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Lemurs Love This Fruit That Is Choking Madagascar’s Forests
The strawberry guava, one of the world’s worst invasive species, hinders forest restoration on the island while feeding its famous endangered primates. The strawberry guava,
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France loose forward faces lengthy ban
Oscar Jegou has been cited for an alleged eye-gouge on Ewan Ashman during France’s Six Nations clash against Scotland at Murrayfield. The incident occurred during

Crusaders teammates in training brawl
Tensions boiled over at Crusaders training on Tuesday as two teammates exchanged punches during a contact session in Christchurch. Prop Kershawl Sykes-Martin and lock Will

Where has Naas disappeared to?
Springbok legend Naas Botha and his family have reportedly left the country. Netwerk24 reports that the Bothas have apparently moved to the USA, although details

Varsity Cup: Eagles soar in Bloem, Tuks stay top
The NWU Eagles bounced back with victory over Shimlas in Bloemfontein, while there were big Varsity Cup wins for Tuks, UCT and Maties on Monday.

Eddie: Rassie’s a rugby guru
Eddie Jones says he was blown away by what he found on Rassie Erasmus’ laptop in 2007. Speaking on the Behind the Ruck podcast, Jones

Keo & Zels: Rennie will give Rassie heartburn
The boys insist that Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry just intensified with the appointment of Dave Rennie as All Blacks coach – and they rave about Italy

South Africa : Cyril Ramaphosa takes his time to appoint new ambassador to France
Since the sudden death of diplomat Nathi Mthethwa on 30 September 2025, the post of South African ambassador to France has been vacant. A new ambassador
Music

Da L.E.S and Maggz Launch Collaborative Podcast “The Da L.E.S & Maggz Show”
The post Da L.E.S and Maggz Launch Collaborative Podcast “The Da L.E.S & Maggz Show” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Da L.E.S and Maggz Launch Collaborative Podcast “The Da L.E.S & Maggz Show.” South Africa’s hip-hop scene is lighting up as veteran rappers Da L.E.S (Leslie Mampe Jr.)

DJ Speedsta Reveals Fallout With Zoocci Coke Dope After Defending Stay Low
The post DJ Speedsta Reveals Fallout With Zoocci Coke Dope After Defending Stay Low appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Speedsta Reveals Fallout With Zoocci Coke Dope After Defending Stay Low. South African hip-hop personality DJ Speedsta has spoken publicly about fallout with longtime collaborator Zoocci Coke Dope

“When We Were Doing Hip hop, It Was The Number 1 Genre,” L-Tido Highlights Generational Disconnect In SA Hip Hop
The post “When We Were Doing Hip hop, It Was The Number 1 Genre,” L-Tido Highlights Generational Disconnect In SA Hip Hop appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “When We Were Doing Hip Hop, It Was The Number 1 Genre,” L-Tido Highlights Generational Disconnect In SA Hip Hop. Veteran

SA Hip Hop Waits In Vain for Minister Gayton McKenzie’s R12 Million Festival Pledge
The post SA Hip Hop Waits In Vain for Minister Gayton McKenzie’s R12 Million Festival Pledge appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. SA Hip Hop Waits In Vain for Minister Gayton McKenzie’s R12 Million Festival Pledge. Nearly a year and a half after a high-profile visit to the South

Lucasraps Announces ‘Y.O.G’ Project Release Date
The post Lucasraps Announces ‘Y.O.G’ Project Release Date appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lucasraps Announces ‘Y.O.G’ Project Release Date. South African hip-hop artist Lucasraps has stirred major excitement in the local music scene after confirming that his long-awaited project, Y.O.G., is finally on the way. Lucasraps Announces ‘Y.O.G’

Stogie T Shares Insightful Take On The Depth Behind The Word ‘Rapper’
The post Stogie T Shares Insightful Take On The Depth Behind The Word ‘Rapper’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Stogie T Shares Insightful Take On The Depth Behind The Word ‘Rapper.’ South African hip-hop icon Stogie T recently offered a deeply reflective take on identity, creativity, and what
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Paul Onuachu sets an amazing record in Europe
Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu has made history by becoming the first African player to score 20 league goals across Europe’s top leagues this season.

