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On 15 November 2025, the global spotlight turned to Tokyo as the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics officially opened at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium. For Team South Africa, the moment was filled with pride, unity, and national spirit as our athletes marched into the stadium waving the flag high in green and gold. This year marks a …

Team SA Marches with Pride: Reflections from the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics Opening Ceremony Read More »

Tokyo, Japan – 17 November 2025 Today marked a high-energy and emotional day for Team South Africa as four of our athletes took on the Men’s and Women’s 100m heats at the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics, held at the Komazawa Olympic Park. Competing under the guidance of coach Jackson Malindi, the athletes, Karabo Moeletsi, Obakeng Tlhako, …

Karabo Moeletsi Advances to 100m Semi-Finals at the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics Read More »

Tomorrow marks a historic moment as Team South Africa joins nations from around the world for the Opening Ceremony of the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, 15 November 2025 and will be streamed live on YouTube at: 🎥 Watch the Opening Ceremony – 16:30 (Japan Standard Time) 📍 South Africa …

Team SA to March at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics Opening Ceremony Read More »

The 2025 Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo is more than just a sporting event – it’s a powerful symbol of inclusion, resilience, and national pride for South Africa’s Deaf community. For the South African Deaf Sports Federation (SADSF), this year’s Deaflympics represents a historic milestone and a chance to write the narrative of Deaf sports in …

Why Deaflympics 2025 Matters: A Defining Moment for SADSF and South Africa’s Deaf Athletes Read More »

The South African Deaf Sports Federation (SADSF) is proud to announce the official national team selected to represent South Africa at the Deaflympics Tokyo 2025, taking place from 15–26 November 2025. After months of preparation, results submissions, athlete assessments, and dedicated training, our Deaf athletes and coaches have been selected to carry the national flag …

OfFicial Announcement: Team South Africa for the Tokyo 2025 DeaFlympics Read More »

The South African Deaf Sports Federation (SADSF) wishes to inform all stakeholders, athletes, and affiliated bodies that the official submission period for results from potential Deaflympics 2025 athletes has now closed. We extend our sincere appreciation to all athletes, coaches, clubs, and provincial federations who submitted performance data during the open period. Your dedication and …

Official Statement: Submission of Athlete Results for Deaflympics 2025 Now Closed Read More »

The South African Deaf Sports Federation (SADSF) congratulates the Gauteng Deaf Sports Federation on the election of the new Provincial Executive Committee, following a successful election process held in accordance with its constitutional mandate. This milestone marks a pivotal moment in the advancement of Deaf sports in Gauteng and across South Africa. Introducing the 2025–2029 …

SADSF Congratulates gdsf on the election of new executive committee Read More »

The South African Deaf Sports Federation (SADSF) firmly stands against all forms of harassment and abuse in the sporting community. Such harmful behaviors – whether psychological, physical, sexual, or neglect – have no place in sports and can deeply impact the well-being of athletes, coaches, officials, and all involved in sporting activities. For deaf athletes …

Standing Together Against Harassment and Abuse in Deaf Sports Read More »

In the world of sports, high-performance athletes require platforms where they can showcase their skills, compete at the highest level, and earn opportunities to represent their country. For Deaf athletes in South Africa, this platform is the National Deaf Championship (NDC). What is the National Deaf Championship (NDC)? The National Deaf Championship (NDC) is an …

What is NDC? Why It Matters for Deaf SPORTS IN SOUTH AFRICA Read More »

Handball Coach and Referee Clinic | Bloemfontein | 07 – 09 February 2025 Handball is an exciting, fast-paced sport that is growing in popularity across the world. For Deaf athletes in South Africa, the introduction of Handball represents a significant step toward inclusivity, skill development, and increased participation in competitive sports. As part of our …

How Handball Benefits Deaf Athletes – Insights from the SADSF Training Clinic Read More »