NEWS
Congo Returns to World Cup in High Style After 52 Years Away
The soccer stars’ sharp black suits with leopard-print details are a nod to a long history of “sapeur” fashion. The soccer stars’ sharp black suits
Africa
Ads
Ads
Sports
Keo & Zels: Why Rassie’s young Boks are winners
The Keo & Zels rave about Rassie Erasmus’s national squad selections and have no doubt Johan Ackermann’s Bulls will deliver a first URC title on
Furlong returns for Leinster, Porter ruled out
Leinster have made three changes to their team for Friday night’s Vodacom URC final against the Bulls at Croke Park. Ireland tighthead prop Tadhg Furlong
Bulls unchanged for URC final
Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has backed the team that beat the Glasgow Warriors to get the job done in Friday night’s URC final at
André eyes ‘powerhouse’ Baa-Baas centre pairing
Springbok centre André Esterhuizen is excited for the challenge provided by an experienced Barbarians midfield in Gqeberha on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports. The Baa-Baas have
Luan shuts out noise ahead of Sables showdown
Luan Giliomee’s remarkable rise through the South African rugby ranks shows no signs of slowing down. The versatile former Sharks back, has already packed more
Mallett likes ‘left-field’ Horn selection
Nick Mallett says starting at flyhalf for the Springboks against the Barbarians on Saturday will be a “fantastic challenge” for Lions fullback Quan Horn. Horn
Rush-Awa Strengthen Grip On SA Hip-Hop With “Lapisa” Music Video Release
The post Rush-Awa Strengthen Grip On SA Hip-Hop With “Lapisa” Music Video Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Rush-Awa Strengthen Grip On SA
Music
Stogie T Reflects On Freedom As South Africa Marks 50 Years Since June 16 Uprising
The post Stogie T Reflects On Freedom As South Africa Marks 50 Years Since June 16 Uprising appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Stogie T Reflects On Freedom As South Africa Marks 50 Years Since June 16 Uprising. As South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the June 16,
Rush-Awa Strengthen Grip On SA Hip-Hop With “Lapisa” Music Video Release
The post Rush-Awa Strengthen Grip On SA Hip-Hop With “Lapisa” Music Video Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Rush-Awa Strengthen Grip On SA Hip-Hop With “Lapisa” Music Video Release. South African Hip-Hop continues its impressive run in 2026, and Rush-Awa are making sure the momentum stays alive. The
Marcus Harvey Announces Lead Single “Mapula” Ahead Of Upcoming Album “Sons Of Elvis”
The post Marcus Harvey Announces Lead Single “Mapula” Ahead Of Upcoming Album “Sons Of Elvis” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Marcus Harvey Announces Lead Single “Mapula” Ahead Of Upcoming Album “Sons Of Elvis.” South African artist Marcus Harvey is stepping into a new creative era, with the first
Da L.E.S Questions Deluxe Albums Following Yanga Chief’s Latest Release
The post Da L.E.S Questions Deluxe Albums Following Yanga Chief’s Latest Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Da L.E.S Questions Deluxe Albums Following Yanga Chief’s Latest Release. Da L.E.S has shared his thoughts on the growing trend of deluxe album releases following the arrival of Yanga Chief’s newly
Rowlene Announces Intimate Live Show Ahead Of Album Release
The post Rowlene Announces Intimate Live Show Ahead Of Album Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Rowlene Announces Intimate Live Show Ahead Of Album Release. Acclaimed South African singer-songwriter Rowlene has announced a special live event set to take place at the iconic Hard Rock Cafe Sandton on
Kindlynxsh Reveals The Work Behind His Music Videos And Cover Art
The post Kindlynxsh Reveals The Work Behind His Music Videos And Cover Art appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kindlynxsh Reveals The Work Behind His Music Videos And Cover Art. Kindlynxsh is proving that modern independent artists can be much more than performers. In a recent interview with Kreative
Business
Rybeena Set for Stellar Year with Mr Bee Deluxe, Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Dapper Music & Entertainment
Fresh off the success of his critically acclaimed 2025 project, Mr Bee, Nigerian music sensation Rybeena has announced the forthcoming release of Mr Bee Deluxe, setting the
Highest goalscorers at the 2026 World Cup
Here are the highest goalscorers at the 2026 World Cup tournament, with just one game played so far by some of the countries in the
Fa Mi Lo Lyrics by Shaiboy
Shaiboy Lyrics Fa Mi Lo by Shaiboy is a romantic, upbeat song that expresses deep affection and admiration for a special woman who has completely
Education
One Student’s Mission to Ensure Every Child Belongs
