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Africa : Epstein files: Olivier Colom, Marine Le Pen’s undercover fixer
It is a connection that those close to Marine Le Pen would prefer not to see exposed. Since the US Department […] It is a
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Sports

Itoje regains England captaincy
Captain Maro Itoje returns as one of two changes for England’s Six Nations trip to Scotland on Saturday. The lock started last weekend’s 48-7 thrashing

‘SA games didn’t rate well in Super Rugby’
Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley has shut the door on a possible return to the tournament for South African sides. While the Bulls, Lions,

Findings released into NZ rugby player’s death
A coroner has released findings into the sudden death of Highlanders and New Zealand Maori back Connor Garden-Bachop. The 25-year-old was found unresponsive while staying

Moore: Blaming Nienaber misses Ireland’s real issues
Former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber is not to blame for Ireland’s struggles according to former England hooker Brian Moore. Former Ireland players and pundits pointed

Stormers think laterally to solve lock crisis
The Stormers are set to address their growing injury concerns in the engine room by welcoming back a familiar face. With their lock stocks stretched

‘RoboCop’ trains with Cheetahs
A Cheetahs scrumhalf caught the eye at training in Bloemfontein on Monday. Marco Jansen van Vuren wore large black protective glasses, prompting teammates to quickly

Going Digital: Cashless Adoption for South African SMEs
Digitisation has introduced many changes in the entrepreneurial space. One of the major changes has been the adoption of cashless transactions by businesses. Cash carries
Music

How SA Hip‑Hop Lost Its Soul When AKA Died
The post How SA Hip‑Hop Lost Its Soul When AKA Died appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. When Kiernan AKA Forbes died 3 years ago, South African hip‑hop didn’t just lose one of its brightest stars—it lost its heart. Three years on, the culture that he embodied and fought for feels quieter,

Touchline Marks Four Years Of Acclaimed Album “S.O.O.N 2 (A Better Year)”
The post Touchline Marks Four Years Of Acclaimed Album “S.O.O.N 2 (A Better Year)” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Touchline Marks Four Years Of Acclaimed Album “S.O.O.N 2 (A Better Year).” South African hip-hop artist Touchline took a moment to reflect on a defining chapter of his journey,

Tony Dayimane Responds To Claims Of Beef With Blxckie Ahead Of Same-day Releases
The post Tony Dayimane Responds To Claims Of Beef With Blxckie Ahead Of Same-day Releases appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Tony Dayimane Responds to Claims of Beef With Blxckie Ahead of Same-day Releases. In South African hip hop’s fast-moving and fiercely competitive space, a quiet but ongoing tension

10 Most Streamed AKA Songs Of All Time
The post 10 Most Streamed AKA Songs Of All Time appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. 10 Most Streamed AKA Songs Of All Time. Three years after the tragic loss of Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, better known as AKA, the Supa Mega’s music continues to dominate streaming platforms, proving his

Stilo Magolide Drops “Abazali” Music Video Featuring Vusi Nova
The post Stilo Magolide Drops “Abazali” Music Video Featuring Vusi Nova appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Stilo Magolide Drops “Abazali” Music Video Featuring Vusi Nova. South African hip-hop artist Stilo Magolide is celebrating the release of the official music video for his heartfelt track Abazali, featuring acclaimed Afro-soul

From “Altar Ego” to “Mass Country”: AKA’s Unbreakable Legacy in SA Hip Hop
The post From “Altar Ego” to “Mass Country”: AKA’s Unbreakable Legacy in SA Hip Hop appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. From “Altar Ego” to “Mass Country”: AKA’s Unbreakable Legacy in SA Hip Hop. Long before South African hip hop filled stadiums and commanded global respect, before it dared
Business

Arne Slot’s comments on Liverpool’s form sparks controvery
The head coach of Liverpool Arne Slot has opened up on the club’s recent struggles in the Premier League this season. Slot admitted that Liverpool’s

