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Fourways Review
citizen.co.za > fourways-review > news-headlines > 03/01/2026 > sunnighill-athletes-shine-at-bjj-kids-comp

Sunnighill athletes shine at BJJ Kids Comp

7+ hour, 51+ min ago  (271+ words) Close to 60 children, juniors, and teens stepped onto the mats this weekend to compete in a no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) tournament hosted at QuanWessels Academy in partnership with the Tribe Martial Arts Foundation. According to coach Guy Lazarus from QuanWessels…...

South Coast Herald
citizen.co.za > south-coast-herald > south-coast-fever > 01/14/2026 > honours-for-karate-students

Honours for Port Shepstone karate students

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (88+ words) Port Shepstone Shotokan Karate Club held its year-end grading and championship awards recently. Under the guidance of Shihan Frank Moodley, students were recognised for their sterling work and commitment. Students excelled in local and international championships which included the Commonwealth…...

Germiston City News
citizen.co.za > germiston-city-news > sports-news > 01/14/2026 > tibane-contines-2-year-undefeated-streak

Local karate star shines on national and international stage

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (705+ words) What began as a simple quest to stay fit has taken Duduzile Tibane across borders and onto the world stage. The 26-year-old Katlehong-born rising karateka is redefining what is possible through discipline, perseverance and faith. A proud SA karate athlete,…...

Benoni City Times
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NWS senior instructor grades to seventh dan

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (498+ words) Sensei Janien Potgieter never imagined herself wearing a seventh-degree black belt. But when that long-held dream became a reality at her grading in December, the moment left her overwhelmed with emotion. A karateka of 37 years, Potgieter said the historic milestone…...

The Citizen
citizen.co.za > heidelberg-nigel-heraut > news-headlines > local-news > 01/05/2026 > nigel-sensei-changes-lives-through-karate

Nigel Sensei builds stronger communities through karate

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (355+ words) Inspired by the powerful life lessons portrayed in classic martial arts films such as The Karate Kid, Sensei Leon Gagiano (53) from Nigel has transformed a childhood passion into a purpose-driven journey that is shaping confident, disciplined, and resilient individuals in…...

Letaba Herald
citizen.co.za > letaba-herald > sports-news > 12/06/2025 > young-namakgale-karate-star-earns-national-wins

Young Namakgale karate star earns national wins | Herald

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (385+ words) LIMPOPO " At just 20 years old, Amani Dihangwane from Haniville in Namakgale has made a name for himself in the world of karate, racking up wins in tournaments across the country and earning the respect of fellow competitors. Known in his…...

Randfontein Herald
citizen.co.za > randfontein-herald > sports-news > 11/18/2025 > spartans-karate-celebrates-record-grading-success

Students shine as Spartans Karate marks major milestone

3+ mon, 1+ week ago  (285+ words) Spartans Karate Club's students demonstrated exceptional discipline and perseverance during the second annual grading, marking another successful milestone for the club this year. The grading took place in October at Glenharvie Combined Primary School, where students showcased their skills in…...

Southern Courier
citizen.co.za > southern-courier > sports-news > 11/16/2025 > spartans-karate-club-celebrates-outstanding-success-at-annual-and-national-gradings

Spartans Karate Club celebrates outstanding success at annual and national gradings

3+ mon, 2+ week ago  (263+ words) Spartans Karate Club proudly hosted its second annual grading at Glen Harvie Combined Primary School in the West Rand District. The event showcased discipline, perseverance, and skill as students demonstrated their abilities in kihon, kata, and kumite. Martin Venter, Spartans…...

Springs Advertiser
citizen.co.za > springs-advertiser > news-headlines > 11/12/2025 > local-karate-stars-bring-home-medals

KWF Springs Karate Club dominates friendly championship

3+ mon, 2+ week ago  (110+ words) KWF Springs Karate Club members recently participated in a friendly competition at Brakpan Indoor Sports Centre, where they delivered outstanding performances. The championship was organised by sensei Chris Anthony. "I am very proud of everyone who participated; they did very…...

Fourways Review
citizen.co.za > fourways-review > news-headlines > 11/10/2025 > fourways-warrior-strikes-gold-on-the-karate-world-stage

Fourways warrior strikes gold on the karate world stage

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (273+ words) Twelve-year-old karateka Vian Hanekom, a learner from Crawford International Fourways, has proven that dedication and determination pay off, returning home from the International Combat Organisation World Championship with one gold and two bronze medals to his name. Representing Karate South…...