The Union of South Africa competed at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome, Italy. 55 competitors, 53 men and 2 women, took part in 46 events in 12 sports. After these Olympics, the International Olympic Committee banned South Africa from the Olympic Movement over the policy of apartheid, making these the last Olympics at which South Africa would compete until the repeal of apartheid and the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain.

Medalists

Silver

Bronze

Athletics

Men's Discus Throw

Boxing

Cycling

Five male cyclists represented South Africa in 1960.

Gymnastics

Modern pentathlon

One male pentathlete represented South Africa in 1960.

Rowing

South Africa had five male rowers participate in two out of seven rowing events in 1960.

Sailing

South Africa had two male rowers participate in Sailing events in 1960.

Shooting

Five shooters represented South Africa in 1960.

Swimming

Water polo

Group C

Weightlifting

Wrestling