Author: Prudence Makoge
The Baby Proteas earned South Africa a first ever semi-final spot at the 2025 Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar by beating the Cook Islands 79-45. They will now face off against four-time world champions Australia. Cook Islands were quick to get off the mark hoping to catch South Africa off guard – this plan seemed to work temporarily however the Baby Proteas recovered with speed, settled and found their feet. At the end of the opening quarter, the Baby Proteas were 18-13 up. In the second quarter, South Africa steadily pulled away from their opponents, putting pressure on Cook…
L-R Seun Adaramola, Director Marketing, Visa West Africa, Tareq Muhmood Visa’s Regional President CEMEA, Farooq Oreagba, Campaign Ambassador, Aminata Kane, Visa’s Senior Vice President, Group Country Manager CEMEA, and Andrew Uaboi, Vice President & Cluster Head, Visa West Africa at the Visa Affluent Rewards Program launch event at Ikoyi, Lagos Nigeria. Visa has launched the Visa Affluent Rewards Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative for Nigeria’s premium cardholders. This exclusive collection of local rewards, elite privileges, and lifestyle benefits is a grand celebration of luxury brought closer to home. The program seamlessly connects affluent Nigerians with experiences that reflect their ambitions and…
Kaizer Chiefs have released over a dozen players. Here’s who they are playing for now. Kaizer Chiefs released these 13 players in the recent transfer window. So, let’s take a look at who they will be playing for this season. CONFIRMED CHIEFS EXITS AND WHO THEY’VE SIGNED FOR Ranga Chivaviro (Al-Adalah) Njabulo Blom (Nam Dinh FC) Sabelo Radebe* Edmilson Dove (Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi) Mduduzi Mdantsane* Yusuf Maart (SV Reid) Tebogo Potsane (Siwelele FC) Bongani Sam* Edson Castillo* Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi (TS Galaxy) Xolani Cossa (Black Lion, on loan) Samkelo Zwane (Siwelele FC, on loan) Happy Mashiane (Siwelele FC, on loan) *Free agents.…
South Africa’s most capped Springbok Women’s player, Nolusindiso Booi, has called time on her playing days, in an emotional farewell that brings the curtain down on a trailblazing and pioneering career. “This is an emotional moment for me as I say goodbye to a game that has been a huge part of my life for the past 15 years. Rugby has shaped who I am, taught me discipline, teamwork, resilience, respect, and to stay humble all the time.” “I am grateful for that. I have made memories, friendships that will last a lifetime, and I am totally grateful for every…
Since the release of her debut EP in 2021, Ayra Starr has cemented her place as one of the most internationally acclaimed African artists of her generation. In under five years, she has grown into the star she named herself, collecting milestones that many spend decades chasing. A Grammy nominee, MTV Europe Music Award nominee, Billboard Music Award nominee, and most recently, winner of the 2025 BET Award for Best International Act, Ayra continues to prove that her talent flows effortlessly, and as she sings in “Rush”, e dey rush. Beyond awards, she has graced some of the world’s biggest…
Coach Felipe Contepomi has made three changes to Argentina’s pack for Saturday’s match against the Springboks in Durban, with a 6-2 split on the bench. Pablo Matera returns to the starting lineup at blindside flank after featuring off the bench against the Wallabies in Sydney, while Lucas Paulos and Franco Molina come into the second row. Pedro Rubiolo and Guido Petti drop to the bench, where they’ll be joined by loose forward Juan Martín González. The backline remains unchanged, with Santiago Carreras steering the side at flyhalf. Contepomi has stacked his bench with six forwards and just two backs, a…
Photo Credit: Tobe Ugeh/Instagram You can almost feel the joy through the screen! Tobe Ugeh has just graduated from law school and, in true BN-worthy fashion, he shared photos and a video capturing his big day. Dressed in a full traditional barrister outfit — a black court gown, white collar bands, and the classic horsehair wig — Tobe looked every bit the part as he officially marked his call to the Bar. The video he shared is a beautiful blend of preparation and celebration. It starts with his neatly laid-out essentials — shiny black shoes, a watch, and cologne —…
Christian Sadie’s impressive run at the World Para Swimming Championships in Singapore continued on Thursday when he added another bronze medal to his haul. The 27-year-old finished third in the S7 50m butterfly in 30.11 seconds, with Ukraine’s Andrii Trusov taking the gold in 28.95 seconds and Colombian Carlos Daniel Serrano Zarate securing silver in 29.46. That brings Sadie’s current collection at these championships to three after winning silver in the SM7 200m individual medley in African record time on the first day of competition, and bronze in the S7 100m backstroke. “I’ve been quite ecstatic,” said a thrilled Sadie after his…
The latest edition of TALP X took place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, reaffirming its place as one of Nigeria’s most anticipated creative showcases. Hosted by Terra Academy for the Arts (TAFTA), the quarterly gathering offered an inspiring mix of bold storytelling, powerful performances, and socially conscious conversations that left the audience deeply moved and wanting more. From 3 pm to 5 pm, TAFTA participants took center stage with two beautiful productions that blended theatre, comedy, and music. Each performance reinforced TALP X’s mission as a platform that transforms classroom learning into real-world stage experiences.The…
Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt struck 122 as England beat India by 152 runs in the first of their two warm-up matches before their World Cup opener next week.In a pre-tournament boost to her side, Sciver-Brunt hit 13 fours and two sixes in Bengaluru before retiring out after 105 balls to give others a chance to bat.Emma Lamb made a 59-ball 81 at number five in England’s impressive 339-9 while opener Amy Jones hit 39 and Heather Knight 37.Jones’ opener partner Tammy Beaumont was bowled by Renuka Singh in the first over for a three-ball duck, however, and Danni Wyatt-Hodge caught for…