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We are so glad to bring you one of the best soccer player in Africa, as our Rising Star no: 192. This is our second interview with a Ugandan talent, and we are so glad to get the recognition. Kisambira Sharif (26) is a professional soccer born in Uganda but currently in Malawi because of football. He went to Namagabi Primary School, Namagabi Secondary School and Seguya Ahamd Technical Institution where he acquired a Plumbing Qualification. “I started playing soccer in 2016 in a club called Proleane football academy. I moved to Malawi after signed by a club called Bangwe All Stars, a club playing in Malawi Premier Division but was released due to injury. Right now, I am a free agent playing for a small club called The Boys in Malawian second league”, he said. Like many professional soccer players, Sharif is facing a challenge of getting a right club because he does not have an agent, he is does all things on his own and it is not easy as a professional soccer player. “It is not easy; I do all the travelling by myself but fortunately am not that type of player who struggles with homesickness. I decided to play football and love to play in a biggest league in Africa, being in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Morocco, Egypt or outside Africa like, Syria, India, Indonesia, Belarus, Russia and other”, added Sharif. The brave defender has won a promotion with the club called Ngome FC in Zanzibar Premier League, promotion with his village team in Uganda second league and Somali League. Any club interest in this player may INBOX us for more information.

Our Rising Star no: 191 today is arguably one of the best coach most of the big clubs must look out for. Rise Africans Newspaper had another fun interview with a soccer coach who is currently residing in Umlazi, Durban, KwaZulu Natal in South Africa. Ngcebo Muthwa (26) proudly grew up in a township called Richmond, KwaZulu Natal. After completing his matric in 2015 at Thandaza High School, he enrolled for Civil Engineering course at TVET Collage and went on to acquire his Coaching Badges (CAF D Licence) under Ethekwini SAFA Region in 2022. “I am currently working with KZN Future Stars Academy as a head coach of u/15 & 19. Coaching is more than just a career to me, its my calling and cannot see myself without it. I was offered a learnership as a Boilermaker but had to resign to focus on my coaching career. I can say coaching chose me”, he said. Coach Justice, as popularly known , mentioned that another reason for choosing the career is that he wants to play big role in minimising the number of youngsters who lost hope and ended up taking a bad route leading to use of drugs and alcohol. He already created a better platform at KZN Future Stars as they have a clubhouse where the number of players are staying together and that helps them to be out of bad environment. “We have a safe environment where the focus is only about School and Sport. We teach our players about the danger of using drugs and alcohol. A complete player should master all technical fundamental skills such as passing, dribbling, shooting, first touch etc, for higher level. Discipline, mental strength and hardworking are also advantage”, added Coach Justice. Big clubs must watch out for hardworking young coach. His dream is to coach one of Dstv Premiership League team as a development coach, either reserve team or unders, depending on the opportunity. He also want to go extra mile to get a higher level of coaching badges such as CAF B license. “Success is no accident, its hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all is to love what you are doing. Keep pushing, keep fighting, hang in there, never give up, you can do it!”, concluded Coach Justice. Rise Africans Newspaper is proud to see young Africans making changes to the community. We are proud of Coach Justice and wish him all the best! He can be contacted at: Whatsapp :063-479-9973 | Facebook :@Coach Justice | TikTok :@Coach_Justice02 | Twitter :Ngcebo Muthwa |Instagram:Coach Justice02

Today we celebrate a women’s day with a wonderful woman who was born writing and never look back since then! Our Rising Star no: 190, oh yes 190, is our favourite lady named Lendy Thobejane (38) who was born and bred in Cape Town but now resides in Limpopo Province, South Africa. We had so much fun chatting about her published book titled: “The Secret Life of Leonard Koza”. “Much appreciation for the opportunity, “ The Secret Life of Leonard Koza ” is my fourth book and latest to be published. It is a memoir about the late author Leonard Koza and second life / family he had going in between his busy schedule. He has 3 children with a beautiful woman named Cynthia, the book takes the readers down memory lane and shines the light on the hidden part of Mr Koza’s life and beautiful life he had”, said Lendy. The writing of this memoir was very emotional as the late Leonard Koza also happens to be my Lendy's father. It brought up many childhood memories, but it was mostly tears of joy of gratitude because the more she recalled and wrote about it, the more it portrayed the genuine love both her parents had for them as their children and they left giant shoes for them to fill. “This book should be on any parent list; it is written in a manner that guarantees captivation upon the start of it and contains valuable parenting skills. It will also be an asset and good read for kids who longs for the finer things in life”, she added. Like many authors, she also faced lot of rejection from publishers and still believe that “when a publisher says your manuscript is not enough, it means you are almost there, just proofread, make adjustment and knock on another door”. “If you have a passion, dream, and desire to be a published author then continue writing! You must grow a thick skin that won’t allow you to give up on your dreams and adopt a writers hearing ability”, concludes Lendy. Rise Africans Newspaper is proud of this wonderful woman, hope our upcoming authors get motivated and keep pushing. Readers can be on the lookout for more books surfacing the late Leonard Koza’s bloodline in due time. Orders can be made by contacting the author at: +27 849270430 or Facebook page : Lendy Thobejane