Nens Arrives with ‘Storm’: Afro-Jazz Meets Amapiano
Nens is a new instrumentalist whose debut single Storm came out last Friday. Two tracks, both instrumental, nine minutes total. The sound sits somewhere between

Pep Guardiola reacts to Gianluigi Donnarumma’s match-winning save against Liverpool
The save by Gianluigi Donnarumma in the Premier League game against Liverpool has been the major highlight of the game between both Premier League top
Education

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

The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education
The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education Every January 24, the world marks International Day of Education. This year’s theme, “The power of youth in co-creating education,” recognizes what we at Asante Africa Foundation have known from the start: young people are the architects of their own futures. A Right,

Youth Voices for Human Rights: Empowerment Through Advocacy and Education
Youth Voices for Human Rights: Empowerment Through Advocacy and Education December 1st, marks the celebration of International Human Rights Day—an important global reminder of the rights, freedoms, and dignity entitled to every person. As an organization dedicated to improving educational opportunities and life outcomes for young people across East Africa,

Impacting Students and Creating Leaders through Mentorship
Impacting Students and Creating Leaders through Mentorship Every great leader carries the imprint of someone who believed in them early on. A teacher who listened. A guide who challenged them. A mentor who saw potential long before it was visible. On International Mentoring Day, also known globally as the International

What We’ve Learned: Key Takeaways from a Year of Youth Empowerment
What We’ve Learned: Key Takeaways from a Year of Youth Empowerment As the year comes to a close, one thing is clear: youth empowerment is not a theory, it is a practice. Across East Africa, young people have shown us what becomes possible when opportunity meets preparation, when education is
Entertainment

The Macallan Deepens Cultural Relevance by Supporting Emerging African Artists
L-R: Senior Brand Manager, West and Central Africa (WACA), Edrington, Hammed Adebiyi; CEO of Alexis Galleries, Patty Chidiac-Mastrogiannis; Exhibiting Artists, Aliya Diseotu Victor, Ibrahim Afegbua, Konboye Ebipade Eugene and Co-founder Alexis Galleries, Minas Mastrogiannis at the Recycling Matters II Exhibition at the Alexis Galleries in partnership with The Macallan on

Dennis Isong: Is It Better to Buy Land from an Estate or From Omo Onile?
A young couple living in Canada contacted me after seeing two land offers online. One was an estate of land in a developing area on the outskirts of Lagos. The other was omo onile land in a fairly busy part of the mainland. The omo onile land was cheaper and

Impact Comes From Surviving Storms And Not Avoiding Them: Princess Joy Esamah Celebrates Golden Age With Book Launch
The prestigious 10 Degrees Events Centre in Oregun, Lagos, became a hub of glitz and inspiration yesterday as Princess Joy Esamah hosted a triple-header celebration marking her 50th birthday, the 19th anniversary of the renowned Effizzie Magazine, and the official launch of her much-anticipated book, Beauty Beyond Brokenness. The event,

Every African Cast Member in Bridgerton You Need to Know
If you’ve been watching “Bridgerton” and feeling a little extra pride every time certain faces appear on screen, you’re not alone. The Netflix period drama has become a cultural phenomenon, and part of what makes it so special is the representation it brings to the Regency era—including some incredibly talented

BN Book Excerpt: When Tomorrow Found Us by Pearl Ehigimetor
Everyone at the table took a liking to Simdi. She seemed such an interesting person. Of particular interest to Felicity was her keen sense of fashion. And both of them connected at that level, discussing fashion styles, body type, patterns, colours, and more. Freke watched Simdi’s animated face as she

See the Best 80s-Inspired Looks from Timini Egbuson’s Valentine’s Movie Premiere
For the premiere of his latest movie, “Love and New Notes,” Timini Egbuson set the tone with a theme that had everyone reaching into the archives: 80s fashion—classic, bold and stylish. And guess who came through in their fashionable glory? The cast and celebrities from across the entertainment industry, all
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