Author: Prudence Makoge
The Pro Taghazout Bay in Morocco was a World Surf League 3000 Qualifying Series event that saw many South African surfers gathering for their share of the points and prize money. Being a 3,000 it has three times the number of points on offer at any of the 1,000 QS events staged around South Africa. Morocco is therefore the most important event of the year for any South African QS surfer to compete in if they want to qualify for the Challenger Series. Slade Prestwich and Beyrick de Vries were back. Shane and Justin Sykes and Karl Steen were in…
After months of uncertainty, Kaizer Chiefs defender Happy Mashiane is back in AmaKhosi’s good books. It had been a tumultuous time for the 27-year-old, failing to impress Nasreddine Nabi at the beginning of the season, but after some consistent performances, the tide has changed for the one club wonder. “Things are apparently look good for Happy [Mashiane],” SoccerLaduma confirmed. “Not just for this season but even further as the coach is now believed to be putting trust in him in that left-hand position. Coach Nabi is happy to have him for a longer time, “That has also brought confidence to…
Western Province Women have broken the spell, edging Southern Gauteng to win their maiden Spar SA Indoor Hockey Inter-Provincial Tournament title at the Beaulieu College in Johannesburg, on Saturday, 1 March, 2025. It was a case of victory at last for Western Province when they beat Southern Gauteng in incredibly tight final at the conclusion of the 2025 IPT, which would always crown a new champion after Province thumped the Raiders 6-0 at their semi-final tie on Friday. Having last won the title in 2019, Southern Gauteng was the only team to reach the knockout phase unbeaten, and put up…
Coach Jake White says the Vodacom Bulls’ inability to win the ball in the air proved costly in their 19-16 defeat to the Stormers at Loftus on Saturday. Both teams managed to score a converted try in horrendous conditions, with four penalties from flyhalf Jurie Matthee giving the Stormers’ an eighth win against their arch-rivals in 10 Vodacom URC matches. “Our lineout was a bit shoddy in the first half and we never won an aerial contest in the whole game,” said White when asked what went wrong for his side. “Every time there was an up and under, we…
Buea, Ambazonia — Human rights lawyer Felix Agbor Nkongho has called on Cameroon’s traditional rulers to resist political pressure and maintain neutrality ahead of the country’s presidential election later this year. His appeal comes in response to recent endorsements of President Paul Biya’s candidacy by various traditional and religious leaders.In a statement released on social media, Agbor Nkongho emphasized the importance of traditional leaders remaining impartial to preserve democratic principles and the integrity of their cultural institutions. He expressed concern that political endorsements by these figures could undermine their role as neutral custodians of tradition and erode public trust.This plea…
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – Burkina Faso has taken a significant leap into the future of sustainable transportation with the unveiling of its first locally assembled electric vehicle, ITAOUA. The revolutionary car, which is 100% electric and powered by solar energy, was officially introduced to the public in a historic event held in Ouagadougou’s prestigious district, Ouaga 2000.The ITAOUA electric vehicle stands out not only as an innovation in clean energy but also for its remarkable efficiency. The car boasts an impressive range of 330 kilometers after just 30 minutes of charging, positioning it as a competitive player in the growing…
MONROVIA – Liberian President Joseph Boakai has taken decisive action against government officials who failed to comply with mandatory asset declaration requirements, suspending them for one month without pay or until they submit the necessary disclosures. Boakai’s move seeks to restore public trust in government institutions.In a statement issued by the presidency, Boakai emphasized that asset declaration is not merely a bureaucratic obligation but a fundamental pillar of good governance. “Transparency is the foundation of a credible government,” he stated. “Every official entrusted with public service must be accountable to the people. Asset declaration is a legal requirement, and those…
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), comprising Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali, has announced plans to launch a new regional airline. The move comes just months after the three nations unveiled their joint regional passport, a symbol of their commitment to deepening ties and fostering regional cooperation.A spokesperson for the AES revealed that the airline will be a priority project for the Confederation, stating, “The establishment of the regional airline of the Confederation of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) is a priority, and we will soon have a company in the colours of the AES,…
Buea – In a unique event that promises to shape the trajectory of Ambazonia’s freedom struggle, Ambazonians at home and abroad are set to convene this Saturday for a town hall meeting featuring a global authority on conflict resolution, Quintin Oliver from Ireland. With decades of experience in brokering peace and navigating high-stakes negotiations, Ambazonians have much to glean from Quintin’s expertise.Quintin is no stranger to resolving entrenched conflicts. As the architect behind the “Yes” campaign that secured the resounding endorsement for the 1998 Good Friday Agreement in Northern Ireland, his contributions to peacebuilding are legendary. That agreement ended decades…
Yaounde – In a fiery and uncompromising letter addressed to Cameroon’s Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji, Jean Michel Nintcheu, a prominent member of the National Assembly, has issued a scathing critique of the Minister’s handling of civil protection in Cameroon. The letter, laced with strong language and biting accusations, demands the immediate resignation of Atanga Nji, citing gross mismanagement and negligence in addressing recent natural disasters.The MP’s statement opens with an accusation of negligence, noting that the Ministry failed to update documents concerning recent disasters, including the devastating Dschang cliff landslide. Nintcheu criticized the omission as emblematic of…