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South Africa Sees Maritime Traffic Surge Amid Iran War
Global shipping companies looking for safer routes are turning to the Cape of Good Hope, a much longer, more expensive journey. Global shipping companies looking
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Ackers backs Bulls’ bench power
Coach Johan Ackermann expects the Vodacom Bulls’ replacements to play a significant role in Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash against the Glasgow Warriors. Vodacom

Double celebration for Erasmus, Venter families
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and ex-wife Nicolene reunited for daughter Nikki’s graduation from Stellenbosch University. News24 reports that Nikki completed a Bachelor of Arts degree,

Bulls make big call for Glasgow clash
The Vodacom Bulls have rejigged their backline for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 playoff against the Glasgow Warriors. In coach Johan Ackermann’s biggest call, David

SA schoolboy makes Ireland U19 debut
Ireland have poached yet another South African schoolboy talent. Centre Rourke O’Sullivan, who matriculated from Michaelhouse last year after representing the Sharks at the U18

JP: Eben’s lifted Sharks’ standards
JP Pietersen says Eben Etzebeth has almost been like an extra coach for the Sharks during his 12-match ban. Etzebeth returns to action for the

Watch: Habana picks Champions Cup winners
Legendary Springbok winger Bryan Habana tells Keo who his winners are in the Investec Champions Cup playoffs. The post Watch: Habana picks Champions Cup winners

Double celebration for Erasmus, Venter families
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and ex-wife Nicolene reunited for daughter Nikki’s graduation from Stellenbosch University. News24 reports that Nikki completed a Bachelor of Arts degree,
Music

KaizerBeatZ Shares Joy Over Early 2026 Placement On Lowfeye’s Project “Nosange”
The post KaizerBeatZ Shares Joy Over Early 2026 Placement On Lowfeye’s Project “Nosange” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. KaizerBeatZ Shares Joy Over Early 2026 Placement On Lowfeye’s Project “Nosange.” KaizerBeatZ has set the tone for his 2026 production run with a striking contribution to Lowfeye’s latest album. The

Moozlie Reacts To Landmark Metro FM Move With Excitement And Gratitude
The post Moozlie Reacts To Landmark Metro FM Move With Excitement And Gratitude appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Moozlie Reacts To Landmark Metro FM Move With Excitement And Gratitude. Moozlie has spent years stepping into the Metro FM studios for interviews, but now the beloved rapper and television

K1llbrady Issues Apology Following Absence From A-Reece’s Birthday Celebration
The post K1llbrady Issues Apology Following Absence From A-Reece’s Birthday Celebration appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. K1llbrady Issues Apology Following Absence From A-Reece’s Birthday Celebration. South African hip-hop artist K1llbrady has issued a heartfelt apology to fans and organisers after being forced to cancel his scheduled performances at

Cassper Pens Open Letter To SA Hip Hop: “Less Ditshele, More Ditsebe”
The post Cassper Pens Open Letter To SA Hip Hop: “Less Ditshele, More Ditsebe” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Pens Open Letter To SA Hip Hop: “Less Ditshele, More Ditsebe.” Cassper Nyovest has issued a heartfelt open letter to the South African hip hop community. The veteran

Cassper Pens Open Letter To SA Hip Hop: “Less Ditshele, More Ditsebe”
The post Cassper Pens Open Letter To SA Hip Hop: “Less Ditshele, More Ditsebe” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Pens Open Letter To SA Hip Hop: “Less Ditshele, More Ditsebe.” Cassper Nyovest has issued a heartfelt open letter to the South African hip hop community. The veteran

Anatii Sets Release Date For Spiritual Single ‘Blessing On Me’
The post Anatii Sets Release Date For Spiritual Single ‘Blessing On Me’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Anatii Sets Release Date For Spiritual Single ‘Blessing On Me.’ South African artist and producer Anatii has unveiled plans for his latest single titled Blessing On Me. The track arrives on
Business

Mikel Arteta rallies Arsenal fans ahead of Premier League title push
Mikel Arteta has delivered a passionate message to Arsenal supporters as the club enters the decisive phase of the Premier League title race. Arteta was

Everything you need to know about Chelsea’s visit to Lagos
Chelsea Football Club are preparing to make a historic trip to Nigeria as part of their global fan engagement initiative, “The Famous CFC.” The Premier

Only Burna Boy comes close to my music quality — Omah Lay
Omah Lay isn’t holding back. The Afrobeats star has sparked fresh conversation in the music scene after boldly declaring himself in a league of his
Education

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,

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
Entertainment

The Four Day Journey: Making The Most Of The Easter Long Weekend
Easter in Nigeria is never a single day experience. It stretches across a long and beautiful four day weekend. It begins with the quiet reflection of Good Friday and builds up to the loud joy of Easter Sunday before settling into the relaxed outdoor vibes of Easter Monday. For many

Modupe Ayobami: Why Do Nigerian Marriages Struggle Abroad?
Most couples planning to relocate talk about visas, job prospects, and which city offers the best opportunities. Very few sit down to have the conversation that actually determines whether their marriage survives the move, which is the roles conversation because somewhere between packing up a Lagos apartment and signing an abroad

Gemini Empowers Broda Shaggi And Other Creators To Bring Folktales To Life For Nigerian Children
Google has partnered with Slum2School Africa and a team of celebrated Nigerian creators to unveil “Stories from Our Home,” a first of its kind Nigerian folktale and cultural colouring book for children. The collaborative initiative aims to bridge the shortage of educational materials in Nigeria by placing 1,000 books directly

Alex Iwobi is Finding Form and Making Waves at Fulham
Alex Iwobi smiling at the camera in a Fulham FC jersey after a game. Photo credit: Fulham FC on X. Alexander Iwobi (or simply Alex or Iwobi) has been in the Premier League since 2015. He started his career at Arsenal and won the FA Cup with the club. However,

Konga Communications Lends Its Voice to LSE Alumni Lagos’ Groundbreaking Women Business Leaders Breakfast
As part of its mandate to promote enterprise and innovation in Nigeria, Konga Communications, was on ground to document a first-of-its-kind breakfast session of alumni of the London School of Economics (LSE), held here in Lagos, Nigeria. Facilitated by the MD of Task Systems, Gozy Ijogun, the event brought together

Baby No. 2 on the Way! Wofai Fada and Taiwo Cole Share a Beautiful Reveal
Wofai Fada and Taiwo Cole in traditional Nigerian attire. Wofai wears a gold-striped Aso-Oke with feathered fringe sleeves and a matching gele, while Taiwo wears a deep green Agbada with black embroidery, beads, and a matching fila. Photo Credit: Wofai Fada/Instagram It is raining babies and the Nigerian internet has
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