When the North West Flames stepped onto court for the opening week of the 2025 Telkom Netball League, they brought more than just intensity, they brought belief. At the centre of that belief stands their captain, Martiné Jordaan. Reserved off court, relentless on it, Jordaan is not only a rising star in South African netball but also an emerging leader whose influence is growing with every match. After a strong start to the campaign, Jordaan reflects on the team’s performance with pride. “I’m really happy with how we’ve performed. We’ve made a big step up this year, and what excites…
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Photo Credit: Vatican News In a momentous turn of events, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been chosen as the 267th pope of the Catholic Church. The announcement made today on the second day of the papal conclave, followed the familiar sight of white smoke billowing from the Sistine Chapel, signaling to the world that a new leader had been selected. Cardinal Prevost, aged 69 and originally from Chicago, becomes the first-ever pope from the United States. He will be known as Pope Leo XIV, a name that marks a new chapter in the Church’s history. The election process, held behind…
Sharks coach John Plumtree expects two injured Springbok backs to be fit for the Vodacom URC playoffs. Bok centre Lukhanyo Am was a noticeable absentee from the starting lineup for Friday night’s match against Ospreys at Kings Park, with Jurenzo Julius named at 13. “Lukhanyo has a little bit of swelling on his knee around the patella, probably from playing on the 4G pitches in the UK,” said Plumtree. “So he’s had that treated this week with a little bit of fluid drained off. “We’re pretty sure it’s going to settle down over the next five or six days so…
Youth in Animation and Post Production (YAPPI) has launched the YAPPI Creative Fusion Lab, a monthly program designed to offer participants real-world work experience. The first edition, held on Wednesday, April 30th at Pop Landmark, Victoria Island, saw over 500 young women and industry experts engage in a day focused on collaboration and learning through live problem-solving. The event was proudly supported by Landmark Africa, whose vibrant venue amplified the immersive and dynamic experience of the day. Designed as a hands-on platform that bridges classroom instruction with real-world industry experience, YAPPI Creative Fusion Lab invites companies across diverse industries to…
Photo credit: Damson Idris/Instagram Let’s just say if you were running late to the Met Gala, you’d want to pull a Damson Idris. He showed up fashionably late and fully committed, in a literal race car, wearing a full Formula 1 suit and a bedazzled helmet. We didn’t know who it was at first (the mystery! the drama!). The British-Nigerian actor turned the carpet into a full-on movie scene. Picture it: a custom white Tommy Hilfiger race car rolls up to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Out steps Damson in a full F1 racing suit, face hidden behind a Swarovski…
What a powerful force. Mamelodi Sundowns’ dynasty is showing no signs of slowing down. MAMELODI SUNDOWNS CLOSER TO BETWAY PREMIERSHIP GLORY Wednesday night saw Kabo Yellow deliver a 3-0 win over Chippa United. The triumph marked a 21st win in 25 games. With just three more matches left, how many more points do Sundowns need to seal the title? With Orlando Pirates sitting in second position with 52 points, Sundowns, who are first with 64, need just four more points in three matches to end the race. REMAINING FIXTURES: Sunday 11 May: Stellenbosch FC – Home Wednesday 14 May: Chippa…
The Proteas Women went down fighting to India by 23 runs in a high-scoring One-Day International in their match of the Tri-Series at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Wednesday, 7 May, 2025. The result rules South Africa out of contention for a place in Sunday’s final. India set an imposing total of 337/9, powered by a century from Jemimah Rodrigues (123 off 101 balls, 15 fours, 1 six) and an 84-ball 93 (10 fours, 2 sixes) from Deepti Sharma. In response, the Proteas fought valiantly but were restricted to 314/7, bolstered by entertaining innings…
Photo Credit: David Oyelowo/Instagram We’re making noise for David Oyelowo today, and with good reason. You simply have to see the way he danced his way into the Spirit Tunnel on The Jennifer Hudson Show. What a moment it was. As the British-Nigerian actor stepped into the tunnel, he was his usual cool and lively self. A mix of surprise and joy lit up his face as he was met with a cheerful crowd singing, clapping and cheering him on. Naturally, he did what had to be done — he broke into dance. One leg up, a little spin, some…
Defence coach Jaque Fourie says the Lions can’t afford to lose star players like Edwill van der Merwe. The Springbok wing will join the Sharks at the end of the season having opted not to renew his contract at the Joburg-based franchise. Van der Merwe follows in the footsteps of other Lions stars, loose forwards Vincent and Emmanuel Tshituka and flyhalf/fullback Jordan Hendrikse, who swapped the Big Smoke for Durbs. “We have to try to keep our talent here and ensure that all the players in the group improve,” Fourie told Netwerk24. “It was difficult to lose experienced senior men…
Infinix just dropped a new lineup of accessories that blend smart design, real functionality, and stylish appeal, and they are set to be a total game-changer. Whether you’re chasing deadlines, grinding at the gym, or relaxing at home, the XWatch N4 Pro, AI Buds XE37, XBuds N4 Pro, and the sleek new AI Ring are here to make everyday tasks feel effortless. These devices were launched alongside the groundbreaking Infinix NOTE 50 Series as part of the Infinix AI∞ Beta Plan, a bold initiative that marks Infinix’s entrance into the AI-powered Gen Beta era. With this launch, Infinix isn’t just…
