Author: Prudence Makoge

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has told the media that his laboured first season with Amakhosi was expected. NASREDDINE NABI ON WHY KAIZER CHIEFS STRUGGLED According to the Tunisian coach, a transition season is always tough to endure. Amakhosi finished in ninth place with only eight wins from 28 matches. However, Nabi ended the club’s decade-long trophy drought with the Nedbank Cup title. “We knew that this season was going to be tough given the process we are engaged with as a club,” Nabio told Kaizer Chiefs’ official website. Kaizer Chiefs team vs Stellenbosch FC at the Athlone Stadium.…

Prudence Sekgodiso shone for South Africa again at the recent Diamond League, when the middle-distance runner showed just why she is one of the best in her field with another standout performance in Rabat, Morocco, on Sunday, 25 May 2025.  The world indoor champion finished second in the women’s 800m race setting a season’s best of 1:57.52, crossing the line just 0.10 behind Ethiopian athlete Tsige Duguma, who secured victory in 1:57.52. The top four women finished within 0.39 in a tight battle, and the top nine finishers all ran under 1:59.00. Meanwhile, South African champion Zeney Geldenhuys finished in…

The legal profession in Nigeria, especially within the public sector, is central to advancing justice and democracy. However, gender equity in leadership remains a challenge, with women still significantly underrepresented in key legal and policymaking positions. As of 2025: Only 4 out of 13 Attorney General positions across the country are held bywomen. Only 4 of 109 seats in the Nigerian Senate are occupied by women. Only 3 justices on the Supreme Court bench are female. This imbalance persists even though women make up 49.4% of the entire population of Nigeria. A recent April 2025 woman in the law mentoring…

Sharks captain Eben Etzebeth is eagerly anticipating the lock duel with Bok teammate Jean Kleyn in Saturday’s Vodacom URC quarter-final at Kings Park. The two enforcers know each other well from their Stormers days, last went head to head when the Sharks beat Munster 41-24 in October. “It’s always good to go up against fellow South Africans and I’m sure we’ll get each other in a ruck one or twice and have something to say to each other, in a positive way,” Etzebeth told the media on Tuesday. “He’s a good man and a good player for Munster, and I’m…

Today’s episode of Purposeful Travel is for those who are gearing up to visit Europe, whether for the first time or with more intention. This is not just about ticking boxes but travelling purposefully. Getting a Schengen visa is not beans; it’s a long process. And too often, travellers rush through Europe, chasing too many countries in too little time. The essence of Purposeful Travel is to help you design a route that balances discovery, rest, joy and meaning. This 15-day itinerary is curated to experience across seven countries, each selected for rhythm, value and relevance. And, true to my…

South Africa’s arm wrestling community has been rocked by the news that two-time national champion Graham Verwey has died in a car accident. The 24-year-old was one of six members who represented Team SA when the sport made its debut at the African Games, in Accra, Ghana, last year. Another arm wrestling personality, Jonty ‘Striker’ Jacobs, who was secretary general of SAAF, has also died, after an illness. The 34-year-old para-athlete was attacked on his farm in 2018, shot, and left for dead, but had survived the ordeal. In paying tribute to Verwey and Jacobs, the president of SASCOC, Barry…

If you’re keeping an eye on your calorie intake or trying to eat more mindfully, Kikifoodies has just the thing. She calls it “Lite Jollof” — a healthier take on the beloved West African dish that doesn’t compromise on flavour. “Healthy food doesn’t have to be boring, nor does it have to taste like pain and suffering,” she says. “This Jollof is proof of that. This isn’t your typical healthy version of something trying to be cute. This is straight-up Jollof rice with all the smoky, spicy, rich energy you expect just made with brown rice plus some other healthy…

Orlando Pirates will announce a new head coach in the coming weeks and, of course, a couple of new players to improve the squad. That is what top clubs do. ORLANDO PIRATES NEWS With the new season coming up in August, Orlando Pirates are yet to announce Jose Riveiro’s successor. According to Soccer Laduma, a familiar face could arrive at the Rand Stadium. His name is Pablo Franco Martin, the former AmaZulu coach. Martin is a free agent after a short stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Faisaly. The Full Story is here. RULANI MOKWENA TO ORLANDO PIRATES? In case you have missed…

Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies showed their class once again with a dominant 4–0 win over TUT Matsatsantsa, continuing their strong run in the Hollywoodbets Super League in a Sunday fixture, in Week 14 of the Hollywoodbets Super League, on Saturday, 24 May, and Sunday, 25 May, 2025. Lesotho international Boitumelo Rabale was the star of the show, netting a brace to take her season tally to seven goals from 11 games, widening the gap at the top of the Golden Boot race. The University of Johannesburg returned to winning ways with a confident 2–0 victory over the University of Pretoria, bouncing…

On 4 June, Lagos won’t just be buzzing with its usual late-afternoon humidity and rhythm it’s known for. That familiar energy will meet something even bigger: Africa in Motion, a celebration of the continent’s brightest thinkers, boldest creatives and community-powered changemakers. And no, you don’t need a ticket. You just need Wi-Fi. Brought to life by the Gates Foundation’s Goalkeepers initiative, Africa in Motion is part of a global push to spotlight the people making real progress toward the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. With powerful stories, data, and bold ideas, Goalkeepers is all about amplifying voices driving change, and this…