role in the brand’s global momentum. According to third-party analyst institute Omdia, HONOR’s overseas shipments recorded approximately 55% year-on-year growth in 1Q–3Q 2025. Among the top 10 global vendors, HONOR achieved the highest overseas shipment growth rate during this period, highlighting the success

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Nedbank Cup Last 16 Draw Revealed

The draw for the Nedbank Cup Round of 16 took place at the SuperSport TV studio in Randburg this evening. There will definitely be a new champion this year after Kaizer Chiefs were eliminated by Stellenbosch FC in the Round of 32. But Amakhosi were not the only Betway Premiership side sent packing, as Chippa United, Magesi, ORBIT College, Marumo Gallants, Siwelele and Polokwane were all knocked out. However, the competition continues with some exciting ties, as Orlando Pirates will take on Casric Stars at the Orlando Amstel Arena, while Mamelodi Sundowns travel to TS Galaxy. Here is the full

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Official: PSL Coach Sacked

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Magesi FC have confirmed the departure of John Maduka and Alan Freese as his replacement. Earlier on Wednesday, Magesi PRO Abel Rakoma had stated that the club are still assessing Maduka’s situation only for the club to officially release him a few hours later. “Thank you, Coach John Maduka, for your dedication and service to Magesi FC! Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors,” the club stated. Magesi also confirmed the appointment of Freese, as previously reported by this publication. “This is to inform the public that Magesi Football Club has on this day the 11February 2026 terminated

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Zwane Makes Bold Ngwenya Claim

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AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane has made a bold claim that striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya would be the current top goal scorer in the league if he had converted most of the chances created by the side. Zwane’s comments come as the Zimbabwean forward scored the winner in Usuthu’s Nedbank Cup last 32 round clash with Polokwane City on Tuesday and progressed to the last 16 round. The goal was Ngwenya’s seventh for the side in all competitions this season with six coming in the Betway Premiership. The 23-year-old along with Iqraam Rayners of Mamelodi Sundowns are second on the top goal

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Chipezeze Compares Magesi Struggles To Man City & Barca

Magesi FC goalkeeper Elvis Chipezeze has made comparisons of his side‘s struggles in the league to European sides Manchester City and Barcelona. Magesi have found the going tough in their second season in South Africa’s topflight league currently sitting at the bottom of the Betway Premiership log with 11 points in 15 matches three points from safety. The last time Dikwena tṧa meetse got a positive result was in November last year the 1-1 draw away at Marumo Gallants. The Magesi skipper says the struggle is just a phase and if some of the biggest clubs in the world can

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Khalil On Maboe-Ndlovu Combination

Kaizer Chiefs coach Khalil Ben Youssef has complimented the midfield duo of Lehogang Maboe and Siphesihle Ndlovu saying it has given the side stability and technical quality. The two put in a good shift to help Chiefs defeat Al Masry 2-1 in the CAF Confederation Cup at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Sunday with the duo marshalling the Amakhosi midfield where they have suffered just one loss so far. Speaking after the game against the Egyptian side, Youssef also explained that when the technical team make changes that affect the two it’s because of player management to avoid injuries with

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Khune Likens Mdu’s Situation To Nkhatha

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Kaizer Chiefs talent Mduduzi Shabalala needs patience and support, according to club legend Itumeleng Khune who says his situation reminds him of Kingston Nkhatha. Shabalala, 22, is widely considered as one of the most talented players to emerge from the club’s development in recent years but has endured a love-hate relationship with sections of supporters of late. His potential has seen him become a mainstay in the Chiefs squad and make his senior international debut for South Africa, but there’s been criticism that his influence and goal contributions has not reflected in his ability he has and game time received.

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Edition 242 – Benni & Cardoso v Rulani

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The 242nd edition of iDiski Times is out now — packed with features, exclusive interviews, and powerful voices from across the football world. Matshelane Mamabolo previews the must-win final CAF Champions League group stages match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Rulani Mokwena’s MC Alger.  Rob Delport caught up with Benni McCarthy, after the release of his biography, Benni, and we also have an extract from the book, written with Mark Gleeson.  Sibongiseni Mthethwa is on the verge of a return from injury, and Lethabo Kganyago brings us the lastest on the Kaizer Chiefs midfielder. Lethabo also managed to catch up with

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Chiefs Make Soweto Derby Announcement

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Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that tickets for the upcoming Soweto Derby on 28 February have been sold out in record time. The match is even more anticipated than previously, as both teams are currently in the title race, with Orlando Pirates sitting at the top of the log with 35 points, while Chiefs are third with 30. Pirates, though, still face Marumo Gallants and Mamelodi Sundowns before the derby, while Amakhosi travel to Zamalek in the CAF Confederations Cup before hosting Stellenbosch FC. There are huge expectations from both sides, which has led to a record sale, as tickets were

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