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The South African
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
JAY-Z's Roc Nation Sports signs African talents
JAY-Z's Roc Nation Sports made headlines this week for their latest move involving African sporting talents. The idea is to expand the reach of Roc Nation Sports by coaxing some of our best and brightest talents into their fold. Roc Nation Sports has managed to construct a roster as impressive as the label and management wings of JAY-Z's famed talent stable. As far as football goes, Ron Nation Sports has generational talents like Romelu Lukaku, Marcus Rashford and Kevin De Bruyne on their books. Springbok captain and darling of South African sports, Siya Kolisi, is also represented by this agency along with fellow rugby stars, Cheslin Kolbe and Maro Itoje. Their books are impressive across various sporting disciplines, and now the plan is to add more to the arsenal. JAY-Z was recently spotted on the sidelines at the FIFA Club World Cup. This may have been surprising to some, but this latest move provides some clarity around that. Roc Nation has managed to lure in footballing talents from Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa. These include Moses Simon (Nigeria) and Mohammed Kudus (Ghana), who already have European club experience and growing fan bases. The players who have recently signed are Siyabonga Mabena (South Africa, Mamelodi Sundowns), Neo Bohloko (South Africa, Kaizer Chiefs), Ifeoluwa Olowoporoku (Nigeria, Tripple 44), Joseph Narbi (Ghana, Benab FC) and Tadiwa Chakuchichi (Zimbabwe, Scotland FC). Roc Nation is a highly praised entity, that is, if you don't ask someone like rapper Nicki Minaj. They offer holistic representation wherein brand development, social impact initiatives, and media exposure are all on offer. This move is more than JAY-Z's company diversifying their pool of talent. This will shine a light on talents in regions of the world that may be frequently overlooked. Reports allude to the intentions behind this involving more than just world-class representation. Roc Nation is aiming to amplify the voices of these athletes and extend their contributions, on and off the pitch. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Jay-Z teams up with Caesars and SL Green to bid for huge Times Square Casino project
MEGASTAR JAY-Z joined forces with some of the biggest names in the casino business, looking to pitch a Caesars Palace Times Square casino project in New York. The rapper - real name Shawn Carter - was among several attendees to sit in front of the Community Advisory Committee (CAC) and bid for one of three $500 million downstate licenses. 1 The Roc Nation co-founder was representing a partnership alongside Caesars Palace and SL Green Properties and pledged $250million in benefits to the community as part of their pitch to convert an existing office on Broadway. They face stiff competition though with EIGHT applications in total having been submitted to the New York State Gaming Commission. Jay-Z, who grew up in Brooklyn, says the location was "perfect" for the partnership group and says the introduction of a casino resort would only "fulfil and enhance" the area, which he likened to huge landmarks around the world. The 150,000-square-foot gambling hall would boast 1000 casino rooms, a Caesars Sportsbook, four restaurants associated with high-profile chefs and a spa. Concerns over the venue becoming the main attraction to Broadway have been rebuffed by the entrepreneur, who insists they would only act as an 'additive' to a tourist spot which entices over 50 million tourists per year. During the presentation, Jay-Z said: "It's our chance to change the narrative and create something all around the world. "If we treat Times Square with the love and the attention that it requires, it can fulfill its promise. 'This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, I believe, to support something that's homegrown. 'As we hear a lot of talk about community, we are the community. We're from this community. 'We're not coming to compete with Broadway. We're coming to be additive. "Anything that we've done in the past, we've always included the community. We've never excluded the community.' The group's proposition also indicated a forecasted $7 billion in direct tax revenue and $26.7 billion in local economic activity in the first 10 years. Roc Nation also stated they'd supported more than five million people with social impacts worth more than $78 million. More than 3,000 construction jobs would be created as a result if they were awarded a license, and the 3,800 permanent jobs it would create would be 'mostly filled by New Yorkers'. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
JAY-Z Shuts Down Paternity Claims, Calls Rymir Satterthwaite's Allegations 'Fabricated'
In newly filed court documents obtained by Us Weekly, JAY-Z is asking a federal judge to step in and shut down a lawsuit filed by 31-year-old Rymir Satterthwaite, who continues to allege that the Hip-Hop mogul is his biological father. Satterthwaite, who filed the latest complaint in May, accuses Jay of knowingly avoiding a paternity test and using his celebrity status to silence him. The lawsuit also alleges fraud, manipulation of the legal system, and a pattern of intimidation — claims JAY-Z's legal team flatly denies. In response, the Roc Nation founder — born Shawn Carter — called the lawsuit the latest chapter in what he describes as a 'decades-long harassment campaign' carried out by Satterthwaite. His lawyers noted that similar allegations have already been 'addressed and rejected' by multiple courts and that continued efforts to push the narrative have resulted in contempt orders. JAY-Z also told the court he only learned of the latest filing on June 3 and requested additional time to formally respond. His legal team claims an attempt to contact Satterthwaite's guardian to coordinate was met with hostility, stating that the phone call ended with her hanging up. Satterthwaite's lawsuit outlines claims that his late mother, Wanda Satterthwaite, had a relationship with JAY-Z in the 1990s. He says the rapper has gone to great lengths to avoid acknowledging his alleged paternity, including allegedly refusing DNA testing and pressuring the courts. Satterthwaite claims the years-long legal battle has caused him emotional distress, public embarrassment, and even health complications. The Philly native also alleges a violent threat against him in the form of a car shooting — an incident he believes was a message intended to silence him. Despite the serious nature of his allegations, he says he's not seeking back child support but rather damages for the toll the situation has taken on his life. The 55-year-old icon has remained largely silent on the matter over the years, though his legal team maintains there is no truth to Satterthwaite's claims. The judge has not yet ruled on the latest filing. More from Who Is Rymir Satterthwaite? An Explainer Of JAY-Z's Alleged Son JAY-Z Performs On Cowboy Carter Tour Days After Nicki Minaj Call Out, Paternity Lawsuit Drama Nicki Minaj Says JAY-Z Owes Her $200 Million From Her Equity In Tidal Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
