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Check out Asake’s rumored submissions for the 2027 Grammy awards
Fresh reports revealing Asake’s submission across different categories for the 2027 Grammy awards have emerged. Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake is reportedly setting his sights on
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Keo & Zels: Expect a bloodbath in SA’s delicious derbies
There will be thunder at Loftus and some dark clouds in Cape Town. Expect a roar and a storm when South Africa’s best players clash.
‘Bongi is not up for selection’
The Sharks are set to welcome back two Springboks for next week’s EPCR Challenge Cup clash in France after JP Pietersen shed light on several
JP’s ‘fast, physical and relentless’ warning
Calling it a “lekker challenge” away from home, head coach JP Pietersen says Saturday’s Cape Town grudge match presents an opportunity for the Sharks to
JP: It’s good timing for Siyaya, ‘G’
JP Pietersen has backed Sharks playmakers Zekhethelo Siyaya and Gianni Lombard to show what they can do on Saturday against the Stormers in Cape Town.
Hanro: Bulls can’t cross the line
Bulls skipper Hanro Liebenberg has urged his side to control their emotions in Saturday’s URC clash against the Lions at Loftus Versfeld. The 30-year-old flank,
Ackers: It’s been a difficult week for Bulls
Coach Johan Ackermann says the Bulls will have to overcome travel fatigue and illness to beat a “dangerous” Lions team at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
Marketplaces Help Scale, But Only When Done Right
We’ve all been there: You shop online, spot the picture that looks exactly like what you are looking for – and the price is surprisingly
Music
Big Xhosa Explains The Bold Message Behind His New Single “Wapheni Imali”
The post Big Xhosa Explains The Bold Message Behind His New Single “Wapheni Imali” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Xhosa Explains The Bold Message Behind His New Single “Wapheni Imali.” Big Xhosa opened up about the thinking behind his latest track “Wapheni Imali”, while reflecting on his
Usimamane Explains Why Upcoming Album “Tai Lung” Had To Be More South African
The post Usimamane Explains Why Upcoming Album “Tai Lung” Had To Be More South African appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Usimamane Explains Why Upcoming Album “Tai Lung” Had To Be More South African. Usimamane has opened up about the thinking behind his new project Tai Lung, describing it
Loatinover Pounds Extends “Ground 2 Glory” Chart Dominance With “5 Roses”
The post Loatinover Pounds Extends “Ground 2 Glory” Chart Dominance With “5 Roses” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Loatinover Pounds Extends “Ground 2 Glory” Chart Dominance With “5 Roses.” Loatinover Pounds continues to build momentum around his sophomore album Ground 2 Glory, with the Pretoria rapper adding another
Chad Da Don Announces Forthcoming Single “Jane Doe”
The post Chad Da Don Announces Forthcoming Single “Jane Doe” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Chad Da Don Announces Forthcoming Single “Jane Doe.” Chad Da Don has announced that his new single Jane Doe is on the way, giving fans their first indication that another solo release is
Cassper Responds To Claims That Celebrity Culture Does Not Exist In Gauteng
The post Cassper Responds To Claims That Celebrity Culture Does Not Exist In Gauteng appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Responds To Claims That Celebrity Culture Does Not Exist In Gauteng. Cassper Nyovest has weighed in on the debate around celebrity culture in Gauteng after a social media
“People Think I’m Evil”: Usimamane On The Difference Between His Music And His Real Personality
The post “People Think I’m Evil”: Usimamane On The Difference Between His Music And His Real Personality appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “People Think I’m Evil”: Usimamane On The Difference Between His Music And His Real Personality. Usimamane has opened up about the gap between his public image
Business
Check out Asake’s rumored submissions for the 2027 Grammy awards
Fresh reports revealing Asake’s submission across different categories for the 2027 Grammy awards have emerged. Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake is reportedly setting his sights on
Jose Mourinho throws jabs at the Premier League over Manchester City’s charges
José Mourinho has taken a humorous swipe at the Premier League over the lengthy process surrounding Manchester City’s financial charges. The Real Madrid manager joked
Marketplaces Help Scale, But Only When Done Right
We’ve all been there: You shop online, spot the picture that looks exactly like what you are looking for – and the price is surprisingly
Education
International Day of the Girl 2026: Investing in Girls’ Leadership in East Africa
International Day of the Girl 2026: Investing in Girls’ Leadership in East Africa South Africa’s Archbishop Desmond Tutu famously once said, “If we are going to see real development in the world then our best investment is women!” It’s with that thought in mind that we honor International Day of
Back to School: The Power of One Opportunity
Back to School: The Power of One Opportunity As students across East Africa return to school, families are facing the familiar challenge of preparing for another term: school fees, uniforms, learning materials, personal supplies, transportation, and other essential costs. For families already working hard to make ends meet, these expenses
Neema Honoured with Young Achiever Award for Turning a Dryland Challenge into Community Action
Neema Honoured with Young Achiever Award for Turning a Dryland Challenge into Community Action 17-year-old Neema of Loglogo Girls’ Secondary School in Marsabit, Kenya, has been honoured with the Young Achiever Award in recognition of her leadership, entrepreneurship, and commitment to creating positive change in her community. The award was
Entertainment
Nancy Isime, Swanky Jerry and Ifeanyi Nwene Celebrate with Glenfiddich at BEYOND Lagos
Glenfiddich brought its global BEYOND platform to Lagos for an evening celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, culture and the pursuit of going beyond expectations. The celebration brought together HNIs, celebrities, creatives, fashion personalities and leading cultural tastemakers, with Glenfiddich collaborators Nancy Isime, Swanky Jerry and Ifeanyi Nwune joining the brand to bring
BN Prose: Is Grammar Still a Legal Tender in This Country? By Toyosi Onikosi
A young man rests on a stack of books at a desk, sunlight filtering through a window. Photo Credit: Oladimeji Ajegbile/Pexels. They buried Ebiakpo’s father, Papa, in June. The rain that day was the small, annoying kind that did not commit. Papa had taught History for thirty-one years. When he
Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza Wins the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing
Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza is the winner of the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing Zimbabwean writer Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza has won the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing, taking home the £10,000 prize for his short story, “The Blue Fighter.” Originally published by The Shallow Tales Review, the story follows
From Lagos to Toronto: How Oneremit Is Making Business Payments to Canada Feel Local
For a growing number of Nigerian businesses, Canada is no longer just where family lives or where people go to study. It is a market. Businesses in Lagos pay Canadian software vendors, consultants, logistics partners, and collaborators. But for many, the payment is still the hardest part of the relationship.
Nigerian Engineer Yinka Ogunbiyi’s HaloBraid Wins $75,000 Harvard Innovation Prize
Harvard graduate Yinka Ogunbiyi, creator of the automated HaloBraid device engineered to complete braids up to five times faster. Photo Credit: Yinka Ogunbiyi/Instagram Nigerian-born engineer and Harvard graduate Yinka Ogunbiyi has taken the technology and beauty worlds by storm with HaloBraid, an automated braid-assist device designed to complete hand-started braids
FOLA Unveils ‘9’ Tracklist Featuring Davido, Ayra Starr, BNXN, Darkoo & More
FOLA gearing up for the official release of his sophomore album ‘9’ dropping on 9 October. Photo Credit: FOLA/Instagram Ready for a new album from FOLA? The Afrobeats star has got you covered. FOLA is gearing up to release his highly anticipated sophomore album, 9, and he has now given
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