Author: Prudence Makoge
Teenah and Elvis’ Ghanaian trad was nothing short of spectacular! They brought all the love, colours and vibes, and it was a thrill. They kicked things off with a rich Ghanaian traditional ceremony, rocking their vibrant Kente outfits in style as their families joined in the cultural rites. After the traditional ceremony, they switched into their white wedding outfit for a solemn yet love-filled celebration. The vows, the emotions, the joy—everything came together so beautifully. Once they were pronounced husband and wife, it was time to party! Their reception and after-party were full of energy, great music, and unforgettable vibes.…
The Springboks take on Italy in a two-Test series in Pretoria and Gqeberha in July, before meeting Georgia in Mbombela in the Incoming Series as the Boks return to home soil in Test match action for the first time since a thrilling 48-7 victory over Argentina in September last year. The Bok season not only represents an opportunity to see the back-to-back World Champions in local action but also launches a year in which the Boks will be fighting to defend their No. 1 world ranking to secure the most favourable draw for Rugby World Cup 2027. Tickets for home…
Photo Credit: JAMB After widespread concerns and confusion among candidates, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially admitted to technical errors that affected the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results. Addressing journalists at a press conference in Abuja, JAMB Registrar, Professor Is–haq Oloyede, offered an apology to candidates, taking full responsibility for the mishap and confirming that 379,997 candidates will be given a second chance to sit the examination. According to Professor Oloyede, the issue stemmed from faulty server updates that disrupted the uploading of candidates’ responses during the first three days of the UTME. This glitch…
Remember the name, Eve Abrahams. The teenager is making waves in lifesaving and is set to become one of the code’s known faces. At just 17 years old, she has already made history and, by the looks of it, she will be breaking more records shortly. From Retreat in Cape Town, Abrahams became the youngest and only female athlete to achieve such extraordinary success as she secured at the Lifesaving Western Cape Champs, in both the U17 Beach Flags and Sprints. She also claimed the LWC 2025 Champs Open Ladies Sprint title, which was another extraordinary feat. Not content with…
itel, a leading customer-centric brand in Africa for trustworthy smartphones and smart accessories, has made a decisive move to enhance its relationship with its young and vibrant consumer demographic by officially welcoming Priscilla Ojo Mkambala as a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) and influential personality. The signing ceremony, held on April 24, 2025 marks the beginning of an exciting partnership between itel and Priscilla — a dynamic figure known for her creativity, authenticity, and influence amongst Gen Z and millennials. Priscilla, a trendsetter and lifestyle icon, perfectly embodies the values that itel stands for: accessibility, innovation, and youthful energy. Speaking on…
Director of rugby John Dobson addresses the uncertain future of Stormers centre Wandisile Simelane, while praising the unsung work of loose forward Dave Ewers. Simelane, whose contract expires at the end of this season, starts alongside Dan du Plessis in the midfield on Friday night against Cardiff at Cape Town Stadium in round 18 of the Vodacom URC. The 27-year-old joined the Capetonians in January 2024, but competition for the Stormers No 13 jersey is fierce, and the former Vodacom Bulls and Lions utility back has previously been linked with several sides in France, England and Japan. “I think that’s…
The South African Sports Confederation, Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SASCOC) is deeply saddened and mourns the passing of one of the country’s most popular rugby sons, Cornal Hendricks. The 37-year-old, who was part of Team SA’s gold medal winning rugby sevens squad at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, died of a reported heart attack. In joining the sporting fraternity in offering their condolences, the president of SASCOC, Mr Barry Hendricks, said: “It is with utter shock that we heard the news of Cornal’s passing. He was more than a brilliant rugby player who excelled for both Team SA and the Springboks. He…
One of the best things about soups from the eastern part of Nigeria is how generously they incorporate vegetables. If you’re on a healthy journey, following a fitness plan, or simply trying to eat more greens, eastern soups are definitely worth exploring. And what better one to start with than the beloved Oha soup? In this video, Daniel Ochuko prepares a hearty pot of Oha soup, Anambra-style. For his ingredients, he uses goat meat, stockfish, seasoning cubes, salt, fresh yellow pepper, Oha leaves, Uziza leaves, palm nut paste, crayfish, dried catfish, ogiri isi, cocoyam for thickening, and ponmo (cow skin).…
Kaizer Chiefs are known to be hunting for a new striker. Siyabonga Nomvethe has a suggestion. KNOX MUTIZWA FOR KAIZER CHIEFS Despite 63 goals and 23 assists in 231 games for Golden Arrows, the 31-year-old Zimbabwean striker has been released by the Durban giants for ill-discipline. According to Nomvethe, Kaizer Chiefs should grab the opportunity. “Mutizwa is a good striker and a perfect match for Kaizer Chiefs,” Nomvethe told KickOff. “You can see how Golden Arrows have struggled in his absence; I wouldn’t mind if Chiefs signed him. “Mutizwa is a quality striker who knows how to score. Chiefs should sign…
Photo Credit: Toyosi Etim-Effiong/Instagram Don’t you just love it when couples step out looking good, showing off their style and reminding us once again just how in love they are? And Daniel Etim–Effiong and his wife, Toyosi, reminded us beautifully in these new photos — full of colour, charm, and a whole lot of love. In one of the shots, Toyosi is wearing a sleeveless mini dress. The top half is made of a deep reddish-purple fabric, decorated with red and lighter purple floral appliqués. The skirt is a bright purple with white vine-like embroidery and more red and orange…