Author: Prudence Makoge
Reflecting on the past year, the first thing that comes to mind is this quote from Charles Dickens‘s A Tale of Two Cities. The quote says: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair.” This quote precisely summarises my 2025. 2025 was a year of paradoxes for me.…
Photo Credit: Imisi/Instagram There’s something about red that always works. It’s bold without shouting, familiar but never boring, and somehow it always leaves an impression. You could keep listing adjectives and still feel like you’ve missed something. Imisi didn’t step out in a red dinner gown — and that’s exactly what caught our attention. She chose a fitted coral-red asooke gown with a modest neckline, cut to sit close to the body in a clean, column shape. It’s simple in the best way, letting the fabric and tailoring speak for themselves. Then there’s the gele. Big, beautifully wrapped, and styled…
Bafana Bafana advance to the Africa Cup of Nations [AFCON] round of 16 after beating Zimbabwe 3-2. Coming into the match, Hugo Broos’ men needed a win to guarantee passage to the round of 16. An early goal from Tsepang Moremi made the job easier for South Africa, but poor defending saw the Warriors equalise in the 19th minute. Bafana retook the lead through Lyle Foster, but only for Zimbabwe to hit back after Aubrey Modiba’s own goal. Both teams went all out for the win with a round of 16 up for grabs, and it was Bafana who found…
Guess Who Just Made Gifting in Africa Super Easy? Let’s be honest, trying to get flowers or thoughtful gifts like chocolates, perfumes, cakes, etc. delivered quickly to your location or to a loved one in another city can be a big struggle! That’s why BuyFlowers is fast becoming everyone’s go-to plug for sending love gifts — not just across Nigeria, but now across Africa. Whether it’s a birthday in Abuja, an apology gift in Port Harcourt, a “just because” surprise in Lagos, or even a heartfelt delivery to Ghana, Kenya, or Tanzania, BuyFlowers delivers beautifully arranged flowers and premium gifts…
The Lions have appointed a new forwards coach following Barend Pieterse’s decision to join the Junior Boks management team in January. Former Bok prop Wessel Roux, who has served as the Lions’ Currie Cup forwards coach since 2022, is promoted to the URC team. Roux joined the Lions in 2016 as a coach, and served as head coach and forwards coach across all junior teams at the union for nearly a decade, playing a pivotal role in the mentorship and development of young tight forwards. The Lions are eighth on the URC log going into Saturday’s clash with the Sharks…
Left: Olubunmi Oyetan, Regional Manager, Lagos Island, Stanbic IBTC Bank, with Tolulope Bally, Founder and Creative Director, 2207BYTBALLY, during the 2207BYTBALLY Fashion Experience held recently in Victoria Island, Lagos. Where fashion meets creativity, possibilities expand. This statement best describes the electrifying experience at the unveiling of the EVOLVE collection at The Garden, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Stanbic IBTC Bank’s partnership went beyond sponsorship; it was a deliberate investment in the people and ideas reshaping how the world sees African excellence. The moment the first model stepped onto the runway at The Garden, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos,…
A cyclist has reportedly been killed in a road accident on Victoria Road in Camps Bay, between Geneva Drive and Houghton. Emergency services are on the scene, and an investigation into the circumstances of the crash is under way. The incident marks the second cyclist fatality on this stretch of road this month, following the death of Idries Sheriff, whose passing earlier in December once again raised renewed concerns about cyclist safety along Victoria Road. RELATED | Drunk BMW driver NAMED after cyclist’s death in Camps Bay Avoid the area Authorities have not yet released further details about the latest…
A new week is here, and you know what that means: even more stunning inspos for our gorgeous brides-to-be! Today’s look promises to be truly spectacular, something unique, versatile and absolutely wonderful. Kandice Official designed this outfit with much attention to detail, and we are in awe. The fully beaded black ensemble, paired with the striking green bow, is simply elegant, showcasing a stunning contrast of colour and texture. A look this glamorous only needs makeup that complements it perfectly, and Lonlooks did justice to that. Subsequently, George Snip effortlessly nailed this blazing green gele, tying the look together with…
Springbok prop Thomas du Toit scored a brace of tries as South Africa’s foreign legion impressed across Europe and Japan. French Top 14Flank Sikhumbuzo Notshe and centre JT Jackson started for Montauban in their 61-16 loss to Racing 92. Arno Botha started at lock for Lyon in their 36-22 defeat to Castres at the Stade Pierre-Fabre. Former Sharks centre Jeremy Ward dotted down for Stade Francais in their 35-34 defeat to ex-Stormers scrumhalf Herschel Jantjies‘ Bayonne. Prop Carlu Sadie and flank Tiaan Jacobs started for Bordeaux Begles in their 34-19 loss to Clermont at the Stade Marcel-Michelin. Former Stormers winger Dillyn…
If you have been searching for love and have not yet given social media a chance, it’s not too late! Valerie and Ray’s sweet love story might just be the sign you need…a push to get your own forever started. It all began on one social media app to another, and their conversations just continued to flow effortlessly. They talked about everything just like old friends, and soon, they planned to meet up. It’s absolutely no surprise to us that as soon as they met, the connection was instant. The sparks flew, and that meeting marked the beginning of something…