One Student’s Mission to Ensure Every Child Belongs For many young people, secondary school is a time to focus on exams and dreams for the future. For Irusho, an Asante Africa alumni and secondary school student in Tanzania, it became an opportunity to challenge a reality she could no longer
A Father Driven by Purpose and Love, Samuel Lugendo
A Father Driven by Purpose and Love, Samuel Lugendo As the world celebrates Father’s Day, we shine a light on Lugendo Samuel, the Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP) Coordinator at Asante Africa Foundation, whose life is a powerful example of dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering love for his children. For Samuel, fatherhood
Understanding How Youth Can Change Society on the International Day of the African Child
Understanding How Youth Can Change Society on the International Day of the African Child Every year on June 16, the world pauses to honour the Day of the African Child. A day born not from celebration, but from courage. In 1976, thousands of Black schoolchildren in Soweto, South Africa, took
Expanding Foundational Learning Through Technology in Tanzania
Expanding Foundational Learning Through Technology in Tanzania For many children in Tanzania, developing foundational literacy and numeracy skills remains a persistent challenge. Large class sizes and varying learning levels can make it difficult to ensure every child builds the core skills needed for future learning, well-being and economic opportunity. To
What Our 2025 Data Tells Us About Education and Opportunity in East Africa
What Our 2025 Data Tells Us About Education and Opportunity in East Africa Each year, we sit with our data and ask a harder question than “did we hit our targets?” We ask what actually changed for a young person in rural Kenya, Uganda, or Tanzania. In 2025, some of
Why Pay-It-Forward Starts with Education: Stories from Asante Africa
Why Pay-It-Forward Starts with Education: Stories from Asante Africa The idea of “Pay-It-Forward” is simple: one act of opportunity, support, or kindness can continue far beyond the original moment. But what does that look like when it becomes something lasting and transformative? At Asante Africa, the answer often begins with
Entertainment
Inside the Chivas Regal x Arsenal Champions League Final Watch Party
This energy was fully alive at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, when Chivas Regal opened its gates for an exclusive lifestyle watch party. The high-energy affair brought together an influential crowd from Nigeria’s entertainment, fashion, and media spaces. Coming at the end of an unforgettable football calendar, the evening was curated
Inside Chinwe Enyinna’s Glamorous & Empowering “My Garden of Thorny Roses” Book Soirée in Lagos
Transforming personal trauma into a powerful catalyst for global advocacy and healing, Nigerian-British gender equality champion Chinwe Enyinna has turned life’s toughest battles into a radiant beacon of hope. This was beautifully evident as the prestigious Alliance Française in Ikoyi, Lagos, was recently transformed into an inspiring sanctuary of resilience,
Have You Ever Seen Aso-Oke Like This? Denrele Edun’s 45th Birthday Look Is One for the Books
Denrele Edun marks his 45th birthday in a custom multi-coloured woven Aso-Oke robe and towering cultural crown. Photo Credit: Denrele Edun/Instagram We know you’ve heard of the coat of many colours worn by the Biblical Joseph, but have you seen Denrele Edun‘s birthday Aso-Oke extravaganza? Our favourite media maverick Denrele just
See How Nelly Mbonu Served Two Show-Stopping Looks for Her Birthday Celebration
Nelly Mbonu models custom avant-garde birthday creations by designers Mub Rik and Josiphiah Michael. Style was at the forefront of Nelly Mbonu’s birthday this June. The Big Brother Naija Season 9 star celebrated in not one but two unforgettable looks, each pushing in a completely different direction and showing just
Some Major Entertainment Awards in Africa
Photo Credit: Nancy Isime hosting the 17th Headies Awards. The Headies/Instagram For years, success in African entertainment has often been measured by Western recognition. A Grammy nomination is considered a goal for many artists. An Oscar nod can change careers overnight. These honours and recognitions matter, and rightly so, because
Oleku Never Left! See How Your Faves Are Rocking the Short Iro and Buba Right Now
Mercy Aigbe in a burgundy brocade dress, Nelly Mbonu in a blue lace gown with a train, and Bimbo Akintola in a sequinned dress with red feathers. Trends come and go, but the Oleku style has a way of staying right where it matters—in the middle of fashion conversations, Owambe
Help and support the creative community
The Sound
OF Africa
