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Kenyans Made a Living Writing College Essays. Then A.I. Arrived.
Thousands of Kenyans made a living writing essays for overseas students. With A.I., the work has dried up, a warning for online gig work that
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Ackers: Pre-season derby not about result
Johan Ackermann says there shouldn’t be too much read into Friday’s pre-season showdown with the Stormers in Paarl. The Vodacom Bulls boss insists their priority
Former All Blacks: Boks thrive on pressure
Brad Weber, Angus Ta’avao and Mils Muliaina on what cost New Zealand the third Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Test and what it will take to level
Greatest Rivalry can get even better
The All Blacks’ tour of South Africa delivered on almost every front, but one major mistake cannot be repeated, writes SIMON BORCHARDT. So how was
All Blacks coach tired of the same story
Mike Blair is frustrated after another New Zealand Test dogged by missed opportunities and demands better execution in the finale of the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
Wallabies bank on Bok fatigue
Les Kiss believes the Wallabies’ extended break could give them an edge when they face the Springboks in Perth later this month. The new sheriff
Watch: Boks arrive to hero’s welcome in USA
Cheering fans greeted the Springboks as they arrived in Baltimore ahead of the fourth and final Test of the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series. MORE: Boks,
Wallabies bank on Bok fatigue
Les Kiss believes the Wallabies’ extended break could give them an edge when they face the Springboks in Perth later this month. The new sheriff
Music
Makwa On His Comeback, AKA, Kwesta, Kid X, Mental Health & The Story Behind Mguzumbane We Summer
The post Makwa On His Comeback, AKA, Kwesta, Kid X, Mental Health & The Story Behind Mguzumbane We Summer appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Makwa sits down with SA Hip Hop Mag / Nine80 Network for an honest and revealing conversation about independence, music, business, growth and finding
Nasty C Shares His Top 3 Fav SA RnB Songs Of All Time
The post Nasty C Shares His Top 3 Fav SA RnB Songs Of All Time appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C Shares His Top 3 Fav SA RnB Songs Of All Time. Nasty C has revealed his top three R&B songs of all time, offering fans a
Lordkez’s “4Sho” Cracks SA Radio Top 20 As She Celebrates First-Ever Double Airplay Milestone
The post Lordkez’s “4Sho” Cracks SA Radio Top 20 As She Celebrates First-Ever Double Airplay Milestone appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lordkez’s “4Sho” Cracks SA Radio Top 20 As She Celebrates First-Ever Double Airplay Milestone. Lordkez is having another big moment on South African radio, and this time,
Buzzi Lee Reacts To Fan Calling Her “Uze Nenye” Verse The Sexiest Ever
The post Buzzi Lee Reacts To Fan Calling Her “Uze Nenye” Verse The Sexiest Ever appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Buzzi Lee Reacts To Fan Calling Her “Uze Nenye” Verse The Sexiest Ever. Buzzi Lee is soaking up the praise after fans singled out her contribution to “Uze
Emtee Puts Interviews On Hold Until ‘Nairobi’ Album Is Finished
The post Emtee Puts Interviews On Hold Until ‘Nairobi’ Album Is Finished appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Puts Interviews On Hold Until ‘Nairobi’ Album Is Finished. Emtee has drawn a firm line in the sand: no more interviews until his highly anticipated album Nairobi is complete. Emtee
DJ Sliqe Raises Concern Over SA Hip-Hop’s Collaboration Culture: “It’s Making the Game Boring”
The post DJ Sliqe Raises Concern Over SA Hip-Hop’s Collaboration Culture: “It’s Making the Game Boring” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Sliqe Raises Concern Over SA Hip-Hop’s Collaboration Culture: “It’s Making the Game Boring.” DJ Sliqe has opened up about what he sees as a growing problem
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As We Get High Lyrics by bees & Honey, Omah Lay & Gyptian
bees & Honey, Omah Lay, Gyptian and BEAM Lyrics As We Get High by Bees & Honey, Omah Lay, Gyptian and BEAM is a sensual
Find My Babe Lyrics by Mavo
Mavo Lyrics Find My Babe by Mavo is a playful and energetic expression of longing, attraction, and the search for a romantic partner, with the
Black Sherif arrives with ‘SUN SHERIF’ EP
Ghanaian phenomenon Black Sherif has delivered a deeply poignant, multi-layered body of work with his surprise new EP, SUN SERIF. Serving as a brilliant conceptual
Education
From Classroom to Business: How Youth Entrepreneurship Transforms East African Communities
From Classroom to Business: How Youth Entrepreneurship Transforms East African Communities A business rarely begins with a storefront, a large investment, or a polished plan. More often, it begins with a student who notices a problem in their community and asks a simple question: What can I do about it?
