Established 2026 · Officially recognised national federation
The Slingshot Federation of South Africa (SFoSA) is the national governing body for the sport of slingshot, or kettie, shooting. We promote, develop and represent the sport for communities across the country.
On 27 August 2026, slingshot shooting was officially recognised as a sport in South Africa, a landmark moment for everyone who has helped build it so far.
SASSCo AffiliatedSouth African Shooting Sport Confederation
World Slingshot Federation AffiliatedInternational governing body (WSF)With this recognition comes the pathway to Provincial and National Colours, the formal honour awarded to South Africa's top slingshot competitors, administered under SFoSA's Colours Policy as the sport's competition calendar comes online.
Slingshot may be one of the most accessible sports there is: fun, affordable, and open to every age and every nationality. With that kind of reach, many in the sport believe it has the potential to grow into one of the largest participation sports in South Africa.
SFoSA is the recognised body authorised to represent and control the sport of slingshot shooting in the Republic of South Africa. The federation represents clubs and shooters through proper structure and recognition.
Officially affiliated with the South African Shooting Sport Confederation (SASSCo) and the World Slingshot Federation (WSF), representing the sport at national and international level.
We provide the opportunity to take part in slingshot shooting to people of every background, right across the country.
We uphold WADA and SAIDS anti-doping standards and a clear code of conduct, so competition stays fair for everyone.
From grassroots clubs to national colours, we set the standards that keep slingshot sport organised, safe and thriving.
Foster and advance slingshot shooting both inside and beyond South Africa's borders.
Organise national and provincial championships and keep official records and rankings.
Set the rules and standards that keep results consistent and fair across the country.
Carry the South African flag at international slingshot events and within the World Slingshot Federation.
Slingshot sport grows one club at a time. Every club, from a few friends shooting together to an established team, makes the sport bigger, stronger and more competitive. We want to see new clubs take root in every community and every province, and we'll help you get there.
Affiliated clubs gain official standing, and their members' results count toward national rankings and records.
Guidance and assistance on the rules and safety, so your club runs on a solid footing from day one.
Join a growing community of clubs and provincial bodies, with representation in the federation through your Provincial Body as it forms.
Affiliation opens the door to sanctioned provincial and national championships and the chance to earn colours.
You don't need much to begin. To affiliate a club with SFoSA, you'll need just a handful of basics, and we'll guide you through every step.
Start or affiliate a clubkettieklub.co.za is a free to use platform for managing your club, available to SFoSA clubs at no cost.
Visit kettieklub.co.zaWant to start or affiliate a club, or just have any questions about SFoSA or the sport of slingshot? Send us a message and we'll get back to you.