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Large Ebola Outbreak Is Declared in Congo
Dozens of deaths and hundreds of infections are suspected, an African agency said. Health experts were alarmed that the outbreak hadn’t been announced sooner. Dozens
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Cardiff outmuscle faltering Stormers, Lions qualify
Cardiff qualified for the Vodacom URC playoffs with a passionate home win over the Stormers at the Arms Park on Friday night. Corniel van Zyl’s

Pumas hold off Cheetahs to reach SA Cup final
The Pumas booked their place in the SA Cup final after edging the Cheetahs in a thrilling semi-final in Mbombela on Friday. The teams scored

LIVE: Cardiff vs Stormers
Follow the live action as Cardiff host the Stormers in a round 18 Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash at the Arms Park. Tweets by THESTORMERS

Bulls stun Lions in dramatic U23 Cup final
The Vodacom Bulls XV produced a stirring second-half comeback to beat the Lions XV 33-32 in a thrilling final at Ellis Park on Friday and

Crowley strengthens Munster for Lions clash
Munster have been boosted by the return of two key backs for Saturday’s crunch Vodacom URC clash against the Lions at Thomond Park. Flyhalf Jack

Junior Boks get Giliomee boost
Four fit-again players have been included in a Junior Boks training squad ahead of the U20 International Series in Cape Town later this month. Luan

Where to watch the 2026 World Cup in Africa
Here is where football fans in Africa can watch the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup, scheduled to commence in June. African football fans will be
Music

Stogie T Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Cultural Giant Maria McCloy Following Her Passing
The post Stogie T Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Cultural Giant Maria McCloy Following Her Passing appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Stogie T Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Cultural Giant Maria McCloy Following Her Passing. Tributes continue to pour in for Maria McCloy, a revered journalist, cultural critic, entrepreneur, and

Maraza Builds Momentum For “UNO” Album With Explosive “SPILLI” Music Video
The post Maraza Builds Momentum For “UNO” Album With Explosive “SPILLI” Music Video appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maraza Builds Momentum For “UNO” Album With Explosive “SPILLI” Music Video. Veteran South African rapper Maraza has unleashed a striking visual for his hard-hitting single “SPILLI”. The official music video

Kindlynxsh On How Oliver Mtukudzi’s ‘Todii’ Became His Soul-Baring New Single
The post Kindlynxsh On How Oliver Mtukudzi’s ‘Todii’ Became His Soul-Baring New Single appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kindlynxsh On How Oliver Mtukudzi’s ‘Todii’ Became His Soul-Baring New Single. In a heartfelt interview on YFM’s The Agenda with Roiii and DJ Sliqe, rising star Kindlynxsh pulled back the

Lowfeye Premieres “H1/Inhliziyo Yesqhwaga” Music Video
The post Lowfeye Premieres “H1/Inhliziyo Yesqhwaga” Music Video appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lowfeye Premieres “H1/Inhliziyo Yesqhwaga” Music Video. Fans of South African hip-hop have something to look forward to this morning as rising artist Lowfeye drops the official music video for his track “H1/Inhliziyo Yesqhwaga” at 10:00

JayHood Drops “West African Time” Freestyle Inspired By A-Reece & Manifest
The post JayHood Drops “West African Time” Freestyle Inspired By A-Reece & Manifest appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. JayHood Drops “West African Time” Freestyle Inspired By A-Reece & Manifest. JayHood has released a vibrant new freestyle titled “West African Time,” drawing direct inspiration from A-Reece and Manifestive. JayHood

Zoocci Coke Dope Opens Up About Fallout With Big Star Johnson
The post Zoocci Coke Dope Opens Up About Fallout With Big Star Johnson appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Zoocci Coke Dope Opens Up About Fallout With Big Star Johnson. South African producer and artist Zoocci Coke Dope has publicly addressed his fractured relationship with fellow musician Big Star
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Ivory Coast releases its 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup
Ivory Coast have officially unveiled their 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with head coach Emerse Faé naming a strong blend of experienced

Where to watch the 2026 World Cup in Africa
Here is where football fans in Africa can watch the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup, scheduled to commence in June. African football fans will be

Dr Phindile Cebekhulu-Msomi: Building Climate-Smart Agriculture Through Hazile Group
South Africa’s food and water challenges require more than big ideas. They require entrepreneurs who can build practical solutions, test them on the ground, and
Education

What Makes Great Youth Empowerment Programs
What Makes Great Youth Empowerment Programs Young people today are not waiting for the future; they are shaping it. Across the globe, communities are investing in youth empowerment programs to equip the next generation with the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to succeed. But what separates average initiatives from

Earth Day 2026: Building Sustainability and Clean Solutions for Africa
Earth Day 2026: Building Sustainability and Clean Solutions for Africa While countries and governments around the world debate about climate solutions, East African youth are already building them. Earth Day turns 56 years old in 2026, and there’s no better way to honor the spirit of the day than by

When Girls Get the Chance, They Change Everything
When Girls Get the Chance, They Change Everything Across Sub-Saharan Africa, girls are graduating with STEM degrees at some of the highest rates in the world. For many girls in rural communities, however, the path to a science education is not straightforward. It is interrupted — by school fees that cannot be

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
Entertainment

Chigurl Turns 50 and the Internet Cannot Get Over These Stunning Birthday Photos
Editorial detail of Chioma Omeruah’s birthday look, highlighting her radiant skin, statement pearl jewellery, and sophisticated charcoal smoky eye makeup. Photo Credit: Omawumi/Instagram Chioma Ijeoma Omeruah, Chigurl, just turned 50, and instead of easing quietly into the milestone, she gave us pearls, ripped denim, glossy skin, and one extremely good

Genevieve Nnaji Attends Cannes Women in Cinema Gala as Honouree in Elegant All-Black Look
Genevieve Nnaji, Nigerian actress and producer, pictured alongside fellow Women in Cinema honourees at the Red Sea Film Foundation gala held at Hotel du Cap during the 79th Cannes Film Festival, 14 May 2026. Photo Credit: Red Sea Film Foundation/Instagram The Red Sea Film Foundation held its annual Women in

Tony and Awele Vivien Elumelu Named Among TIME100 Philanthropy Honourees for 2026
Founders Tony and Awele Elumelu named as 2026 TIME100 Philanthropy honourees. The couple was featured in the Titans section of the list, which highlights their decade-long commitment to African entrepreneurship and the $100m TEF seed capital initiative. Photo Credit: Tony Elumelu/Instagram TIME Magazine has named Tony O. Elumelu, and Awele

AMVCA 2026: BellaNaija Gets Ready With Osas Ighodaro & Talks Fashion, Creativity and Style
Osas Ighodaro in two custom Veekee James creations for the 12th AMVCA in Lagos. The collage captures the architectural precision of the crimson tiered gown alongside the avant-garde silver ballgown featuring 400 repurposed metal sponges. If you gasped at Osas Ighodaro‘s looks at the 12th AMVCA, we have good news

Coco Gauff Returns to the Italian Open Final After Straight-Sets Win Over Sorana Cîrstea
Coco Gauff stabilized her service game to defeat Sorana Cirstea 6-4, 6-3, advancing to the championship match on Saturday. Photo Credit: WTA/Instagram Coco Gauff is final bound, and the energy at the Foro Italico is absolutely electric! The World No. 3 has officially stormed into the championship match of the

Crafted for Culture: How Don Julio Defined Fashion and Excellence at the AMVCA
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards has always been more than an award show. It is one of the few nights where African film, fashion, culture and identity meet in one room with the red carpet becoming its own form of storytelling. This year, however, something felt different. The 12th
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