Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Officially Opens in South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa, 22 October 2025 - The City of Cape Town has officially launched the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour, marking the first time this prestigious global event is being hosted on South African shores. The opening ceremony took place at the picturesque Grand Africa Café and Beach, attended by dignitaries, sponsors, athletes, media, and influencers united by a shared goal of growing volleyball in Africa.

President of South African Sports Confederation Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SASCOC) Barry Hendricks, City of Cape Town Alderman JP Smith, President of Volleyball SA Anthony Mokoena, Head of African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB) Bouchra Hajij, President of Western Cape Volleyball Federation Dr. Ismail Teladia, Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, Founder & CEO of The Connected Group Anna K. Marais Photographer: Elvis Nyelezi

From 22 to 26 October 2025, the iconic Camps Bay Beach will be transformed into a vibrant sporting arena, where 96 athletes from 48 countries will compete for international glory. The five-day event promises world-class volleyball action, a dynamic beach festival atmosphere, and a celebration of sport, culture, and community. The Cape Town – Camps Bay edition marks the beginning of a five-year hosting partnership, reinforcing the city’s position as a premier global sporting destination.

Speaking at the launch, Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Ricardo Mackenzie, underscored the importance of investing in grassroots sports development:

“As the Western Cape Government, we are proud to support this event and the investment in volleyball, especially in schools. Our school sport strategy, set to launch soon, will be the first of its kind in South Africa. Great athletes don’t just appear on the beach; they begin in classrooms and school fields. By strengthening school sport, we are laying the foundation for the next generation of Olympians and world-class athletes.”

Anna K. Marais, Founder and CEO of The Connected Group, a strategic partner of the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour, spoke on the broader impact of sport:

“Sport unites communities and changes lives. South Africa continues to prove what’s possible with limited resources. Imagine what could be achieved with greater investment in talent, infrastructure, and the business of sport. The potential for economic growth, job creation, and social upliftment is immense.”

 

About the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour

The Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour is the leading professional beach volleyball circuit for both men and women, sanctioned by Volleyball World and the Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB). A win on this tour is among the sport’s highest honors, ranking just below the World Championships and the Olympic Games.

Spectators can look forward to an unforgettable experience blending high-energy matches with beachside entertainment, live DJ performances, local food vendors, and family-friendly activities. The event will showcase Cape Town’s natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and reputation for world-class hospitality to a global audience.

All matches will be broadcast live on SABC Sport and SABC+, bringing the excitement to fans across South Africa and beyond.

The event is proudly sponsored by Telkom.

Event Information

• Dates: 22 – 26 October 2025
• Location: Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town
  Tickets:
• General Access: R150 – R500 via Ticketmaster
• VIP Hospitality: R1500 – R3000 via beachprotourcapetown.co.za

Come for the sport, stay for the sunshine, and join the global celebration of beach volleyball in Cape Town.