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Lola Young’s ‘I’m Only F—ing Myself’ Turns Rehab and Relapse Into Pop Fire
By Karabo Ngoepe
Lola Young’s ‘I’m Only F—ing Myself’ Turns Rehab and Relapse Into Pop Fire

Lola Young’s new album, recorded after a five-week rehab stay, is a fearless portrait of addiction, love, and sex—unfiltered and unsanitized. The record leans into her relapse and canceled TV slot, making the stakes feel real. Critics see an artist on the edge of a breakthrough, even as her artistic identity remains in flux.

20 Sep 2025 Entertainment
What's the gripe about Thuthukile Zuma? Inside the appointment that sparked a nepotism row
By Karabo Ngoepe
What's the gripe about Thuthukile Zuma? Inside the appointment that sparked a nepotism row

A 2014 appointment in a new ministry put Thuthukile Zuma at the centre of a storm over nepotism, fairness, and how South Africa fills senior posts. Here's what sparked the outrage, what the rules allow, and the gaps that still fuel suspicion. We unpack the policy grey areas and why the debate still matters for public trust.

16 Sep 2025 Politics
Prime Video September 2025: Every new movie, show and live sport streaming this month
By Karabo Ngoepe
Prime Video September 2025: Every new movie, show and live sport streaming this month

Prime Video piles on big franchises, buzzy originals, and live sports in September 2025. The Bourne movies headline a large Sept. 1 drop, while new originals like A Working Man (Sept. 3), Steven Soderbergh’s Black Bag (Sept. 5), and Hotel Costiera (Sept. 24) lead the slate. Gen V Season 2 lands Sept. 17. Thursday Night Football and NWSL return. The Good Place and Trolls Band Together round out the month.

31 Aug 2025 Entertainment
Marshalls Names Sanjiv Shah CEO Amid Shifting East African Auto Landscape
By Karabo Ngoepe
Marshalls Names Sanjiv Shah CEO Amid Shifting East African Auto Landscape

Marshalls has named Sanjiv Shah, formerly of DT Dobie, as its new CEO starting August 2011, replacing Rahul Sood. Shah's leadership is expected to bring his premium car expertise to the table as Marshalls navigates the evolving East African automotive market. The company, however, would soon face ongoing CEO turnover.

17 Aug 2025 Business
Dangote Names Ex-Shell Leader David Bird as CEO to Steer Ambitious Refinery Growth
By Karabo Ngoepe
Dangote Names Ex-Shell Leader David Bird as CEO to Steer Ambitious Refinery Growth

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has tapped former Shell executive David Bird as CEO to oversee an expansion drive. Starting July 2025, Bird brings his experience from Oman's Duqm Refinery, aiming to reshape Dangote’s position in the global energy market by improving operations and boosting refinery output.

3 Aug 2025 Business
Memphis Depay’s Absence: Contract Disputes and Discipline Shake Corinthians Before Botafogo Clash
By Karabo Ngoepe
Memphis Depay’s Absence: Contract Disputes and Discipline Shake Corinthians Before Botafogo Clash

Memphis Depay sat out Corinthians' crucial match against Botafogo due to unresolved contract disputes and disciplinary reasons, after clashing with the club over unpaid bonuses. Tensions run high as Depay’s influence on the pitch remains undeniable. The reason for Garro’s omission is less clear, hinting at deeper squad issues for the club.

27 Jul 2025 Sports
Wimbledon 2025 Women's Semi-Finals: Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova, Bencic Eye First Title
By Karabo Ngoepe
Wimbledon 2025 Women's Semi-Finals: Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova, Bencic Eye First Title

Wimbledon 2025 women's semi-finals deliver a fresh lineup, with Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova, and Bencic all hoping to lift the trophy for the first time. Fans can expect intense matchups as proven champions and underdogs battle for a place in the historic final, signaling a changing era in women's tennis at the grass-court classic.

13 Jul 2025 Sports
PSG vs Bayern Munich: PSG Triumphs with Tenacity in Dramatic Club World Cup Quarterfinal
By Karabo Ngoepe
PSG vs Bayern Munich: PSG Triumphs with Tenacity in Dramatic Club World Cup Quarterfinal

PSG overcame adversity and Bayern Munich in a high-stakes Club World Cup quarterfinal, securing a 2-0 victory despite two late red cards. Goals from Désiré Doué and Ousmane Dembélé sealed the win, while an injury to Bayern's Jamal Musiala added further drama.

6 Jul 2025 Sports
President Ruto Attends Funeral in Kilifi as Gen Z Protests Sweep Kenya on June 25 Anniversary
By Karabo Ngoepe
President Ruto Attends Funeral in Kilifi as Gen Z Protests Sweep Kenya on June 25 Anniversary

As President Ruto attended a prominent funeral in Kilifi, Kenya’s Gen Z returned to the streets, marking the June 25 anniversary of last year's deadly anti-Finance Bill protests. Heavy police deployment and calls for reflection shaped a day balancing national mourning and renewed demand for police accountability.

29 Jun 2025 Politics
Squid Game Season 3 Promises a Brutal and Game-Changing Finale, Says Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk
By Karabo Ngoepe
Squid Game Season 3 Promises a Brutal and Game-Changing Finale, Says Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk

Squid Game's creator Hwang Dong-hyuk declares season 3 will mark the franchise's end with shocking games and a ruthless finale. While unsure about the finale's tone, he teases a climactic, unforgettable experience, with star Lee Jung-jae calling it the show's most entertaining chapter yet.

27 Jun 2025 Entertainment
Fuel Price Changes Announced by EPRA: Petrol Up, Diesel and Kerosene Down in June 2025
By Karabo Ngoepe
Fuel Price Changes Announced by EPRA: Petrol Up, Diesel and Kerosene Down in June 2025

EPRA has changed fuel prices for June 2025 instead of keeping them the same, with petrol costs rising while diesel and kerosene prices drop. These adjustments follow global oil trends and tax policies, impacting motorists and households across Kenya.

15 Jun 2025 Business
UFC 316 Results: Dvalishvili and Pena Dominate in Newark Title Defenses
By Karabo Ngoepe
UFC 316 Results: Dvalishvili and Pena Dominate in Newark Title Defenses

UFC 316 brought electrifying bouts and dramatic moments to Newark as Dvalishvili and Pena held onto their titles. The card saw highlight-reel knockouts, new faces making statements, and established fighters extending streaks. Fans witnessed thrilling performances in both title and debut fights.

8 Jun 2025 Sports