International Youth Day 2026: Celebrating Young Changemakers Across East Africa
International Youth Day 2026: Celebrating Young Changemakers Across East Africa Every year on 12 August, the world comes together to celebrate International Youth Day, a reminder that young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow but the innovators, problem-solvers, and changemakers of today. This year’s International Youth Day theme
Essential Digital Literacy Skills for Youth in 2026
Essential Digital Literacy Skills for Youth in 2026 No one can argue the importance of digital literacy…but it’s especially critical for children. In a world where almost everything can be done via the phone in one’s pocket, kids that don’t have a foundational understanding of digital learning will be left
How to Create Strong Youth Leaders in Kenya
How to Create Strong Youth Leaders in Kenya Kenya’s national motto is Harambee, a Swahili word meaning “all pull together.” For generations, it has represented the belief that communities thrive when people work together toward a common goal: a philosophy rooted in collective responsibility, resilience, and service to others. That
Checklist: 10 essential skills for young people starting their first job in Kenya
Checklist: 10 essential skills for young people starting their first job in Kenya Getting your first job in Kenya is no small thing. Youth unemployment sits at over 67% (yes, that number is real), which means landing that role took effort, luck, or both. The formal sector is growing, but
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How Stephanie and Isabel Offor Both Graduated With First-Class Honours From UK Universities
Stephanie and Isabel Offor both graduated as some of the best graduating students from universities in the United Kingdom. Like anywhere else in the world, graduating from any university requires dedication, let alone graduating with a first-class degree. The Offor sisters have both done that at different universities, studying different
Gerard Becomes Eighth Housemate Evicted From Big Brother Naija Season 11
Gerard becomes the latest housemate evicted from the Big Brother Naija Season 11 show during the week-six Sunday live eviction. Well, that was another Sunday night of waiting, guessing and hoping, but for Gerard, the Big Brother Naija Season 11 journey has come to an end. The “Show Ya Sef”
Ebuka Obi-Uchendu’s BBNaija 11 Eviction Show Look Is All About Forest Green & Sharp Tailoring
Ebuka Obi-Uchendu stepping out in a double-breasted Deji & Kola windowpane trench coat and leather Chelsea boots for Big Brother Naija. You know that whenever Ebuka Obi–Uchendu appears on your screen on Sundays during the Big Brother Naija 11 show, two things are certain: he will show up looking dashing,
Custom Lace, Corsets & Statement Gele! See the Best Looks From Akin and Kiky’s Traditional Wedding
Jemima Osunde in a rose cape gown, Dede Ashiogwu in a lilac-green fringe dress, and Bella Okagbue in a hot-pink basque corset at Akin Faminu traditional wedding. Our eyes have been feasting on the gorgeous looks from Akin Faminu and Kiky Festus‘ traditional wedding, and just when we think we’ve
Stan & Blessing Nze Step Out in Coordinated Purple and White for the Faminu Traditional Wedding
Stan Nze and Blessing Nze posing together in coordinated white and purple traditional attires for Akin Faminu and Kiky Festus’ traditional wedding. Purple, white and plenty of style? Stan and Blessing Nze clearly got the memo! At Akin Faminu and Kiky Festus’ traditional wedding, the guest list came ready with looks
Africa Celebrates as Mali Stun Spain 82–73 at FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup
Sika Koné and Djeneba N’Diaye reacting on court as Mali secured an 82–73 win over Spain. Photo Credit: FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup/Instagram Mali have pulled off a huge upset at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, defeating Spain 82–73 in Group A pool play in Berlin on Saturday, 5
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