Ghana duo to participate in South Africa National Cycling Road Championship
By Michael Okuley The cycling community is abuzz with anticipation as Farrakhan Shaaban Mohammed of River Park Eastern Region Cycling Club based in Oda and Foster Doevi, popularly known as “Bullet,” of Gladiators Cycling Club based in Accra prepare to bring their experience and competitive edge to the National Cycling Championship scheduled for 30th November […]
Chris Brown concert shines spotlight on violence against women in South Africa
Chris Brown’s forthcoming concert in South Africa has led to renewed focus on the country’s shocking levels of violence against women, with campaigners saying it sends the wrong message given his history of abuse. In less than two hours, the Grammy-winner managed to sell out tickets to the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg – the largest […]
Porridge recalled after three children die in South Africa
An instant porridge has been withdrawn from sale in South Africa after three young children died reportedly after eating it. Police spokesperson Lt Col Siphokazi Mawisa told local newspaper the Daily Maverick the children, aged 18 months to four years, had complained of stomach aches after eating Top Score Instant Porridge, before they died on […]
SA billionaire Johann Rupert overtakes Aliko Dangote as Africa’s richest man
South African billionaire Johann Rupert has overtaken Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote as Africa’s richest person, according to the latest data from the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Mr Rupert controls Richemont, one of the world’s largest luxury goods firms, which owns brands like Cartier and Montblanc. His net worth has surged by $1.9bn to $14.3bn, placing him at […]
Black Panther actress Connie Chiume dies aged 72
Connie Chiume, a veteran South African actor who appeared in Marvel film Black Panther, has died at the age of 72, her family has announced. The multi-award-winning actress starred in several South African TV shows including Rhythm City, Zone 14 and most recently, Gomora. Chiume was a trained teacher but later became a household name […]
Ghana, South Africa deepen security ties with Joint Defence Committee Meeting
Mr. Kofi Amankwa-Manu, Deputy Minister for Defence, says peace and security remain fragile not only in Africa but globally. He said internal conflict, terrorism and violent extremism posed significant challenges to stability and development. “We must address these issues and work towards a safer, more prosperous future for our people and nations at large,” he […]
Elephants trample Spanish man to death in South Africa
A Spanish tourist has been trampled to death by elephants after climbing out of his car to take photos of the herd at a game reserve in South Africa. The unnamed 43-year-old man was visiting Pilanesberg National Park on Sunday morning with his fiancee and two other people when the attack happened, according to police. […]
South Africa’s Ramaphosa to be sworn in for second term
South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa is due to be sworn in for a second term in office as president, despite failing to secure a majority in parliament in last month’s election for his African National Congress (ANC). Lawmakers re-elected him to stay on as president last week following a deal to form a coalition government between […]
African Games: South Africa, Zimbabwe square off in the Cricket finals on Wednesday
By: Michael Okuley What started as an eight-nation battle for gold has now narrowed down to a thrilling two-nation showdown. The top-ranked teams, South Africa and Zimbabwe, are poised for an eagerly anticipated final to conclude the debut of women’s cricket at the 13th edition of the African Games in Accra today. In the semifinals […]
AKA murder: Seven suspects arrested for South African rapper’s killing in court
Seven suspects have been arrested in connection with the murders of well-known South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as AKA, and his close friend, celebrity chef and entrepreneur Tebello “Tibz” Motshoane. The two were gunned down outside a restaurant in Durban a year ago, in a killing that shocked South Africans. Police said hitmen […]
