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IShowSpeed is avatar of Africa’s Gen Z

He embodies the raw, unfiltered, chaotic rhythm of youth, a generation unwilling to be scripted by the old guard, impatient with hierarchy, hungry for immediacy and determined to…

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA – AUGUST 16: Kaunda Ntunja during the Absa Currie Cup match between The Sharks and MTN Golden Lions at Growthpoint Kings Park on August 16, 2013 in Durban, South Africa. (Steve Haag/Gallo Images)
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Lala kahle Kaunda Ntunja

South African rugby has lost a gentle giant in Kaunda Ntunja. His commentary in isiXhosa poetically ushered in the Springboks’ first black captain and ‘popped champagne’ after…

Pacquiao, the only fighter to win world titles in eight different weight divisions, has continued fighting after reversing a decision to retire in 2016. (Reuters)

Pacquiao teases Mayweather rematch after January bout

Speculation about a possible rematch between the two welterweights has flickered, with Mayweather saying in September he was ready to fight Pacquiao

Floyd Mayweather Jr. poses for a photograph with his opponent Tenshin Nasukawa. (Reuters/Issei Kato)
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Meet Japan’s ‘Ninja Boy’, the prodigy who aims to stun Mayweather

Tenshin Nasukawa, the baby-faced southpaw with a blond quiff, will rumble with Mayweather on New Year’s Eve

The first 50 bitcoins were born on January 3 2009. (Reuters)

ICOs: the lawless land of cryptocurrency fundraising

Initial Coin Offerings herald "the democratisation of investment", but in the lawless Wild West of ICOs, the risks are legion.

“The conclusions of the Public Protector to the contrary are, with respect, unsubstantiated and prejudicial. They are strongly denied,” Mbalula said in a statement on Friday. (Oupa Nkosi/M&G)

Mbalula allegations heaping up

Questions around how Mbalula had paid for his trip to Las Vegas were first raised during a twitter spat between Minister Mbalula and Adriaan Basson.

Money man: “The McGregor vs Mayweather fight is perhaps the two sports meeting perfectly in the middle — and milking the chance encounter for every dime they can”

Mayweather vs McGregor: Titanic clash or elaborate joke?

It’s all about the Money as the circus-cum-boxing match has all the chips stacked in Floyd’s favour

McGregor’s decision comes after a troubled few weeks for the Irish fighter. (AFP)

Mayweather vs McGregor: One for the money

Though it seems little more than fantasy, both fighters could have trouble resisting such a huge payday.

Katy Perry pulled in $135 million in the past year to be the world’s top-grossing musician.

Katy Perry tops the list of highest earning musicians

Pop star Katy Perry is among top earners, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao on the Forbes list of The World’s Highest-Paid Superstars Of 2015.

ANC secretary general, Fikile Mbalula. File photo by Madelene Cronje/M&G

Family denies flying Mbalula to US for Mayweather match

A week after Fikile Mbalula visited the US for the "Fight of the Century" it remains a mystery how he got there and who paid for it.

Pacquiao, the only fighter to win world titles in eight different weight divisions, has continued fighting after reversing a decision to retire in 2016. (Reuters)

Mayweather, Pacquiao fight fans sue for millions

Disgruntled fans are suing Manny Pacquiao and others for not disclosing a shoulder injury before his "Fight of the Century" against Floyd Mayweather.

Question marks over Mayweather’s legacy

Floyd Mayweather says his showdown with Manny Pacquiao was all about defining his legacy – but his reputation remains stained by controversy.

Broadcasting from the masses

New live-streaming apps could be at the centre of major world events in the future, ensuring everyone’s video footage gets out there.

Massive hype, even bigger money for Mayweather vs Pacquiao

The anticipation for the "Fight of the Century" is palpable and the boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will rake in cash.

For the first few rounds

Mayweather stays unbeaten, but not without bruises

Floyd Mayweather has managed to stay undefeated by scoring a majority decision victory, but not without strong opposition by Marcos Maidana.

The ANC launches its manifesto

Weekend 101: Mayweather to the rescue

The ANC launches its manifesto, Cosatu charges Zwelinzima Vavi and Floyd Mayweather visits South Africa.

Floyd Mayweather stretched his unbeaten string to 45 straight fights when he beat Saul Alvarez (left). (AFP)

Mayweather’s $41m win – biggest in boxing history

Floyd Mayweather’s victory over Mexico’s Saul Alvarez has earned the boxing star the biggest purse in the history of the sport.

Mayweather to face off against Alvarez

Floyd Mayweather has announced via Twitter that he will fight young Mexican star Canelo Alvarez at the MGM Grand.

Floyd Mayweather went to jail last June for domestic violence.

‘Unbeatable’ Mayweather risks title to face Guerrero

Unbeaten Floyd Mayweather returns to the ring after a year’s absence, which included a jail stint, to fight against southpaw Robert Guerrero.

Mayweather hits at Pacquiao during Cotto fight promo

Mayweather hits at Pacquiao during Cotto fight promo

During a news conference on his fight against Miguel Cotto, Floyd Mayweather Jr has hit at Manny Pacquiao, calling him "not one of the sharpest".