KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli officially closed the 8th SALGA KZNDSAC Games hosted in eThekwini. The event, held under the theme ‘Where Champions Are Made’ brought together athletes from all 10 districts and the metro, showcased sporting excellence, community spirit, and the power of sport to foster social cohesion and economic growth.
Premier Ntuli congratulated all participants for their dedication and sportsmanship, emphasising the role of sport in uniting communities and uplifting young talent across KwaZulu-Natal. He commended the eThekwini Municipality for its excellent hosting and praised the games as a platform for uncovering hidden talent and promoting economic activity in the province. Ntuli, has commended all districts for their commitment to excellence, underscoring the significance of this event in fostering sportsmanship and community pride.
At the start of the games, Team Amajuba were fired up and ready to make their mark. The Mayor of Amajuba District, uMntwana Ndabuko Zulu has expressed his unwavering support for Team Amajuba, with Zulu and the councillors of the Amajuba District rallying the district to stand behind athletes as they strive for greatness across the fields and courts. Adding to this unwavering support, the Acting Municipal Manager of Amajuba District Municipality, Mr. T. Dube, stepped away from the desk to join the athletes on the ground. His visit to the various sporting codes as they prepared to carry the hopes and pride of the Amajuba District into competition.
The support paid off and Amajuba District is pleased to announce Team Amajuba has collected enough medals and points to be announced amongst the best Top 3 performing districts this year. Team Amajuba delivered notable performances, particularly in the relay events, where the boys Under 17 and Under 18 teams claimed gold medals, while the Under 19 Girls earned silver—solidifying the district’s place among the top contenders.
Mayor of Dannhauser District Municipality Bongani Radebe congratulated team Amajuba on their success, he said: “Dannhauser Municipality extends a massive congratulations to Team Amajuba for their outstanding performance in the Relay competitions at the SALGA KZN DSAC Games.”
While the soccer team narrowly missed out on the finals, the epic clash in their final match at King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi was attended by Dube and councillors from the Amajuba district who would like to congratulate the team on their hard-fought effort.
“The 8th SALGA Games were more than just a sporting event, they were a celebration of unity, resilience, and hope for a brighter future in KwaZulu-Natal. These games have reminded us that through sport, we can inspire new hope, foster inclusion, and build a stronger KwaZulu-Natal,” said Premier Ntuli.
Amajuba District Municipality extends its sincere thanks to the councillors, technical officials, and representatives from federations and partner municipalities for their unwavering support throughout the games.
