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Ever since she appeared on Big Brother Mzansi, Naledi 'Nale' Mogadime's socials have been blowing up, not to mention her career went up a few notches, too.
Recently the BBM top 10 contestant announced she would be part of the judging panel for the 2022 Miss SA Teen finale.
Carlo Ancelotti quipped he'll have half of Merseyside in his corner tonight – hoping he can get one over on the other half.
The Italian's sudden departure from Everton for Real Madrid this time last year didn't go down well with many at Goodison.
Jurgen Klopp has warned his treble-chasing Liverpool players they will be judged "by the colour of the medal".
The Plant Powered Show – the first of its kind to be held on the African continent – will take place this weekend at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Doors will open tomorrow at 2pm and close on Sunday at 5pm.
One of the highlights of this event, which is aimed at those who wish to live and enjoy a healthier, more conscious and sustainable lifestyle, are the Masterclasses.
Top South African rapper, Casper Nyovest, is expected in Zimbabwe on Saturday ahead of his performance alongside Jah Prayzah.
Dubbed "Kings Concert", their show will be held at Wood Pub & Grill at Long Cheng Plaza.
Child author and child rights activist Stacey Fru has been elected into the Johannesburg Student Council Executive.
The multiple-award-winning learner, book enthusiast, community builder and internationally recognised child rights activist was voted as Junior MMC for Community Development in the City of Joburg Student Council for the next two years on the weekend of May 3.
It was a fine French affair for the launch of natural cosmetics brand Panier des Sens.
The brand, exclusively distributed in sub-Saharan Africa by 51 Beauty, wants to change the way South Africans view sustainability.
It's most often called "keeping up with the Dlaminis".
But it is really about seeing what friends, relatives and neighbours have, comparing your possessions to theirs and then deciding that you deserve the same, secretly competing and copying expensive lifestyles we cannot afford.
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Based on the historical/romance novel series, this Golden Globe-nominated drama explores the adventures of a woman who inadvertently finds herself travelling back in time.
It's been seven years since singer-songwriter Moonchild Sanelly released her debut album, Rabulapha.
Despite its experimental nature, Rabulapha helped launch the singer's career over the subsequent years and sparked her trajectory into one of the most prominent artists around.
The love for elegance and luxury is what fuelled businesswoman Bilala Mabuza's passion for interior design and decor.
We met up with Mabuza during the Hotel & Hospitality Show 2022, where all things design, hospitality and food were being discussed and on display.
After a two-year hiatus as the global community grappled with the onset of a humanitarian crisis of unprecedented scale, the 52nd World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting is again taking place in Davos, Switzerland this week.
Convened under the theme "History at a Turning Point: Government Policies and Business Strategies", WEF 2022 is the first major face-to-face meeting of political, economic and business leaders since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Huawei nova Y70 Plus is the epitome of phone brilliance.
The size of the screen is 6.75 inches and 720 x 1600 pixels. The screen size is 6.75 inches IPS LCD while it is packed with 4 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage.
Imagine a party where three of the country's most iconic buildings turn blue and fireworks light up the sky as more than 400 top entertainment VIPs watch the live feed in awe.
Everywhere you turn is a well-known face, with entertainment including acrobats, dancers and an electrifying performance by a young diva who drew global attention after singing alongside Beyoncé on her hypnotic track My Power.
Award winning broadcaster anchor Leanne Manas was bestowed the National Order of Merit from the ambassador of France to South Africa this week.
The anchor, motivational speaker and UNHCR (UN refugee agency) Goodwill Ambassador received an honorary award for Chevalier de l'Ordre national du Mérite (Knight of the National Order of Merit Award) on Tuesday night.
She could be dogged by questions about the circumstances of her partner, Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa's murder in 2014, but popular gospel singer and television actress Kelly Khumalo is firmly focused on what is behind her glowing future – God.
In an interview with The Citizen, Khumalo refused to be dragged into comment on Meyiwa, his death or her detractors, who continue to blame her for having knowledge about the high-profile murder at her Vosloorus home.
The FA Cup, first played in 1871/72, is steeped in history, providing drama in every sense of the word.
When Champions League holders Chelsea face fellow English giants Liverpool at the Wembley Stadium this evening, it's expected to be no different, with the Reds needing to win to keep their quadruple title hopes alive and the Blues desperate to not finish the season without any silverware.
A recent study by SA-based technology company Adoozy into the mobile phone habits of people between the ages of 18 and 36 has confirmed that technology is dominating our lives.
It found that people use their mobile phones for different reasons, including business, work or personal reasons and entertainment.
Leeds United suffered a huge setback in their battle for Premier League survival after a 2-1 defeat at Arsenal yesterday saw them drop into the relegation zone as the hosts took another step towards securing a top-four finish.
Arsenal remained fourth and moved four points clear of north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League race ahead of Thursday's derby, while Leeds slipped to 18th place as Everton's 2-1 victory at Leicester City lifted them to 16th.
SA's track middle distances rising star Prudence Sekgodiso captured the attention of the athletics world when she won the 800m women's race in a spectacular fashion at the Kip Keino Classic Continental Gold Tour in Kenya at the weekend.
The 20-year-old won her race with a personal best of 1:58.41, in what was deemed the surprise performance of the meeting held in the Moi International Sports Centre in Nairobi.
It is said that in times of uncertainly the smart money invests in safe bets like precious metals.
No wonder, then, that even in fashion and design, gold is experiencing a resurgence.
"Gilded glamour" was the dress code for the Met Gala, fashion's premier red-carpet event in New York on Monday.
The boom in local film and TV production sparked by the launch of major streaming video services over the past six years is about to gain further momentum.
This month, Disney+ joins Netflix, Showmax, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video and Britbox in an entertainment bonanza that is likely to see constant consumer churn between the streaming providers.
New motor vehicle sales are in for a rough ride. The diabolical state of the roads should be sounding alarm bells for any prospective buyer.
Low-profile tyres, coupled to highpowered engines, spell disaster, as crumbling road surfaces and almighty potholes herald damage and often catastrophic results for road users.
When Nambitha Ben-Mazwi told a friend she was gunning for Netflix next at the Queen Sono launch in 2019, little did she know that three years later she would be making history as the only South African to have starred in six Netflix productions to date.
"God listened hey. I pray about everything because for me what I do [acting] is such a purpose work… So it was manifestation, God, everything," she says.
