The South African Cricketers’ Association (SACA) concluded its Annual General Meeting (AGM) yesterday in Johannesburg. Khaya Zondo was re-elected President for a two-year term that will conclude in 2026. Zondo’s re-election was uncontested, reflecting the confidence and support of SACA’s membership.

The AGM provided a platform for players to engage in constructive dialogue about the future of cricket in South Africa.

During the AGM, SACA CEO Andrew Breetzke provided an update on the current state of cricket, both domestically and internationally. Breetzke emphasised the importance of strong player leadership in advocating for players.

Breetzke also presented the SACA strategy for the future. The focus will be on strengthening the collective player voice, advocating for a better game, and strengthening the SACA players’ relationships within the cricket environment. The importance of maintaining a constructive working relationship with Cricket South Africa was also highlighted. 

Players also discussed the impact of the SA20 league on the domestic landscape and the introduction of the new women’s domestic league.

Breetzke highlighted the hard work being done under the Player Plus programme, including the various research projects and workshops to further enhance players’ well-being. Furthermore, it was reported that 75% of players are recognised as being dual career-ready and that 52% of current players have benefitted from a SACA bursary.

“We would like to congratulate Khaya on his re-election. His term as President has been prosperous, and we would like to thank him for his service as President to date. In addition, I would like to thank all players who attended the AGM for their valuable contributions and commitment to the future of the game. SACA is in a healthy position, and we look forward to another successful year ahead,” concluded Breetzke.