Author: Prudence Makoge

Two players from South African franchises are in Opta’s 2024-25 URC Team of the Season. The team was selected using the Opta Index, based on players’ average score per match, with a minimum of eight appearances required to be considered for selection. Sharks flank Vincent Tshituka and Stormers flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu (SA’s URC Player of the Season) were both selected, along with Edinburgh’s South African loosehead prop, Pierre Schoeman. There are three players from champions Leinster, but none from losing finalists, the Vodacom Bulls. Munster No 8 Gavin Coombes was the top ranking player. ALSO: Bok legends in all-time EPCR…

Sanlam, one of Africa’s biggest non-banking financial services powerhouses, and Allianz, one of the world’s most recognised global insurers, have announced a significant milestone in their Pan-African expansion strategy with the successful merger of their operations in Nigeria, one of Africa’s leading economies. The merger, now branded as SanlamAllianz Nigeria, was officially announced on Thursday, June 5, 2025, during a high-profile launch event at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Executives, regulators, partners, and the media gathered to witness the unveiling of the new brand. SanlamAllianz Nigeria is part of a broader initiative by both parent companies to create one…

South Africa’s men hockey team conceded four goals in a row for a second time in their FIH Nations Cup campaign in Kuala Lumpur, but this time were unable to complete the comeback and lost 4-3 to France. On Sunday they had staged a rousing fightback to draw 4-4 with Wales. South Africa came into the clash full of belief after taking a point off Wales after being 4-0 down and celebrated a special milestone for Matt de Sousa, who earned his 50th cap. But the mood was quickly checked when French captain Victor Charlet opened the scoring in the…

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan will step down after nine years in the role when his contract ends in 2026.Brian Rolapp has been appointed as the tour’s first chief executive and will gradually take over Monahan’s day-to-day responsibilities.Rolapp has spent more than 20 years with the National Football League (NFL), most recently as chief media and business officer.”A year ago, I informed our boards that upon completing a decade as commissioner, I would step down from my role at the end of 2026,” Monahan said.”Since then, we’ve worked together to identify a leader who can build on our momentum and…

“We need your voice.”That’s the message rippling through social media as Nigerian celebrities speak out and call for urgent help for the victims of the recent attacks in Benue State. At least 100 people have been killed in north-central Nigeria following an overnight attack by gunmen, prompting Amnesty International to urge the government to end the “almost daily bloodshed in Benue State.” The attack, which began late Friday and continued into the early hours of Saturday, took place in Yelwata, a community in Benue. “Amnesty International has been documenting the alarming escalation of attacks across Benue State where gunmen have…

The Hollywoodbets Super League delivered thrills and 21 goals this past weekend, but the headline result of the weekend came from JVW FC, who stunned defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies in a major upset lighting up the pitch in Week 17 of the Hollywoodbets Super League, on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 June, 2025. JVW stunned defending champions Sundowns Ladies 2-1 when Gabriela Salgado and Jessica Wade each scored in the first half to secure a statement result for the first-ever JVW win over the defending champs, while Melinda Kgadiete netted the consolation for Sundowns. Another dramatic clash came at…

We can either continue playing the ostrich and keep being politically correct, or we can just say the truth as it is. One of the overarching tragedies of the Nigerian state is the normalisation of the abnormal. Over the weekend, over 200 people, who were mostly women and children, in Benue State lost their lives in the most gruesome and barbaric manner possible. There is no serious country in the world in 2025 where over 200 people are killed in a single day, and everyone continues with business as usual. The tragedy should incite a state of emergency. Aside from…

Don’t fix fix what isn’t broken, give Rassie his Bok knighthood. The post Keo & Zels: Give Rassie the Boks to 2035 appeared first on SA Rugby magazine. Source link

Photo Credit: Tems/Instagram The GRAMMY Awards are getting a refresh in 2026, with the Recording Academy introducing two brand new categories: Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover. This exciting update, announced by music-news.com, reflects the ever-evolving musical landscape and aims to honour a broader spectrum of creative talent. These additions also bring fresh excitement for fans and creators alike. Whether you’re a country enthusiast or a vinyl lover drawn to striking visuals, the new categories invite a broader audience to see themselves reflected on music’s biggest stage. “Whether you’re a country fan or a vinyl collector who loves…

South African Olympic triathlete Jamie Riddle is recovering and reflecting on his debut Cairns Ironman, only two weeks after a career best performance in the San Francisco T100 Triathlon, writes MARK LEMKE. The 24-year-old put on a courageous display in Australia, having to dig deep into his reserves to eventually finish in fourth place in Cairns, in 8hr 15sec, which was 10 minutes behind winner Matthew Marquardt (USA) who clocked 7:50:41 for the 3.8km swim, 180km cycle and 42km run. This is despite ‘hitting the wall’ 150km into the bike ride, causing ‘the lights to go out’. This worrying moment…