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Senegalese TikTok star Khaby Lame named ambassador for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics
The Senegalese TikTokker Khaby Lame has been appointed an ambassador for the upcoming Youth Olympics, set to be staged in Dakar this year.
South Africans load up on fuel as Iran war leads to major price hike
South African motorists were on Tuesday headed to gas stations in large numbers in anticipation of record fuel hikes that will come into effect at midnight as the world continues to feel impacts of the Iran war that has affected global oil and fuel prices.
Lebo M lawsuit over ‘Lion King’ chant sparks debate
A cultural expert and the general public voiced their thoughts and reactions to a lawsuit by comedian Lebo M against fellow comedian Learnmore Jonasi, whom he accused of intentionally "mistranslating" the famous Lion King opening chant he composed.
DR Congo fans celebrate historic World Cup qualification after 52 years
The achievement marks a long-awaited return, with the nation last appearing at the tournament in 1974 under the name Zaire.
Apple at 50: tech giant faces new test in the age of AI
Apple is marking its 50th anniversary at a pivotal moment, as the tech giant faces growing pressure to deliver its next major innovation.
Cubans celebrate arrival of Russian oil tanker amid US energy blockade
Cubans were relived on Tuesday to learned that a Russian tanker docked at the Cuban port of Matanzas laden with 730,000 barrels of oil, marking the first time in three months that an oil tanker reached the island.
South Africans react as fuel prices surge despite tax relief
Authorities announced a reduction of the general fuel levy by three rand per litre, a measure aimed at cushioning the impact of soaring global oil prices linked to the Iran war. However, the relief has done little to offset one of the steepest pump price increases on record.
Record 10 African nations qualify for expanded 2026 World Cup
With ten representatives heading to the 2026 edition, expectations are high that African nations could make an even deeper impact — signaling a new era for the continent in world football
Brandy honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Singer and actor Brandy was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday
South African politician takes dip in pothole to show city management failures
Helen Zille, a well-known South African politician, wore a wetsuit, a mask and snorkel, and a pink-and-white swimming cap as she doggy-paddled through the pool of muddy brown water in an upscale Johannesburg suburb