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Leinster sweating on stars ahead of Stormers semi
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is monitoring a lengthy injury list ahead of Saturday’s Vodacom URC semi-final against the Stormers at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. The
Stormers trust Jurie to do it his way
The Stormers have full faith in Jurie Matthee as the flyhalf prepares to lead the attack against Leinster in Dublin on Saturday. Matthee replaces star
POLL: Who will contest URC final?
Glasgow host the Vodacom Bulls at Murrayfield, while the Stormers travel to Dublin to face defending champions Leinster. Who will reach the decider? Who will
Injury-hit Stormers get double boost
Two key players have been cleared to travel to Dublin for the Stormers’ Vodacom URC semi-final against Leinster on Saturday. LINDIZ VAN ZILLA reports. Having
Saffas Abroad: Marx leads Spears into League One final
Malcolm Marx and five Saffa teammates booked their place in the Japan Rugby League One final as SA’s foreign legion impressed across Europe and Japan.
Moana Pasifika thrown Super Rugby lifeline
The New Zealand government has launched an urgent bid to secure the future of Moana Pasifika after the Super Rugby franchise was left staring at
Leinster sweating on stars ahead of Stormers semi
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is monitoring a lengthy injury list ahead of Saturday’s Vodacom URC semi-final against the Stormers at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. The
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Shane Eagle and Wife Expecting Baby Number Two
The post Shane Eagle and Wife Expecting Baby Number Two appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Shane Eagle and Wife Expecting Baby Number Two. South African rapper Shane Eagle has given fans another reason to celebrate after appearing to reveal that he and his wife are expecting their second
Flash Ikumkani and Emtee Squash Long-Running Beef?
The post Flash Ikumkani and Emtee Squash Long-Running Beef? appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Flash Ikumkani and Emtee Squash Long-Running Beef? A viral photograph showing Flash Ikumkani and Emtee embracing has ignited speculation that the two rappers may have finally put years of tension behind them. Flash Ikumkani
Cassper Shares Advice On Overcoming Self-Doubt In Music
The post Cassper Shares Advice On Overcoming Self-Doubt In Music appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Nyovest Shares Advice on Staying Motivated When Success Feels Out of Reach. Award-winning South African rapper and entrepreneur Cassper Nyovest has offered candid advice to aspiring creatives struggling with self-doubt, emphasising the
MashBeatz Announces New Single “Lapisa” Ahead Of Friday Release
The post MashBeatz Announces New Single “Lapisa” Ahead Of Friday Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. MashBeatz Announces New Single “Lapisa” Ahead Of Friday Release. South African producer MashBeatz has sparked excitement among music fans after announcing the release of his upcoming single, “Lapisa,” scheduled to drop on
Rowlene Breaks Down In Tears As She Reveals Eight-Month Fight Over Unpaid Gig
The post Rowlene Breaks Down In Tears As She Reveals Eight-Month Fight Over Unpaid Gig appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Rowlene Breaks Down In Tears As She Reveals Eight-Month Fight Over Unpaid Gig. South African singer-songwriter Rowlene has emotionally opened up about an ongoing payment dispute, revealing that
Flash Ikumkani Announces Upcoming ‘Phethwe Sithi’ Remix
The post Flash Ikumkani Announces Upcoming ‘Phethwe Sithi’ Remix appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Flash Ikumkani Announces Upcoming ‘Phethwe Sithi’ Remix. South African rapper and songwriter Flash Ikumkani has officially set social media buzzing after teasing a remix of his track Phethwe Sithi, hinting that a new version
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3 Records only Tems holds as a Nigerian in the music industry
Here are the top records only Tems, as a Nigerian, holds in the music industry today on the global stage. 2026 has been an incredible
Webkid (Shatta Music) Lyrics by Shatta Wale
Shatta Wale Lyrics Through heartfelt lyrics and a message of solidarity, Webkid by Shatta Wale serves as a tribute to a loyal fan facing public
