uMfolozi Municipality, under the leadership of His Worship the Mayor, Cllr Xolani Bhengu, has officially renamed the Mayoral Games in honour of Dr B.V. Mthethwa, the former Mayor of uThungulu (now King Cetshwayo District Municipality). This was done to pay tribute to Dr Mthethwa and to recognize his contribution to sports, community development, and education. He was well known for encouraging people to participate in both education and sporting activities.
Announcing the renaming of the games on 22 September 2025, Mayor Bhengu expressed his wish for the youth of uMfolozi to actively take part in the games and excel in sports, with the hope of eventually being recognized in major teams, as some from the municipality have already achieved. The tournament will take place from 26–28 September 2025 at the Siyabonga Sangweni Sports Complex.
These tournaments are expected to play an important role in developing local talent. They will serve as a platform for young players to showcase their skills and gain exposure that could open doors to professional opportunities. After the games, a selection will be made to identify players who will represent uMfolozi in the upcoming SALGA Games in King Cetshwayo.
This event will bring the community together and celebrate the achievements of local players. The Municipality hopes that the games will inspire more young people to stay active, pursue education, and work hard towards building a successful future.