Author: Prudence Makoge
Geraldine Pillay-Viret wants to broaden her horizons as she embarks on her latest conquest. The sprint queen will head to Milan, Italy in June as she forms part of a group of former athletes who are set to receive broadcast training ahead of next year’s Winter Olympics that will be held in the same city in 2026. Pillay-Viret is well-known on our screens in South Africa as she made a successful transition from athlete to sports broadcaster. The International Olympic Committee launched the Athlete 365 app which aims to provide support through relevant advice, tools, and services to Olympians and…
Hey BellaNaijarians, The Africa Soft Power Summit is in full swing here in Nairobi, Kenya, and it’s been a powerful gathering of influential voices from across Africa. This year’s theme, “Africa’s Growth Engine: Aligning the Flow of Money, Innovation, and Global Opportunities,” focuses on how Africa’s creative, technological, and business sectors are converging to drive the continent’s advancement. Throughout the summit, attendees will engage in a variety of events, including: The Remarkable African Women’s Leadership Conference, highlighting the role of women in leadership across Africa The Creative & Innovative Industries Conference, exploring the intersection of creativity and commerce The Africa…
Boland Kavaliers coach Hawies Fourie says the Vodacom Bulls, Stormers, Sharks and Lions should not be guaranteed their places in the Vodacom URC. Fourie was in charge of the Cheetahs when they were kicked out of the then Pro14, with SA’s four Super Rugby franchises joining an expanded, rebranded URC in 2021. “We have a lot of talent at school level [in South Africa] that needs to come through,” he told Netwerk24. “To only be able to go to four teams, I don’t believe is the right recipe. There is more than enough talent at school level to be distributed…
Photo Credit: Jackie Appiah/Instagram How would you wear olive green, and where would you wear it? If you’re unsure, take a look at how Jackie Appiah styled hers for some inspiration. For a leisurely nature walk at a resort, Jackie chose a flowing olive green off-the-shoulder maxi dress. The dress gathers gently at the bust and falls into a wide, relaxed skirt that moves effortlessly with her. No nature walk outfit feels complete without a woven or straw tote bag, right? Jackie added a bright fuchsia bag that created a striking contrast against her dress and the lush greenery around…
Photo Credit: Complex Style/Instagram Did you catch A$AP Rocky at the Cannes Film Festival? He pulled up alongside Rihanna, who looked beautiful in a soft blue dress, proudly showing off her baby bump. But let’s talk about Rocky, because his look definitely had cameras flashing He hit the red carpet with his usual confidence, wearing a sharp black double-breasted suit with bold peak lapels. His white shirt was unbuttoned at the top, revealing a black tie with diagonal white stripes. The details made all the difference. He wore black sunglasses, gold grills on both his upper and lower teeth, and…
Boxing was not part of the programme for LA 2028 when the schedule was first announced in 2022, the IOC having encouraged the sport’s national federations to form a new global body.The IOC said only athletes whose national federations were members of World Boxing by the time of the start of the qualification events for the 2028 Olympics could take part in Los Angeles.Chair of IABA’s board of directors, Niall O’Carroll, described the development as “a watershed moment for Irish boxing”.”Every kid in every boxing club in the Association deserves the Olympic dream – and their clubs have made sure…
The last time Zenay Jordaan left the pitch at the Rugby World Cup, she was carried off shoulders-high by her Springbok Women teammates and England opponents, but she will return later this year, albeit in a new capacity. The 34-year-old Jordaan played her last Test for the Bok Women at Waitakere Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand in 2022, bringing to a close a 36-cap career, at the time the most played by any South African player. Come England and RWC 2025, Jordaan – who recently completed World Rugby’s Level 3 coaching course – will return to the global showpiece with…
Photo Credit: Olori Atuwatse III/Instagram Can we take a minute to talk about Queen Ivie Atuwatse’s birthday shoot? Because wow. The Queen of Warri just turned 39, and she made sure every detail of her celebration was wrapped in elegance, intention and serious fashion moments. She dropped a series of looks, and each one deserves its own spotlight. First up, a deep red asooke dress with sculpted sleeves and pearl embellishments that ran across the fabric like carefully placed jewels. She paired it with a matching gele and white pearls that brought the whole look together in the most regal…
Bath coach Johann van Graan urges his team to “keep it simple” in Friday night’s EPCR Challenge Cup final against Lyon in Cardiff. Bath previously won the second-tier European cup tournament in 2007-08 and reached the final in 2002-03, 2006-07 and 2013-14. “A special moment for the club, the first European final that we as a group have played in,” said Van Graan, who joined Bath in 2022. “I’m excited, looking forward to it, got to enjoy the moment as that’s what finals are about. It’s once-off, we’re playing against a good side, we respect them.” Van Graan said his…
Photo Credit: Toni Tones/Instagram Did you catch the last season of “The Smart Money Woman?” Of course you did, it was unmissable. And if you loved every second of it, you’re in for an even bigger treat. The trailer for the spin-off, “Lara Unlimited,” has just dropped, and the premiere is right around the corner. Mark your calendar for May 29th. “Lara Unlimited” centres on Lara Thompson, played by the ever-stylish Toni Tones. She’s a top-performing oil executive with killer instincts and an eye for power dressing. Lara is poised for a major promotion until the role is handed to…