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With Algeria Visit, Pope Leo Returns to His Augustinian Roots
Some theologians say the pontiff’s understanding of Augustine’s teachings helped inform his response to President Trump’s negative comments about him. Some theologians say the pontiff’s
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Jake quits school job
Jake White has left his role as a rugby consultant for Selborne College in East London, citing a lack of support from the headmaster. The

André the Giant: Sharks can’t switch off
Sharks captain André Esterhuizen is seeking “consistency in performance” from his side ahead of Saturday’s Vodacom URC clash against the Ospreys in Swansea. The Sharks

What Sharks paid for Eben – what they got
Bok lock Eben Etzebeth continues to be a costly signing for the Sharks. The Sharks on Tuesday confirmed that the 34-year-old, who only recently returned

Eben out of action for Sharks again
Sharks lock Eben Etzebeth faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines having only recently returned from a 12-week suspension. The 34-year-old was a notable omission

Polly: Emi playing ‘unbelievable’ rugby
Handré Pollard says in-form halfback partner Embrose Papier must “just carry on doing what he is doing” to earn a Springbok recall. Papier’s omission from

Saru president gets four more years
Mark Alexander will serve a third and final term as Saru president after being nominated unopposed on Monday. Alexander, who first took the role in

Another Premier League manager reportedly announces his exit
Andoni Iraola has confirmed that he will leave AFC Bournemouth at the end of the 2025/26 season after deciding not to renew his contract. The
Music

Nota & Thakgi Lock Horns Over Hip Hop Legacy: “A-Reece Is One of My Success Stories”
The post Nota & Thakgi Lock Horns Over Hip Hop Legacy: “A-Reece Is One of My Success Stories” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nota & Thakgi Lock Horns Over Hip Hop Legacy: “A-Reece Is One of My Success Stories.” A fiery exchange has taken centre stage on Music

F-eezy Confirms New Music On The Way With Visual Rollout Planned
The post F-eezy Confirms New Music On The Way With Visual Rollout Planned appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. F-eezy Confirms New Music On The Way With Visual Rollout Planned. Momentum is building in the Kasi as F-eezy, one of the standout voices from Emtee Records, hints at a

BLXCKIE Previews New Song “Uphi Usomnyama”
The post BLXCKIE Previews New Song “Uphi Usomnyama” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. BLXCKIE Previews New Song “Uphi Usomnyama.” The SA hip hop scene is buzzing after Blxckie gave fans a taste of his upcoming music during a lively livestream session alongside Amari. The South African hip hop

DJ Speedsta Weighs In On Big Zulu’s Purpose In SA Hip Hop
The post DJ Speedsta Weighs In On Big Zulu’s Purpose In SA Hip Hop appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Speedsta Weighs In On Big Zulu’s Purpose In SA Hip Hop. A lively debate about the identity of Big Zulu took centre stage on Up To Speed, the

Blxckie Crowns K1llbrady The Best Trapper In Africa
The post Blxckie Crowns K1llbrady The Best Trapper In Africa appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blxckie Crowns K1llbrady The Best Trapper In Africa. A moment of pure respect has taken center stage in the ever-shifting landscape of South African hip hop, where trap rhythms meet melodic finesse and

Priddy Ugly Speaks Out On What’s Killing SA Hip Hop
The post Priddy Ugly Speaks Out On What’s Killing SA Hip Hop appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Priddy Ugly Speaks Out On What’s Killing SA Hip Hop. Veteran rapper Priddy Ugly has sparked fresh conversation across Mzansi’s music scene after delivering a blunt assessment of what he believes
Business

Wizkid, Burna Boy, Tyla & MOLIY shortlisted as AMA confirm nominees for 2026
Wizkid, MOLIY, Burna Boy and Tyla all represent Africa as the full list of nominees for the highly coveted AMAs has been announced ahead of

Another Premier League manager reportedly announces his exit
Andoni Iraola has confirmed that he will leave AFC Bournemouth at the end of the 2025/26 season after deciding not to renew his contract. The