JAY-Z Performs On Cowboy Carter Tour Days After Nicki Minaj Call Out, Paternity Lawsuit Drama
JAY-Z hit the stage with wife Beyoncé this weekend for day three of her Cowboy Carter Tour stop in Atlanta, just days after Nicki Minaj lambasted the Brooklyn native online. After first making an appearance at one of Beyoncé's Paris shows, Hov made his second Cowboy Carter Tour appearance in Atlanta on Sunday (July 13), where he joined his wife for their smash duet 'Crazy In Love,' before performing 'Public Service Announcement' from his 2003 studio album The Black Album. See footage below. The appearance came days after Nicki Minaj called out the mogul for allegedly cheating her out of $200M based on a contract she signed for TIDAL, a music streaming service he has since sold to Jack Dorsey's Square. Minaj argues that, while she and 15 other artists were gifted a three percent stake in the service at its 2015 launch, she was only offered $1,000,000 for her share after the company was sold for $302,000,000 in 2021. 'We've calculated about 100-200MM so far. #JayZ call me to settle this karmic debt. It's only collecting more interest,' she wrote on X. Minaj also called attention to Rymir Satterthwaite, the 31-year-old man who claims JAY-Z, 55, is his father, and has been demanding a paternity test for years. In response to his lawsuit, Hov's legal rep released a statement last week, calling Satterthwaite's claims 'fabricated.' 'The fabricated allegations and claims have been addressed – and rejected — in multiple other courts and [Satterthwaite's] continued harassment of [Jay-Z] and disregard of those orders has already resulted in a contempt order.'More from Did Nicki Minaj Just Shade Beyoncé? The Barbz And BeyHive Heatedly Debate "Mechanical Bull" Post Beyoncé's Unreleased Music Files, Tour Materials Stolen Before Atlanta 'Cowboy Carter' Show JAY-Z Shuts Down Paternity Claims, Calls Rymir Satterthwaite's Allegations "Fabricated" Solve the daily Crossword
The South African
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Nicki Minaj fans the flames as she feuds with a singer and a felllow rapper
American rap sensation Nicki Minaj has been on a tirade of late. R&B singer and songwriter SZA is the latest person in her crosshairs. Over the last couple of weeks, Minaj has also had a lot to say about JAY-Z. She alleged he owes her a hefty sum of money involving the deal she struck with him and his streaming platform Tidal. Minaj has not released much new music lately, as someone who people consider a major advisory of hers, Cardi B, is entering the rollout phase of her long-awaited sophomore album. SZA posted a cryptic tweet scoffing at how Mercury is in retrograde and urging a 'silly goose' not to take the bait. Minaj must've taken exception to this. She proceeded to let loose with a barrage of insulting tweets aimed at Top Dog Entertainment's marquee singer. Speculations online swirled as Minaj's fans wondered if she was under the influence at the time. All bets were off as Minaj took shots at SZA. Everything from her capability as an artist, her record of sales and even her looks were mentioned. Minaj went as far as accusing the Snooze hitmaker of inflating her album sales by releasing a deluxe version of her last album, SOS . Terms like 'weirdo' and 'auto-tuned yodelling' were hurled around, much to the dismay of fans. Minaj even dug deep in her files of receipts and unearthed an old tweet by SZA in which she finds issue with the vocal capability of pop stars, Ciara and Rihanna. SZA has not been the only target of Minaj, as JAY-Z felt her wrath too. There has been tension between the two for a while now despite the decent work relationship Minaj has enjoyed with his wife Beyoncé. Minaj accused JAY-Z of cheating her out of millions of dollars in Tidal equity. Minaj is of the notion that she is owed 200 million dollars (3.58 billion ZAR). Her demand was for him to 'settle this karmic debt.' She did jokingly conclude her rant by stating that JAY-Z is still in her top five best rappers. These issues seem timeous as SZA is rumoured to appear on Cardi B's upcoming album. JAY-Z, also known as Hov or Hova, will be headlining the next Super Bowl halftime show. He has also had a heavy hand in organising these in years past. None of which have involved him calling on Minaj to take the stage. JAY-Z has stayed very much in character and has not responded on X. The day after this, JAY was on the sidelines at the FIFA Club World Cup, enjoying the festivities with Brazilian footballing legend Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima, seemingly unbothered. Instead of replying on social media, JAY hopped out in Atlanta while on tour with his wife and played a song with opening lines that can be interpreted as a direct response to Minaj's tweet, in which she said it is blasphemous to refer to him as Hov. Clad in his traditional all-black, JAY-Z let loose with his 2003 street anthem Public Service Announcement , the opening lyrics of which read, 'Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is Hov. H to the OV.' Analysts and pundits cite an array of reasons as to why this might be happening. Artists like Glorilla, Megan Thee Stallion (whom Minaj has also had issues with) are enjoying their time in the sun with a string of hits being released by Glorilla. Megan announced her new romantic entanglement with basketball star and Dallas Maverick, Klay Thompson. All the while, that new Cardi B album looms, and her latest single Outside has been embraced by the culture. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 11. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