Subscribed (Live) Lyrics by Victor Thompson & Ada Ehi
Victor Thompson and Ada Ehi Lyrics Subscribed (Live) by Victor Thompson and Ada Ehi celebrates a believer’s unwavering dedication to Jesus Christ, read the lyrics
Education
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
What Makes Great Youth Empowerment Programs
What Makes Great Youth Empowerment Programs Young people today are not waiting for the future; they are shaping it. Across the globe, communities are investing in youth empowerment programs to equip the next generation with the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to succeed. But what separates average initiatives from
Earth Day 2026: Building Sustainability and Clean Solutions for Africa
Earth Day 2026: Building Sustainability and Clean Solutions for Africa While countries and governments around the world debate about climate solutions, East African youth are already building them. Earth Day turns 56 years old in 2026, and there’s no better way to honor the spirit of the day than by
When Girls Get the Chance, They Change Everything
When Girls Get the Chance, They Change Everything Across Sub-Saharan Africa, girls are graduating with STEM degrees at some of the highest rates in the world. For many girls in rural communities, however, the path to a science education is not straightforward. It is interrupted — by school fees that cannot be
Our Power, Our Planet: How Asante Africa Foundation Is Putting the Earth in Young Hands
Our Power, Our Planet: How Asante Africa Foundation Is Putting the Earth in Young Hands Across rural East Africa, a quiet revolution is taking root – one greenhouse, one tree, one lesson at a time. This Earth Day, we celebrate not just the planet, but the young people who are
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Konga Kulture Day: See How Konganians Celebrated Their Culture and Heritage
Nigeria’s culture came alive in vibrant colours, music, and storytelling as Konga Group hosted an exciting Cultural Day celebration that brought together staff, guests, and participants in a joyful display of Nigeria’s rich diversity and heritage. Held in commemoration of Africa Day, celebrated annually on May 25, the event pays
Woof Studios’ Adetutu Laditan Leads Tomike Adeoye, Financial Jennifer, and Berneese to Cannes Lions 2026
For the second consecutive year, Africa’s leading Creator Service Provider (CSP), Woof Studios Africa, is returning to the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity with a historic all-African delegation. Stepping onto the global stage at the prestigious Palais des Festivals, Woof Studios is establishing itself as the definitive commercial bridge
Tiwa Savage Brought Nigerian Pride to Arsenal’s Trophy Parade in London
Tiwa Savage styles a cropped Arsenal FC kit with relaxed utility denim for the London football parade. Photo Credit: Tiwa Savage/Instagram When Arsenal took to the streets to celebrate their triumphant title parade, all eyes were on London—but it was our very own Afrobeats queen, Tiwa Savage, who brought a
See How Goldberg’s Golden Guard Added a Fresh Twist to Ojude Oba 2026
At Ojude Oba, spectacle is expected. Every year, the festival transforms Ijebu Ode into a vibrant display of culture, fashion, heritage, and pageantry. The horse-riding regiments arrive in their finest attire, families showcase generations of tradition, and thousands gather to witness one of Nigeria’s most celebrated cultural events. This year
Farooq Oreagba, Mercy Aigbe & Owobo Ogunde Star in Ojude Oba-Inspired Film “Iwe Ala” | Watch Trailer
The official cinema poster for Iwe Ala (The Book of Dreams), coming to theatres nationwide from 12 June 2026. Photo Credit: Mercy Aigbe/Instagram Did you absolutely fall in love with the breathtaking fashion, pure opulence, and unmatched steeze at the 2026 Ojude Oba festival recently? What if we told you
Diageo Nigeria, Celebr-8 Lyfe, Lagos State Government Champion Youth Empowerment at Learning for Life Graduation
L-R General Manager, Celebr-8 Lyfe, Shobhit Jindal; Executive Secretary, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Feyisayo Alayande; Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Lagos State; Mobolaji Abubakre Ogunlende; General Manager, Diageo West and Central Africa, Adebayo Alli; Head of Lagos State Agency for Mass Education, Oluwakemi Kalensanwo; Head of
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