Thapelo Mpatlanyane
District 6, representing Umlazi and surrounding areas, have been crowned overall champions at the EThekwini Games Grand Finale 2025.
Hosted by EThekwini Municipality’s Sports Development and Recreation Division, the event drew large crowds and celebrated weeks of fierce competition across all city wards. The top-performing teams from each district competed in 16 sporting codes, including football, rugby, volleyball, cricket, netball, table tennis, boxing, karate, athletics, basketball, swimming, dance, chess, and indigenous games.
Chairperson of the Community Services Committee, Councillor Zama Sokhabase, commended the athletes for their outstanding performances. “The eThekwini Games reflect the incredible talent and commitment of our young athletes. Through this initiative, we aim to unearth and nurture sporting potential, while fostering social cohesion, discipline, and healthy lifestyles. EThekwini is truly a sports hub, and we are building a brighter future for our youth,” she said.
Sokhabase also applauded coaches, parents, sports federations, and councillors for their continued support of grassroots sports development.
The 2025 edition, supported by MTN and Aquelle, created an electric atmosphere as families and supporters celebrated local talent and community pride.
Final Standings:
1st – District 6
2nd – District 1
3rd – District 3
4th – District 9
5th – District 2
6th – District 10
7th – District 8
8th – District 7
9th – District 5
10th – District 4
