Soccer in South Africa
Soccer is a popular sport fostering community and transcending cultural divides. Playground
soccer is vital for youth development.
Soccer is a team sport with 2 teams of 11 players. The objec ve is to score goals.
Originated in ancient civiliza ons, formalized in 19th-century England.
Introduced to South Africa by Bri sh colonists. It became a symbol of resistance during
Apartheid. The 2010 FIFA World Cup boosted tourism.
Playground soccer develops skills, teamwork, and communica on.
Benefits of playground soccer:
o Physical: Cardiovascular health, endurance.
o Mental: Cogni ve abili es, problem-solving.
o Social: Interac on, teamwork, coopera on, self-esteem.
Rules:
o Rectangular field with goals at each end.
o Match: Two 45-minute halves.
o Fouls: Unfair play, endangering players. Penal es result in a free-kick or penalty kick.
Yellow/Red cards can be issued.
Safety Precau ons:
1. Protec ve gear (cleats, shin guards).
2. Hydra on.
3. Warm-up & stretch.
4. Correct technique.
5. Avoid overuse; rest.
6. Know physical limits.
7. Safe surroundings.
8. Seek medical a en on if needed.
Key Terms:
o Bafana Bafana: South Africa's na onal team.
o Soccer City/Calabash: Iconic stadium in Soweto.
Soccer promotes physical, mental, and social well-being. It is an integral part of South African
culture, fostering unity.
Government Responsibili es
, Key Concept: Safe & Healthy Environment - Free from physical, chemical, biological &
psychological hazards. Includes clean air/water/food, sanita on, safe housing, healthcare.
Levels of Government & Responsibili es:
o Na onal:
Creates na onal laws & policies.
Oversees provincial & local governments.
Examples: Foreign policy, defence, na onal economic development.
o Provincial:
Adapts na onal policies to provincial context.
Makes laws specific to the province.
Examples: Hospital services, healthcare, educa on, transport, housing.
o Local (Municipal):
Provides services to the local community.
Maintains law & order at the local level.
Examples: Waste management, water & sanita on, local infrastructure.
Key Legisla on:
o NEMA (Na onal Environmental Management Act): Environmental management &
protec on.
o Na onal Water Act: Water resource management.
o Na onal Health Act: Equitable, affordable healthcare.
o Consumer Protec on Act: Protects consumer rights.
o Occupa onal Health and Safety Act: Safe working environments.
Na onal Departments:
o Health: Promotes health, prevents disease.
o Police: Maintains law & order.
o Environmental Affairs: Protects the environment.
o State Security: Ensures na onal safety.
Municipal Focus Areas (Cons tu on Sec on 152):
1. Democra c & Accountable Government
2. Sustainable Service Delivery
3. Social & Economic Development
4. Safe & Healthy Environment
, 5. Community Involvement
Municipal Responsibili es:
o Basic Services: Water, sewage, refuse removal, roads, electricity, housing,
firefigh ng.
o Other Responsibili es: Local roads, public transport, street trading, parks.
o By-laws: Local laws governing zoning, building, noise, waste, public safety.
Limita ons on Service Delivery:
o Unfunded mandates (work done for na onal/provincial without funding).
o Shortage of income (non-payment of accounts).
o Insufficient government grants.
o Poor financial management.
o Lack of suitable land.
o Poor coopera on from other government spheres.
o Remote loca on.
o Corrup on.
Skipping
Skipping is a physical ac vity involving jumping over a revolving rope, done individually or in
groups.
Benefits:
o Physical: Improves cardiovascular health, builds bone density, enhances
coordina on.
o Mental: Reduces stress, improves cogni ve func on, boosts energy.
o Social: Enhances communica on, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Safety Precau ons:
o Flat, level surface free of obstacles.
o Comfortable, suppor ve shoes.
o Appropriate rope length.
o Warm-up before, cool-down a er.
o Be aware of surroundings, avoid others.
o Stay hydrated.
How to Skip:
o Individually: Swing rope, jump rhythmically, knees slightly bent.