Our Rising Star feature had a luck to chat with Rising Star no: 189 all the way from Juba in South Sudan! Poni Beatrice Duku (25) is a talented artist with such an amazing voice! Her music career started after finishing her school in 2019 , motivated by legends such as “P Square” and has never looked back. “I am happy for this opportunity and would like to send my greetings to all my fellow brothers and sisters in the whole African continent and the world. It was not an easy decision to take due to our tradition saying that any girl who become a singer is named as “a spoiled child” but I did not led my talent to go in vain. I loved singing since my childhood and I would imitate all the songs when am free. I got support from my friends and my brother who sponsored my recording and credit must go to them”, she said. Della B, as popularly known, emphasised that the struggle for female artists is always there and said that it’s not easy to find a female artist on top. “Nothing comes easily, there is no free achievement, struggle is the motive, and you enter another stage called – NO PAIN NO GAIN”, added Della B. Della B is proud to have a hot Album consisting of 10 massive tracks and busy cooking other songs. She loves some of her song done in her language, Juba Arabic and others done in English to deliver the message to the whole world. “My advice to upcoming artist, especially female ones, is that they must just be themselves, remain original, work hard and be creative”, she concluded. Rise Africans Newspaper is a newspaper for all Africans, we are happy to see an African child chasing her dreams to make it to the top. We will try our best to push everyone out there. Bookings can be done: Whatsapp or call: +211 924 658 798 | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067591487741&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Our Rising Star no: 188 is another upcoming talent from Thabazimbi, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Thabang Alfred Monnapula (25) is a music producer who is running a small business, selling bunny chows and very proud of it. King Socs, as popularly known, shared his side of story of chasing his dreams of becoming a producer. “My music journey started in 2020 as a producer, I luckily met King Salama (famous artist from Limpopo Province) this year to publish my music and asked for a collaboration and released 2 hot tracks under Khammino music record. I nearly gave up music after asking lot of famous artists to assist me, but no one came back. I remember making a nice music but would just end up as trash because people were not interested, I did not have a back up till King Salama accepted my request”, said King Socs. This is one of hardworking artist who balance his bunny chow business and music. King Socs said that he made sure that he goes to his studio everyday after work. “I work so hard and my fans can expect a hot album this year. To all upcoming artists, I say patience is a key, they must relax, one day God will respond to their prayers”, he concluded. Rise Africans Newspaper had a chance to listen to his song from below link: https://youtu.be/fqLDVubwrQo Bookings can be done: Whatsapp or call - 073 184 0237 | Email : alfredthabang97@gmail.com

Continuing with Rising Star feature, today we have Our Rising Star no: 187 and bring you an amazing young dancer! Mellisah Siziba (17) is from Pretoria West in Danville, Gauteng, South Africa and went to Amhlophe High School. Rise Africans Newspaper’s one and only Portia Haraba had a nice chat with the talented dancer. “It all started when I was 10 years old after inspired by other dancers on social media channels. I will then start to practice every weekend when I got a time to improve my skills. I am a good dancer and believe in myself, my dream is to become a famous dancer when I grew up. I used to post my dancing videos on all social media sites, it was very hard for me cause I did not get what I wanted but my mom keeps pushing me to do more, one day my dream will come true”, she said It is hard for upcoming dancers to make a breakthrough into entertainment industry, Mellisah added that with the help of organisers and promoters, life will be easy because they will be able to showcase their talents to the world. “My advice to all youngsters who are chasing their talents is that they must push harder and be never give up their talents. I want to see myself getting more gigs and visit Dubai in coming 3 years”, she concluded. Rise Africans Newspaper is so proud of this talented young dancer, bookings can be done: Facebook: Mellisah Thubelihle | Tik Tok: @Mellisah Thubelihle05 | contact : 0713873380

