Chelsea Claims Club World Cup Title

English side Chelsea has been crowned the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup champions after their emphatic 3-0 win against Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday. Chelsea came in as the underdogs at the MetLife Stadium, United States of America (USA). But there was nothing in their performance, especially in the opening half, that they weren’t the favourites.… Continue reading Chelsea Claims Club World Cup Title

Mozambican President Hails UNESCO World Heritage Status for Maputo National Park

IN CHARGE: Frelimo’s Daniel Chapo has been sworn in as Mozambique’s new president. (Photo: RT)

Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo has expressed pride and a deep sense of responsibility following the inclusion of Maputo National Park on the UNESCO World Heritage List, calling the recognition a “historic milestone” for the country. In an official statement, President Chapo praised the inscription by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO),… Continue reading Mozambican President Hails UNESCO World Heritage Status for Maputo National Park

Maputo National Park Designated UNESCO World Heritage Site

WORLD HERITAGE SITE: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has officially inscribed Mozambique’s Maputo National Park as a World Heritage Site. Photo: UNESCO / Peace Parks Foundation

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has officially inscribed Mozambique’s Maputo National Park as a World Heritage Site. The decision was announced on Sunday during the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, currently taking place in Paris. According to the organisation, Maputo National Park encompasses terrestrial, coastal and marine ecosystems… Continue reading Maputo National Park Designated UNESCO World Heritage Site

Suspended RAF Bosses Allege Racial Bias and Corruption Fightback Amid Claims of R50m Savings

RACIAL BIAS: Suspended Road Accident Fund (RAF) CEO Collins Letsoalo believes his removal from office is being driven by ulterior motives, including racial bias and resistance to reform. Photo: RAF

Suspended Road Accident Fund (RAF) CEO Collins Letsoalo has broken his silence, saying he helped the troubled state entity save over R50 million during his tenure, and now believes his removal from office is being driven by ulterior motives, including racial bias and resistance to reform. Letsoalo, who was suspended earlier this year along with… Continue reading Suspended RAF Bosses Allege Racial Bias and Corruption Fightback Amid Claims of R50m Savings

Orlando Pirates Youngster Leaves for Asia

BIG MOVE: Orlando Pirates have confirmed that Mohau Nkota is on his way to Al Ettifaq, a club based in Dammam, a city in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Photo: Orlando Pirates

Orlando Pirates winger Mohau Nkota is set for a big money move to the Saudi Pro League. The Buccaneers have confirmed the 20-year-old is on his way to Al Ettifaq, a club based in Dammam, a city in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Nkota, who hails from Kimberly in the Northern Cape, came through… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Youngster Leaves for Asia

Ramaphosa Sacks Mchunu Amid Growing Scandal, Political Parties Welcome Move

NOD: President Ramaphosa has given the nod to the SIU to undertake the probe. Photo: Elmond Jiyane/GCIS

President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on Special Leave, citing the need to restore public trust in the country’s law enforcement and government institutions. The move comes amid growing pressure over allegations linking Mchunu to a criminal syndicate and his alleged interference in investigations into political killings. In a statement released by… Continue reading Ramaphosa Sacks Mchunu Amid Growing Scandal, Political Parties Welcome Move

Eswatini Club: Shauwn Mkhize has a Proven Track Record!

Mbabane Highlanders have officially introduced Shauwn “MaMkhize” Mkhize as the club’s new leader. On Saturday, one of Eswatini’s biggest club held a media briefing in Manzini—a half-hour drive from the capital, Mbabane—and Mkhize took to the podium to share her vision for the club. “We will bring elevation; we will bring change. Understandably so, change… Continue reading Eswatini Club: Shauwn Mkhize has a Proven Track Record!

First Wimbledon Title for Iga Swiatek

FIRST TITLE: Iga Swiatek has won her first-ever Wimbledon championship. Photo: Wimbledon

Iga Swiatek, Wimbledon champion – will those words ever seem less astonishing? For all her achievements, until this summer the Pole and lawn tennis have combined much like her favourite recipe of pasta and strawberries – a puzzling concept. Yet magnificently, here she is. Incongruous ingredients can combine to unexpectedly spectacular effect, it turns out.… Continue reading First Wimbledon Title for Iga Swiatek

Boks Too Good for Italy

The Springboks scored seven spectacular tries in a 45-0 victory over Italy at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday. It is a performance that bodes well for the remainder of the season which will leave coach Rassie Erasmus much happier than last week in Pretoria, and gave Willie le Roux the perfect way to… Continue reading Boks Too Good for Italy

FIFA President Hails 2025 Club World Cup

FIFA boss Gianni Infantino appeared to be responding to the critics of the Club World Cup when addressing the media ahead of Sunday’s final between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea. The Club World Cup has had its fair share of critics, particularly that it is “extra work” for players when they would have done with a… Continue reading FIFA President Hails 2025 Club World Cup

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