Author: Prudence Makoge
Fellow New Zealand rider Morgan McLaren-Wood, who suffered minor injuries in the crash, paid tribute to Richardson on social media.”Struggling to find the words for what happened,” he said. “Rest in peace Shane and Owen. My heart goes out to both of their families during this heartbreaking time.”New Zealand Hutt City councillor Brady Dyer posted on Facebook: “Shane was proud to be from Wainuiomata and was admired both locally and abroad for his skill and passion.”This is a heartbreaking loss, and I know many in our community will be feeling it deeply.”Fellow New Zealand rider Cormac Buchanan said Shane was…
The Springbok Women’s Sevens team’s hearts were broken by their late defeat to Kenya in their HSBC SVNS Play-off final at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson in Los Angeles County, California, the USA, on Sunday May 4, 2025. The close 17-14 defeat in the play-off means the Bok Women Sevens will have to qualify for Division 2 next season, reverting to the regional route to qualify for the new second-tier competition next season, with China, Brazil, Argentina and Spain progressing from the LA tournament. South Africa still held a 14-10 lead with a minute left on the clock,…
Photo Credit: Marc Jacobs/Instagram All those curious looks and quiet guesses about Rihanna’s recent looks? Completely valid. The singer and Fenty founder confirmed she’s expecting her third child in the most fashionable way possible, on the 2025 Met Gala blue carpet. The night was all about “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and Rihanna showed up as the final guest of the evening, shutting down the red carpet with a baby bump reveal no one could ignore. Her look was a clever nod to this year’s theme and dress code, “Tailored for You,” with a suit-inspired custom outfit by Marc Jacobs. Trust us,…
Celebrate world champion Springbok Danie Rossouw’s birthday with a look back on his illustrious career. The former Bok utility forward, who turns 46 today, was a key member of the team that won the 2007 Rugby World Cup and British & Irish Lions series in 2009. Rossouw embodied the best qualities of an SA forward – fearless, formidable and fiercely loyal. Debuting for the Vodacom Bulls in 1999, the Bok powerhouse became a mainstay at Loftus for over a decade, earning 211 caps and winning three Super Rugby and three Currie Cup titles. His 63-Test journey began at the 2003…
On the 27th of April, at The Palms, Lagos, something deeper than entertainment unfolded. It was WithChudeLive, a soul-baring, conversation-rich experience hosted by celebrated media personality Chude Jideonwo. Although the show was set to start at 2 p.m., it eventually began around 3:15 p.m. The opening featured a nostalgic tribute, showcasing an old interview with the late Ada Ameh and veteran actress Sola Sobowale on screen. This touching moment helped ease the audience into what would become an unforgettable evening. The talk concert was a safe space where some of Nigeria’s biggest stars stripped off their glam and glitz and…
Kirsty Weir has had time to digest and reflect on a life-changing 2024 Paris Paralympic experience – and she is now fully focused on the path ahead that will hopefully lead her to the podium at the 2028 Paralympics in Los Angeles, writes MARK LEMKE. After Paris, the 44-year-old took a break from training. She told Team SA: “Paris was the highest of highs and coming back to reality, when coming home, felt like a very deep low.” The low has passed, and the former Two Oceans Marathon winner is back training and competing. She recently competed in the African…
As consumers, we have more power than we think. Our purchasing decisions can shape the fashion industry’s sustainability and ethics. The first time I discovered the power I have as a consumer was during my service year. While lecturing my students on consumer rights and protection in physical and health education classes, we discussed our rights as consumers. It struck me that I possess significant power in this role. The Power of Customer Choice Every year, fashion brands often face criticism for their contributions to global warming and environmental issues from their production processes. However, this responsibility does not fall…
Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea) and Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa): These two are on a similar trajectory. Really impressive performance: box to box, combative and they did everything they needed to do. Tielemans has been great for Villa and now Villa are trying to work out who fits in around him. Before it was chopping and changing – was it Amadou Onana, was it John McGinn? Now it’s Tielemans and whoever. Fernandez is the same: a £100m price tag, won the World Cup. Everyone was a little bit worried, but he’s chipping in with goal after goal and performance after performance.Kevin Schade…
The 2025 SA U21 IPT closes with unforgettable champions Northern Blues winning the women’s crown, beating Western Province 1-0 to defend their title on home soil at Cornwall Hill College in Centurion, Gauteng, on Saturday, 3 May, 2025. A week of high drama, rising stars, and unforgettable moments came to a close, and for Northern Blues, the gold medal came with history, heart, and hero moments. It was a final match that lived up to the weight of the occasion — tight, tactical, and nervy throughout. Defending Champs North West Show Up to Qualify for 2025 Hockey IPT Semi-Finals May…
In a world where women continue to break barriers and reshape narratives in the creative industry, creating spaces that foster growth, collaboration, and inspiration is more important than ever. That’s exactly what TAFTA’s Women’s Kreatives Connect Summit (WKCS) set out to do – and the result was a powerful, high-energy gathering that left attendees feeling empowered and ready to take on the world. Held as part of TAFTA’s ongoing mission to empower and inspire the next generation of creatives, WKCS created a space where women in the creative industry could connect, learn, and grow. From keynote addresses to hands-on breakout…