Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture

“The country was delighted to see her return to the pool, but South Africa does not own her,”

Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-11

A statement from the ministry said South Africa was delighted to see Smith return to the pool but does not own her.

“Tatjana's choice belongs to her and it should not be turned into a political weapon.”

Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-11

A statement from the ministry said Smith's choice belongs to her and should not be turned into a political weapon.

“problems at Swimming South Africa”

Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-11

The Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture said it was aware of problems at Swimming South Africa.