Author: Prudence Makoge
When the final whistle blew in Marrakesh today, the scoreboard confirmed a 2–0 victory for Nigeria over Algeria, but a specific moment following the second goal has become a significant point of discussion. After finding the back of the net in the 57th minute, Super Eagles striker Akor Adams celebrated by striking a distinct, motionless pose with one arm raised. According to the Soar Super Eagles team on X (formerly Twitter), the gesture was “A tribute to Patrice Lumumba, Class from Akor Adams.” The pose is a direct reference to Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, a DR Congo superfan popularly known as…
The fourth Test of this year’s blockbuster series between the Springboks and All Blacks looks increasingly likely to be staged in the United States. According to Rapport, while Croke Park in Dublin and Twickenham in London were initially viewed as leading contenders to host the historic clash, momentum has shifted towards America as administrators explore the commercial and strategic upside of cracking the US market. The exact venue has yet to be finalised, but a Stateside Test would be seen as a major statement ahead of the 2031 World Cup, which will be hosted in the USA. Rugby bosses from both…
Coco Jones made her long-awaited appearance on NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concert series this week, delivering a performance that showcased the vocal ability and stage presence that have defined her recent rise. Stepping behind the desk in a shimmering silver dress, the singer-songwriter presented a six-song set that drew heavily from her debut studio album, “Why Not More?.” Having already earned public praise from industry veterans like Beyoncé, Chaka Khan, and Babyface, Jones arrived with high expectations and a clear focus on demonstrating her range and technical control. The set began with the melodic ballad “You,” setting an intimate tone…
Match of the Day’s Dion Dublin and Rob Green analyse Antoine Semenyo’s Manchester City debut as his new side thumped League One Exeter City 10-1 in the FA Cup third round.WATCH: ‘It’s double figures’ – Manchester City score 10 as they thrash ExeterAvailable to UK users only. Source link
Photo Credit: Michael B. Jordan/Instagram Would you still choose to live with your parents even if you were financially stable and globally famous? For Hollywood heavyweight Michael B. Jordan, the answer was a resounding yes. In a recent interview with CBS Sunday Morning, the 38-year-old actor opened up about his decision to share a home with his mother and father long after he had the means to live independently. The “Black Panther” star shared that while he eventually bought his parents a house in the Los Angeles suburbs, he chose to stay there with them for a significant period. For…
The South African under-19 side recorded a comfortable 31-run triumph over Zimbabwe under-19 Women in the opening match of the Youth T20 Tri-Series at the Chatsworth Oval in Durban on Friday, 9 January 2026. The SA U19 Women posted a competitive total of 135/4 in their allotted 20 overs, with valuable contributions from captain Mieke van Voorst (35) and Karabo Meso (29). In reply, Zimbabwe fought bravely but were eventually restricted to 104/8, with Miya Lalor (2/13) and Ziya Mohanlall (2/18) leading the way with the ball for the hosts. From the gsport Newsroom Archives, December 2025 Winning the toss,…
Photo Credit: Super Eagles/Instagram Nigeria are through to the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after a confident 2–0 win over Algeria, booking their place among the last four and setting up a highly anticipated clash with hosts Morocco. The Super Eagles took control of the quarter-final after the break, with Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams finding the goals that separated the sides. After a goalless first half, Nigeria returned with more intent, and it paid off almost immediately. Two minutes into the second half, Osimhen met a long cross from Bruno Onyemaechi and guided the ball home…
Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann pinpointed several factors that contributed to his side’s chaotic 61-49 defeat to the Bristol Bears at Loftus Versfeld. The Bulls were 21-0 down after only eight minutes in a must-win Investec Championship pool match and Ackermann said the pressure of chasing the game forced his players – including senior Springboks – to play out of character. The Bulls scored seven tries of their own but ultimately suffered a seventh straight defeat across competitions. “I wish I could give you the exact answer,” Ackermann said when asked what went wrong. “Because if I look at the…
The SA Women’s hockey team and the Canada started off their five-match series in front of a good crowd at HS Menlopark in Pretoria. The match also marked senior international debuts for Laiken Brisset, Tamlyn Kock and Casey Jean Terblanche, and they ended on the right side of a 5-0 scoreline. The opening quarter was tight and competitive with both sides settling into the contest. South Africa created the better opportunities, with Thati Zulu and Tamlyn Kock going close, but the opening period ended goalless. The breakthrough came in the second quarter. Ntsopa Mokoena produced a fine pass into the circle to find Thati Zulu unmarked at the top,…
FOS ABA Centre & Creative Hub proudly marks its fifth anniversary, celebrating five years of dedicated service in neuro developmental interventions, inclusive education, and professional training grounded in both scientific excellence and compassion.Founded in December 19th, 2020, FOS ABA Centre was established with a clear purpose which is to create a safe, ethical and evidence-based space where neurodivergent children and their families are supported with dignity, empathy and hope. Over the past five years, the Centre has grown into a trusted Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Centre which provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Interventions.A…