Michael Carrick reacts to defeat against Leeds United
The interim manager of Michael Carrick have lashed out at the poor referee officiating decision after his team’s 2–1 defeat to Leeds United. Carrick expressed
Education

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

Advancing the Whole Child Model in Arusha
Advancing the Whole Child Model in Arusha For many children in rural Tanzania, success in school depends on more than classroom instruction. Health challenges, limited learning resources, and social pressures can affect attendance, engagement, and long-term learning outcomes. To address these barriers, Asante Africa Foundation and School-to-School International (STS) are

Rooted in Change: How Wezesha Vijana Students in Uganda Are Leading the Way for the Environment
Rooted in Change: How Wezesha Vijana Students in Uganda Are Leading the Way for the Environment In rural Uganda, a quiet revolution is taking root…literally. Over the past two years, primary school students have moved beyond the classroom to become hands-on environmental stewards. But to understand how that happened, you

Why Mental Health Education is the Key to Healthier Communities on World Health Day
Why Mental Health Education is the Key to Healthier Communities on World Health Day Every year, World Health Day reminds us that health is more than physical well-being. It is emotional, psychological, and social. Yet in many communities across the world, especially in underserved regions, mental health education remains limited

Impact of an African Scholarship for Communities
Impact of an African Scholarship for Communities Access to quality education has become a transformative tool for social and economic development across Africa. Today, scholarships for international students from Africa are not only changing individual lives but are also creating ripple effects that uplift entire communities. The true impact of

World Storytelling Day: Sharing Stories of Girls’ Empowerment in East Africa
World Storytelling Day: Sharing Stories of Girls’ Empowerment in East Africa Every story has the power to inspire change. On World Storytelling Day, celebrated each year around March 20, people across the globe come together to share stories that connect communities, cultures, and generations. For organizations like Asante Africa Foundation,
Entertainment

Halle Bailey & Regé-Jean Page Just Made the Spirit Tunnel Their Runway
A collage of Halle Bailey in a zebra print dress and Regé-Jean Page in a brown suit laughing and clapping during their interview on The Jennifer Hudson Show. If there is one corner of daytime television that keeps giving, it is The Jennifer Hudson Show’s “Spirit Tunnel.” Somehow, a short

Romuald Wadagni Wins Benin’s 2026 Presidential Election in a Landslide
Romuald Wadagni casting his ballot at a polling station during the Benin presidential election on Sunday, 12 April 2026. Photo Credit: Romuald Wadagni/Instagram Benin has a president-elect in Romuald Wadagni, the country’s long-serving Minister of Economy and Finance, following the presidential election held on Sunday, 12 April 2026. Preliminary results

Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Sade Adu to Be Inducted Into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026
A side-by-side collage featuring Sade Adu in the Performer category and Fela Kuti in the Early Influence category, both inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026. If there was ever a moment to turn up the volume and celebrate the sheer brilliance of Nigerian musical

Four Nigerian Writers Shortlisted for 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize
L-R: Hussani Abdulrahim, Oluwatoke Adejoye, Ola W. Halim, Dawn Immanuel Four Nigerian writers have been shortlisted for the 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize, administered by the Commonwealth Foundation and is one of the most prestigious literature prizes globally. The panel of judges has shortlisted 25 writers from 14 countries, selected from

There is a Disconnect Between Fintech Founders and Policymakers in Nigeria
A while back, we sat with a group of Nigerian pre-seed and seed-stage fintech founders preparing for an international roadshow. Their pitch decks were sharp, and their unit economics were sound. Their compliance narratives were well thought through. But when we asked them, “When was the last time you engaged

PIXIE GIRL GLOBAL: A New Era of Beauty & Confidence
Across continents and cultures, women are embracing a fresh chapter, one where they define beauty for themselves and step boldly into spaces that once asked them to shrink. Pixie Girl Global was born for this kind of woman. She may love the ease of a pixie wig, the simplicity of
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