The South African Football Association (SAFA) and French sportswear brand Le Coq Sportif have announced the conclusion of their five-year partnership, set to officially end in December 2025.

“Launched just prior to the global pandemic, the collaboration has been defined by landmark achievements and powerful moments in South African football ” noted SAFA.

“Together, SAFA and Le Coq Sportif celebrated Banyana Banyana’s historic victory at the 2022 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and their qualification for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. A standout initiative during this period was the launch of a special-edition black kit aimed at raising awareness of gender-based violence, and it was worn Banyana Banyana as they made history by reaching the Round of 16 at a FIFA tournament for the first time.

“The partnership also championed fan engagement and creativity through the ‘Designed By You’ competition, which saw South African designer Lwazi Cedrick Ngcungama win the opportunity to design the national team jersey. This first-of-its-kind initiative reflected South Africa’s values of inclusion, empowerment, and collaboration,” added SAFA.

“Another iconic moment came with the unveiling of the silver Ivory kit, worn by Bafana Bafana during their bronze-medal campaign at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire.

“The kit symbolized innovation and a bold departure from traditional national colours. Additionally, the pink kit worn by Banyana Banyana in their high-profile match against England supported the Pink Drive campaign, raising awareness for breast cancer and showcasing football’s potential to drive social change.”