Mariette Adams

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Sports Writer at The South African

My ❤️ belongs to Manchester United and sneakers. | Professional sports watcher. | Perennial pessimist. |

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Articles

How rich are South Africa's richest this Easter?

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Garrin Lambley |Nomndeni Ndlovu |Mariette Adams |Sundeeka Mungroo

It’s relatively ‘easy’ to make money – when you have money. Compound interest really is the eighth wonder of the world!The rich get richer while the poor stay poor. Money makes money – and these seven South Africans have made a lot of it over the years. And by a lot, we mean a LOT!According to Forbes’ real-time tracking of billionaires, Johann Rupert and his family are the richest in South Africa, with a net worth of $12.7 billion.
End of the road for Two Oceans Marathon as City of Cape Town pulls sponsorship?

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Garrin Lambley |Nomndeni Ndlovu |Mariette Adams |Sundeeka Mungroo

The future of the Two Oceans Marathon is in serious doubt after the City of Cape Town pulled its sponsorship of the event following a number of flagrant contraventions of conditions by the organisers of this year’s race. Organisers were on the receiving end of more criticism this year – as is seemingly the case every year – as runners took to social media in their droves to vent their unhappiness and frustration.
Ruud Krol finally breaks silence on why he left Orlando Pirates

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Eliot Mahlase |Craig Lewis |Mariette Adams |Dean Boyle

Former Orlando Pirates head coach Ruud Krol has spilt the beans on what led to his departure from the club in 2011. The Dutch coach was the man who masterminded Pirates’ iconic treble in 2011 but soon left the club. His team continued to win trophies until 2014 but things fell apart from then on until Jose Riveiro stepped in eight years later. Under the Spanish coach, the Buccaneers have lifted five trophies. Just like with Krol, Riveiro is leaving Orlando Pirates after three seasons.
Springboks - Full list: FOUR Boks injured - Update

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Dean Boyle |Craig Lewis |Mariette Adams |Garrin Lambley

Several Springboks are currently out sidelined with injuries. Some more serious than others. The Springboks will have to dig into their squad depth when the Test season returns in June. Several stars have missed large chunks of their respective seasons. Meanwhile, some Boks have unfortunately been ruled out for the season.
RIP: Kaizer Chiefs legend passes away!

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ernest Makhaya |Eliot Mahlase |Craig Lewis |Mariette Adams

Kaizer Chiefs and Vaal Professionals legend Simon ‘Bull’ Lehoko has passed away in Sharpeville. The South African understands that Lehoko passed away on Thursday mourning aged 74. The ‘Bull’ had been struggling with illnesses due to his age over the past few years. In October 2021, Chiefs donated a wheelchair to Lehoko, and it was delivered by former his teammates. At the time, Lehoko was unable to walk on his own as he had amputated his leg due to diabetes in 2016.
'Don't sign these players!'

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Craig Lewis |Mariette Adams |Garrin Lambley |Precious Simpasa

Kaizer Chiefs’ season has been filled with highs and lows, but the latest win over Mamelodi Sundowns in the Nedbank Cup this past weekend has certainly provided a glimpse of what could be possible. As the Glamour Boys and Nasreddine Nabi continue to plan for next season, they will want to carefully consider which signings could strengthen the team.
Springbok ace primed to dominate URC awards

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Mariette Adams |Eliot Mahlase |Nozibusiso Mazibuko |Dean Boyle

Springbok Jordan Hendrikse is leading the race for nominations in three categories for the looming United Rugby Championship awards for the 2024-25 season. As the Vodacom URC edges closer to crowning its champion, the winners of the URC Awards will be announced in the coming weeks. The annual URC Awards recognise excellence both on and off the field, rewarding players, coaches, and clubs for their outstanding work throughout the season and for their contribution to the success of the league.
BMA deploys senior officials to SA borders ahead of Easter holidays

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Dumani Moyo |Garrin Lambley |Mariette Adams |Yolulwe Qoshe

The Border Management Authority (BMA) has announced that it is deploying senior officials to monitor the situation at South African borders, including the Beitbridge border post, during the Easter holidays. The Beitbridge border, which links South Africa and Zimbabwe, is one of the busiest borders in the continent. According to The Herald, during the peak periods like Easter holidays, the Beitbridge border clears around 35 000 travellers a day.
Tourist goes missing in Augrabies Falls National Park

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Garrin Lambley |Mariette Adams |Yolulwe Qoshe |Sundeeka Mungroo

Police are on the lookout for a tourist from Cape Town who has been reported missing in the Augrabies Falls National Park. RELATED | Augrabies Falls National Park roaring with sound – PICTUREAccording to police spokesperson Colonel Cherelle Ehlers, the 66-year-old man disappeared after he went for a hike on Friday, 11 April after making a reservation at the park the day before. As at the time of publishing on Tuesday, 15 April, he had not been located.
When is the next Kaizer Chiefs match?

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | James Freemantle |Garrin Lambley |Siseko Gwegwe |Mariette Adams

Kaizer Chiefs have crunch clashes on the horizon as they chase Nedbank Cup glory and MTN8 qualification for next season. With the news of Royal AM’s expulsion from the PSL, all points collected against them have become null and void. As a result, the revised table sees Chiefs sit on 29 points after 23 games. Previously, they were on 30 points after 24 outings. Points mean more than games in hand at this stage of a campaign.