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The BRIT Awards 2026 will present a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award to the late heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, who died in July 2025 at age 76, closing the ceremony with a supergroup tribute featuring Robbie Williams on vocals alongside Zakk Wylde, Robert Trujillo, Tommy Clufetos, and Adam Wakeman. Sharon Osbourne handpicked Williams, a longtime family friend, despite fans debating the pop-metal pairing—one quipped it's like a 'My Little Pony sticker on a Harley Davidson,' while supporters highlight his past collaborations with Ozzy. The event marks the BRITs' first time in Manchester at Co-op Live, airing on ITV1 and YouTube this Saturday.

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Ozzy Osbourne's family and bandmates are set to celebrate his legacy with a powerful performance of 'No More Tears'—fronted unexpectedly by pop star Robbie Williams.

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Nigeria's First Lady initiated an empowerment program providing support for low-income households to start small-scale ventures like selling akara, kulikuli, and small chops.

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Tyler Fletcher, son of United legend Darren Fletcher, switched from Manchester City to United's academy in 2023 and debuted for Scotland's senior team in a pre-World Cup friendly. The 19-year-old midfielder joins academy graduate Scott McTominay, now thriving at Napoli after 255 United appearances, in Steve Clarke's squad for Scotland's first World Cup in 28 years. Fans love the 'Carrington vibes' in the video, highlighting United's strong youth pipeline as the tournament nears in North America.

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A heartwarming clip captures 19-year-old Tyler Fletcher crouching for a training cone next to towering Scott McTominay, both in Scotland kits, sharing their Manchester United academy roots.

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At Morocco's Mawazine Festival on June 24, Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema delivered a high-energy set blending HEIS album tracks like 'Ozeba' and 'Azaman' with favorites 'Calm Down' and 'Charm.' The performance sparked an immediate streaming boom: 'Charm' jumped 56 spots to No. 57 on Morocco's Spotify Daily Top Songs with 10,100 streams, becoming the chart's biggest gainer, while 'Bounce' debuted at No. 128 and three other tracks re-entered the top 200. Rema hit No. 18 on the Daily Top Artists chart, up 21 positions, as fans shared clips of them singing every lyric and praised the unmatched energy.

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Rema owned the OLM Souissi stage with fire effects, chained columns, and hits like 'Calm Down,' sending the Rabat crowd into a roaring frenzy.

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The 61-year-old businessman and three co-accused will face trial starting October 26 through December 4 on charges including three murders, conspiracy, firearms violations, and racketeering linked to the Big 5 cartel. Prosecutors say Molefe ordered killings of DJ Sumbody, DJ Vintos, and engineer Armand Swart in 2022, with ballistic evidence tying an AK-47 to these and up to 10 other cases. While his co-accused stay in custody, Molefe remains out on R400,000 bail, drawing public frustration over the eight-month wait and fears of witness intimidation amid Gauteng's fight against cartel violence.

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Katiso Molefe stepped into Johannesburg High Court under heavy guard, bulletproof vest stark over his green T-shirt—a vivid sign of the dangers tied to his alleged crimes.

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The 61-year-old businessman and three co-accused will face trial starting October 26 through December 4 on charges including three murders, conspiracy, firearms violations, and racketeering linked to the Big 5 cartel. Prosecutors say Molefe ordered killings of DJ Sumbody, DJ Vintos, and engineer Armand Swart in 2022, with ballistic evidence tying an AK-47 to these and up to 10 other cases. While his co-accused stay in custody, Molefe remains out on R400,000 bail, drawing public frustration over the eight-month wait and fears of witness intimidation amid Gauteng's fight against cartel violence.

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Katiso Molefe stepped into Johannesburg High Court under heavy guard, bulletproof vest stark over his green T-shirt—a vivid sign of the dangers tied to his alleged crimes.

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South Africa's Banyana Banyana, ranked 58th, bounced back from a 5-0 loss three days earlier to beat fifth-ranked Japan 1-0 in an international friendly at J-Green Sakai Stadium. Motlhalo's ninth-minute goal from Jane's assist held up thanks to Kaylin Swart's huge saves and a solid backline led by Bongeka Gamede and Karabo Dhlamini. The victory marks South Africa's first ever over Japan, lifting spirits ahead of defending their Women's Africa Cup of Nations title.

