Free State Cricket Union in Solidarity with Black Lives Matter

In the true spirit of Mandela Day, it is befitting that we reinforce the diversity and togetherness of the rainbow nation.

Free State Cricket Union’s core values have always supported the drive against racism and gender-based discrimination.

President of Free State Cricket Union Ms Zola Thamae comments: “From a perspective of being the first Black Female President, I encore the views that black lives matter as I have experienced tremendous support in a male dominated sport. Today we honour our Legend Tata Madiba Mandela and it is befitting to make awareness to the world that “No matter how big the nation is, it is not stronger that its weakest people”. Together we are stronger.

We as a union are extremely proud of all our achievements and will always be led by the adopted transformation charter and enhance it as much as we can.

“Sport has the power to change the world,” Mandela said. “It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than government in breaking down racial barriers.”

May our beloved sport Cricket follow in these word of wisdom from Madiba and prosper.