The Union of South Africa competed at the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm, Sweden.

Godfrey competed in one event, placing fifth in his quarterfinal of the 400 metre freestyle and not advancing to the semifinals.

Walter Gate, who had also been South Africa's only fencer in 1908, competed in all three weapons and was defeated in the first round of each competition.

They met in the final of the singles tournament, with Winslow taking the championship and Kitson winning silver.

Tapscott, competing in the singles only, advanced to the round of 16 before losing to an eventual semifinalist.