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U.N. Approves African Proposal for a New World Map
The Equal Earth projection shows countries’ true relative sizes, unlike the Mercator map, which critics say makes Africa look smaller than it is. The Equal
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Sports
Concern grows over Bok’s career
Springbok loose forward Jean-Luc du Preez has yet to return to the field due to lingering concussion symptoms. The 31-year-old was expected to make his
New Stormers role for Riley?
Former Junior Springbok captain Riley Norton may be utilised as more than just a lock for the Stormers this season. According to Rapport, the Cape
Rassie’s big De Villiers plan revealed
Springbok flank Paul de Villiers could become Rassie Erasmus’ next hybrid player. De Villiers has made a huge impression in his four Test starts for
Lood: I felt just flat – nothing
Springbok lock Lood de Jager has opened up on the heart condition that ruled him out of the 2023 World Cup. CLINTON VAN DER BERG
Kolisi stands tallest at Calabash
Siya Kolisi again showed why his value to the Springboks extends far beyond the captaincy as they took a 2-1 series lead against the All
Wallabies blow golden opportunity
Wallabies coach Les Kiss lamented Saturday his side letting Argentina “off the hook” in Mendoza on Saturday. Kiss’ four-match win streak came to an end
New Stormers role for Riley?
Former Junior Springbok captain Riley Norton may be utilised as more than just a lock for the Stormers this season. According to Rapport, the Cape
Music
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
Nasty C Opens Up About What He Had To Lose To Become The Artist He Is Today
The post Nasty C Opens Up About What He Had To Lose To Become The Artist He Is Today appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C Opens Up About What He Had To Lose To Become The Artist He Is Today. Nasty C has opened up about personal
Maglera Doe Boy Says Hip-Hop Needs To Stop Forgiving And Start Giving
The post Maglera Doe Boy Says Hip-Hop Needs To Stop Forgiving And Start Giving appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maglera Doe Boy Says Hip-Hop Needs To Stop Forgiving and Start Giving. Maglera Doe Boy has challenged the South African hip-hop scene to rethink its culture of forgiveness, arguing
Kabelo Mabalane Reveals How Life Changed The Sound Of His New Music
The post Kabelo Mabalane Reveals How Life Changed The Sound Of His New Music appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kabelo Mabalane Reveals How Life Changed The Sound Of His New Music. After more than a decade of making music, Kabelo Mabalane has opened up about the personal journey
Makwa On Why Being Independent Is Tough
The post Makwa On Why Being Independent Is Tough appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Makwa On Why Being Independent Is Tough. Producer Makwa has offered a candid perspective on the challenges of being an independent artist, highlighting the amount of work that goes into running a music career
Flash Ikumkani Announces Upcoming Collaboration With Nomfundo Moh
The post Flash Ikumkani Announces Upcoming Collaboration With Nomfundo Moh appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Flash Ikumkani Announces Upcoming Collaboration With Nomfundo Moh. Flash Ikumkani is preparing to bring together isiXhosa rap and Afro-pop in an intriguing new collaboration with award-winning singer Nomfundo Moh. Flash Ikumkani Announces Upcoming
Business
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
Omah Lay joins bees & honey, BEAM & Gyptian for ‘As We Get High’
The creative collective bees & honey has orchestrated a massive, cross-continental sonic link-up with their electrifying new single, As We Get High. Bringing together Africa’s
Boj and Ajebutter22 reunite for ‘Time Of Our Lives’
Alté pioneers Boj and Ajebutter22 have reunited to deliver their latest joint endeavor, Time Of Our Lives, created alongside their creative unit Time Of Our
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
South Africa’s Romanda Hombir Crowned Miss World Africa 2026!
Miss World Africa 2026, Romanda Hombir, following her national crowning as Miss World South Africa. Photo Credit: Romanda Hombir/Instagram South Africa’s Romanda Hombir has another reason to celebrate! The 27-year-old has been crowned Miss World Africa 2026 after making it to the Top 6 at the 73rd Miss World grand
Tamunosoye Karibi-George Caps Miss World 2026 Journey With Top 12 Finish
Miss World 2026 Top 12 finalist, Tamunosoye Karibi-George, at the Vietnam Flag Hoisting Ceremony. Photo Credit: Tamunosoye Karibi-George/Instagram Nigeria’s Tamunosoye Karibi–George has wrapped up an impressive run at the 73rd Miss World pageant in Nha Trang, Vietnam, placing in the Top 12 on Saturday, 5 September 2026. The global title
UN Adopts Togo-Led “Correct the Map” Resolution With 164 Votes in Favour
Contextual world map on the Mercator projection. The United Nations General Assembly adopted a non-binding resolution titled “Correct the Map: Rebalancing global cartographic representation and promoting equitable representation of the world’s regions, particularly Africa” on Friday, September 4, 2026. The initiative, submitted as draft resolution A/80/L.104, encourages governments, educational systems,
It’s Time to Get Hooked on the Faminus: See Akin and Kiky’s First Traditional Wedding Look
Akin Faminu and Kiky Festus at their traditional wedding ceremony, styled by The Style Infidel. Ladies and gentlemen, it is time! Time to get hooked on the Faminus because Akin Faminu and Kiky Festus are officially in their traditional wedding era, and if this first look is anything to go
See the Shortlisted African Writers for the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing
The Caine Prize for African Writing is one of the most coveted awards for any African literary writer because it celebrates some of the best stories published by African writers in the past year. First awarded in 2000 to Sudanese writer Leila Aboulela, the prize has so far been awarded
Hilda Baci’s Take on Wedding Couture at the “A Mama Deola Wedding Story” Premiere Is So Good
Hilda Baci wearing a white ruched halterneck mermaid gown with a vintage updo and fringe bangs. We’ve seen so many gorgeous looks from the A Mama Deola Wedding Story premiere, but we simply had to come back to Hilda Baci. When it comes to fashion and style, you know how
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