Author: Prudence Makoge
Life will test you. Adversity will challenge you. But you were built to overcome. That’s the message Lanre Olusola shared on the recent episode of Be Transformed Podcast, breaking down the power of abiding faith, the kind that carried Daniel through the lion’s den and sustains anyone facing trials. Standing firm in the face of adversity isn’t just about endurance. It requires three key pillars: devotion, vigilance, and endurance. Devotion is about consistency. It strengthens spiritual intelligence through daily practices like prayer, meditation, and mindfulness. Just like physical training prepares an athlete for competition, spiritual discipline prepares you for life’s…
Annika Langvad claimed her sixth Absa Cape Epic title and teammate Sofia Gomez Villafana her second, as the well-matched duo controlled the race from Prologue to final pedal stroke over the finish line at Lourensford Wine Estate to win the Aramex UCI Women’s Category in the Western Cape on Sunday, 23 March, 2025. Team Toyota / Specialized’s Langvad’s sixth Absa Cape Epic title makes her the most successful rider in the history of the race, surpassing the five titles shared by Karl Platt and Christoph Sauser. Even more remarkable, Langvad retired from the sport to have a child and has…
Vodacom Bulls winger Seb de Klerk faces a citing and likely suspension while a pair of Bok forwards are nursing knocks ahead of Saturday’s URC clash with Zebre at Loftus. Bulls boss Jake White will be sweating over the injuries to Cameron Hanekom and Johan Grobbelaar, while De Klerk’s red card in round 13 of the URC set to force a back-three reshuffle. The speedster’s dismissal in a last-gasp win against Leinster for a reckless aerial challenge could see him banned for several weeks. His absence opens the door for Springbok star Canan Moodie or Devon Williams, who featured off…
Photo Credit: Osas Ighodaro/Instagram Osas Ighodaro captioned her latest Instagram post “Blessings upon blessings,” but we can’t help but add “Beauty upon beauty” to the mix. The Nollywood is serving luxury in leather, and we’re here for every moment of it. In a series of stunning photos, Osas steps out in a brown leather dress that hugs her figure flawlessly. The form-fitting, sleeveless midi features a deep V-neckline and sculpted lines that highlight her silhouette effortlessly. She keeps it sleek with minimal jewellery, cascading waves, and barely-there makeup, because when you look this good, less is more. If you’ve been…
Prudence Sekgodiso created history when she became the first South African to win a medal in the 800m at a World Indoor Championships – and she did so with a GOLD in the final in Nanjing, China. The 23-year-old is enjoying the best season of her career and she surged to victory on the third and final day of the World Indoor Championships, a perfectly-timed race seeing her sprint away from Ethiopia’s Nigist Getachew in the last 100m to win in 1min 58.40sec. Sekgodiso, a finalist in her first Olympics in Paris last year, has been in superb form in…
Photo Credit: Chioma Akpotha/Instagram It’s that time of the year again. the season when your favourite actors, actresses, and films are recognised for their brilliance on screen. The nominations for the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) are officially in. Hosted by MultiChoice Nigeria, the AMVCAs celebrate outstanding achievements in television, film, entertainment, and digital content creation across Nollywood and the entire African continent. This year’s nominees have delivered unforgettable performances, commanding the screen with depth, intensity, and brilliance. The women have transformed fleeting moments into cinematic triumphs, wielding their craft with precision, grace, and fire. The men have…
Kaizer Chiefs are looking to add more players in the next transfer window hoping to compete with Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns. Amakhosi have struggled for consistency under Nasreddine Nabi, only winning eight of their 22 league matches. Despite bringing in 10 new players, only half of them have impressed this season. One player Kaizer Chiefs was eyeing last transfer window was Azam FC midfielder Feisal Salum. The 27-year-old Tanzanian recently penned a new deal with his club making it very difficult for Amakhosi to sign him next season. “We expect Feisal to deliver results because we are paying him…
Photo Credit: Alma Asinobi/Instagram If there’s one thing you should know about Nigerians, it’s that we never give up, no matter the odds. Alma Asinobi set out to break the Guinness World Record for the “Fastest Time to Visit All Seven Continents,” a title currently held by Johnny Cruz Buckingham, a U.S. Air Force veteran who completed the challenge in 64 hours. But for Alma, this journey was about more than just speed. It was a statement on passport privilege. Many Africans, especially Nigerians, face countless visa rejections simply because of their nationality. She wanted to highlight this struggle while…
The DP World Lions Women thrashed the Fidelity Titans by a 101 runs in a fifth consecutive win to lift the inaugural Hollywoodbets-sponsored Pro50 championship at Wanderers in Johannesburg, on Saturday, 22 March, 2025. The Lions built their win on seven victories in their 10 fixtures in the inaugural season of the professional domestic tournament, and the team was lifted by the return of Women’s Premier League stars Chloe Tryon and Shabnim Ismail in their concluding fixture. Lions lost their first wicket early with the departure of Nonkululeko Thabethe (6 off 15 balls) to Masabata Klaas with the score on…
Photo Credit: Oyebade Adebimpe/Instagram Adebimpe Lateef woke up to the sweetest surprise from her husband, Adedimeji Lateef, and it’s a moment worth watching on repeat. The Nollywood star was serenaded by a live band on the morning of her birthday, dancing through the heartfelt melodies with tears of joy in her eyes. From gifts to prayers and warm wishes, the highlight of the day was undoubtedly Adedimeji Lateef’s touching tribute to his wife. His message had us all swooning: There is still much for me to learn about love, I would like to do so with you. I want to…