Author: Prudence Makoge
Photo Credit: Eniafe Momodu/Instagram Can we hear a little commotion for Blue Ivy’s outfit? Her look carried just the right mix of sass and flair — a perfect fit for the young star. What makes it even more special is that the outfit was crafted by Nigerian fashion brand Eleven Sixteen, designed by Ugo Mozie. And truly, Blue Ivy wore it with style and confidence during her dance performance. At the final leg of the Paris stop on the Cowboy Carter tour, the 13-year-old stepped onto the stage like it was her own runway, delivering a solo dance at the…
Orlando Pirates sent the South African football fraternity into a frenzy on Monday with the appointment of Abdeslam Ouaddou. Fresh from resigning at Marumo Gallants, Ouaddou was announced as the new Pirates coach, a move very few saw coming. Pirates shocked many with Ouaddou appointment This was not in doubt of Ouaddou’s acumen as a coach, as they were prior links to him and Pirates. In fact, he beat both the Buccaneers and their arch rivals Kaizer Chiefs in the league last season. He even dragged Gallants to a 10th place finish after finding them in the relegation zone upon…
In the ancient city of Zaria, the thunder of hooves and royal trumpets once again filled the air as the Durbar Festival returned in full splendor. Rich in culture and tradition, the Durbar remains one of Northern Nigeria’s most iconic festivals, a breathtaking display of heritage, honor, and pageantry. From the Emir’s regal procession to the stunning feats of horsemanship, the festival was a sensory celebration of history and pride. But beyond the pageantry, something else filled the atmosphere, a wave of happiness that filled the atmosphere. Throughout the festival grounds, Maltina’s vibrant experience zone offered more than refreshment. It…
Tazmin Brits recorded a century to power the Proteas Women to a commanding 166-run win via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method in the third and final One-Day International (ODI) against the West Indies, sealing a 2–1 series victory for the visitors at the Three Ws Oval in Barbados, on Tuesday, 17 June 2025. Brits led the way with a blistering 101 from just 91 balls, striking eight fours and four sixes. She shared a vital opening stand with captain Laura Wolvaardt, who added 75 off 76 deliveries (7 fours), as South Africa posted 278/6 in 45.5 overs before rain brought an…
Photo Credit: Omowunmi Dada/Instagram You can never go wrong with a red dress. Truly, it’s one of those timeless choices that always makes a statement. And if you’re still in doubt, let Omowunmi Dada convince you. The Nollywood star stepped out in London looking absolutely lovely in a red number that had all eyes on her. Omowunmi was in town for the “Red Circle” premiere and, in her words, she “got [her] pretty red dress on to paint the city of London red” and that she did. The dress in question is a floor-length red gown that fits like it…
A powerful member of the Stormers pack has joined the Barbarians squad to face the world champion Springboks in Cape Town on Saturday. The invitational side has secured lock Ruben van Heerden’s services for the once-off clash at Cape Town Stadium. MORE: The power of Rassie Erasmus & his world champion Springboks Pictured in Baa Baas kit at training in the Mother City, Van Heerden recently earned recognition as the Vodacom URC’s Tackle Machine after recording a league-leading 98% tackle success rate from 171 attempts during the regular season. MORE: Baa Baas won’t be bossed by Boks The 27-year-old has…
South African sprinting has been injected with a deep pool of young talent this year. Abduraghmaan Karriem is the latest of this group to emerge onto the world stage when he recently competed in Stockholm, for his debut Diamond League event, writes MARK LEMKE. The 20-year-old is on his first European tour and has ticked every box he had for the year and with half the year still to go, he is now looking to achieve as many bonuses as he can and continue his rise. Karriem has steadily been building towards earning this tour through impressive performances on home soil. He set a personal best in the…
Photo Credit: Beyoncé/Instagram Not only did Beyoncé wrap up her Cowboy Carter Tour in Paris in style, she also delivered a reunion that hit every note of surprise and sentiment. At the final show in France, she invited Jay–Z on stage for the first time since 2018, and the crowd inside Stade de France felt the shift immediately. Jay-Z appeared without warning, dressed in low-key black overalls and a bolo tie, with Timberlands anchoring the look. Beyoncé met that vibe head-on with futuristic glam: a silver corset top and matching high-waisted briefs, both dripping with sparkle. A metallic fringe swung…
Arsenal are interested in signing Bradley Barcola, Tottenham will focus on signing Eberechi Eze after Manchester United submit an improved offer for Bryan Mbeumo, Ibrahima Konate has turned down a new contract offer from Liverpool.Arsenal have expressed an interest in Paris St-Germain’s 22-year-old France forward Bradley Barcola, who is also wanted by Bayern Munich and Liverpool. (L’Equipe – in French, subscription required), externalTottenham will target Crystal Palace’s 26-year-old England winger Eberechi Eze after losing ground in the race to sign Brentford’s Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo following Manchester United’s improved offer worth more than £60m for the 25-year-old. (Talksport), externalLiverpool’s 26-year-old…
Photo Credit: Guinness World Records/Instagram Usain Bolt, the world’s fastest man, has officially been named a Guinness World Records (GWR) ICON. It’s a well-deserved honour for the Jamaican sprinter, whose legacy continues to inspire on and off the track. Bolt holds several world records, but the one that stands out the most is his iconic 100-metre sprint, completed in just 9.58 seconds. That unforgettable moment happened in 2009 at the IAAF World Championships in Berlin, and to this day, no one has come close to beating it. “I’m honoured to be among the greats, and always happy to be recognised…