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Nestle BarOne partners with Cricket SA

Treble Secures Multi-Year Partnership Between Nestlé BarOne and Cricket South Africa

Johannesburg, Monday, 19 January 2026 – Treble has designed and secured a new multi-year partnership with NestlĂ© BarOne as the Official Snack Supplier to Cricket South Africa (CSA). The partnership aligns one of South Africa’s most established brands with South African cricket, connecting BarOne’s long-standing association with energy and endurance to the physical and mental demands of the Proteas men’s and women’s teams. As part of the agreement, NestlĂ© BarOne will deliver in-stadium fan experiences at Proteas fixtures, supported by nationwide retail campaigns. The partnership centres on BarOne’s Big Bar One Energy campaign, which celebrates moments that demand sustained focus, resilience and performance, on and off the field. Kyle Nel, Managing Director at Treble, said the partnership reflects a deliberate focus on relevance and long-term value: “This partnership was built around alignment between the brand, the audience, and the culture of cricket. Our role was to structure it so it delivers commercial value while remaining authentic to fans.” Gavin Smith, Head of Business Development at Treble, added: “Cricket remains one of the most commercially powerful platforms in South African sport. NestlĂ© BarOne’s national footprint and everyday relevance make it a strong fit for CSA, particularly when the partnership is designed to live across retail, match-day, broadcast and digital environments.” In the official announcement issued by Cricket South Africa, CSA Chief Executive Officer Pholetsi Moseki welcomed NestlĂ© BarOne to the CSA family, citing the brand’s strong portfolio, commitment to accessibility, and alignment with CSA’s values. The partnership reinforces Treble’s role as a strategic broker, working with brands and rights holders to design sponsorships that deliver commercial impact, meaningful engagement, and long-term brand value.

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Samsung partners with the United Rugby Championship

Samsung partners with the United Rugby Championship to elevate the fan experience across the Southern Hemisphere

Samsung has joined the United Rugby Championship (URC) as the Official Mobile and Consumer Electronics Partner in the Southern Hemisphere, marking a significant moment for one of international rugby’s most dynamic and fast-growing competitions. The partnership brings world-class technology into the match-day and digital experience, aligning innovation with one of the sport’s most competitive and diverse leagues. The URC’s multinational footprint — spanning Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Italy and South Africa — continues to generate strong audience growth across regions. Recent independent data shows that viewership in South Africa, one of the tournament’s fastest-expanding markets, has risen from approximately 1.5 million to more than 2.4 million over the past season. Average live match audiences across the competition have climbed by more than 60%, reflecting sustained engagement and growing global relevance. As part of the partnership, Samsung will introduce a range of new touchpoints for supporters. Central to this is the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which anchors the collaboration’s focus on AI-enhanced imaging and next-generation connectivity. The full Galaxy ecosystem — including the S Series, Z Series, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Ring — will be integrated into match-day activations to enhance how fans capture and share their experiences. A standout innovation is Samsung’s AI-powered stadium crowd-cam, a world-first initiative that blends live match footage with fan-generated content in real time. This technology showcases supporters’ reactions and celebrations as part of the URC narrative, transforming the way fans connect with the tournament. Justin Hume, Vice President of Mobile eXperience at Samsung South Africa, said: “Through the power of Galaxy devices and Galaxy AI, we’re enabling fans to connect to rugby in ways that feel immediate, personal and deeply immersive. Whether in the stadium or watching from home, Samsung’s ecosystem brings supporters closer to the action, and our shared commitment to innovation makes this partnership a natural fit with the URC.” Treble, a long-standing commercial partner to the URC in multiple markets, supported the commercial process behind the Samsung partnership. With deep experience working alongside international rights holders and leading global brands, Treble continues to help build collaborations that elevate the fan experience and strengthen the commercial ecosystem of the sport. Kyle Nel, Managing Director at Treble, said: “The URC is one of the most exciting rugby competitions in the world. It brings together diverse markets, passionate fan bases, and world-class teams — creating powerful opportunities for innovation. Samsung partnering with the URC is a strong endorsement of that momentum. We’re proud to support partnerships that elevate the fan experience and contribute to the long-term growth of the game.” Samsung’s Southern Hemisphere partnership will roll out throughout the current season, with further details to be shared as new initiatives go live across digital, match-day and broadcast environments.

