Author: Prudence Makoge
Joan Harrison, South Africa’s first Olympic swimming gold medallist, has died at the age of 89. Born on 29 November 1935 in East London, Harrison rose to international prominence as a teenage swimming prodigy, earning her place in history at just 16 years old. Golden legacy At the 1952 Helsinki Olympic Games, Harrison won gold in the 100m backstroke with a time of 1:14.3, making her the first South African swimmer to win an Olympic gold medal. It would be another 44 years before another South African woman – Penny Heyns – would replicate that feat. Harrison entered the Helsinki…
Sometimes, love directs our paths to be at the right place at the right time in order to create the most beautiful love stories. For Soore, it began with an invitation to speak to a group of professionals. There, he met Ibukun and what started as a casual interaction in their professional circle soon blossomed into something truly beautiful. As they got to know each other, they discovered they shared similar interests that deepened their bond. Now, it’s happy ever after for these sweethearts, and they’re serving us love and beauty with their stunning pre-wedding photos. Each frame exudes pure chemistry,…
The South African Women’s Hockey Team began their campaign at the inaugural FIH Nations Cup 2 with a 2-nil loss to Uruguay in a challenging opening encounter in Gniezno, Poland, on Monday, 16 June 2025. While the result was not what the team had hoped for, the occasion marked several important milestones. Hannah Pearce, a rock at the back for the national side, celebrated her 50th cap — a significant achievement for one of South Africa’s most dependable defenders. It was also a day of firsts, as three players — Shanna Medonca, Daniella de Oliveira, and Cerian Fourie — earned…
On June 6, 2025, award-winning filmmaker and acclaimed actress Stephanie Linus made a showstopping appearance at the Chanel and Tribeca “Through Her Lens” Women’s Filmmaker Program luncheon held at The Greenwich Hotel Courtyard in New York City, wearing a custom creation by Nigerian premium fashion house Tesslo. The piece, aptly named “IKONIK,” is a tailored dress coat that merges power and elegance, featuring a structured silhouette, double-breasted detail, exaggerated sleeves, and bold African print motifs. Styled with a crisp white shirt, slim black tie, and a sculpted white beret, the look was a flawless fusion of intellect, strength, and style…
Rassie Erasmus cut the Springbok squad to 45 players on Sunday, releasing 11 players and adding one. The Bok coach made cuts after the first week of training in Johannesburg as the world champions prepare to host the Barbarians in Cape Town on 28 June before kicking off the 2025 season in July with two Tests against Italy and one against Georgia. Here’s the ins and outs of the squad makeup, including injuries, releases, and new call-ups. MORE: Springboks 2025 schedule Injured and Released: Six players have been released due to injuries and will return to their clubs or franchises…
Everyone thought I was brilliant as a child, and I never really understood the fuss. I was just me, nothing particularly extraordinary. But as I grew older, I began to notice a pattern. I gravitated toward people I could engage with intellectually. That often meant older individuals with a wealth of experience and a depth I found grounding. I felt most at home around people who could challenge me to think, unlearn and grow. I had been estranged from my ex-husband for a couple of years when Gary Reiman waltzed into my life. Highly intelligent, and still very much so,…
South Africa’s women began their campaign at the inaugural FIH Nations Cup 2 in Gniezno, Poland, with a 2-0 defeat to Uruguay. The game signalled the start of a new era under head coach Inky Zondi. The match also marked several other important milestones. Defender Hannah Pearce celebrated her 50th cap, while three players – Shanna Medonca, Daniella de Oliveira, and Cerian Fourie – earned their senior international debuts. Uruguay took control early on, with Manuela Vilar proving to be the difference, striking twice in the first half with well-taken goals that gave the South Americans a grip on the…
Manchester City right-back Kyle Walker agrees to join Everton, Brentford striker Bryan Mbeumo favours Manchester United over Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United open talks with Brighton over Joao Pedro. Manchester City and England defender Kyle Walker, 35, has agreed to join Everton on a one-year deal. (Sun), externalBrentford and Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo, 25, is leaning towards a move to Manchester United over Tottenham Hotspur, despite his former manager Thomas Frank joining the latter. (Sky Sports News), externalNewcastle have opened talks with Brighton over the signing of Brazil forward Joao Pedro, 22, and are also interested in Sporting Lisbon and…
Christine Wangari wrapped her arms around the rough trunk of a towering acacia in Michuki Park, Nairobi, her fingers tracing the fissured bark of a tree that, two decades ago, had been a fragile seedling in her nursery in Nakuru, Rift Valley, Kenya. The park, once a neglected strip of dust and debris, had come alive—crotons blazed with colour, neems stretched skyward, and ficus roots anchored the earth, while the Nairobi River snaked through the revived landscape. At 2 a.m. in 2006, when most of Nairobi lay silent under amber floodlights, Wangari stood watch. Empty cargo trucks, diverted from Mombasa-bound…
The Springbok Women finished the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup in fine fashion when they outplayed hosts Madagascar 61-17 for their third victory from three clashes in the tournament, earning the continental title once again, at Stade Makis in Antananarivo, Madagascar, on Sunday, 15 June 2025. The South Africans scored nine tries against the host nation and they will leave Madagascar with many positives as the Rugby World Cup in England moves into view. Their tries had a bit of everything, with the hard running of Aphiwe Ngwevu and the elusive finishing from Patience Mokone earning them two apiece, while Byrhandré…