Former Miss Universe and Miss South Africa, Zozibini Tunzi, officially tied the knot with her longtime partner, Luthando Mluleki Bolowana, in a breathtaking ceremony held on 22 March 2025 at the picturesque Belair Pavilion in Paarl, Western Cape. The intimate yet grand affair was a celebration of love, culture, and elegance. Tunzi stunned in a custom-designed gown by […]
Jabu Mtwa, one of the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) 2023–2026 Young Leaders, is rewriting the narrative for African youth through sport. A native of Johannesburg, South Africa, Mtwa is turning the continent’s booming sports industry into a catalyst for change, tackling youth unemployment and transforming lives — one goal, one game, one young person at a time. At just […]
In what could easily be described as one of the boldest musical link-ups of the year, Nigeria’s Afrobeats maestro Kizz Daniel has released a dazzling new single titled “Police”, calling on the vocal magic of six-time Grammy legend Angelique Kidjo and Nigeria’s own silky-voiced sensation, Johnny Drille. This record isn’t just a song—it’s a bold statement, a mood lifter, […]
Kgomotso Lekola never set out to build an empire from plastic. But then again, the great ones rarely do. They stumble upon opportunity, wrestle it to the ground, and mold it into something remarkable. In Lekola’s case, it was pipes—humble, unglamorous, and overlooked. The kind of product that never gets a front-row seat in the entrepreneurial hall of fame. […]
The Million-Dollar Throne of Africa’s Digital Monarch Let’s be honest—if our ancestors could time-travel to 2024 and see a Nigerian making millions by simply talking to a camera, their first reaction would be suspicion. A witch? A trickster? A highly blessed oracle of the gods? But here we are, in an era where the most valuable currency is not […]
The drums have rolled, the chants have risen, and the royal mantle has found its new bearer. After nearly two years of waiting since the passing of the legendary Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, the ancient city of Oyo has crowned its 46th Alaafin — Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I. At 47, Oba Owoade I brings with him not just […]
Controversial American rapper Kanye West has sparked debate once again, claiming that most US artists lack business acumen and should take lessons from Nigerians, Jews, Chinese, and Indians on financial intelligence and self-sufficiency. Speaking during an interview with DJ Akademiks, Kanye criticised many American rappers for relying on foreign investors and lawyers to manage their careers instead of building […]
A picture speaks a thousand words, but this stunning shot of Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Rita Dominic, and Enioluwa Adeoluwa leaves us asking just one question—what exactly are they up to? A movie? A brand collaboration? Or perhaps a surprise music project? Now, that would be something! Whatever it is, we’re already hooked, but first, let’s take a moment to […]
Afrobeats sensation Ruger has revealed that his musical journey began in the church choir, crediting his early experiences for shaping his vocal prowess. Speaking on a recent episode of Africa Now on Apple Music, the Bounce hitmaker shared that, despite his impressive vocal ability, he rarely showcases it in his recorded songs—reserving it instead for his live performances. “Only […]
Kings reign. Legends endure. And then, there is Sikiru Adetona. When he ascended the throne on April 2, 1960, as the Awujale of Ijebuland, Nigeria had just shaken off its colonial chains, the Beatles had yet to record their first album, and John F. Kennedy was still a senator. Sixty-five years later, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba II, remains […]