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Captain Refiloe Jane celebrated her 150th cap by delivering a perfect corner for Linda Motlhalo's early header, silencing the crowd in Osaka.

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The peaceful demonstration started at Tembisa Plaza around 8 a.m. on Wednesday, winding to Rabasotho Police Station where protesters handed over a memorandum demanding action on undocumented foreigners and crime. Led by activist Nkosikhona Ndabandaba, media figure Ngizwe Mchunu, and ActionSA's Xolani Khumalo, the event drew groups like the Tembisa Community Forum amid heavy police presence and preemptive shop closures. It echoes nationwide anti-immigration protests since April, with a June 30 deadline for migrants to leave, as leaders warn against scapegoating while highlighting unemployment and inequality.

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Chanting 'Abahambe'—Zulu for 'let them go'—thousands of Tembisa locals marched with South African flags and traditional sticks, voicing deep frustrations over jobs, services, and safety.

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Stanbic Black Pirates won their fourth Uganda Rugby Premiership title—and first successful defense—with a thrilling 30-29 grand final victory over Toyota Buffaloes. Pirates led 25-13 at halftime on tries from Nathan Bwambale (two), Alex Aturinda, and Kidega, before fly-half Yasin Waiswa's 19 points fueled Buffaloes' near-comeback to 30-29. The team dedicated the win to late flanker Sydney Gongodyo, posting 'It's for Sydney' post-match amid celebrations of three straight finals.

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Captain Frank Kidega's try helped Pirates build a big halftime lead, but Buffaloes' second-half charge had the packed Kings Park Arena on edge until the final whistle.

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The Youth Regeneration Summit at UNISA's Sunnyside campus wraps up today, marking the 50th anniversary of the Soweto protests where Black schoolchildren rose against apartheid's Afrikaans instruction policy, sparking nationwide change. Organized by UNISA's NSRC, the Abdou Samb Foundation, and partners, the event features keynote speeches like Ambassador Abdou Samb's call to view Africa's youth as its 'seventh region,' alongside voices urging economic ownership and innovation. Attendees mix commemoration with commitments for youth-led futures in policy, business, and development during South Africa's Youth Month.

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Hundreds of young people and elders gathered in Pretoria, filling the auditorium in suits, traditional blankets, and vibrant colors to remember the 1976 Soweto Uprising.

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Gayton McKenzie, South Africa's Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, commented on Mamelodi Sundowns' strong performance and points finishes in the Betway Premiership. The remarks prompted backlash from Sundowns fans, who accused him of bias toward Orlando Pirates, trolling the club, and unprofessional conduct as a minister.

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Viewers of the South African series HomecomingMzansi debate Zethu's relationships with Shobane and Sfiso, her accountability, and her impact on their lives. Discussions highlight the chaotic funeral scene, Sfiso's negative influence on Mabuyi, and MaNkwanyana's past poisoning of Zethu.

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In the latest InimbaMzansi episode on Mzansi Magic, Onga faces suspension over past records possibly linked to substance abuse, betrayed by friends Qhawe and Portia instead of rival Azande. Fans connect his struggles to men's mental health awareness in June, rallying for his rehab and comeback while slamming scheming Azande. Ntombifuthi's frantic getaway attempt lightened the drama with laughs, as the fast-paced season 2 keeps viewers hooked on Mabandla-Ngcukana clashes.

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Onga's world crumbled when his friends exposed his hidden records, leading to a raw confrontation and total breakdown. Meanwhile, Ntombifuthi's panicked nurse sprint after her pill confession had everyone cracking up.

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In a widely shared courtroom video, Mchunu explained he learned of the case online amid street marches and chose to represent himself due to unemployment. The admission drew mockery from viewers across Africa, who pointed to South Africa's 32.9% unemployment rate—43.5% including discouraged workers—and questioned why jobless locals blame migrants for job shortages. The clip fueled debates on why some employers prefer migrant domestic workers from Zimbabwe or Lesotho, who accept lower pay, while President Ramaphosa recently vowed stricter enforcement against such exploitation. As anti-migrant groups push for undocumented foreigners to leave by June 30, the video highlights economic tensions dividing South Africans.

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Dressed in a fur-trimmed coat and feathered headdress, anti-immigrant activist Ngizwe Mchunu stood before a magistrate and admitted he couldn't afford a lawyer because he doesn't work.

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