When Saskia Jantjes stepped onto the mat at the World Kickboxing Association World Championship, she carried the hopes of South Africa and the University of Cape Town into the ring, reports Cape {town} Etc. Jantjes could not attend UCT’s Sportspersons of the Year ceremony in 2025 as she was competing internationally at the time. Cape {town} Etc Discount Alert! UCT Sport has welcomed her achievement, noting that student athletes competing internationally help broaden participation in emerging codes. Originally from the East Rand, the 22-year-old is completing her community service year in Limpopo and hopes to return to Cape Town in 2027.