Netball World Cup: Challenging Run for African Teams

South Africa’s Netball World Cup challenge faltered when they suffered a humiliating 67-49 loss to Jamaica, placing them in a difficult position. Zimbabwe’s defeat all but confirmed their placement in the bottom four matches of the tournament. The stage is now set for the 2023 Netball World Cup in Cape Town, where South Africa will face Wales. With the tournament set to begin on July 28, South Africans are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the SPAR Proteas squad. The Netball World Cup is predicted to contribute approximately R68 million to Cape Town’s economy. Netball has a rich history in South Africa, dating back to 1917. Despite not being the favorites, South Africa can count on the support of their country to pursue their ambitious goals in the tournament. Meanwhile, Uganda’s She-Cranes secured a fifth-place finish, leaving South Africa to settle for sixth place. The championship was ultimately won by Australia.