Author: Prudence Makoge

The Mary Dinah Foundation (MDF) is shining brightly in the October–November 2025 Forbes Africa Philanthropy Edition, where its inspiring work in community-centred development takes centre stage. Founded in 2005 by Lady Mary Dinah, the Foundation has grown into one of Africa’s leading voices on maternal health and the prevention of malnutrition across some of the continent’s most vulnerable regions. Through its Zero Hunger Program — originally implemented in partnership with USAID and now supported by the U.S. Government — MDF has delivered more than 55 million nutritious meals across Northeast Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad and Sudan. Beyond food assistance, the Foundation…

South Africa kept their Junior World Cup hopes alive with a hard-earned 2-1 victory over Ireland, a result that injects fresh momentum into the group after the disappointment of the opening match. Ireland entered the contest full of confidence after their win over Canada, and with their head coach, a former South African U21 mentor, adding another layer of intrigue to a pivotal Pool A fixture.South Africa knew a win was essential and started with real intent, creating the bulk of the opportunities throughout the first half. They forced four penalty corners before the break, moving the ball well and…

Lagos, Nigeria – The just-concluded Fashion Rave 2025 delivered a new cultural blueprint for the city, uniting fashion, music, nightlife and youth energy in a way Lagos had never experienced before. Hosted at Muri Okunola Park, the event recorded an impressive attendance of over one thousand guests, firmly establishing itself as the biggest fashion after-party in Africa. This year’s edition was a joint collaboration between Fashions Finest Africa and international Afrobeat DJ Crowd Kontroller, two powerhouses in the creative industry working to redefine how fashion events show up for a new generation. The night was headlined by internationally acclaimed Afrobeat…

1. Thierry Neuville (Belgium), Hyundai, 3 hours 21 minutes 17.3 seconds2. Adrien Fourmaux (France), Hyundai, +54.7secs3. Sebastien Ogier (France), Toyota, +1min 03.3secs4. Sami Pajari (Finland), Toyota, +1min 51.7secs5. Takamoto Katsuta (Japan), Toyota, +1min 59.9secs6. Elfyn Evans (Great Britain), Toyota, +3min 43.9secs7. Kalle Rovanpera (Finland), Toyota, +5min 31.5secs8. Gregoire Munster (Luxembourg), Ford, +7min 07.2secs9. Josh McErlean (Ireland), Ford, +8min 30.5secs10. Oliver Solberg (Sweden), Toyota, +10min 00.46ecs11. Ott Tanak (Estonia), Hyundai, +11min 04.4sec12. Gus Greensmith (Great Britain), Skoda, +10min 47.3secs Source link

Hello, fashionistas! As you get ready for your next owambe, here’s a warm reminder that you deserve a show-stopping slay — and trust us, with the inspos we’ve got for you today, you’re sure to shine bright while having the time of your life! For that touch of timeless elegance that leaves a lasting impression, we’ve curated 10 gorgeous  #AsoEbiBella looks that are nothing short of stunning. From dazzling beaded masterpieces to chic Ankara styles, there’s something here for every taste and vibe. Consider this your style treat for the week — because we definitely cooked up something special with…

The Springbok Women’s Sevens ‘A’ made a good start at the International Invitational tournament, which is part of the Emirates Dubai 7s, winning both their pool matches on Friday. In their first match of the day, the South Africans beat the LV Hammerheads by 12-10 before dismantling Sweden 20-0 in their second clash. They will face Poland and Ireland Invitational on Saturday. Shiniqwa Lamprecht In Charge of Women Boks Sevens A for Emirates Dubai Int’l It was a slow start against the Hammerheads, with an early yellow card to Leigh Fortuin not helping matters. Their opponents scored first, but then…

The Springboks will close out their 2025 international season in their alternate white jersey when they face Wales at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday. The decision to wear the kit is driven by World Rugby’s colour-blindness guidelines. South Africa wearing white has become a common sight this November. Rassie Erasmus’ men ran out in their alternate strip against both Italy and France, before Ireland opted to change kits last weekend to maintain the long-standing rugby tradition of the home team switching to the away kit. AFRICA PICKS: Bet on behemoth Boks to belt Wales in Cardiff However, that tradition will…

Another episode of the MENtality With Ebuka podcast has been released! This time, the host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Banky W, invite Timi Dakolo and Hermes Iyele to discuss masculinity and fatherhood. The MENtality With Ebuka podcast has opened conversations about men. From relationships, money, to friendships, Ebuka and Banky W have hosted guests who thoroughly dissect these topics, and they relate to men. The fifth episode is now here, and it, as usual, promises to be enlightening. So, grab your popcorn as you watch the episode via the link below: Source link

Detty December has officially begun. On November 26, media editors, cultural reporters, influencers and industry insiders gathered in Nomaada Lagos, Victoria Island for an intimate press cocktail hosted by Nigerian Breweries Plc. The event marked the official unveiling of “Legendary Christmas,” the company’s culture-defining festive agenda for 2025,  including its highly anticipated regional Beer Villages set to activate across select cities. This year also introduces Nigerian Breweries’ grand Christmas street lighting initiative, a synchronized festive illumination across six cities and seven iconic locations, covering more than 13 kilometres of glowing roads and landmarks nationwide. If you missed the reveal, here…

“It’s crazy to see where Samoa are from being close to beating us in 2023,” said Manu.”It’s tough to see.”My five brothers have played for Samoa, maybe they will say ‘go, get on the flight’!”Tuilagi played 20 league matches in Bayonne’s run to the Top 14 play-off semi-finals last season, a run of fitness that he rarely matched during his time in England.Although currently out of action with a hand injury, he believes a change of scenery has helped him avoid longer lay-offs.”I think it’s the sun and the red wine, something like that,” he joked.”Training’s intense [in England], over…