[1] It was won by defending champions Orlando Pirates, who defeated Mamelodi Sundowns 2–1 in the final.
After a preliminary round featuring eight games between teams from the National First Division and eight games from the SAFA Second Division, the 16 winners joined the 16 teams from the Premiership to enter the main draw.
[2] SAFA Second Division team Crystal Lake FC qualified after defeating Middleburg United 1–0 in the preliminary round.
However, Middleburg appealed, claiming that Crystal Lake's physio was incorrectly listed on their teamsheet.
Middleburg's appeal was dismissed, and Crystal Lake went through to the main draw.