Entertainment

How South Africa’s Kwaito pioneers built a blueprint for generations of artists

Long before global dance floors surrendered to amapiano’s hypnotic log drums or local airwaves were dominated by Motswako and modern SA hip hop, South Africa’s musical blueprint was forged in the post-1994 township crucible of Kwaito. Also see: REMEMBERING MAGESH: MZANSI CELEBS CELEBRATE LATE KWAITO LEGEND ON 50TH BIRTHDAY Spearheaded by trailblazers like Arthur Mafokate, […]

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Mafikizolo to perform at CAF Super Cup’s half-time show

Legendary South African Afro-pop duo Mafikizolo will take centre stage to deliver a special half-time performance as Mamelodi Sundowns gear up to face Algerian giants USM Alger in the CAF Super Cup. Also see: UMAFIKIZOLO WINS SONG OF THE YEAR AT 2026 METRO AWARDS The match takes place on Sunday, 8 November 202, at Pretoria’s […]

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Lira celebrates 20 years of ‘Feel Good’

South African neo-soul singer Lira shared an Instagram post celebrating the 20th anniversary of the album that truly changed it all… Feel Good. Also see: Mi Casa, Lira and more join 19-concert line-up in Kirstenbosch The project has been a beautiful soundtrack to the South African neo-soul era and a staple sound for the average South […]

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Shauwn Mkhize addresses ex-husband over alleged fraud complaint: “Go out and work”

South African businesswoman and philanthropist Shauwn ‘MamMkhize’ Mkhize recently took to social media after receiving a letter from a journalist informing her of a fraud complaint allegedly filed by her ex-husband, Sbusiso Mpisane, and put him on blast. Also see: MaMkhize’s alleged new car sparks online reaction Shauwn Mkhize has had enough The business mogul shared […]

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Content creator Swervo celebrates academic milestone on social media

In an era where digital storytelling rapidly intersects with technical expertise, popular South African digital creator and creative producer Lesego Justin Matjele, widely known online as Swervo, recently took to social media to celebrate his university graduation. Also see: HOTSHOTAARON AND NPS STREAMERS PAVE THE WAY FOR MZANSI’S NEXT-GEN CREATORS Sharing photos of his qualification […]

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Lasizwe’s awkward date with Mr JazziQ leaves Mzansi in stitches

South African media personality Lasizwe Dambuza and record producer Mr JazziQ went on an Awkward Date, and their chemistry was off the charts. But more than anything, the two proved to be a hilarious duo that left viewers laughing. The two shared a light-hearted, not-so-serious date filled with playful responses and witty banter. Also see: Lasizwe […]

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How classic South African sitcoms and dramas shaped our cultural identity and shared humour

The golden eras of South African television, spanning the transitional 1990s and early 2000s, did far more than offer evening entertainment; they served as the primary arena for nation-building, social reconciliation, and shared identity. Also see: WHAT HAPPENED TO THE ‘GOLDEN ERA’ OF SOUTH AFRICAN SITCOMS? Shows like Suburban Bliss, Going Up, Sgudi ‘Snaysi, Velaphi, […]

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Nandi Madida reflects on the loss of Ubuntu on her podcast

Renowned media personality, musician, and entrepreneur Nandi Madida has sparked a poignant cultural dialogue on her podcast, The Motherhood Network, addressing the visible shift in South African society away from the foundational African philosophy of Ubuntu. Also see: 23 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE: NANDI MADIDA CELEBRATES MAJOR ENTERTAINMENT MILESTONE Known for creating a safe, reflective space […]

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