Our Rising Star no: 186 is a Hip Hop artist from Kwabaca, Eastern Cape Province in South Africa. Sibusiso Pama (37) studied at Ingwe TVET College at Kwabaca. Mrepa Ongapheli Moya, as popularly known, told us about the struggles he faces in the music industry. “I will forever be grateful for this opportunity, I started making music in 2016 and released a title based on my true life. I was in a deep pain at that time, I was sidelined after finding out that my father is still alive while I knew that my parents has passed away. My mother got me while she is married so now there was a fight between me and my sibling ( not sharing same father ) and that’s how I released that single”, he said. Like many other artists, Mrepa is facing a lot of challenges, its hard push or promote his work as hip hop artist at his location, most of the time municipality organises only maskanda events. He finds it hard to showcase his talent, he writes nice songs but there is no money to record the songs or shoot music videos because of financial situations. “Lack of community support is also a painful issue to us upcoming artists; they undermine us, focus mainly on famous artists, and we do not have a chance to showcase our talents. I want to see myself raising a flag for my province, Eastern Cape in Hip Hop genre. My advice for upcoming artists is to go out and meet new fans and listen to what they say about your work because your community will always look down on you”, he concluded. Rise Africans Newspaper had a luck to listen to his wonderful songs with powerful message and can tell the world to get ready for his amazing talent. His music is available in all digital platforms, Youtube, iTunes, Tik Tok and lot. Bookings can be done email: pamasibusiso5@gmail.com or Whatsapp: 073 600 2393 | Facebook: Sbu bigboss

We move forward with one of our favourite features called “Rising Stars”! Our Rising Star no: 185 is arguably one of the best talented Gospel Artist from Nazareth, Durban, KwaZulu Natal in South Africa. Sya Ndlovu (37) is a singer, vocalist, music director and a theatre stage player who fell in love with Gospel music at the age of 13 after getting motivation from legends such as Bishop Benjamin Dube and Pastor Solly Mahlangu. “My journey through the music was challenging but thanks a lot God was always with me. I started my own choir called “Melody of joy” which lasted until 2013, met the crown gospel music director (Zolani Maseko) and the founder of Gospel Music Awards (Zanele Mbokazi). I was employed at Carnival City Theatre and played a character of John the Baptist, Prophet and Wiseman, working alongside the likes of Brian Themba and Jessica Nkosi”, said man of God. Rise Africans Newspaper was so impressed by his hot album titled “Kufeziwe” which was released in the year 2019 and still fans favourite. The album consists of 10 soul healing songs: Kufeziwe, Mangiziphumuze, Sinqotshelwa nguwe, Wnagikhulula, Nkosi ngeze (ft Senzi Nkosi), Nansindawo, Uthixo ngyamuvuma, Ngyemethemba, Obani Laba (ft Sbongiseni Zikhali) and Ngobambe. The album is currently available on digital platforms (Spotify, Google Play music and Youtube). “There are so many challenges in a music industry, the first one is of not getting a good platform of showcasing my talent. Local artists really need a good platform, so if municipalities can create more opportunities for local gospel artists, then we will get a chance to grow. Upcoming artists must push more harder, never loose hope, pray hard and believe in what God has deposited in their lives”, he concluded. We are so proud to have such a wonderful talent! Bookings can be done : Email address: Manager- richardbmazibuko@gmail.com cc - siyandlovu073@gmail.com / syandlovu868@gmail.com Contact detail: Manager RichardbMazibuko-0766703297/0610250918 Siya Ndlovu-0783038110 Social network: Face book-Sya Ndlovu YouTube Channel-Sya Ndlovu Linked In- Sya Ndlovu

