Note to Broadcasters: Please find linked soundbites in English and Afrikaans by Wolfgang Wallhorn MPL.
The DA calls on the provincial government to prioritise the revitalisation of key stadiums, such as the iconic but neglected Mmabatho Stadium.
This after Orbit College Football Club was promoted into the Betway Premier Soccer League (PSL) yesterday with their 1-0 victory over Cape Town City.
Crucially, this moment must catalyse urgent infrastructure renewal in the North West. Upgrading these facilities will not only benefit teams from Orbit College but especially unlock economic opportunities by creating jobs in both the formal and informal sectors, foster grassroots talent development, and restore pride in community sports infrastructure.
Orbit College’s achievement should remind the North West provincial government of its duty to invest in sports development, ensuring that talent is nurtured, infrastructure is maintained, and opportunities are accessible to all.
We proudly congratulate Orbit College Football Club on this remarkable achievement, and will monitor the Department’s commitments closely, ensuring that public resources are used effectively to bolster the team’s competitiveness at the national level.
The DA’s opportunity, accountability, and delivery principles are the basis that will drive real progress in South African sports and beyond.