Over 300 nominations have already been submitted for the highly anticipated 2024 Momentum gsport Awards, Africa’s premier platform for celebrating women in sport. As the 19th edition of this prestigious event approaches, the excitement in the industry is rising.

Nominations for the awards close on Women’s Day, 9 August 2024, offering the public a unique opportunity to recognise women who are making waves in the sport. This year’s theme is particularly poignant as South Africa celebrates 30 Years of Freedom, highlighting the progress and achievements of women in sport over the past three decades.

The #gsport19 campaign invites everyone to play a part in determining who will be celebrated on the gsport Awards stage in Johannesburg this September. Last year’s Momentum Athlete of the Year was awarded to Andile Dlamini, the stellar Banyana Banyana and Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper. Previous recipients include luminaries like Shabnim Ismail, Hayley Nixon, and Lara van Niekerk.

There are 20 public categories open for nominations, recognising the contributions of athletes, administrators, media, sponsors, supporters, and coaches who collectively advance women’s sport.
Kass Naidoo, founder of gsport, shared her enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to see new names emerging from all corners of the country. It’s exciting to think about new faces owning their success at the Momentum gsport Awards in September. Each year, we urge the public to nominate their community heroes who are driving women’s sport forward. These awards are about celebrating fresh talent and ensuring the tireless efforts of women in sport receive the recognition they truly deserve. This is the Power of Recognition.”