The events industry is full of business opportunities and two Limpopo based entrepreneurs have found a niche market as a portable toilet hiring service provider. South Africa is well known for hosting world class events such as conferences, exhibitions, concerts, and festivals. According to a report by Grant Thornton, the events industry in South Africa was worth over R93 billion in 2018, with the sector supporting over 200,000 jobs. The hiring of portable toilets is a business model that is gaining traction in South Africa as more entrepreneurs are entering the sector. Two business minded friends Mabala Kwakwa and Silas Mashile started a toilet hiring business called Chillers on Wheels in Polokwane because they saw a gap in the market. “We started off by renting out fridges for events and as the company grew, we noticed that event companies were in desperate need for toilet hiring services,” said Mabala. After in-depth market research the duo decided to branch into toilet hiring. Today their services are in high demand because their toilets are rented out by music festivals, construction sites, mines, schools, informal settlements, and private events. The business’s highlights include providing portable toilets for an event attended by President Cyril Ramaphosa when he was in Limpopo. Their business specializes in the renting out of portable luxurious flushing toilets with LED night lights, soap dispensers, toilet paper and freshwater basins. They also provide a cleaner to maintain the cleanliness of the toilets throughout the event. Supporting small local businesses is important. Small businesses play a vital role in communities because they create jobs and improve the local economy. One of the business’s proudest achievements is creating employment. “We employ 65 people, and this has a positive impact on the local economy and improves the standard of living for our community,” said Mabala. According to the University of the Western Cape, in South Africa 70-80% of small businesses fail in the first five years – than elsewhere in the world. Even though the business has been operating for many years, they are still facing challenges such as theft and access to new markets. The business has grown over the years, and they now have 15 luxury toilets and 1500 portable toilets. “Running a toilet hiring business is expensive because they are high maintenance and need to be serviced regularly,” said Mabala. Maintaining the toilets is a cost that the business must endure. The entrepreneurs run the business together; Mabala does sale and marketing while Silas focuses on administration and the running of the business. Giving back to their community is close to their hearts and they want to be positive role models. “We would like young entrepreneurs to know that they can do whatever they put their minds to. They don’t have to wait for government’s help, “said Mabala. They are proud of their successful self-funded business because they have learnt to be resilient and disciplined.

Moving on with Rising Star no: 172 this week we have a multitalented star all the way from Dan Village, Tzaneen, Limpopo Province in South Africa. Jackie McCabe Seabela (40+) started school at Nwaxinzele Lower Primary School, Dan Higher Primary then Charles Mathonsi Secondary School. He is proudly qualified Carpenter and Marketing Manager. He is popularly known as a funny character Dj Kobyo, in popular animation comedy series titled “Limpopo Wa Popeye” by P Man Studio. “Thanks a lot, I feel honoured to get this opportunity. Dj Kobyo is a comedian, presenter, MC, content creator, event organiser and musician. My slogan is “Tšhaba Re Pudhe”, ( move out of the road ) I am an entertainer, am doing this from my heart, its either acting or any character, just provide me with a script then you will see”, he said. P Man Comics is arguably one of the best comic series in the country using “Khelobedu Language”, a language used in certain parts of Limpopo Province, mostly in Bolobedu area. It currently boosting about 97.1k subscribers on YouTube. “P Man Comics is a division of P Man Studio; it focuses on entertaining and educating our society. We have a series of animation called Limpopo and the rivals focusing more on students’ lives after matric. We are bringing something new since people were used to enjoy animation in English language. We also try to squeeze different official languages to avoid discrimination. Our wish is to see our work on TV even though it hard, we hope to reach there”, added Dj Kobyo. Rise Africans Newspaper can tell lot more about Dj Kobyo, his last message to all entertainers is to love their work and work harder, they must not be after fame because they won’t go anywhere. He appreciates the love and support from his followers. We wish him all best of luck. Bookings can be done WhatsApp: 081 703 0211| Facebook: Dj Kobyo | Instagram: Dj Kobyo |Twitter: Dj Kobyo |Tiktok: Dj Kobyo |YouTube: Dj Kobyo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMgWhkthVOc

Rise Africans Newspaper is so humbled to get an opportunity to have a nice chat with one of the best golfers in South Africa! Our Rising Star no: 184 is none other than Mr Irvin Mazibuko. Irvin (45) is a professional golfer from Kempton Park, Gauteng Province, South Africa. “Funny part is that I started off as a soccer player and was very good, one day I went to a golf course with my friends and was hooked. I grew up next to Soweto Country Club (golf course), represented Soweto Country Club juniors and was taken to Houghton golf club and became a member. I played amateur golf and represented Central Gauteng. I turned professional in the year 2000 and won Vusi Ngubeni Qualifying School 2003, I was given a lesson and my game improved a lot after that”, he said. Unlike any other type of sport, golf requires lots of resources for one to succeed in it. The main challenge is money for tournaments and money for preparations. Irvin added that he enjoys playing at Limpopo Championship golf tournament, another big golf tournament taking place in Limpopo Province at Euphoria Golf and Lifestyle Estate. “Its really tough to advice upcoming young golfers but all I can say is that golf is a great game with lots of opportunities. My biggest dream is to win South African Open”, he concluded. Rise Africans Newspaper is proud to have a nice chat with Mr Irvin Mazibuko , wishes him all the best and hope that upcoming golfers will get inspired by him.

