Author: Prudence Makoge
A team of 14 South Africans will dive into action as the swimming programme gets underway at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore on Sunday. Leading the way for the South Africans will be Pieter Coetzé, who travelled directly to Singapore from Germany, where he was representing the country at the World University Games. The Tuks psychology student left the Games with three medals after taking gold in the 50 and 100m backstroke and silver in the 100m freestyle. He was particularly pleased with the times he swam, dipping under 48 seconds for the first time in the 100m freestyle…
Chivas Regal, the iconic blended Scotch whisky, gave a masterclass in craftsmanship, and refined taste at The Chivas Palace Abuja. Guests were welcomed with an intimate, guided whisky tasting and education session led by Cameron Piper, Chivas Regal Brand Ambassador and Whisky Connoisseur, and Excel Joab, a charismatic whisky enthusiast known for his engaging approach to tasting and education.The guided whisky session was the first stop on the evening’s immersive journey, with guests being led in small groups through a multi-sensory exploration of Chivas 18. As Cameron spoke, the Chivas story unfolded like a heritage film, beginning in Aberdeen, Scotland,…
Orlando Pirates supporters have begun to feel excited for Relebohile Mofokeng’s anticipated move abroad, and Benedict Vilakazi feels no different. The 20-year-old from Sharpville had another quality season for Orlando Pirates with 12 goals and 15 assists in 49 games, earning recognition as one of South Africa’s most promising young talents. His dynamic performances in the Betway Premiership since his promotion in May 2023 have attracted several European clubs. Among the suitors are Rangers in Scotland, Wolverhampton Wanderers in England and Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ettifaq. BENEDICT VILAKAZI ON RELEBOHILE MOFOKENG AND ORLANDO PIRATES Time and TV channel: Kaizer Chiefs vs Asante…
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Hey guys, the weekend is upon us, and we bet you know what time it is! 😍 In case you’re yet to figure it out, it’s time to sit back, relax, and relish all the beauty of love! Today, we’ve compiled a truckload of amazing features from the BellaNaija Weddings zone to make your weekend even more exciting. From heartwarming love stories and dreamy wedding moments to captivating bridal inspo and stylish guest looks, there’s something for everyone. So grab your popcorn (or your favorite snack 😉), and get ready to soak in all the love, style, and sweetness we’ve…
Team SA went into Saturday’s action at the World University Games in Germany with a total of 16 medals. The two stars of the squad so far have been swimmer Pieter Coetze and athlete Bayanda Walaza, both who have won double gold. Swimming and athletics had both won eight medals heading into day 10. ATHLETICS Men’s half-marathon, final: Phemelo Ntoe and Lehlolonolo Lusiti Men’s 800m, semi-final: Christopher Swart Men’s 4x400m relay, heats: Team SA Women’s high jump, final: Kristi Snyman Women’s javelin, final: Jana van Schalkwyk Women’s 4x100m relay, heats: Team SA Women’s 4x400m relay, heats: Team SA ROWING Men’s…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) on Thursday, 17 July 2025, announced some additional significant impact initiatives aimed at further breaking down barriers to access to quality education for Nigerian youths, enhancing skills development, and boosting job prospects for loan beneficiaries upon graduation from school. Announcing these initiatives during the maiden hybrid media engagement held in Abuja with journalists in Lagos connected virtually, Managing Director/Chief Executive of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, said the agency was working with the Federal Ministry of Education, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), and National Board for Business and Technical Education (NBBTE) to ensure the successful…
Monnapule Saleng will wear an Orbit College jersey next season. The latest sounds coming from the player suggest his Orlando Pirates adventure is over. 27-year-old winger Saleng has been out of the picture for the Sea Robbers and hasn’t played a single game for them in 2025. His loan move to Orbit College sees him reunite with some old friends. Details: Saleng returns to Orbit College ‘Nkota is already a better player after leaving Pirates’ Saleng on his return to Orbit College Monnapule Saleng sounds bullish and happy about a change of scenery after a difficult 18 months with Orlando…
Lagos was moving mad. That’s how Ada could describe it. Not because Lagos did anything new, but because the tension became overwhelming. The hustle, traffic and busyness of how everybody seemed to be in an unseen competition. Ada had had enough. She decided to take a quick break. Nothing dramatic. Just a space for her to breathe. She would go to Ilorin, spend time with Ify, her NYSC bestie, learn new styles from the tailoring school over there and rest her head. “Sometimes, to find yourself, you need to leave the place where everyone thinks they know you,” she said.…
Netball South Africa has announced the under-21 national squad, the Spar Baby Proteas, for the upcoming 2025 Netball Youth World Cup, taking place in Gibraltar from 19 to 28 September, in Pretoria, South Africa, on Wednesday, 23 July 2025. The announcement was made by Acting President Mami Diale, highlighting the team’s preparations and previous successes leading up to this prestigious event. The Baby Proteas, led by coach Precious Mthembu, have shown strong performance in recent competitions, including a flawless record in the Africa World Youth Cup qualifiers and a dominant international series against Jamaica’s Under-21 team. The squad was narrowed…