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Lifesaving World Championships 2026

Nelson Mandela Bay to Host Lifesaving World Championships 2026

Port Elizabeth, South Africa – For the first time in nearly three decades, the world’s premier lifesaving event will return to South Africa when the Lifesaving World Championships 2026 (LWC 2026) takes place in Nelson Mandela Bay from 25 November to 13 December 2026. Hosted by DHL Lifesaving South Africa in partnership with the International Life Saving Federation (ILS), the championships will welcome thousands of athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and supporters from approximately 75 countries to Port Elizabeth for one of the largest international sporting events ever staged in the region. Competition will take place across Kings Beach and the Newton Park Swimming Pool, with between 3,500 and 6,000 athletes and delegates expected to participate across surf and pool disciplines during the 19-day event. The championships are projected to generate an estimated R385 million in direct economic impact for Nelson Mandela Bay through tourism, accommodation, hospitality, transport, and visitor spend, while also placing the city and South African lifesaving on a global stage. Craig van Rooyen, Director of Sport at Lifesaving South Africa, said the event represents a major milestone for both the sport and the country. “This is a landmark moment for lifesaving in South Africa and for Nelson Mandela Bay. Hosting the world championships gives us the opportunity to showcase our facilities, coastline, hospitality, and organisational capability to an international audience, while also creating meaningful opportunities for athletes and clubs across the country.” The 2026 event will mark the first time the Lifesaving World Championships has been hosted in the Eastern Cape and the first time South Africa has hosted the competition since Durban in 1996. Winston A. Meyer, President of Lifesaving South Africa, said the significance of the championships extends far beyond competition. “Hosting this championship is more than a sporting achievement; it is a statement of Africa’s readiness to stand tall on the world stage of lifesaving. It is a chance to showcase our beaches, our culture, and our people’s warmth and resilience. Unlike many other sports, lifesaving carries a deeper purpose. Every skill practised and every race contested translates into lives saved on beaches, in pools, and within communities around the world.” Meyer also thanked the International Life Saving Federation, government stakeholders, sponsors, volunteers, and the broader lifesaving community for their support in bringing the championships to South Africa. “This event will not only be remembered as a competition, but as a festival of humanity, unity, and excellence,” he said. The championships build on years of successful national events hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay and are expected to leave a lasting legacy for the sport’s development in South Africa, while giving local athletes the rare opportunity to compete against the world’s best on home soil. Further event details, including schedules and participating nations, visit the DHL Lifesaving SA website.

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Treble Secures Multi-Year Partnership Between Nestlé BarOne and Cricket South Africa

Nestle BarOne partners with Cricket SA

Johannesburg, Monday, 19 January 2026 – Treble has designed and secured a new multi-year partnership with NestlĂ© BarOne as the Official Snack Supplier to Cricket South Africa (CSA).

The partnership aligns one of South Africa’s most established brands with South African cricket, connecting BarOne’s long-standing association with energy and endurance to the physical and mental demands of the Proteas men’s and women’s teams.

As part of the agreement, Nestlé BarOne will deliver in-stadium fan experiences at Proteas fixtures, supported by nationwide retail campaigns. The partnership centres on BarOne’s Big Bar One Energy campaign, which celebrates moments that demand sustained focus, resilience and performance, on and off the field.

Kyle Nel, Managing Director at Treble, said the partnership reflects a deliberate focus on relevance and long-term value: “This partnership was built around alignment between the brand, the audience, and the culture of cricket. Our role was to structure it so it delivers commercial value while remaining authentic to fans.”

Gavin Smith, Head of Business Development at Treble, added: “Cricket remains one of the most commercially powerful platforms in South African sport. Nestlé BarOne’s national footprint and everyday relevance make it a strong fit for CSA, particularly when the partnership is designed to live across retail, match-day, broadcast and digital environments.”

In the official announcement issued by Cricket South Africa, CSA Chief Executive Officer Pholetsi Moseki welcomed Nestlé BarOne to the CSA family, citing the brand’s strong portfolio, commitment to accessibility, and alignment with CSA’s values.

The partnership reinforces Treble’s role as a strategic broker, working with brands and rights holders to design sponsorships that deliver commercial impact, meaningful engagement, and long-term brand value.

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