Digital Fragmentation: The Overlooked Cybersecurity Risk for SMEs
Across South Africa, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are embracing digital tools at a rapid pace. From cloud accounting platforms and customer relationship management (CRM)

2025/26: FA Cup Quarter-final draw
The 2025/26 FA Cup quarter-final draw has taken place, setting up the next stage of England’s historic domestic competition as clubs battle for a place
Education

World Storytelling Day: Sharing Stories of Girls’ Empowerment in East Africa
World Storytelling Day: Sharing Stories of Girls’ Empowerment in East Africa Every story has the power to inspire change. On World Storytelling Day, celebrated each year around March 20, people across the globe come together to share stories that connect communities, cultures, and generations. For organizations like Asante Africa Foundation,

International Women’s Day: Veneration in a Fight Not Finished
International Women’s Day: Veneration in a Fight Not Finished Breaking Barriers Worldwide In Canada, a CEO delivers a 5 year anniversary speech to her employees. In Bolivia, a lawmaker prepares her notes for the assembly room proceedings. In Tibet, a theologian advises her pupil on finding spiritual transcendence. In Australia,

Opening Pathways to Education for Vulnerable Children in Rural Tanzania
Opening Pathways to Education for Vulnerable Children in Rural Tanzania For many children in rural Tanzania, staying in school is not just about motivation. Long distances, safety risks and financial pressure often determine whether a child attends class or drops out altogether. For girls, these barriers are even higher. A

The Impact of Girls Empowerment Across Africa
The Impact of Girls Empowerment Across Africa Across Africa, the conversation around development, economic growth, and community resilience increasingly points to one undeniable truth: empowering girls is foundational to lasting change. When girls are educated, supported, and given economic opportunity, entire communities benefit. When they are not, the consequences echo

Expanding Access to Quality Education Through Offline-First Innovation
Expanding Access to Quality Education Through Offline-First Innovation At Asante Africa Foundation, we believe access to quality education should not be limited by geography or connectivity. Meaningful progress requires partnerships that address systemic barriers and deliver practical, context-responsive solutions for learners and educators. Since 2021, we have partnered with Learning

Life Savers: High School Girls Bring STEM Solutions to Marsabit’s Water Crisis
Life Savers: High School Girls Bring STEM Solutions to Marsabit’s Water Crisis In the arid landscape of Marsabit, Kenya, where prolonged droughts have long challenged communities’ access to clean water, a group of high school girls from Moi Girls Marsabit are developing innovative solutions that could transform their region’s future.
Entertainment

Adebimpe Alafe: Why My Period Left Me Exhausted Every Month
There is a specific kind of tired that no amount of sleep fixes. It is not the tired you feel after a long day of work, or the tired that comes from staying up too late scrolling through your phone. It is a trait that lives in your bones. A

Tems Leads the Polka Dot Trend in a Custom Ruched Silhouette at the O2 Arena | See Photos
A close-up portrait of Tems wearing a monochromatic polka dot dress with a high, ruched neckline. She is wearing small silver hoop earrings and her hair is styled in a structured updo. Photo Credit: Tems/Instagram Polka dots were in full display at the O2 Arena in London on 7th March

Leadership, Action & Purpose: Mfon Ekpo Speaks at International Women’s Day Celebration in Uyo
International speaker and human development consultant Mfon Ekpo delivered a powerful address at the 2026 International Women’s Day celebration held on 7 March 2026 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, speaking before an audience of approximately 50,000 people gathered to mark the global observance. The

Meet Wendy Okolo: the Nigerian Woman Making Aircraft and Spacecraft Safer for All of Us
Dr Wendy Okolo, the first Black woman to earn a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, wearing a blue NASA bomber jacket and smiling against a dark background. Photo Credit: Wendy Okolo/Instagram Did you know that at NASA’s Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley, there is a Nigerian woman whose work is

Awww! Femi Otedola Called Tolani, Cuppy & Temi His Greatest Investments for International Women’s Day
Femi Otedola with his daughters DJ Cuppy, Temi Ajibade, and Tolani Otedola in coordinated white and cream outfits for International Women’s Day 2026. Photo Credit: Femi Otedola/Instagram Femi Otedola called his three daughters his “greatest investments” for International Women’s Day and posted a photo to go with it, and honestly

Inside TeKnowledge’s Executive Leadership Brunch Celebrating Women Powering Africa’s Digital Future
Stephanie Imohede, Africa Skilling Leader at TeKnowledge; Oluwatomisin Mordi, Country HR Manager at TeKnowledge; Ifeoluwa Ayoade, Vice President, Product & Engineering at Zest Payments Ltd; Dr Nefi Wole Abu, Co-Founder of Lane Consulting; Aileen Allkins, President and CEO of TeKnowledge; Olapeju Ibekwe, CEO of Sterling One Foundation and Olatomiwa Williams,
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