Makhosazana Dlomo

Makhosazana "Khosi" Dlomo (born 2006) is a South African athlete in the sport of tent pegging. She is notable for being the first Black participant in tent pegging in South Africa and the only registered Black female competitor in the sport across sub-Saharan Africa.

Dlomo has gained recognition for her efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity in a sport traditionally dominated by white, middle-class riders.

Early life Makhosazana Dlomo was born in 2006 in South Africa.

Career Dlomo's interest in tent pegging was sparked while attending a friend's birthday party in 2013. She began competing in tent pegging as a teenager.

She competed at the 2024 World Championships in Jordan. The South African team placed fifth.

By 2025, at the age of 19, Dlomo had become South Africa's sole Black tent pegging participant and the only registered Black female competitor in sub-Saharan Africa. Her participation challenged the sport's demographic norms, as tent pegging has historically been dominated by white, middle-class riders. Dlomo's involvement has been described as bringing "fresh energy, visibility, and a fierce passion" to the sport, with a mission to grow its inclusivity and accessibility.

Impact and advocacy Dlomo's presence in tent pegging has sparked conversations about diversity in South African sports. She has been highlighted by media outlets, including the BBC and AOL, for her efforts to break barriers in a sport with limited Black representation. She has advocated for greater participation from marginalized communities, aiming to shift the perception of tent pegging as an exclusive activity.