Author: Prudence Makoge
When looking back at Springbok history, there have been some sensational wingers that have donned the green and gold, many of whom wore the No 11 jersey. There are simply too many players to pick from, ranging from Syd Nomis to Pieter Rossouw to Chester Williams to Pieter Hendriks to Makazole Mapimpi, to name just some of the stars who have actually missed out on a top three ranking. So, who has cracked the nod instead? This is our painstaking ranking below. TOP THREE SPRINGBOK LEFT WINGS OF ALL TIME 1) Bryan Habana Springbok rugby royalty. That’s perhaps the best…
Last week, following the release of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) nominations, arguably the biggest movie award on the African continent, critics discussed the quality of movies coming out of the continent as a yearly practice. While Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry, is the second-largest producer of movies globally, releasing about 2,500 films annually, the AMVCA remains committed to spotlighting works across the continent. Despite ongoing criticism, the African film industry continues to demonstrate that filmmakers are intentional about telling stories that reflect the continent’s diverse cultures. As we await the main AMVCA award ceremony in May, the…
The Bulls Daisies once again proved they have no peers on the provincial scene by beating DHL Western Province 46-31 in a pulsating Women’s Premier Division final that delivered 12 tries, with the champions from Pretoria defending the title they’ve held since 2023 under lights at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, 29 March, 2025. In a most thrilling of finals, the visitors delivered a very promising first half, going into half-time with the scores tied at 17-17, but once the Daisies made some adjustments in the second half, they broke clear to seal another well-deserved win. DHL WP never stopped trying,…
If there’s one soup that deserves the most versatile title, it’s vegetable soup. It goes with just about anything, swallow, rice, boiled yam, and even plantain. Today, Uzoms Kitchen is showing us how she makes hers with chicken. She starts by cooking the chicken, stockfish, scotch bonnet peppers, crayfish, and seasoning together for about 10 minutes. Once the flavours have settled in, she adds more crayfish, smoked fish, and palm oil, stirring everything together before letting it cook a little longer. Next, in goes the washed and sliced waterleaf, followed by another round of pepper, crayfish, and oil. She lets…
A second-half fightback from the Sharks wasn’t enough to deny Vodacom URC front-runners Leinster victory in Durban on Saturday. Trailing 5-0 at half time, the Sharks dominated possession but ultimately paid the price for 12 handling errors and numerous turnovers in a 10-7 defeat at Kings Park. Leinster struck first through replacement Henry McErlean’s try against a 14-man Sharks outfit, after scrumhalf Jaden Hendrikse was yellow-carded for cynical play. The humid conditions disrupted the flow for both teams, and the visitors defended resolutely to deny the home side just before the break. The Irish tourists extended their lead early in…
The 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is shaping up to be a celebration of African cinema at its finest, with “Seven Doors,” “Lisabi: The Uprising,” “Skeleton Coast,” and “Christmas in Lagos” leading the pack as the most nominated films this year. The prestigious annual ceremony, organised by MultiChoice and Africa Magic, honours excellence in film and television, spotlighting outstanding performances, compelling storytelling, and technical brilliance. With eleven nominations, ‘Seven Doors’ is this year’s most recognised film, receiving nods in categories such as Best Indigenous Language (West Africa), Best Lead Actor, Best Lead Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Director,…
Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels makes a “super save” to deny Brighton’s Diego Gomez in extra-time of their FA Cup quarter-final tie. Source link
On the COLORS stage, Jacob Banks poured his heart into a soulful performance of ‘A Tree Never Waters Itself,’ delivering a spellbinding rendition of the closing track from ‘Yonder: Book 1,’ the first instalment of his three-part album. In the song, the Nigerian-born British singer-songwriter reflects on resilience in the face of adversity (“a sword in my back and a gun to my head”) and the illusion of effortless strength (“the picture of health with a price on my head”). Yet, the refrain serves as a poignant reminder that no one thrives alone—his journey has been shaped by unseen forces,…
In a season that has been dominated by South African golfers, it took a career-low round from England’s Thalia Martin to break that hold as her seven-under-par 65 earned her the lead going into Saturday’s final around of the Absa Ladies Invitational at Royal Johannesburg in Gauteng, on Friday, 28 March, 2025. The 28-year-old golfer produced a bogey-free round of seven birdies for a tournament total of 10 under par. Her closest challenger, Norway’s Madelene Stavnar, trails by three shots on seven under par after her four-under-par 68. South Africa’s Casandra Alexander heads into the final round on six under…
One of Nigeria’s premier cultural events, Zero Gravity Lagos, is set to return for its highly anticipated third season, running from March 30, 2025, to February 15, 2026. Curated by DJs Consequence and Eniola Tizzle, the event has run consistently on Sundays since 2023. Hosted at Sol Beach, Elegushi, it takes place every Sunday from 3:00 PM until late, offering a beachside gathering centered around music, culture, and community. Expect an eclectic blend of music, live performances, and pure vibes—all led by DJ Consequence. The event also features the Zero Gravity Lagos YouTube Live Mix Series, which has quickly gained…