Cardoso Hails Sundowns’ Quality After Morupule Charity Spectacular Victory
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso praised the depth and quality of his squad, proclaiming they possess "some of the best players on the continent," after securing the Morupule Charity Spectacular trophy in Botswana. The Tshwane giants traveled across the border during their mid-season break and dominated the one-day tournament ahead of crucial CAF Champions League fixtures. Off-Season Success and Targets...
Ouaddou Celebrates Carling Cup Win, Immediately Shifts Focus to Second Half of Season
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has secured his third trophy with the club this season after the Buccaneers defeated Black Label All Stars 2-0 to claim the 2025 Carling Cup. However, the Moroccan coach is already sounding a clear warning about the crucial fixtures ahead. A Hard-Fought Victory Despite missing nine key players due to international duty—which allowed players like...
SAFA Defends Hugo Broos Against Racism and Sexism Claims Following Controversial Comments
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has issued a statement defending Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos after his recent controversial remarks sparked accusations of racism and sexism. The backlash stemmed from comments Broos made regarding the conduct of defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi and the player's agent, Basia Michaels. The Controversial Remarks Broos had expressed strong displeasure over Mbokazi returning to camp late...
DJ Tira Announces the End of Fact Durban Rocks; Brand Up for Sale
DJ Tira, whose real name is Mthokozi Khathi, has officially announced that the long-running annual music event, FACT Durban Rocks, will conclude under its current ownership after the upcoming New Year's Eve celebration. The Afrotainment boss took to social media to share a statement revealing that the final event organized by the current team will take place on December 31st,...
Emtee Unfazed by Nota’s Silence on ‘DIY 3’ Deluxe Album
South African hip-hop artist Emtee is seemingly unconcerned by the unusual silence from prominent music commentator Nota following the release of his 'DIY 3' Deluxe album. Nota, known for his immediate and often controversial reactions to Emtee's new material, has notably refrained from commenting this time around. This break in their established pattern has become a talking point among fans. Emtee's...
Senior Scholars Call for Deeper Systemic Reform Beyond AECRS Platforms
Senior academics and research leaders at the recent Advancing Early Career Researchers and Scholars (AECRS) Workshop called for urgent, deeper reforms within South Africa’s higher education system. While acknowledging the value of the AECRS programme, speakers emphasized that structured support, collaboration, and comprehensive system changes are necessary to strengthen postgraduate pathways and retain future scholars. The workshop, hosted by Universities...
Collaboration Advocated to Bolster SA’s Scholar and Researcher Pipeline
Universities South Africa (USAf), in partnership with the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), recently convened national higher-education leaders to address and strengthen the pipeline for Early Career Researchers and Scholars (AECRS). The two-day AECRS event, held near O.R. Tambo International Airport from November 27-28, 2025, gathered university executives, academics, policymakers, and early-career researchers. The goal was to confront...
Partner Kayla Peters Vows to Uphold Junior King’s Legacy
Following the tragic death of rapper Junior King, his partner, Kayla Peters, took to Instagram to share a powerful and emotional tribute, reflecting on their deep relationship and her profound loss. An Immediate and Heartfelt Goodbye Peters highlighted the shocking timing of his passing, noting they had just shared a deep conversation: "Yesterday we had a heart to heart and all I...
Bafana Bafana’s Final AFCON Warm-Up Venue Confirmed
South Africa's senior men's national team, Bafana Bafana, has confirmed their final warm-up fixture before heading to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.1 The team will host Ghana at the Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto on Tuesday, 16 December, with kick-off scheduled for 16:00 (South Africa time).2 The squad will depart for Morocco the following day, ahead of the...
Bafana Bafana Defender Siyabonga Ngezana’s AFCON Dream Hangs in the Balance
The Bafana Bafana camp has been dealt a significant pre-tournament blow as key defender Siyabonga Ngezana has sustained an injury, placing his participation in next month's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in doubt. Ngezana, who plays for Romanian club FCSB, was recently included in coach Hugo Broos's 25-man preliminary squad. The Injury Details Injury Type: Ngezana was forced off the field during...
