Stelio Savante, the accomplished actor, producer, and filmmaker based in New York, has been making waves in the entertainment world with his latest projects. From his role in the noir thriller “What Remains” on Starz to his portrayal of Moses in Netflix’s biblical hit “The Chosen,” Savante is captivating audiences with his multifaceted performances. He is also set to appear as a guest on the upcoming animated series “Captain Fall,” which is premiering on July 28th.
The City of Cape Town has taken an innovative approach to empower its residents through the Women and Men for Change capacitybuilding programme. This initiative is led by the city’s Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department and has impacted over 900 individuals within the past year.
Netball South Africa recently revealed the final squad for the upcoming Netball World Cup, set to take place in Cape Town from July 28 to August 6. The 12player lineup, along with three reserves, will represent South Africa at the prestigious event held at the Mother City’s International Convention Centre. The squad will be led by captain Bongi Msomi, and prior to the announcement, the team assembled for a fourweek training camp under the guidance of coach Norma Plummer.
The South African U20 rugby team, known as the Junior Springboks, faces a crucial and highpressure game against Argentina. After a disappointing performance in the U20 Championship campaign, which resulted in a surprising defeat to Italy and a narrow win over Georgia, the team must secure a bonuspoint victory to progress to the semifinals.
Hermanus, a quiet coastal town in South Africa, was recently struck by a horrific crime that led to a series of unfortunate events. The discovery of a young girl’s mutilated remains in a plastic bag has not only shaken the community but sparked xenophobic attacks and displaced hundreds of foreign nationals.
The awardwinning South African play ÎLE, which received a Gold Ovation Award at the National Arts Festival, is set to make its way to UK stages in the coming months. The comedic comingofage story has been a hit on the South African theatre scene and will soon be showcased at Riverside in London as part of the BiteSize Fest. In August, it will also feature at the worldrenowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup is shaping up to be a fiercely competitive tournament, with all teams seeking ultimate victory. The Proteas, the South African cricket team, are set to embark on a thrilling journey to display their talent and skill on the world stage. With a single pool format for the tournament, the Proteas’ schedule is both challenging and exhilarating.
South Africa’s rugby team, the Springboks, are preparing for their first Test of the year against the Wallabies in the upcoming Rugby Championship. To maximize their chances of success, they will use a splitsquad system, as they did during their victorious 2019 campaign. However, coach Jacques Nienaber emphasizes that this is not an ‘A and B’ team approach.
Lion farming in South Africa is a contentious issue that has been in existence since the 1990s. This industry involves breeding lions in captivity for various purposes, including entertainment, canned trophy hunting, and traditional medicines. However, the industry has gained notoriety due to illegal activities such as exporting lion bones, leading to a significant rise in poaching and illegal trafficking. Wildlife researchers Neil D’Cruze and Jennah Green have expressed their concerns about the lion farming industry and advocate for its closure.
Inter Miami’s new coach, Gerardo Martino, has made it clear that Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets are not coming to South Florida to relax on South Beach. Instead, their move to Major League Soccer (MLS) club is driven by their desire to compete for championships.
“The Mommy Club,” a new reality TV show on Showmax, premiered on Tuesday, 27 June. The show features five dynamic women pursuing their goals and dreams while navigating the challenges of motherhood. Mrs. Mops, also known as Nompumelelo ‘Mpumi’ Mophatlane, is one of the cast members and the target of cheating allegations made by former castmate Brinnette Seopela from the “Real Housewives of Johannesburg (RHOJ)” series. The first episode of “The Mommy Club” saw Mrs. Mops addressing the cheating rumors headon.
In the world of tennis, the topic of the Greatest of All Time, or GOAT, continues to spark fierce discussions among fans and experts. While opinions abound, former Wimbledon champion Frederik Lochte Nielsen’s recent take on the topic offers a unique perspective on the ageold debate.
As the test rugby season approaches, excitement builds around the Springboks as they prepare to face Australia in the Rugby Championship opener. However, the absence of firstchoice flyhalf Handre Pollard has left a pivotal moment for the talented Manie Libbok.
The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA) Atelier residency programme has a long history of fostering artistic talent. The latest artist to join the prestigious residency is Unathi Mkonto, hailing from the Eastern Cape, South Africa, and currently residing in Cape Town. Mkonto’s residency, ‘TO LET’, commenced on Thursday, 22 June 2023, and invites visitors to explore the intricate dynamics of human interaction within the urban landscape.
Football politics can significantly impact a team’s success, as seen in the recent coaching change at Kaizer Chiefs, a prominent South African football team. The replacement of Coach Arthur Zwane with Molefi Ntseki, who worked behind the scenes, highlights the role of politics in shaping a team’s future.
Investigative journalism agency AmaBhungane is currently involved in a legal battle against a “gagging” order imposed on them in the Moti Group case. The order, which restricts their reporting on the case, is being contested by AmaBhungane, who argue that it is an example of bullying and a strategic litigation against public participation (SLAPP) suit.
