South African Star Mokoena Hails EMY Africa Award Recognition as an “Incredible Honour”
South African actor Thapelo Mokoena has been distinguished with the prestigious Actor of the Year award at the 10th edition of the EMY Africa Awards, held in Ghana. The celebrated actor shared his excitement with fans, describing his recognition at the widely respected pan-African ceremony as an "incredible honour" and an "unforgettable weekend in Accra." "I love what I do, &...
👑 Olivia Yacé Relinquishes Miss Universe Africa and Oceania Title, Citing Personal Values
Ivorian beauty queen Olivia Yacé has announced her decision to step down from her title as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, stating that her commitment to integrity and personal values must come first. Yacé, who finished as the fourth runner-up at the Miss Universe 2025 finale in Bangkok, shared the news on her official Facebook page. She emphasized that the...
Pirates Level with Sundowns at the Top After Crucial Win Over Chippa United
Orlando Pirates secured a vital 2-0 victory against Chippa United in the Betway Premiership at Orlando Stadium, with goals from Evidence Makgopa and Oswin Appollis. The win propels the Buccaneers into second place on the log, tying them with leaders Mamelodi Sundowns on 25 points. Crucially, the Soweto giants hold one game in hand over Sundowns. ⚽ Game Highlights The match was...
⚽ Mbekezeli Mbokazi Spotted Back with Orlando Pirates Amid Imminent Chicago Fire Move
Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has been pictured back in the country and in club colours at Orlando Stadium, despite being on the verge of a major transfer to MLS side Chicago Fire. The 20-year-old centre-back, who recently traveled to Chicago for transfer talks (presumably with Pirates’ permission), is reportedly the subject of an agreed-upon R51 million transfer fee between...
Student Housing Sector Reels from NSFAS Instability and Abolition Talk
The student accommodation industry in South Africa is facing severe operational and investment uncertainty following strong criticism and calls for its abolition by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana against the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). The minister's remarks, coupled with ongoing issues of mismanagement and funding distribution failures at NSFAS, have destabilized a sector heavily reliant on timely government...
Wits Launches New Cybersecurity Postgraduate Degrees to Fortify Africa’s Digital Future
The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) has announced the launch of two new postgraduate degrees in cybersecurity: the Bachelor of Science Honours (BScHons) in Cybersecurity and the Master of Science (MSc) in Cybersecurity. These fully accredited programmes are designed to develop highly skilled professionals to address evolving cyberthreats and safeguard Africa's digital landscape. The application deadline for both degrees is...
University of Pretoria Dominates 2025 MACE Excellence Awards with 34 Wins
The University of Pretoria (UP) was the most decorated institution at the 2025 Marketing, Advancement, and Communication in Education (MACE) Excellence Awards, securing an impressive 34 awards out of 47 entries. The MACE Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in marketing, advancement, and communication within South Africa’s higher education sector. This year's awards, themed "The human touch," saw a total of...
Chymamusique Responds to Marriage Offer With Playful, Revealing Joke
South African musician Chymamusique generated a wave of humorous reactions on X (formerly Twitter) following a witty exchange with a fan who offered to marry him. The conversation began when the artist posted about selling his bikes. In a subsequent comment, Chymamusique shared a personal note, revealing: "I don’t have a wife, kids & good health." A fan seized the moment,...
Musa Khawula’s Attempted Kiss on Sol Phenduka Goes Viral, Stirs Online Reaction
A playful encounter between controversial YouTuber Musa Khawula and radio personality Sol Phenduka has become a viral talking point, particularly due to a surprise moment captured on camera. Musa Khawula's Attempted Kiss on Sol Phenduka Goes Viral, Stirs Online Reaction The interaction was shared by Sol Phenduka on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday. The clip shows the two personalities in high...
Lamiez Holworthy Honored with Glamour Women of the Year Award, Reflects on 15-Year Journey
Award-winning DJ and media personality Lamiez Holworthy is celebrating a major milestone after being named a recipient at the Glamour South Africa Women of the Year Awards. Lamiez took to Instagram to share an emotional video and a heartfelt caption, noting that the recognition arrived during a particularly significant period in her personal and professional life. Reflecting on her journey, she...
