Author: Prudence Makoge
Boan Venter is looking forward to being closer to family and friends when he returns to South Africa next year. The loosehead prop has spent the past six seasons playing for Edinburgh, which initially included plans to qualify to play Test rugby for for Scotland. However, the former Cheetah was called up by Rassie Erasmus and made his Springbok debut against Georgia in Nelspruit in July. Venter went on to earn eight Test caps in 2025, featuring prominently in wins over Argentina in Durban, France in Paris and Ireland in Dublin. “The opportunities I have been given at the Springboks…
Let me paint a picture we all know too well.You and your guy are chilling after a long week. Music is playing, vibes are right, and someone opens the fridge to bring out the Guinness. It’s cold. It’s calling your name. But then – you both freeze.Only one can.You look at him. He looks at you. Suddenly, everybody wants to be “generous” by saying, “You can have it.” But deep down? You both know one can is not enough to go around. And sharing sip-by-sip? Abeg, we’ve seen enough shege this year. Well, Guinness must have been watching this struggle…
Like every other year, Nigerian artists showed up in 2025. From stellar singles, EPs, to albums, the artists keep giving the world a reason to return to Afrobeats. From established superstars like Davido, Burna Boy and BNXN to rising stars like FOLA, Shallipopi, the Nigerian music scene has yet again delivered projects blending Afrobeats with R&B, hip-hop, amapiano and international influences, further exporting the Nigerian sound to global audiences. In no particular order, these are albums released this year: Auracle – Shallipopi Every year since his breakout in 2023, Shallipopi has made it a tradition to release an album every…
Zimbabwe have received a timely boost ahead of their crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Group B clash against Angola, with Knowledge Musona, Sean Fusire and Divine Lunga all returning to full training. The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) confirmed that the trio have recovered from injuries that ruled them out of Tuesday’s opening match against Egypt and will be available for selection on Friday. Zimbabwe Warriors: Injured trio back in full training Musona, Fusire and Lunga picked up their injuries during a training session ahead of the tournament, forcing them to miss the Warriors’ narrow defeat to Egypt. However, ZIFA…
Two Springbok stalwarts could be swapping Japan’s Rugby League One for the English Premiership. Faf de Klerk and Jesse Kriel are rumoured to be on the move at the end of the season, with reports linking both players to a possible return to European rugby. RugbyPass reports that De Klerk is attracting interest from his former club the Sale Sharks, while the Newcastle Red Bulls are also expected to enter the race for his signature. Newcastle have already signalled their intent to recruit aggressively, announcing the high-profile signing of All Blacks loose forward Hoskins Sotutu for next season, as the…
Qbeescloset, the luxury fashion concierge founded by Bola Coker, officially opened its first physical store in Lagos, marking a significant milestone for the brand. With over 25 years of experience curating rare and authentic high-end pieces for women across the world, Bola Coker created a launch event designed to celebrate her journey and showcase Qbeescloset’s dedication to authenticity, quality, and personalized luxury service. The day began with an intimate brunch amongst a curated set of tastemakers, among whom were Marian Timmer, Efe Tommy, Ify Okoye, Anita Adetoye, Noble Igwe, and Diana Eneje. Attendees were welcomed with luxury gifts and surprises,…
When true love finds you, everything clicks in the snap of a finger: the chemistry, the bond, the connection, all of it. Toyosi and Bolu share something this phenomenal, and it has led them all the way to their beautiful Yoruba traditional wedding. The lovebirds are absolutely glowing in love as well as in their radiant traditional attire. From the way they look at each other to their undiluted elegance and grace, we can tell that what they have is truly amazing. They complete themselves, and it’s only right that their sweet bond has brought them to this adventure of…
Donning the green and gold of the Springboks remains one of the highest honours in world rugby – and it comes with significant rewards. The Springboks ended the 2025 Test season exactly where they began: firmly on top of the global rugby rankings after another commanding year at international level. Unsurprisingly, several of South Africa’s biggest names featured prominently throughout the campaign. Wilco Louw, Ox Nche, Malcolm Marx, Ruan Nortje, Siya Kolisi, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Cobus Reinach, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Damian de Allende all ranked among the most rewarded players in the national squad. But which Springbok earned the most…
Photo Credit: Vogue Weddings/Instagram Venus Williams is married, and the news feels just as joyful as it sounds. The tennis icon has tied the knot with Italian actor and producer Andrea Preti, confirming the news on social media today. Their wedding celebrations unfolded across two countries, beginning with an intimate ceremony in Italy and ending with a multi-day celebration in Florida. Venus and Andrea first exchanged vows in September during a small ceremony in Ischia, Italy. They had planned to hold their main wedding there, but paperwork delays changed those plans. Speaking to Vogue, Venus shared, “We had this dream…
Siya Kolisi has explained why he’s leaving the Sharks for a second time. Kolisi began his professional career with the Stormers before joining the Sharks in 2021. After asking to be released from his contract, the Springbok captain moved to Racing 92 following the 2023 World Cup. His stint in France proved unsuccessful, with the Sharks paying a reported R17-million to secure his early release and bring him back to Durban after just one season. Last season, Kolisi attempted to return to the Stormers after he and his then wife Rachel announced their divorce. The Sharks held him to his…