Author: Prudence Makoge
Three-time Olympian Elroy Gelant completely rewrote South Africa’s marathon history books when he broke a record that had been standing for 26 years when finishing fourth in Hamburg, Germany. Gelant completed the 42.2km race in 2hr 5min 36sec. The 38-year-old athlete, a former South African record holder over the 5 000m distance on the track, ripped nearly a full minute off the national record set by Gert Thys in Tokyo in 1999. Gelant, who obliterated his personal best of 2:08:56, also qualified for the marathon race at the World Athletics Championships to be held in Tokyo in September, dipping under…
You’ve heard the latest version of Shallipopi’s ‘Laho,’ ‘Laho II.’ It’s the new remix, though not quite a remix, as Burna Boy clarified. According to him, what we first got was actually the remix, and this newly released version is the original track, which couldn’t be released earlier due to certain constraints. But now that it’s finally out and complete with a music video that breathes fresh life into the song, we’re certain you’re already humming that chorus: “Minister of enjoyment, Intercontinental, Monumental, We go live forever.” True to the song’s lively–carefree theme, the video follows suit. We see Shallipopi and…
Les Kiss will replace Joe Schmidt as Australia head coach in 2026 and will lead the Wallabies in their home Rugby World Cup the following year.Schmidt will remain in his role for the upcoming Test series against the British and Irish Lions and the Rugby Championship, before leading the Wallabies into next year’s inaugural Nations Cup.Kiss, who previously worked under Schmidt as an assistant coach with Ireland, will remain Queensland Reds head coach until midway through 2026, when Rugby Australia says there will be an “orderly transfer” in leadership.Australian Kiss, who will become the Wallabies’ fifth head coach in seven…
An outstanding century from Tazmin Brits was not enough in the end as the Proteas Women succumbed to a 15-run defeat in their first match of the One-Day International Tri-Series against India at host nation’s R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo in Sri Lanka, on Tuesday 29 April, 2025. Brits was superb, top-scoring with 109 off 107 balls, including 13 fours and 3 sixes. However, her valiant effort was in vain as South Africa fell short in their chase of India’s formidable 276/6. The Player of the Match, Sneh Rana, starred with the ball for India, claiming a match-winning…
Photo Credit: Omowunmi Dada/Instagram Omowunmi Dada has always brought calm strength to her roles, carrying herself with quiet confidence while lighting up our screens. But in a recent Instagram post, the award-winning actress shared something more personal, a quiet struggle she’s been carrying behind the scenes. For a long time, she lived with intense pain in her leg, showing up for work, performing with grace, and keeping it all to herself. Few knew what she was enduring, even as the world applauded her strength. In a video reel posted on Instagram, Omowunmi takes us through that journey — from X-rays…
Johann van Graan isn’t ruling out the possibility of returning home one day and throwing his hat in the ring to succeed Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus. Under Van Graan’s guidance, English club Bath qualified for the Investec Champions Cup in his first season and last week, secured the top seeding in the Premiership playoffs. On Saturday, Bath face Edinburgh at Hive Stadium in the semi-finals of the EPCR Challenge Cup. As technical advisor at the Vodacom Bulls, the 45-year-old won three Super Rugby titles before helping the Boks secure a 2015 Rugby World Cup bronze medal. He then took…
The Uzodinma twins, Dr Sandra and Sophie, commemorated their birthdays with an event highlighting their dedication to community impact, empowerment, and personal accomplishments. The grand occasion was more than just a birthday celebration; it was a testament to the notable work both sisters are doing to shape the future and inspire change. Dr Sandra Uzodinma launched her highly anticipated book, Postpartum and Beyond, an insightful work that delves into the critical topics of post-maternal health and mental wellness. Powered by her initiative, Moms of Boys, the book aims to shed light on the often-overlooked challenges mothers face after childbirth, while…
There will be three schools teams representing South Africa at the World Championships in Nottingham, England in September, following the completion of the recent 2025 Under-19 Tug-of-War Nationals, writes MARK LEMKE. Qualifying for the global showpiece were the Under-19 girls team from Melkbosstrand High School, the Under-19 boys from Hoër Landbouskool Oakdale and the Under-19 mixed side from Drostdy High School. All three two schools are in the Western Cape – from Cape Town, Riversdal and Worcester, respectively. The girls team from Melbosstrand High School made history by winning gold at the national championships, not losing a single round all the way to the final and becoming the first girls team from the…
As far as I can remember, attending a wedding party was a big deal. Even as a child, I saw how my mother and her friends prepared for weddings. After buying and sewing the overpriced aso-ebi, the desire to look as gorgeous as possible at the celebration is at the forefront of everyone’s mind, and the guests spare no expense to be among the best-dressed. A Nigerian wedding is a symphony of style, with geles of different colours and designs, agbada, caps, lace corset dresses, iro and buba, shining jewellery, beautiful purses, and gorgeous high heels. The beauty of a…
Speaking after last Saturday’s defeat at Millwall, Sheehan confirmed talks had taken place over a long-term contract and said a decision on his future would be made this week. He has always been interested in taking the role on a long-term basis, though he has repeatedly stressed that his ideas on the way forward must align with the club’s vision.A former coach at Luton Town and Southampton, Sheehan joined Swansea as an assistant head coach in the summer 2023.Having initially been part of Michael Duff’s backroom staff, Sheehan first took over as caretaker boss in December 2023, when he helped…