Soccer is a popular sport fostering community and transcending cultural divides. Playground
soccer is vital for youth development.
Soccer is a team sport with 2 teams of 11 players. The objec ve is to score goals.
Originated in ancient civiliza ons, formalized in 19th-century England.
Introduced to South Africa by Bri sh colonists. It became a symbol of resistance during
Apartheid. The 2010 FIFA World Cup boosted tourism.
Playground soccer develops skills, teamwork, and communica on.
Benefits of playground soccer:
o Physical: Cardiovascular health, endurance.
o Mental: Cogni ve abili es, problem-solving.
o Social: Interac on, teamwork, coopera on, self-esteem.
Rules:
o Rectangular field with goals at each end.
o Match: Two 45-minute halves.
o Fouls: Unfair play, endangering players. Penal es result in a free-kick or penalty kick.
Yellow/Red cards can be issued.
Safety Precau ons:
1. Protec ve gear (cleats, shin guards).
2. Hydra on.
3. Warm-up & stretch.
4. Correct technique.
5. Avoid overuse; rest.
6. Know physical limits.
7. Safe surroundings.
8. Seek medical a en on if needed.
Key Terms:
o Bafana Bafana: South Africa's na onal team.
o Soccer City/Calabash: Iconic stadium in Soweto.
Soccer promotes physical, mental, and social well-being. It is an integral part of South African
culture, fostering unity.
Government Responsibili es
, Key Concept: Safe & Healthy Environment - Free from physical, chemical, biological &
psychological hazards. Includes clean air/water/food, sanita on, safe housing, healthcare.
Levels of Government & Responsibili es:
o Na onal:
Creates na onal laws & policies.
Oversees provincial & local governments.
Examples: Foreign policy, defence, na onal economic development.
o Provincial:
Adapts na onal policies to provincial context.
Makes laws specific to the province.
Examples: Hospital services, healthcare, educa on, transport, housing.
o Local (Municipal):
Provides services to the local community.
Maintains law & order at the local level.
Examples: Waste management, water & sanita on, local infrastructure.
Key Legisla on:
o NEMA (Na onal Environmental Management Act): Environmental management &
protec on.
o Na onal Water Act: Water resource management.
o Na onal Health Act: Equitable, affordable healthcare.
o Consumer Protec on Act: Protects consumer rights.
o Occupa onal Health and Safety Act: Safe working environments.
Na onal Departments:
o Health: Promotes health, prevents disease.
o Police: Maintains law & order.
o Environmental Affairs: Protects the environment.
o State Security: Ensures na onal safety.
Municipal Focus Areas (Cons tu on Sec on 152):
1. Democra c & Accountable Government
2. Sustainable Service Delivery
3. Social & Economic Development
4. Safe & Healthy Environment
, 5. Community Involvement
Municipal Responsibili es:
o Basic Services: Water, sewage, refuse removal, roads, electricity, housing,
firefigh ng.
o Other Responsibili es: Local roads, public transport, street trading, parks.
o By-laws: Local laws governing zoning, building, noise, waste, public safety.
Limita ons on Service Delivery:
o Unfunded mandates (work done for na onal/provincial without funding).
o Shortage of income (non-payment of accounts).
o Insufficient government grants.
o Poor financial management.
o Lack of suitable land.
o Poor coopera on from other government spheres.
o Remote loca on.
o Corrup on.
Skipping
Skipping is a physical ac vity involving jumping over a revolving rope, done individually or in
groups.
Benefits:
o Physical: Improves cardiovascular health, builds bone density, enhances
coordina on.
o Mental: Reduces stress, improves cogni ve func on, boosts energy.
o Social: Enhances communica on, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Safety Precau ons:
o Flat, level surface free of obstacles.
o Comfortable, suppor ve shoes.
o Appropriate rope length.
o Warm-up before, cool-down a er.
o Be aware of surroundings, avoid others.
o Stay hydrated.
How to Skip:
o Individually: Swing rope, jump rhythmically, knees slightly bent.
