Author: Prudence Makoge
The Nigerian skincare industry just witnessed a major milestone with the official launch of Eucerin, the globally recognised dermatological skincare brand by Beiersdorf, makers of NIVEA. Held at the prestigious Marriott Hotel in Lagos on Friday, March 28, 2025, the event brought together dermatologists, skincare experts, pharmacists, and beauty enthusiasts for an immersive experience into the science of safe and effective skincare. Science Meets Skincare: Addressing Hyperpigmentation For decades, many Nigerians have turned to harsh, unregulated bleaching products in the quest for even-toned skin. Recognising this challenge, Beiersdorf Nigeria introduced its Eucerin range of scientifically proven products with Thiamidol, a…
Tickets for the Springboks’ three home Test matches in July are set to go on sale. The Boks take on Italy in a two-Test series in Pretoria and Gqeberha, before meeting Georgia in Mbombela. Tickets will be available exclusively from Ticketmaster from Friday, 16 May. Details of an additional home match against the Barbarians will also be announced shortly. Tickets for the Boks’ home matches in their defence of the Rugby Championship title will go on sale on Friday, 13 June. “This is more than just the start of the season – it’s a chance for South Africans to once…
Photo Credit: Veekee James/Instagram Veekee James does it again, this time in a fresh look by Nigerian fashion brand Mimmi Kasu that’s all about clean lines and quiet confidence. The outfit centres around a structured coat and mini skirt in a rich olive-brown tone. With its wide lapels and cinched waist, the coat feels sharp yet elegant, tailored to flatter without trying too hard. Underneath, Veekee wears a crisp white shirt that lifts the look. A black bow tie adds a playful twist, offering a subtle touch of androgyny while keeping things polished. She completes the outfit with sleek black…
The stage is set for an explosive men’s 200m final on the third day of the SA Nationals Track and Field Championships in Potchfstroom after the three top times were separated by just 0.05sec. It was the 20-year-old Abdurahman Karriem in 20.40 to top the opening semi-final. He finished comfortably ahead of Bayanda Walaza, the Paris 2024 Olympic relay silver medallist who earlier ran the fastest time of the day in the heats with 20.21. In the other two semi-finals, Sinsesipho Dambile impressed with a time of 20.42, while 17-year-old Naeem Jack showed that he means business by winning the last of the semi-finals in…
The Science of Trade (SOT) Conference 2025 is not just back—it’s bigger, bolder, and primed to elevate your business prowess on a global scale. Registration opens from 7:00 a.m., so ensure you arrive early. Breakfast for participants will be served daily between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Don’t let traffic stop you from making the most of each day. Here are a few highlights to expect: Be One of 40 Selected for the 2026 Global Trade Mission: At SOT 2024, 20 outstanding attendees were selected for a trade mission to the United States — a pioneer group now embarking on…
On Wednesday, SA Rugby announced a landmark four-year partnership agreement with Hyundai Automotive South Africa as the new official vehicle of South Africa’s junior national teams and the FNB Youth Week rugby tournaments. The exciting partnership comes after FNB and Pick N Pay become frontline sponsors for the Springbok teams. Now at the youth level, this latest deal will see Hyundai Automotive South Africa’s iconic logo appear for the first time on the playing shorts of South Africa’s Under-20 men’s in Rugby Championship U20 tournament, which kicks off in Gqeberha on Thursday. Big boost for SA Rugby at junior level…
Day 4 of the Telkom Netball League delivered a thrilling mix of upsets, dominating performances, and nail-biting finishes, with the North West Flames and Southern Stings locking horns in a 57-all classic at the Sun City Super Bowl outside Rustenburg, in the North West Province on Tuesday, 29 April 2025. In a match that captivated the audience, the North West Flames and Southern Stings delivered a thrilling and closely contested game that ended in a tie at 57-57 as scores by the quarter first gave the Flames a 1-point advantage before Stings exerted a 1-point lead in the second and…
When was the last time you heard Olamide and Wizkid on a track together? It’s been a minute, right? Since songs like ‘Totori‘ and ‘For Example’ (remember that Kayswitch feature?), the duo has been quiet on the collab front. But they’re back, and they’ve brought the heat with a new track titled ‘Kai!’ ‘Kai!’ is a feel-good, dance-ready tune packed with swagger, nightlife buzz, and cheeky flirtation. It’s all about enjoying the moment, living large, and being completely taken by a woman who has you at a loss for words — all you can say is ‘Kai!’ The lyrics set…
Veteran Wallabies playmaker Kurtley Beale makes his comeback from a long-term injury for the Western Force against the Blues on Friday. The 36-year-old has been recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon, an injury he suffered in June while on club duty for Randwick, just days after being named in the Wallabies squad. Beale played the last of his 95 Tests in November of 2021, a 29-28 reverse against Wales in Cardiff. Force coach Simon Cron has picked the veteran to start at fullback as the Perth team travels to Auckland to battle the Blues in round 12 of Super Rugby.…
Credit: Rollingstone/Instagram Only Beyoncé could open a tour with a flying convertible, a mechanical bull, and a robot serving her whiskey. She put on a show as big as Texas. The performance came with all the bells and whistles, literally. We’re talking flying through the air while suspended on a giant horseshoe, singing “Tyrant” on a mechanical bull, and playing at a piano that was lit on fire, all set to an arena pulsing with excitement. But the night’s most unforgettable moment came when her seven-year-old daughter, Rumi Carter, made her stage debut. Adding an extra layer of sweetness to…