2006 In South African Sport
'See also: 2005 in South African sport, 2006 in South Africa, 2007 in South African sport and the Timeline of South African sport.
Read more about 2006 In South African Sport: Athletics, Aquatics, Boxing, Cycling, Football (Rugby Sevens), Football (Soccer), Gymnastics, Hockey (Field), Lawn Bowls, Motorsport, Shooting, Weightlifting
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