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The Billboard Best Female Rappers of All Time list has caused controversy on social media, with some questioning how Nicky Minaj got the top spot. The list also features old school rappers including Missy Elliott, Lauryn Hill, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Salt-N-Pepa, Lil Kim. It was compiled through a ranking system based on the rappers' body of work, Billboard stats, Recording Industry Association of America (RIAAA) achievements and certifications, cultural […]

Social media users have reacted with shock and disbelief after actor Terrence Howard made a startling revelation about his interactions with jailed music mogul, Sean 'Diddy' Combs. In a viral social media video, Howard claimed that he was targeted by Diddy for sex under the guise of coaching. The "Empire" lead actor says he was invited to Diddy's place when the music mogul asked him for acting lessons. He, however, […]

  Rapper and music producer, Kanye West, says he is just a misunderstood human being who's a genius. West recently released a song in which he also confirms his separation from wife, Bianca Censori, saying she left him after his numerous controversial posts on social media. According to the rapper, Bianca had a panic attack because of his posts, which included antisemitic attacks; some allegations about the Kardashian family; awful […]

  Some economists say the tariffs imposed by the United States to some countries across the globe could lead to a global recession. US President, Donald Trump, announced a 10% tariff on all imports to the US, with even steeper rates for countries like China, the EU, South Africa and Lesotho - sparking fears of a global trade war. South Africa has been hit by 31%, Lesotho 50% and the […]

The first witness in the Timothy Omotoso rape case fears that the preacher's acquittal could enable him to do more harm to other women, believing it's God's will. The country has been left shocked and disillusioned by the country's justice system after the High Court in Gqeberha found the televangelist and his co-accused not guilty of all charges levelled against them. This verdict has me worked up 💔 It’s literally […]

X's artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, has taken the world by storm with its tenacity and the way in which it gives responses to users. In the past few days, users have been testing out the chatbot, prompting answers about global issues. South Africans have particularly taken a huge liking to Elon Musk's creation, which was launched in 2023, highlighting its wittiness and sense of humour. Some have been testing the […]

  The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) says in the period between 2021 and 2024 there has been an increase in Psychiatric Evaluations and Inpatient admissions in the country due to gambling. As more and more South Africans struggle to put bread on the table due to the scarcity of jobs and high food prices, the organisation says gambling has become a solace for some who turn to betting […]

AfriForum CEO, Kallie Kriel, says the government's failure to condemn the singing of the Kill the Boer song is an indication that Afrikaners and other minority groups in South Africa are on their own. On Thursday, the Constitutional Court dismissed the group's bid to try and reverse a judgment, which found that singing the chant 'Dubhul iBhunu' does not constitute hate speech. The lobby group wanted the Apex Court to […]

  Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, says Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, is fueling the fire in the tensions between South Africa and the United States. His remarks come after Malema raised the ire of some for singing the anti-apartheid “Kill the Boer” during a Human Rights Day Commemoration in Sharpeville. The continued use of the hateful “Kill the Boer” chant, which calls for the murder of both Afrikaners […]