She’s stepping into the booth When South African media queen Pearl Thusi announced her new single Sodwa this week, fans did a double-take. Known for her presence on our screens as an actress, DJ, model, and media personality, she is now turning her spotlight on music—and not just any sound: she’s bridging modern vibes with […]
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When a Glow Up Hits Headlines Something about the way Thando Thabethe has been showing up lately has got South Africans talking. Her recent weight loss grabbed attention online and reignited debate around fitness, celebrity pressure, and self-image in Mzansi. Through photos and public appearances, she has been noticeably slimmer and radiating confidence, and social […]
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When a nickname sparks more than a chuckle Suddenly, the internet was buzzing when Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala took to the stand before a parliamentary committee and offered a straight-faced explanation for why he is called “Cat”. The answer was eyebrow-raising enough to turn heads and prompt a reaction from broadcaster Sizwe Dhlomo—and all of South […]
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When gospel music was shut out This year, Ukhozi FM changed the rules for its annual New Year’s Eve song contest, Ingoma Ehlukanisa Unyaka. Instead of letting listeners nominate any track they loved, the station released a curated Top 20 playlist from which only the Top 10 would be chosen. For 2025, the playlist did […]
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A Sudden Silence Fell Across Nollywood News broke on Monday that beloved actor and comedian Odira Nwobu passed away in a Johannesburg hotel at age 43. The announcement came from colleagues and close associates, sending waves of disbelief through fans, entertainers, and online communities alike. For many, the news came out of the blue—one minute […]
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Rihanna’s Hilarious Clapback After a ‘Bad Photo’ Meme Goes Viral And Why Men Secretly Love Those Unfiltered Pics Even icons catch strays, but Rihanna? She turns them into jokes. If there’s one universal human experience, it’s opening your gallery and seeing a photo that makes you wonder if your camera hates you personally. Maybe your […]
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Pamela Mtanga and Siyabonga ‘Scoop’ Ngwekazi have been revealed as the hosts of the highly anticipated 31st edition of the South African Music Awards (SAMAs). Pamela recently showcased her presenting skills as a co-host at the Miss South Africa pageant alongside Nomalanga Shozi; while Siyabonga hosted the Metro FM awards earlier this year. SAMA spokesperson […]
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Facing the Unthinkable Surviving trauma is one thing. Owning it, retelling it, and transforming it into strength is another. That’s exactly what South African actress Jo-Anne Reyneke did during a heartfelt appearance on The Konvo Show with Penuel “The Black Pen” Mlotshwa. Before the glitz of red carpets and the acclaim of Netflix hits, Reyneke’s […]
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Major League DJz Speak Out on Kenyan Festival No-Show Claims South African amapiano powerhouses Major League DJz have broken their silence on the recent controversy surrounding a Kenyan festival appearance. The duo addressed their Kenyan fans directly on Tuesday, November 25, seeking to clear up misconceptions and false narratives circulating online. “We want to clear […]
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The family of the late kwaito star, Nomasonto ‘Mshoza’ Maswanganyi, is still awaiting her royalties from Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO). Mshoza’s father, Steve Mafuna, also joined the artists who were marching outside of SAMRO offices in Johannesburg on November 13. He said to Sunday World :“I joined the march to fight for my […]
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Tyla’s ‘Chanel’ Breaks Records, Dominates Spotify and TikTok From debuting at number 177 to soaring to number 38 on the Spotify Top Songs global chart, Tyla’s hit “Chanel” is proving that this 23-year-old South African star is not just a rising talent, she’s a force to be reckoned with. Since its release on October 24, […]
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Sissy K Takes Amapiano Global: Cape Town DJ’s First International Tour For Sisipho Kwinana, better known on stage as Sissy K, the journey from local Cape Town clubs to an international stage has arrived sooner than she expected. The young amapiano DJ is set to perform in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo, on Friday, November […]
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