Author: Prudence Makoge

The para swimming gala at the 2025 Toyota SASAPD National championships concluded in record-breaking fashion in Gqeberha on Monday. Over two thrilling sessions, a total of nine new national marks were established. Among the countries newest record holders is Gauteng’s William le Roux who at 14-years-old broke the men’s open 1500m S9 record by over 10 seconds. The double leg amputee hopes to use his swimming talent to secure a bursary at an international university and inspire others to go for their dreams despite their disabilities. Gauteng won the team trophy led by Paralympic swimming legend turned coach, Tadhg Slattery.…

Photo Credit: Kehinde Bankole/Instagram Kehinde Bankole knows how to tell a story. One that pulls you in and keeps you watching. Have you noticed how she has a way of keeping you glued to the screen? From her early days in Super Story to playing a trailblazer like Funmilayo Ransome–Kuti, a mother fighting for her children in ‘Sista,’ or a woman outrunning her past in ‘Adire,’ the two time AMVCA award winning actress gives performances that feel deeply personal. Whether she’s on stage or in film, Kehinde Bankole moves through stories with an ease that makes each character feel real. Her filmography…

Big games require big players. Is this how Orlando Pirates should line up against MC Alger in the Champions League quarter-final first leg in North Africa? Caf Champions League quarter-final first leg coming up Pirates will be quietly confident they can stamp their ticket into the Champions League semi-finals. They face the Algerian side MC Alger over two legs in the quarter-finals. The first leg takes place on Tuesday, 01 April at 21:00 in North Africa.  Predicted Orlando Pirates XI vs MC Alger Chaine; Van Rooyen, Sibisi, Mbokazi, Hotto; Mbatha, Makhaula; Mkota, Maswanganyi, Mofokeng; Makgopa. Potential Orlando Pirates XI with new rumoured…

Photo credit: Davido/Instagram April 18 is almost here, and the excitement around Davido’s upcoming ‘5IVE‘ is palpable. But before we dive into this new era, let’s take a moment to reflect on what his fourth studio album, ‘Timeless,’ brought us two years ago today. After taking a break from the spotlight, Davido returned with a 17-track masterpiece that was nothing short of legendary. With instant hits like ‘Unavailable,’ ‘Over Dem,’ ‘Feel,’ ‘No Competition,’ and ‘Away,’ ‘Timeless’ quickly became the soundtrack to everything. It was nearly impossible to scroll through social media without seeing dance challenges or hearing these tracks playing everywhere…

The Bulls Daisies will be looking for a repeat of the last two years’ Women’s Premier Division finals, where they outplayed DHL Western Province, when the two teams meet again at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria – the same venue of the last two finals – at 17h15 on Saturday, to conclude the 2025 season. From the gsport Newsroom Archives, August 2024 The Daisies earned hosting rights by finishing top of the log in a shortened competition, where teams only played a single round, dominating proceedings by winning all seven their matches, scoring 512 points and only conceding 37 in the…

Photo credit: jackieappiah/Instagram Jackie Appiah is serving elegance in shades of brown, bringing warmth and sophistication to her Eid look. Eid al-Fitr is an important celebration for Muslims around the world, marking the end of a month of fasting and prayer. It’s a time for reflection, gratitude, and celebrating with family and friends. The fashion on this day is all about a mix of tradition and personal style, with everyone stepping out in their finest. Jackie absolutely nails it in a rich brown organza gown, pairing it with a matching hijab that frames her face beautifully. The look is finished off with…

Duhan van der Merwe is questionable for Friday’s EPCR Challenge Cup clash in Edinburgh as head coach Sean Everitt prepares for a “dangerous” Lions outfit. The SA-born Scotland flyer limped off in the opening minutes of last week’s resounding 38-5 victory against the Dragons, wearing a protective boot after leaving the field.  The Scottish club issued an update on Monday that they are awaiting the results of an MRI scan on Van der Merwe’s ankle. Edinburgh’s win over the Dragons propelled Everitt’s men back into the Vodacom URC’s top eight, but the former Sharks boss admitted the performance was far…

Paralympian Yane van der Merwe overcame challenging conditions to set a new African record in the women’s discus F44 at the 2025 Toyota SASAPD National Championships in Gqeberha on Sunday.  Despite the cold sea breeze, Van der Merwe launched a throw of 34.06m on her fourth attempt, a new continental record and also a personal best for the athlete. “I’m really happy with this result,” said Van der Merwe. “It’s been a goal I’ve been working towards for the past three months of competition, so it’s great to finally achieve it. After three throws that didn’t go my way, to…

Amstel Malta marked International Women’s Month by providing tangible support to female entrepreneurs, awarding business grants to twelve successful women-led businesses in Nigeria. This initiative concretely demonstrated the brand’s commitment to fostering female entrepreneurship and enabling financial independence. The campaign, designed to blend the vibrancy of physical marketplaces with the expansive reach of digital media, spotlighted women-owned businesses across Nigeria. At the bustling Iponri Market in Lagos, Amstel Malta surprised two women entrepreneurs with a grant award of ₦200,000 each, amplifying their resilience and dedication to commerce. Beyond the marketplace, the initiative extended its impact through a digital call for…

The office of US President Donald Trump has reportedly launched an initiative to convert small office spaces in Pretoria into refugee centers for thousands of white Afrikaners. In February, Trump stated that Afrikaners could be admitted as refugees in the U.S. because they are “victims of unjust racial discrimination.” This statement followed the South African government’s implementation of the Expropriation Bill. According to The New York Times, the initiative, called Mission South Africa, aims to assist Afrikaners in entering the US as refugees. The program, which is being rolled out in phases, has reviewed over 8,200 resettlement requests and identified…