To all trainers 

Trainers are kindly reminded to prioritize effective post-race cooling and hydration of horses in the interests of both horse welfare and public perception. This is particularly important on hot days and for placed horses standing in front of the grandstand. 


Please note this notice supersedes and replace all previous NHA notices on Bisphosphonates.

Bisphosphonates is a class of drug which prevents the loss of bone density in the racehorse.

These substances are prohibited substances within the Rules of the NHA:

73.4.1 Substances capable at any time of causing an action or effect, or both an action and effect:

… 73.4.1.6 the musculoskeletal system; 


The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa (NHA) confirms the following syndicate name change, effective 10 December 2024.

  1. Hollywood Syndicate (Nom: Mr. A Delpech) will now be known as Hollywood Racing (Nom: Mr. A Delpech).
  2. Hollywood Syndicate (Nom: Mr. A Delpech) & Dreamstar Racing (Nom: Mr. Clinton Binda) will now be known as Hollywood Racing (Nom: Mr. A Delpech) & Dreamstar Racing (Nom: Mr. Clinton Binda).