A voice that resonated across Limpopo In the world of South African radio, some names leave a lasting echo. For many in Limpopo, the voice of Kwetepe Matlakala—better known by his on-air alias “Village Boy”—was one of them. When news broke recently that he had died, the local broadcasting fraternity and his loyal listeners were […]
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When the lights went down and the spotlight turned In a concert that was supposed to be all celebration, the atmosphere flipped in an instant when Burna Boy stopped his show and insisted a woman be removed from the audience. The moment went viral almost immediately, and the fallout has been unrelenting. Rules, boundaries, and […]
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A dramatic fall from grace When you hear the name Peet Viljoen, it evokes the once-rising franchise empire behind the brand Tammy Taylor Nails in South Africa and the Afrikaans town-to-Miami dream. But what remains in memory now is not the glamour. It is a legal downfall marked by disbarment, lawsuits, and serious reputational damage. […]
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A moment that made the music scene wince When host Thakgi Ledwaba of the well-known podcast Piano Pulse made remarks about champion amapiano artist Kabza De Small that crossed into body-shaming territory, South Africa’s music community couldn’t help but react. The episode aired and instantly stirred up debate online about the boundaries of commentary—and whether […]
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Pastor Collen Maluleke, one of South Africa’s leading gospel artists, is celebrating 10 years in gospel music. For the talented star, this milestone marks a decade since the release of his breakthrough album Open Heavens. Speaking to BONA, he defined the past decade as a beautiful mix of great and interesting moments. “When I was […]
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A song that never stopped moving Some songs rise, peak, and fade. Then there are songs that settle into the rhythm of a country and refuse to leave. Kwesta’s Spirit belongs to that second category. When it dropped in 2017 with Wale, it instantly travelled beyond hip hop charts and into the everyday sounds of […]
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Former politician and radio host, Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, has now hopped into the music scene as he releases his first music album of Amagwijo, titled Usizi. After his fallout with the Julius Malema- led political party, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), he joined PowerFM as a radio host. Recently, he announced that he is now venturing […]
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Medical doctor and TV presenter Dr Musa Mthombeni uses every chance available to celebrate his wife, former Miss South Africa Liesl Laurie-Mthombeni. Recently, the pair celebrated 51 months of their marriage. The Mthombeni family has made it a norm to celebrate their marriage in every way possible, from ‘monthiversaries’ to days of their engagement. This […]
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When your ally takes the stand In the heart of South Africa’s entertainment corridors, the name Nota Baloyi is familiar. He moves among beats and stages, building names. Yet recently, his public focus shifted to the courtroom drama surrounding Brown Mogotsi. Mogotsi’s explosive testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into criminality and political interference […]
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A night tipped to mean more than just a show When Cassper Nyovest announced that the VIP section for his upcoming FNB Stadium show in Johannesburg was sold out, the message was loud and clear: this isn’t going to be a run-of-the-mill gig. The sell-out marks a highlight moment in a career defined by big […]
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A sparkle that set the timeline alight In South Africa’s buzzing music world, one picture was all it took to shake up the conversation. DJ Maphorisa shared a snap showing off a Rolex said to be worth around R1 million, and the reaction was instant. The shine of the watch became more than a fashion […]
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Mihlali Ndamase’s Make-Up Masterclass Sparks Online Debate South African beauty influencer and content creator Mihlali Ndamase has stirred conversation across social media after revealing details about her upcoming make-up masterclass, Beauty and The Beat. Set to take place later this month, tickets for the event are priced at R3,500 per person, immediately raising eyebrows among […]
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