News Kenya: 5 Things to Expect At Polo This Weekend – Elite Networking, Fab Fashion, Electrifying Music, Dynamic Sport & Non-Stop Entertainment [ad_1] Polo is quickly becoming Nairobi's must attend sport and event. From the allure of elite networking and the showcase of fabulous fashion to the pulsating beats of electrifying music, dynamic sporting prowess, and the promise of non-stop entertainment, a polo gathering promises you an exciting unforgettable afternoon, one not to be missed, courtesy of Nairobi Polo Club, Capital FM and Tusker Malt. Tickets on sale via https://nairobipolo.hustlesasa.shop/ This January, there's polo action every weekend with different tournaments lineup in […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
Entertainment Ghana: Guinness World Record Attempt – Failatu Abdul-Razak Clocks 227 Hours in Cooking Marathon [ad_1] Dozens of people converged on the Modern City hotel in Tamale yesterday to applaud the Guinness World Record (GWR) contender, Failatu Abdul-Razak, as she ended her 227 hours cooking marathon. She turned off her stove at 10:00 a.m. having prepared 156 local and continental dishes which were distributed to spectators, street children and homeless people in Tamale. The marathon also caught the attention of prominent personalities across the country including the Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, musicians, military men, […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
insert_link Africa How South Africa’s Abel Selacoe includes throat singing while playing the cello [ad_1] South African cellist Abel Selacoe grew up in South Africa's Sebokeng township. Despite learning classical cello he decided to combine it with traditional South African singing.Abel includes vocals inspired by the deep throat singing of the Xhosa people. His unique style has earned him international recognition with performances lined up with various musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican centre in London. [ad_2] Source link todayJanuary 11, 2024 1
insert_link Japan Japan firms opt out of Malaysia-Singapore high-speed rail project [ad_1] KUALA LUMPUR – Japanese firms have decided to drop their plans to get involved in a high-speed rail project connecting Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, government and company sources said Thursday.The companies, including East Japan Railway, had hoped to utilize Japan's shinkansen system in the project but they have decided it will be too risky without the Malaysian government's financial support, said the sources, including those at the Japanese and […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
News Namibia: UIs Woman Running Through Life [ad_1] In a remarkable feat of determination, Riana Scholtz of Uis in the Erongo region became the first Namibian woman to successfully complete the gruelling Desert Ultra, a 250km race spanning five days, in November last year. This race is part of the Beyond the Ultimate series, known for its demanding nature and harsh conditions. Scholtz's journey began at Spitzkoppe, traversing northward towards the Omaruru River in the first of five stages, covering 51km. Each subsequent stage presented unique challenges. […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
News Namibia: Jacobs to Join Pirates [ad_1] The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has rejected allegations that Woody Jacobs has been appointed as head coach of the Brave Gladiators, while Namibian premiership club Orlando Pirates yesterday announced that Jacobs will join them as head coach. Jacobs has been coaching Botswana Premier League team Matebele FC this season, taking them to a sixth position on the log, but the club yesterday issued a statement saying that he had been relieved of his services. "Matebele Football Club has amicably […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
News Namibia: SA Players Dominate Junior Tennis Champs [ad_1] South African players dominated the International Tennis Federation Confederation of African Tennis junior tournament in Windhoek, winning three of the four singles titles on offer. In the boys u16 category, the top seed, John Bothma of South Africa won the singles title after beating his second-seeded compatriot Connor Doig 6-3, 7-6 in the final. The seventh-seeded Justino Rodrigues of Angola finished third after beating Nhlakanipho Ngwenya of South Africa 6-2, 7-5. Ruben Yssel was the top performing Namibian player, […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
insert_link Japan Anticipated translations and books about Japan to brighten your 2024 [ad_1] Though the publishing industry is still struggling to come out from under the cloud of the pandemic, with supply chain issues and cash flow problems plaguing all but the biggest presses, fans of Japanese literature have little need to worry about a lack of new releases. As I wrote in my 2023 list of upcoming must-read titles, readers have become spoiled for choice in recent years — and 2024 […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2
Entertainment South Africa: ‘Apartheid Police Feared That Camera’ – Photographer Peter Magubane Laid to Rest [ad_1] Legendary photographer Dr Peter Magubane was laid to rest on Wednesday following a week of tributes. Mourners hailed how he fought apartheid with his camera. Even the weather appeared to understand the magnitude of the loss South Africa has suffered from veteran photographer Dr Peter Magubane's death when the heavens opened during Magubane's funeral in Johannesburg on Wednesday. The rain did not deter mourners and well-wishers. Magubane's funeral service was held at the Bryanston Methodist Church. He died on […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 2