By Levy Masiteng
The South African Football Association (SAFA) and Standard Bank have announced a four-year sponsorship agreement that is expected to bolster South African football from grassroots level to the global stage between 2026 and 2030.
The partnership was unveiled in Johannesburg by SAFA president Danny Jordaan and Standard Bank South Africa CEO David Hodnett.
The announcement comes as Bafana Bafana prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July. The national team will be based in Pachuca, Mexico, as part of their build-up.
“This partnership reflects the kind of investment that South African football needs,” Jordaan said, highlighting the importance of strong corporate backing for the country’s national teams.
Hodnett said the sponsorship aligns with the bank’s broader commitment to national development.
“For Standard Bank, the sponsorship is a natural extension of our
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