African Icons

13/04/2026

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3 – 6 September 2026
Join us for an unforgettable experience in support of a meaningful cause. Entries opening soon, keep an eye out.

04/12/2025

🔥 DECEMBER SALE! 🔥
Our African Icons kit is officially ON SALE!

Get 25% OFF all on-bike and off-bike gear this December.
Every purchase helps us raise funds — with proceeds going directly to the families supported through the African Icons initiative.

Use code DEC2025 at checkout.
Shop now ➜ africanicons.org.za/shop

17/09/2025

Three days. Endless memories. One unforgettable cause.
Highlights from the 2025 Absa African Icons! Relive the ride that moved hearts and changed lives.

https://youtu.be/tjYKTW_1kP0

This year, the 2025 Absa African Icons takes place at the scenic Summerplace Game Reserve, celebrating exceptional African sports figures including Shaun Kee...

10/09/2025

Our 2025 African Icons, David Kinjah Kibachia, broke records and shattered expectations with jaw-dropping performances across multiple Cycling World Championships. Overnight, he went viral, landing headlines, turning heads, and even making the French newspapers. A moment that changed everything.

Full Interview: https://youtu.be/NZ6mD1dAs_A

09/09/2025

“You can’t bully your way through everything”

Working through injury and training through rehabilitation, Kyle Steyn, our 2025 African Icon, reflects on how the experience shifted his mindset. Known for his physicality on the field, the Scotland international and Glasgow Warriors captain opens up about how injury humbled him — showing that not every challenge can be muscled through. He shares the importance of slowing down, listening to your body, and giving yourself the space to heal, both physically and mentally.

Full Interview: https://youtu.be/Z4Q5Kh5HrX0

09/09/2025

Kyle Steyn, the captain of the Glasgow Warriors in the United Rugby Championship, a Scotland international player and one of our 2025 African Icons, gives us an inside look at what Derby days in Glasgow are really like. From the electric atmosphere in the stadium to the extreme rivalry on the pitch, Kyle breaks down the intensity, emotion, and passion that fuel one of the most anticipated fixtures in the rugby calendar.

Full Interview: https://youtu.be/KML4WigpPYg

08/09/2025

“This is it. This is my shot.”
Giving 110% is no easy feat—and Shaun, our African Icon, takes us through the relentless effort that goes into training long before race day. He shares why that grind matters and how pushing your limits in practice takes your performance to the next level when it really counts.

Full Interview: https://youtu.be/7G2HICj1rtQ?si=ZB4aloOJ88xPZ9fu

05/09/2025

Shaun Keeling, S.A. Olympic Silver Medalist in rowing and one of our legendary 2025 African Icons, shares his story of where it all began. From picking up an oar at 16 to standing on the podium with a silver medal at the 2016 Olympics, Shaun takes us behind the scenes, through the tough training days, the laughs, and the determination it takes to make it to the top.

Full Interview: https://youtu.be/pwDvmbJvjwQ

02/09/2025

From the first pedal stroke to the final high-five, the Absa African Icons experience was all about bringing people together. New friendships were formed, old ones rekindled, and stories shared along the way.



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02/09/2025

Another look at the exciting trails that the riders experienced at Summerplace Game Reserve. Twisty descents and playful climbs... it was nature-filled, loads of fun, and freedom in the wild rolled into one memorable ride at the Absa African Icons 2026.

Huge thanks to Dino Lloyd for capturing the spirit of the adventure so beautifully.

02/09/2025