Author: Prudence Makoge
The Blitzboks claimed their second title of this season’s SVNS series after a tense victory over arch-rivals Fiji in the Perth final. South Africa backed up their win in Cape Town in December with a 21-19 win over the islanders to set right the wrongs from Singapore last week. The performance was especially satisfying after having lost 20-14 in the pool stage on Saturday. The Blitzboks struck first after capitalising on an early Fijian error. Tristan Leyds pounced on a loose ball and surged down the left before feeding Ryan Oosthuizen, who finished off the move for a converted try…
Ready to settle into something new? There’s fresh music in town, and SND LAB and Star Baba Jay are behind it. Their new single, “For Your Love,” leans into an easy, mid-tempo sound that sits between contemporary Afrobeats and R&B. From the first few seconds, the track keeps things measured, with SND LAB setting the pace through a steady rhythm and layered instrumentation that unfolds gently as the song progresses. Star Baba Jay carries the song with a vocal delivery that feels close and intentional. He sings about devotion and emotional openness, taking his time with the lyrics and letting…
Photo Credit: Chioma Adeleke/Instagram Chioma was a beauty to behold in black at the 2026 Grammys, an evening that gave us plenty of looks — and awards, of course — to talk about. Walking alongside Davido, she kept things striking yet considered, choosing a look that drew you in the longer you looked. Now, if you’re wondering who designed the dress, how it came together, and what exactly Chioma wore to the Grammys, we’ve got all the details for you. Starting with the dress, Chioma stepped out in a custom creation by Vietnamese designer Nguyen Cong Tri. The midi-length gown…
Kaizer Chiefs have reached the midway point of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season with their campaign still finely balanced. 15 league matches are complete, and with domestic and continental cup fixtures added, Amakhosi have already played 25 games in all competitions. Also read: Kaizer Chiefs manager Motaung shares 2026 goals Despite fluctuating results under co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, a clearer picture has revealed which players have been Amakhosi’s most important. KAIZER CHIEFS’ MOST IMPORTANT PLAYERS Only two players have featured in all 25 matches this season. Mduduzi Shabalala and Zitha Kwinikha have been ever-present across the Betway…
Photo Credit: Ebuka Obi-Uchendu/Instagram When we’re about to clock ten years in marriage, we might all need to take a page from Ebuka Obi–Uchendu’s playbook. Fancy a new set of rings to mark a decade together? Ebuka just showed us one very thoughtful way to do it. The media personality and popular Big Brother Naija host shared a carousel from Rome and Vatican City, and tucked inside it was a moment that stopped us mid-scroll. In the video, Ebuka drops to one knee in St. Peter’s Square, dressed in a clean white traditional outfit and sunglasses, ring box in hand.…
The sprint towards the business end of the Hollywoodbets Pro20 Series intensifies this Sunday as South Africa’s premier domestic T20 competition resumes. With the log standings revealing a chasm between the frontrunners and the chasing pack, this weekend’s double-header at Newlands and SuperSport Park offers a critical opportunity for contenders to secure their footing on the road to the final. World Sports Betting Western Province currently sets the pace at the summit of the standings, remaining the team to beat with 23 points from five matches. Their unblemished record has given them a narrow net run rate lead over second-placed…
Ireland have dropped to their lowest World Rugby ranking in nearly four years. A 36-14 defeat to France in Paris on Thursday night saw the Irish slip to fifth – a position they last occupied in March 2022 – with Les Bleus climbing to fourth. Italy and Scotland also swapped places following the Azzurri’s 18-15 win in Rome on Saturday, with the Scots dropping to 10th. MORE: Townsend expects criticism after latest loss Third-ranked England did not gain any ranking points despite thrashing 11th-ranked Wales 48-7 at Twickenham, due to the 15.18-point differential between the teams. World Rugby rankings (Top…
There’s a certain feeling that washes over you when you step into a space that smells just right. Before you’ve taken in the décor or exchanged pleasantries, the scent has already spoken, it’s familiar, comforting and quietly luxurious. That was the mood at Isibhaho’me’s Scent Collection Launch, an intimate gathering that introduced guests to a brand redefining how fragrance lives in our spaces. Held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Socialiase Studios in Lagos, the launch felt less like a traditional product unveiling and more like an invitation into a carefully curated home. Soft conversations flowed through the room, cocktails…
South Africa’s men won two of their three matches in Pool A at the Perth Sevens, the latest stop on the HSBC SVNS circuit, on Saturday. In doing so they qualified for the semi-finals where they will play Australia. The other semi-final will see Fiji take on New Zealand. Hosts Australia ensured a perfect three-from-three wins when they beat New Zealand, France and Great Britain. SOUTH AFRICA 33 SPAIN 14 Philip Snyman’s men fought back from 14-12 down at HBF Park to triumph. South Africa went 12-0 up before Spain scored a converted try on the first half hooter (12-7).…
In a bid to promote Trade, Talent and Culture across Africa, stakeholders across the public and private sector met in Lagos on the 3rd of February 2026 ahead of the maiden edition of the African Connected Through Trade, Talent & Culture Festival (ACFTA Fest). ACFTA Fest is a landmark three-day Pan-African celebration designed to bring the continent’s vibrant cultures, bold innovators, and sporting legends together under one roof in Abuja, Nigeria. Rooted in the vision of uniting Africa through trade, talent, and culture, the festival blends creative expression with entrepreneurial energy and athletic pride to create a dynamic space…