Author: Prudence Makoge
A strong squad of 198 athletes across 13 different sporting codes has been selected to represent Team SA at the upcoming 11th Region 5 Youth Games to be held in Namibia from 4-13 July. The Games were initially supposed to be held in December 2024 but they were postponed till now. It includes visually impaired athletes and Special Olympics athletes. These Games began as a project by the African Union Sport Council and involves 10 countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Team SA has representation across athletics, visually impaired athletics, basketball, boxing, football,…
In celebration of the remarkable journey of over 2,000 graduating students from the EbonyLife Creative Academy, a new chapter unfolds in Nigeria’s creative landscape. The academy, in partnership with Lagos State and LG Electronics, continues to redefine access to opportunity in film, media and digital storytelling. This initiative stands as a bold testament to the state’s belief in the power of creativity to drive social change and economic growth. It reflects a broader vision to democratize creative education and open doors for young Nigerians to tell compelling world-class stories. We’re not just training creatives, we’re raising a new generation of…
Stephen Bunting produced a dazzling display to beat Jermaine Wattimena and win the 18th Players Championship of 2025.The world number four hit six 180s and averaged 104.84 as he dominated the final against his Dutch opponent in Leicester.Wattimena broke to win the first leg before Bunting reeled off six legs in a row – with checkouts of 164 and 156 along the way – to take complete control.Despite Wattimena getting it back to 7-5, Bunting would not be denied and took out 94 for an 11-darter that secured his first Players Championship title for nearly four years.Earlier, the Liverpudlian averaged…
Are you tired of feeling left behind in the digital age? Here is an opportunity to be a part of the WIN (Women Impacting Nigeria) Virtual workshop, coming up this June 2025. Join a powerful tribe of women rewriting the rules—one click, one code, one digital win at a time.At the WIN Academy Virtual Workshop, we’re not just talking tech—we’re building futures, unlocking income, and owning digital spaces with boldness. 🎯 Theme: Women Navigating Tech and Digital Spaces📅 Date: Friday, 28th June 2025⏰ Time: 8:00 PM (WAT)📍 Location: Zoom Say yes to growth. Say yes to possibility. Say yes to…
Division 1 log leaders Golden Fireballs completed a whitewash as the Telkom Netball League’s Power Week 2 concluded, marking the end of an exciting and action-packed week at Sun City Sun Park, outside Rustenburg in the North West Province, on Tuesday, 17 June 2025. Led by coach Dr. Elsje Jordaan, the Gauteng-based team continued their winning streak in the TNL, building on their impressive performances by dominated the Zambezi Eagles by a margin of 50-41 to solidify their position at the top of the league table. Goalkeeper Cornelia Mupenda was outstanding, earning her fourth Player of the Match award of…
L-R The Macallan Brand Specialist, Rasak Makanjuola; The Macallan Brand Educator and Ambassador, Lagos, Daniel Atteh; Brand Manager, Edrington Portfolio, Nigeria, Idorenyin Emmanson; and Senior Brand Manager, Nigeria & West and Central Africa (WACA) Edrington Portfolio, Hammed Adebiyi during the launch of TIME: SPACE Mastery at Miliki on Friday, May 30, 2025 The Macallan TIME: SPACE Mastery has arrived in Nigeria, making waves among collectors, art lovers, and whisky connoisseurs alike. If you’re curious about what makes this release so special, here are seven essential things you need to know: 1. It’s One of The Macallan’s Rarest Creations Yet TIME:…
After a frustrating, injury-hit season with the Sharks, Eben Etzebeth is eager to launch into the Springboks’ 2025 campaign. The veteran lock missed three months of Vodacom URC and EPCR rugby due to a concussion sustained in December and then strained his hamstring during a Springbok alignment camp in March. A training injury also ruled him out of the Sharks’ URC semi-final against the Bulls at Loftus. “I’ve recovered from everything now,” Etzebeth told the media in Johannesburg on Wednesday. “Obviously, I didn’t have the best run – the concussion and injury kept me out for about four, four-and-a-half months,…
The South African women’s hockey team ignited their FIH Nations Cup campaign with a 3–1 comeback victory over Malaysia in Poland. Despite seeing two penalty strokes saved, the South Africans overturned a half-time deficit to claim all three points and breathe momentum into their tournament. South Africa started brightly, winning an early penalty corner, but the shot was ruled dangerous. Moments later, they earned a golden opportunity to go ahead with a penalty stroke. Quanita Bobbs stepped up, but her effort was saved by Malaysian goalkeeper Nur Zainal. Onthatile Zulu went close with a shot that shaved past the post,…
Joeboy is currently on his Lavida World Tour, bringing the magic of his music to fans across the globe with vibrant live performances. But guess what? That hasn’t stopped the Afropop star from treating us to something extra. He’s just dropped the visuals for “Abena,” the second track off his latest album “Viva Lavida,” which was released in March this year. The song captures themes of desire, admiration, and that electric feeling of connection. With playful lyrics and rhythmic energy, Joeboy paints a picture of his attraction to a woman named Abena, especially drawn to how she moves when she…
Kaizer Chiefs are sure to welcome one or two new African internationals to the Naturena village before the next Betway Premiership season. The Tunisian coach Nasreddine Nabi, formerly with Al Hilal, Young Africans, and AS FAR, has been spotted in two African nations watching live football. Soon after Kaizer Chiefs’ final game of the season last term, Nabi was spotted in Tanzania watching Simba SC vs Singida Fountain. Last weekend, Nabi was captured in Morocco watching AS FAR against RS Berkane in the Throne Cup quarter finals. LINKED WITH AFRICAN INTERNATIONALS Kaizer Chiefs to sign midfielder from France? Kaizer Chiefs…