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From 2011: Wangari Maathai, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Dies at 71
A Kenyan environmentalist, she began by paying women a few shillings to plant trees and went on to become the first African woman to win
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LIVE: Ireland vs Wales
Follow the live action as Ireland face Wales at the Aviva Stadium Stadio in Dublin. Tweets by SixNationsRugby The post LIVE: Ireland vs Wales
Lions centre back in the dock
Bronson Mills’ court case has been postponed until next month after the Lions centre appeared in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court on Friday. The 22-year-old faces
Lions prop learns fate
Lions prop Conraad van Vuuren has been suspended for a shoulder-to-head collision against the Stormers at Ellis Park. The incident took place in the 69th
No more WP in Currie Cup
Western Province will no longer play in the Currie Cup. The record 34-time winners will now compete in the domestic tournament as the Stormers XXIII.
Watch: SA Rugby Awards in 60 seconds
Domestic rugby’s finest were honoured at a glittering ceremony at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on Thursday night. WRAP: Marvellous Marx crowned SA’s best
Impi: Strongest Blitzboks since lockdown
Captain Impi Visser says the Blitzboks will field their strongest squad in years at this weekend’s Vancouver Sevens. The Blitzboks arrived in Canada in confident
When Britney Spears’s Conservatorship Ended, Concern for Her Did Not
The pop star’s arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence this week was a breaking point, years after she regained control of her life
Music
Usimamane Teases New Music With Raw & Honest Reflections
The post Usimamane Teases New Music With Raw & Honest Reflections appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Usimamane Teases New Music With Raw & Honest Reflections. South African rapper Usimamane is stirring excitement among fans with a raw and introspective Instagram post that hints at new music. Usimamane Teases
Emtee Pays Tribute To SA Hip-Hop Legends And Rising Stars
The post Emtee Pays Tribute To SA Hip-Hop Legends And Rising Stars appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Pays Tribute To SA Hip-Hop Legends And Rising Stars. Emtee recently took a reflective moment on social media to acknowledge the artists who have shaped his musical journey. The post
A-Reece Reveals New Age SA Rappers He’d Collab With
The post A-Reece Reveals New Age SA Rappers He’d Collab With appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. A-Reece Reveals New Age SA Rappers He’d Collab With. At this year’s Milk & Cookies Festival, South African rap powerhouse A-Reece took a moment to spotlight the next generation of hip-hop talent
Lowfeye Releases “Bags on Bags” Visualiser With Priddy Ugly
The post Lowfeye Releases “Bags on Bags” Visualiser With Priddy Ugly appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lowfeye Releases “Bags on Bags” Visualiser With Priddy Ugly. South African rising hip-hop talent Lowfeye has unveiled the official visualiser for his fan favourite track “Bags on Bags”, featuring seasoned lyricist Priddy
DJ Speedsta Levels Up Streetwear Culture With Launch Of SpeedyBoi Collection
The post DJ Speedsta Levels Up Streetwear Culture With Launch Of SpeedyBoi Collection appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Speedsta Levels Up Streetwear Culture With Launch Of SpeedyBoi Collection. South African hip-hop fashion has entered a bold new chapter with the arrival of the SpeedyBoi Collection, a limited-edition
Big Zulu Steers Inkabi Records Into A New Era
The post Big Zulu Steers Inkabi Records Into A New Era appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Zulu Steers Inkabi Records Into A New Era. Inkabi Records founder Big Zulu is once again guiding his label into a new chapter, balancing reflection with renewal as the company announces
Business
Jesse Lingard joins top club as a free agent
Former England and Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard has officially joined Brazilian club Sport Club Corinthians Paulista on a short-term deal until the end of
Mavo renders new single ‘Mofe’
Afrobeats sensation Mavo continues his upward trajectory with the release of Mofe. The song further solidifies his reputation as one of the hottest artists in
Victor AD drops ‘Prayer Request II’ with Jahmiel & Patoranking
Six years after the original Prayer Request became a staple for believers and dreamers, Victor AD returns with a powerful sequel, Prayer Request II. This
Education
International Women’s Day: Veneration in a Fight Not Finished
