Author: Prudence Makoge
Damian Willemse’s 100th appearance for the Stormers on Saturday should be extra special with the news that fellow playmaker Manie Libbok is in line for selection. Libbok is “fit and ready to play” in the Vodacom URC round 17 clash against Dragons at Cape Town Stadium, according to Willemse and Stormers attack coach Dawie Snyman. The World Cup and URC-winning flyhalf hurt his knee against Leinster in January, and the 27-year-old’s availability is a boost as John Dobson’s men resume their march to the URC playoffs after a brief hiatus in the competition. Willemse made his Stormers debut at the…
Photo credit: Chimezie Imo/Instagram Since its debut in 2013, the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) has grown into more than just a glamorous night out. It’s become a space where stories come alive, emotions run high, and the people behind Africa’s most powerful films and TV shows are celebrated in unforgettable ways. Each edition brings something new — surprise skits that leave us laughing, powerful speeches that tug at the heart, and unexpected moments that get everyone talking. Whether it’s a fresh face on the stage or a familiar icon receiving long-overdue recognition, the ceremony continues to reflect the…
There are 12 different South African athletes who feature in the top 10 best track and field performances in the world for 2025, with three of them being in the men’s 100m and three in the men’s 200m. All of Akani Simbine, Bayanda Walaza and Gift Leotlela have gone under 10 seconds for the sprint, and Simbine’s 9.90 is the fastest in the world so far. In the 200m, Walaza is joined by Sinesipho Dambile and Naeem Jack in cracking the world top 10. Other South Africans making their mark on the world stage this year are Zakiti Nene, Tshepo…
Photo Credit: Mike Epps/Instagram Mike Epps stepped onto The Jennifer Hudson Show like the star he is, dancing his way through the Spirit Tunnel with a big smile and plenty of energy. From the moonwalk to the breakdance, he pulled out all the moves while the team clapped and cheered to a lively tune. It felt like one big celebration. The comments under the clip, posted on The Jennifer Hudson Show’s page, were just as fun and full of love. “No matter the song or the beat… Mike Epps was going to do that dance no matter what!” one person…
Kaizer Chiefs supporters have heard this name several times before. Can he finally come to Naturena? KAIZER CHIEFS TARGET AZIZ KI According to Soccer Laduma, the club’s coaches, Nasreddine Nabi and Cedric Kazi, are keen on reuniting with the 29-year-old Ivorian from their days at Yanga. “The team is having problems to sign another Tanzanian based midfielder in Feisal Salum and that’s why they are believed to be reigniting their pursuit for Aziz Ki,” a source told the outlet. “You know both coach (Nasreddine) Nabi and (Cedric) Kaze know Aziz Ki very well and they apparently believe that he could…
Composed half-centuries from Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari steered Sri Lanka to a five-wicket victory over the Proteas Women in the second ODI of the Tri-Series at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium on Friday, 2 May, 2025. All-rounder Annerie Dercksen top-scored for South Africa with an unbeaten maiden half-century, dispatching four fours and a six for a 60-ball 61, to help the Proteas to 235/9 before Samarawickrama (77 off 93 balls; 8 fours) and Dilhari (61 off 75 balls; 6 fours, 1 six) successfully anchored the hosts’ chase. South Africa endured a stuttering start to their innings after being…
Fimí breezed into the scene with a certain ease. No viral breakout, no manufactured hype, just a steady presence and a sound that catches your ear for how self-assured it feels. Her flow is deliberate and fluid, shifting pace when it needs to, yet always holding its shape. There’s a sense that she’s not just here to participate; she’s here to build. That quiet confidence also extends to how she presents herself. Online, she goes by Fimiwiththeflow, and there’s a certain calm in her delivery, like someone who’s clear on the beat she’s choosing to walk to. In her visuals, she…
Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe scored 28 points, including two tries, in a Man of the Match outing to help Suntory Sungoliath book a playoff spot in Japan League One. SAFFAS ABROAD: Trokkie tramples Leinster, Kolbe stars for Sungoliath 🇿🇦 Cheslin Kolbe scored 2 tries, 28 points & won POTM as Suntory clinched the 6th & final play-off spot #rugbyjp pic.twitter.com/Utf6GPZ61A — 🇯🇵 RugbyJP.com (@rugbyjpcom) May 5, 2025 Photo: @sungoliath/(X)/Aki Nagao Source link
Award-winning Nigerian filmmaker Joel Kachi Benson has scored two Emmy nominations for ‘Madu,’ the riveting feature documentary he co-directed with Oscar-nominated filmmaker, Matt Ogens. Nominated in the categories of Outstanding Arts and Culture Documentary and Outstanding Direction at the News and Documentary Emmy Awards, the recognition marks a historic milestone – making Bension the first Nigeria documentary filmmaker to be nominated for Outstanding Direction and signaling a significant leap forward for the nation’s document film industry. ‘Madu’ tells the inspirational true story of Anthony Madu, a young ballet dancer from Lagos whose video dancing in the rain went viral and…
Ever thought of adding fresh corn on the cob to your pepper soup? If you haven’t tried it yet, now’s the perfect time, and Raphiat’s Lifestyle shows you exactly how to do it. In her latest recipe, she prepares a rich and flavour-packed goat meat pepper soup, with sweet corn as a surprise twist. The ingredients list is a blend of traditional spices and bold flavours: ehuru (calabash nutmeg), akpi seeds (njasang), gbafilo, dried ginger, alligator pepper, uda, chilli pepper, aidan, uziza, goat meat, fresh corn, onions, bell peppers, habanero peppers, garlic, seasoning cubes, and salt. She starts by dry-toasting…