UCT Hosts World’s Leading Research Universities
From 3 to 6 March 2026, The University of Cape Town (UCT) became the epicenter of global intellectual diplomacy. Under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela, UCT played host to the prestigious International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU) Presidents’ Meeting, welcoming the heads of 11 of the world’s most influential academic institutions. A Summit for Strategy and Innovation The four-day...
How Prof. Elena Moore is Rewriting the Social Contract of Care
For over two decades, Professor Elena Moore has been pulling back the curtain on the "invisible engine" of society: the labor of caring for the young, the elderly, and the infirm. Her research across Ireland and Southern Africa challenges a long-held myth—that care is merely a private family duty. Instead, she reveals it to be a complex social relation...
DIRCO Rescues DJ Zinzi Kahnish from Conflict Zone in Tel Aviv
South African artist DJ Zinzi Kahnish is expected to touch down on home soil by the end of tonight, concluding a high-stakes diplomatic rescue mission. The popular DJ had traveled to Israel for a scheduled performance, only to find herself stranded as the sudden escalation of war grounded flights and closed borders. The Mission: Diplomacy in Action As the situation in...
Sizwe Dhlomo Steps In as Sol Phenduka Teases Extreme Weight-Loss Diet
It’s the digital "intervention" the Mzansi timeline didn't see coming. Sol Phenduka, the beloved Podcast and Chill co-host currently documented on a rigorous weight-loss journey, recently shared a glimpse into his private chats with fellow broadcaster and "accountability partner" Sizwe Dhlomo. The topic? OMAD (One Meal A Day)—a trend popularized by fitness enthusiasts like Prince Kaybee, but one that Sizwe...
Robot Boii’s Paris Fashion Week Performance Sparks Controversy
When MaXhosa Africa founder Laduma Ngxokolo debuted his Autumn/Winter 2026 "SIYIKULTURE" collection in Paris, the goal was to blend Xhosa heritage with evolving contemporary movements. However, a specific segment of the presentation—a routine by dancer Robot Boii inspired by the Skhothane subculture—has left social media divided. The performance, which saw dancers spilling custard onto a carpet in a nod to...
Bennett Mnguni Challenges Cardoso’s “Fixture Congestion” Concerns
Mamelodi Sundowns find themselves at a crossroads as they juggle a high-stakes CAF Champions League quarterfinal against Stade Malien and a neck-and-neck domestic title race with Orlando Pirates. For head coach Miguel Cardoso, the relentless travel and lack of recovery time are becoming a significant hurdle. However, former Sundowns midfield anchor Bennett Mnguni believes the "fatigue" narrative is nothing new...
The Buccaneers Takeover: A Deep Dive into the 11 Pirates Powering Bafana Bafana
The "Ghost" isn't just haunting the PSL anymore—it’s taking over the national team. With 11 Orlando Pirates players named in the latest Bafana Bafana preliminary squad to face Panama, the message is clear: the road to national glory currently runs through Orlando. Here is a player-by-player look at the Buccaneers set to don the green and gold: The Guardians of the...
Gayton McKenzie Challenges Critics to Decisive Action in SAFA Elections
In a bold address regarding the current state of South African football administration, Minister Gayton McKenzie has made it clear that "complaining on the sidelines" is no longer enough. Following recent chaotic scenes at a SAFA National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, which the Minister described as "hugely embarrassing and shameful," he has pointed to the ballot box as the...
Pirates Head Coach Rallies Reserve Team After Late Heartbreak
While the senior squad continues its campaign, Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is proving that his commitment to the Orlando Pirates brand starts from the ground up. Despite witnessing a narrow and late loss to Golden Arrows, Ouaddou chose to focus on the grit and technical growth of the young Buccaneers. Building the "Never-Say-Die" Culture In an intimate post-match session, Ouaddou urged the...
Bafana Bafana Preliminary Squad Revealed for Panama Clash
The road to the next international break has begun with a bombshell. Bafana Bafana head coach has officially released the preliminary squad to face the Panama national team, and for the first time in recent memory, the "Glamour Boys" of Kaizer Chiefs have been completely excluded from the roster. While the absence of Amakhosi players is the headline, the squad...
