Mia Le Roux has been crowned Miss South Africa 2024 after Chidimma Adetshina, a 23-year-old law student, withdrew from the competition amidst allegations of identity theft by her mother. Adetshina, who faced social media scrutiny and accusations of not being "South African enough," cited "afrophobia" as the reason for her withdrawal

Central Cee’s new Bantu Knots hairstyle, debuted during a music video shoot with American rapper Lil Durk, has ignited a lively discussion online. While some fans found the hairstyle unremarkable, others drew comparisons to similar looks by other celebrities. The hairstyle, rooted in African tradition, has become a topic of both admiration and critique across social media.

Victims of historic miscarriages of justice, including Andrew Malkinson and Paul Blackburn, are being forced to pay for their time in prison, with deductions for 'bed and board' costs taken from their compensation. Despite the policy being removed in 2022, the government refuses to refund those who were already affected, sparking outrage and potential legal challenges.

Ese Ukpeseraye, Nigeria’s first Olympic cyclist, revealed she had to borrow a bicycle from her German colleagues to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Despite facing significant challenges, including short notice and lack of equipment, Ukpeseraye remains determined as she continues to represent Nigeria in her Olympic debut.

Marcus Jordan, son of basketball legend Michael Jordan, was seen holding what appeared to be white powder during a vacation with his new girlfriend, Ashley Stevenson, in Saint Tropez. The couple, who recently made their relationship public, were spotted dining with friends at a luxury hotel, sparking curiosity about the mysterious substance.

Tensions boiled over at the Love Island reunion as Casa Amor girls Diamante and Ruby clashed over a club night misunderstanding. The argument, caught on a livestream, revealed simmering issues between the two, with Diamante later addressing the incident on her own live, defending her actions.