Rise Africans Newspaper, kuranta ya mathomo ya go dira histori ka go go fa ditaba ka maleme a mane (4) mo kontinenteng ya Afrika, e kgonne go etela Sekgwari sa mmino wa Sepedi – Rap wa go tsebega kudu ka la “Judgement Fire”. Moshala Phillemon Shadung, o belegwe lefelong la go bitšwa Kalkspruit, Ga – Magongwa, ka bosubelatšatši bja toropokgolo ya Polokwane, Profenseng ya Limpopo ka mo Afrika Borwa ka kgwedi ya December, 15, 1994. A hudugela lefelong la Ga-Thoka, kgauswi le Mankweng, ka ngwaga wa 2000 moo a thomileng Grade R ko Dikolobe Primary School go fihlela a feleletša dithuto ko Mountainview Secondary School. Ge re mmotšiša gore o thomile neng ka ditaba tša mmino, o rile: ”Ke thomile tša mmino ka 2004 ke le sebini sa mmino wa sedumedi le sehlopa sa go tsebega ka la Hlokwa la Tsela Gospel. Go tloga moo ka 2007 ka dira mmino wa manyalo ke bala Grade 7, ka 2008 ka thoma go ikgokaganya le mafapha a go fapanafapana a mmmino (RNB, Reggae le House) go fihla ke humana mmino o ke go ratang wa PEDI – RAP le Reggae. Ka thoma goba le lerato la go tšweletša (Producer)”. O tšwetše pele ka gore: “ Ke shomile le batho ba go swana le Dacker (Sebini sa HIP HOP), Nico The Pro, SO Beat, M Dey, Treez, Kay Christy le ba bangwe. Ke ile ka ba le mahlatse go hlakanela sefala le Bricks Ma Brigado, Mapara a Jazz, Richie le C Boy Teanet, Shandesh le Saxophone wa Kasi.” Judgement Fire o tšweleditše Album ya gagwe ya mathomo ka ngwaga wa 2021, gomme e bitšwa gore “ Take your love”, yona e humanega go audiomack, ( o tsena letlakaleng la website…www.audiomack.com wa nyaka Judgement Fire). Dikoša tša gagwe di ralokilwe go diyalemoyeng tša go swana le Mogodi FM, Moletjie FM, Tshepo FM le Turf FM. Leetong la gagwe la mmino o ile thopa difoka tše latelago: 1. Trophy – All sorts of awards published by Daily Sun in 2014 2. Gold Medalist story telling at University of Limpopo 3. Best Singing competition (2020) 4. Best Rap Competition (2020) 5. Best Sepedi Song with Mmabatho Song (2020) 6. Best Sepedi African Languages Praise Poems 7. Sepedi Prepared Individual Story Telling Open Section 8. Bronze medalist at Polokwane Municipality Cluster Road Run Tabakgolo yeo e gogileng Rise Africans Newsapaper mahlo , ke ya mašeleng go tša mmino. “ Ge o rata mmino o seke wa lebelela ona fela ka gore go boima go fihla ko godimo o sena boitshwarello. Nna ke itshwareletše ka kgwebo ya go rekiša mashotša (mopani worms), ditloo, gobane di ratiwa kudu mo setšhabeng le baithuti ba go tsena ko University of Limpopo. Gape ke hlwekišetša batho mekgotha le go foroma ditena gore ke bee borotho mo tafoleng” a realo Judgement Fire. Molaetša wa gagwe go baswa kudu ba go nyaka go tsenela tša mmino ke gore, go bohlokwa go leka o le motho go feta go palelwa ke go leka ( its better to try than doing nothing ) O humanega: Sellathekeng: 072 314 2879 Letlakala la Facebook: Judement Fire SA Youtube: Judgement Fire Instagram : Judgement Fire SA Tick Tock: King of Vocal Email Address: moshalajudgenent@gmail.com