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The Ritual of Coffin Making in a City Hit by Ebola
While several coffin makers in Bunia said they were providing a public service, the virus has put them at the center of a debate around
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Bulls take tradition into tomorrow
The Vodacom Bulls away kit for the 2026-27 season was revealed on Tuesday. The “Tradition into Tomorrow” kit, featuring distinctive teal and navy colourways, is
Stormers reveal new jerseys
The Stormers’ home and away kits for the 2026-27 season were officially unveiled on Tuesday evening. The home jersey, which was worn for the first
Oom Daan backs Brannas
Springbok scrum coach Daan Human believes the experienced Deon Fourie is ideally suited to high-pressure Tests against the All Blacks. SIMON BORCHARDT reports. Recalled to
Nortjé braces for lineout battle
Ruan Nortjé knows exactly where Saturday’s third Test at FNB Stadium could be won or lost, and it isn’t just at the coalface. CLINTON VAN
Shimmy: They want to depower Bok scrum
Hanyani Shimange calls out an agenda to weaken the Springbok game, while Schalk Burger claims Lood de Jager’s high hit on Leroy Carter last week
Daan: Boks don’t want to walk around scrum
Springbok scrum guru Daan Human has responded to accusations surrounding his pack’s tactics against the All Blacks. CLINTON VAN DER BERG reports. Daan Human doesn’t
Bulls take tradition into tomorrow
The Vodacom Bulls away kit for the 2026-27 season was revealed on Tuesday. The “Tradition into Tomorrow” kit, featuring distinctive teal and navy colourways, is
Music
Zakes Bantwini Sends Prayers To Emtee Amid Rapper’s Legal Troubles
The post Zakes Bantwini Sends Prayers To Emtee Amid Rapper’s Legal Troubles appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Zakes Bantwini Sends Prayers To Emtee Amid Rapper’s Legal Troubles. Grammy-winning South African artist Zakes Bantwini has added his voice to the growing support for Emtee, publicly offering prayers for the
Kabelo Mabalane Marks Long-Awaited Return With Forthcoming Single “Everybody Needs Somebody”
The post Kabelo Mabalane Marks Long-Awaited Return With Forthcoming Single “Everybody Needs Somebody” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kabelo Mabalane Marks Long-Awaited Return With Forthcoming Single “Everybody Needs Somebody” Kabelo Mabalane is officially turning the page on an 11-year solo music hiatus with the announcement of his new
Marcus Harvey Celebrates Successful “Son of Elvis” Intimate Listening Session
The post Marcus Harvey Celebrates Successful “Son of Elvis” Intimate Listening Session appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Marcus Harvey Celebrates Successful “Son of Elvis” Intimate Listening Session. Marcus Harvey has celebrated the success of his latest album rollout after bringing fans closer to Son of Elvis through an
Lowfeye Announces Intimate Live Show Series For His Day-One Fans
The post Lowfeye Announces Intimate Live Show Series For His Day-One Fans appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lowfeye Announces Intimate Live Show Series For His Day-One Fans. Lowfeye is giving his day-one supporters exactly what they have been asking for with the announcement of “KWAMAKHULU,” a three-city live
Gemini Major Celebrates Nasty C And Tellaman’s Long-Awaited Joint Album
The post Gemini Major Celebrates Nasty C And Tellaman’s Long-Awaited Joint Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Gemini Major Celebrates Nasty C And Tellaman’s Long-Awaited Joint Album. Gemini Major is celebrating a special release day as Nasty C and Tellaman officially unveil their highly anticipated joint album, bringing
Issi Sets The Tone For His Next Release With Cheeky New Music Hint
The post Issi Sets The Tone For His Next Release With Cheeky New Music Hint appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Issi Sets The Tone For His Next Release With Cheeky New Music Hint. Durban rapper Issi has given fans another reason to keep an eye on his next
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How Can I Forget Lyrics by Tay Iwar
Tay Iwar Lyrics How Can I Forget lyrics by Tay Iwar is a romantic song about desire, deep infatuation, and being captivated by someone’s love
Manchester City agree £125m deal to sign Enzo Fernández from Chelsea
Manchester City have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández in a blockbuster deal worth £125 million (€145 million). The transfer
Another player announces his retirement from international football
Toni Rudiger is another player who has announced his retirement from international football in his latest post on social media. Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger
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
Entertainment
Joselyn Dumas’ Mini Lace Birthday Dress Is Such a Good Way to Wear Red | See Photos
Joselyn Dumas celebrates her birthday in a custom red lace corset mini dress featuring draped hip detail. It’s no joke that red is a beautiful colour, but put it on a mini dress with a corset, plunging sweetheart neckline and floor-length lace trains? Now that’s a birthday look. Cue Ayra
World Jollof Day 2026: Knorr Takes Jollof to Several Communities, Sharing The Good Across Nigeria
It is impossible to imagine Nigerian cuisine without Jollof Rice. More than one of West Africa’s most loved dishes, jollof has been part of many moments that bring people together, from family tables and wedding parties to special gatherings and sometimes in the most unexpected places. This spirit came to
Habitat Africa Opens Call for Essays On The Evolution of Nigerian Architecture
Habitat Africa, the premium annual coffee table book documenting the continent’s most ambitious architecture, real estate, and urban transformation, announces an open call for essays exploring the evolution of architecture in Nigeria. Nigerian architecture tells the tale of a country constantly rebuilding itself, from the earthen compounds of the Hausa
BBNaija Week 5: Biggie Turns Up the Pressure With Jungle Rules, BB Bucks & Secret Missions
Cassi, Abi, and Flora lead the biggest headlines during Week 5 of Big Brother Naija Season 11. Big Brother Naija: Show Ya Sef just delivered its wildest seven days yet, and if you thought you had this season all figured out, Week 5 came along to completely flip the script!
How Asake Has Hacked Live Performances
Asake performing on stage during the M$NEY tour. Photo credit: asakefp/Instagram In modern times, only a few Afrobeats artists have the range required to deliver spectacular live performances. In terms of energetically arousing the audience and delivering an immersive experience, Burna Boy has often been praised as one of the
Africa Creative Market 2026 Concludes Landmark Six-Day Gathering, Driving Innovation, Investment and Continental Collaboration
Thousands of delegates from across Africa gathered in Lusaka as the Africa Creative Market (ACM) 2026 concluded six days of high-level dialogue, strategic partnerships, investment conversations and cultural exchange, reaffirming the continent’s growing determination to build a globally competitive creative economy. Held from 29 June to 4 July 2026, ACM
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