Today, we’re spotlighting Fatma Samba Diouf Samoura, the trailblazing Secretary-General of FIFA. Born in Dakar, Senegal, on September 9, 1962, she made history by becoming FIFA’s first female Secretary-General on June 20, 2016.  Samoura’s journey includes significant roles at the United Nations World Food Programme, where she served in various countries, negotiating with local warlords […]

In the heart of Kenya, a remarkable 13-year-old named Ellyanne Chlystun-Githae Wanjiku, also known as the Tree Girl of Africa has become a beacon of environmental change. At the tender age of 4, Ellyanne observed the scarcity of trees in the world, a realization that led her to embark on a mission to make a […]

The South African matric class of 2023 has accomplished a historic 82.9% pass percentage, surpassing all of the previous classes since the country’s founding. This is a remarkable feat of academic excellence. When Angie Motshekga, the minister of basic education, made the announcement in Johannesburg on Thursday night, she disclosed not just a commendable 2.8% […]

South African DJ record producer Black Coffee who is Grammy award winner is receiving treatment as he sustained injury during flight as the reported reasons for injury was air turbulence. The incident occurred as he was en route to a club performance in the Argentinian resort city of Mar Del Plata. Local media has reported […]

Recently, as South Africa’s legal team gets ready to take the International Court of Justice (ICJ) by storm with their case of genocide against Israel, President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed trust in them. Ramaphosa emphasised the severity of the situation while speaking outside of the African National Congress celebrations in Mpumalanga, where the ICJ will […]

Today, let’s shine the spotlight on Naomi Osaka’s incredible journey. ���� On her 22nd birthday, she questioned her achievements, but little did we know the battles she faced, in”long bouts of depression.” Despite her challenges, she became a two-time Grand Slam champion and world number one. Osaka is one of the world’s most marketable athletes, […]

ýýýý In today’s spotlight, we celebrate the incredible Abiola Fatima Isa, breaking barriers as the first female Nigerian train driver! Trained in China for a remarkable two years, Isa’s journey led her to become proficient in driving various trains, including locomotives, for China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) Nigeria. Having also served as a driver’s […]

Celebrate the monumental achievement of Funke Akindele and her blockbuster film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’! Breaking records and rewriting the narrative, this cinematic masterpiece has etched its name in the annals of Nollywood history by becoming the first movie to gross an astounding 1 billion Naira within a mere 21 days of hitting the theaters. […]

Oscar Pistorius, the renowned South African athlete, has been granted parole after nearly nine years in prison for the tragic killing of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. The South African Department of Corrections officially confirmed his release, stating that Pistorius became a parolee effective January 5, 2024. The athlete, who gained fame as the first double-amputee […]

Tweede Nuwe Jaar, meaning “Second New Year” in Afrikaans, holds profound historical roots in the legacy of Cape Town’s slave history. During an era when slaves were granted only one day off work annually, they seized the opportunity to revel in a celebration that has transcended time. This vibrant tradition persists today, transforming Cape Town […]