International Women’s Day: Veneration in a Fight Not Finished Breaking Barriers Worldwide In Canada, a CEO delivers a 5 year anniversary speech to her employees. In Bolivia, a lawmaker prepares her notes for the assembly room proceedings. In Tibet, a theologian advises her pupil on finding spiritual transcendence. In Australia,
Opening Pathways to Education for Vulnerable Children in Rural Tanzania
Opening Pathways to Education for Vulnerable Children in Rural Tanzania For many children in rural Tanzania, staying in school is not just about motivation. Long distances, safety risks and financial pressure often determine whether a child attends class or drops out altogether. For girls, these barriers are even higher. A
The Impact of Girls Empowerment Across Africa
The Impact of Girls Empowerment Across Africa Across Africa, the conversation around development, economic growth, and community resilience increasingly points to one undeniable truth: empowering girls is foundational to lasting change. When girls are educated, supported, and given economic opportunity, entire communities benefit. When they are not, the consequences echo
Expanding Access to Quality Education Through Offline-First Innovation
Expanding Access to Quality Education Through Offline-First Innovation At Asante Africa Foundation, we believe access to quality education should not be limited by geography or connectivity. Meaningful progress requires partnerships that address systemic barriers and deliver practical, context-responsive solutions for learners and educators. Since 2021, we have partnered with Learning
Life Savers: High School Girls Bring STEM Solutions to Marsabit’s Water Crisis
Life Savers: High School Girls Bring STEM Solutions to Marsabit’s Water Crisis In the arid landscape of Marsabit, Kenya, where prolonged droughts have long challenged communities’ access to clean water, a group of high school girls from Moi Girls Marsabit are developing innovative solutions that could transform their region’s future.
World Education Day: How Education Is the Foundation for Change
World Education Day: How Education Is the Foundation for Change Education is often described as the key to opportunity, but in the communities Asante Africa Foundation serves across East Africa, education is more than access to classrooms or textbooks. It is the foundation upon which young people build livelihoods, protect
Entertainment
Femi Dapson & Simi Sanya’s Red Pre-Wedding Photos | See Every Detail of the Shoot
Lifestyle influencer Simi Sanya in a crystal-beaded red gown and film producer Femi Dapson in a deep burgundy suit for their pre-wedding photo shoot. Photo Credit: Simi Sanya/Instagram People say red is the colour of love and after seeing Femi Dapson and Simi Sanya in these photos, we are not
Stanford Seed Network Nigeria launches IWD Webinar Series to empower Women Entrepreneurs
In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Stanford Seed Network Nigeria is once again creating meaningful opportunities for women entrepreneurs to learn, connect, and grow. Following the success of its International Women’s Day initiative last year, the Network is returning in 2026 with an expanded series of learning experiences designed
Gen Zs are Ditching Dating Apps, and Knorr Is Helping Them Find Love in the Kitchen
Forget perfect profiles and carefully filtered selfies. Gen Z is tired of swiping, and honestly, who can blame them? Dating apps promised endless options, but what they delivered was photo shopped pictures, awkward small talk, and vibes that rarely made it past the apps. So Gen Z are doing what
emPLE Partners Lagos State and Bastion Health for International Women’s Day “emPOWERHer” Health Drive
emPLE, one of Nigeria’s rapidly growing insurance companies, has announced a strategic partnership with the Lagos State Ministry of Health (LSMOH) and Bastion Health to celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 through its emPOWERHer campaign. This community-focused health initiative aims at promoting preventive healthcare for women and their children. Taking place
From Azonto to Wotowoto Seasoning — Five Ghanaian Songs to Celebrate Ghana at 69
Ghanaian musician Fuse ODG draped in traditional Kente cloth and gold beaded necklaces, seated overlooking a coastal Ghanaian city. Photo Credit: Fuse ODG/Instagram Ghana turns 69 today and the country has every reason to celebrate. On 6th March 1957, Ghana became the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence from
A Fun Rivalry: The Things Nigerians and Ghanaians Might Never Agree On
Today is Ghana’s Independence Day, and as a loving neighbour to Nigeria, it is important to rejoice with Ghanians as they celebrate the day they became free of colonial shackles. And what better way to celebrate them than discussing the things Nigerians and Ghanians don’t agree on? Or that Ghana
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