Author: Prudence Makoge
One of Africa’s most cherished literary works is officially making its way to the big screen. EbonyLife Films has announced that the film adaptation of Lola Shoneyin’s acclaimed novel, “The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives,” is slated for a global cinema release in December 2026. This project marks a significant return to theatrical filmmaking for EbonyLife after a five-year hiatus, during which the studio focused largely on streaming titles. In an unprecedented move for the industry, the production is a collaborative effort between four African media powerhouses: EbonyLife Group, Genesis Group, Nile Group, and Silverbird Group. Speaking on the…
Match of the Day’s Mark Chapman, Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney explain why they think Thomas Frank’s time as Tottenham Hotspur manager is about to come to an end following his side’s 2-1 home defeat to West Ham.READ MORE: Was this the day Spurs fans finally lost all faith in Frank?Available to UK users only. Source link
Photo Credit: CAFOnline/Instagram Nigeria signed off their AFCON 2025 campaign on a high, edging Egypt on penalties to claim the bronze medal after a tense, goalless third-place playoff in Casablanca. After 90 tight minutes at the Stade Mohammed V, the match went straight to penalties, where Stanley Nwabali took centre stage. The Nigeria goalkeeper saved spot-kicks from Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, swinging the shootout decisively in his team’s favour. Calm finishes from Akor Adams, Moses Simon, Alex Iwobi and Ademola Lookman sealed a 4–2 win, giving Nigeria their ninth third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations and maintaining…
It was another frenetic encounter in the South Africa vs Canada Test series, ending goalless once again, but not without plenty of intensity and chances at both ends in the fourth of the five-match series at the Hoërskool Menlopark in Pretoria, Gauteng, on Friday, 16 January 2026. The match also marked a debut for Nuriyah Bell, who stepped into the international arena with confidence. South Africa earned an early penalty corner, with the first-wave running causing real problems, but Canada absorbed the pressure well. The visitors looked dangerous on the counter, although the final connection was often missing. Ntsopa Mokoena…
Referee Karl Dickson has been criticised for telling Vodacom Bulls hooker Akker van der Merwe when to “break away” from the back of a maul against Pau. Van der Merwe scored seconds later, sparking criticism on social media. Former England flyhalf Andy Goode questioned whether the English referee had crossed the line from officiating into assisting during the Investec Champions Cup clash in France, which the Bulls won 26-24. “What in the snakes is this!” Goode wrote on X while sharing a clip of the incident. “Karl Dickson refereeing, coaching and try assisting at the same time?!” ALSO: Ackers hails…
Christmas can feel so big, like we must celebrate everything at once. But this year, in malls across the country, Malta Guinness created an experience that felt truly welcoming and at the heart of it was a beautiful Christmas tree dressed in Malta Guinness cans. Next to it stood our “Realness Board.” We simply asked a question: Who has been real to you this year? Over a thousand people took part in this experience, wrote down the names of people who matter to them and shared stories of how these people were real to them. Names of mother, siblings and…
Another tight Test encounter closed out the series as South Africa and Canada again showed a deep understanding of each other’s game. Fine margins defined the contest, but this time South Africa’s women found the decisive moment, claiming a 1-0 victory to seal a 3–0 series win. South Africa looked most dangerous when Edith Molikoe was pulling the strings in midfield, and she helped drive an early attacking spell that earned the hosts the first penalty corner of the match. The opportunity went begging as execution let them down. Ntsopa Mokoena was lively early, finding good pockets of space, while…
For over a decade, ATINUDA has quietly shaped conversations at the intersection of leadership, creativity and enterprise across Africa. Now, in its sixth edition, the platform is making a deliberate shift from conference halls to curated stillness. From March 8th – March 14th, 2026, ATINUDA 6.0: The Elevation will take place in Mauritius, reimagined as an invitation-only Leadership and Creativity Retreat for Africa’s most intentional founders, executives, creatives, and ecosystem builders. This is not another conference. It is a platform evolving. From Visibility to Alignment Founded in 2015 by Ayiri Oladunmoye, ATINUDA is a Pan-African leadership, creativity, and enterprise platform established…
Rory McIlroy remains in contention to start 2026 with a tournament victory as he sits three shots behind leader Nacho Elvira with one round to play in the Dubai Invitational.World number two McIlroy carded four birdies and a bogey in a third-round 68 at Dubai Creek Resort on Saturday to lie in fifth position on five under par.Spaniard Elvira also posted a 68 to move two shots clear at the top of the leaderboard as he aims for a third DP World Tour win of his career.Shane Lowry, who shared the lead with Elvira after the second round, battled to…
You know that moment you RSVP ‘yes’ for a wedding invite and then spiral into confusion on what to wear? Well, today we’re here to let you know that it doesn’t have to be that way! Dive in because we have something truly special planned for you gorgeous ladies. We’ve put together 10 stunning #BNWeddingFlow guest looks that’ll have you serving glamour and grace throughout your special event. Think luxe fabrics, show-stopping styles, and vibrant colours. Whether you’re team maximalist or you’re going for something sleek with minimalist elegance, we’ve got you covered. The key is looking effortlessly fabulous while…