When Jussie Smollett first claimed he had been the victim of a racist, homophobic attack in downtown Chicago back in January 2019, the world reacted with horror. The Empire actor, then one of TV’s brightest stars, said two masked men assaulted him, hurled slurs, tied a noose around his neck, and poured chemicals on him. […]
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A TikTok star born from honesty When Chantal Naidu posted her first TikTok video on 9 April 2022, she had no idea she would build a community that now stretches to over 153,000 followers worldwide. Known online as That Aunty From Tongaat, her success rests on one simple rule: be real. “I did not want […]
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Nadia Nakai is back, and she’s ready to tell a bigger, bolder story. The rapper, fashion icon, and TV star is returning to screens with Season 2 of her hit reality show Nadia, Beyond Bragga, set to premiere on Saturday, 6 September at 7:30pm on BET. For fans who’ve followed her journey, this season promises […]
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Matshidiso Tshidi Madia (42) EWN’s Associate Editor: Politics, died in hospital on 27 August 2025 after a short illness, Primedia Broadcasting confirmed. Her passing has prompted tributes from colleagues, political figures and listeners across the country. Tshidi built a reputation for fearless, clear reporting and thoughtful analysis. She rose through Primedia after starting on EWN’s traffic […]
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In the heart of Cape Town sits the Castle of Good Hope, a fortress that has guarded the city for almost 370 years. More than just South Africa’s oldest surviving colonial building, it’s a place where centuries of history, culture, and stories meet. Today, the Castle is entering a new chapter. A large-scale restoration project […]
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Actress Pamela Nomvete recently shared her frustrations over her on-going passport woes despite having dual citizenship. The former Generations actress, who is now based in United Kingdom, recently took to her Instagram page to share that she cannot travel to her ancestral land, South Africa because her passport has expired, and she is battling to […]
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No DNA, just RSA! There is no better phrase to encapsulate Mzansi’s pride, as one of our own countrymen, Sibusiso Kubheka recently made history as the first athlete to complete a 100km marathon in under 6 hours. After stopping the clock at exactly 05:59:20 at the most recent Adidas ‘Chasing 100’ project that took place […]
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With just over a week to go until the Springboks face their biggest foe, the All Blacks in round three of this year’s Rugby Championship, the opposition has taken it upon themselves to take the first jab at the South Africans. With the Boks currently travelling to the Oceanian continent, rugby content producer Jordan Buhrs […]
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Controversial businessman Cat Matlala and his wife Tsakani have drawn some attention. The couple’s recent court appearances bare an uncanny similarity to the story of infamous couple Nandipha Magudumana and Thabo Bestser. Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala has quickly become a household name in South Africa, however, not for any positive reasons, but rather for facing accusations […]
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Married at First Sight Mzansi has been on air for eight weeks, and the drama hasn’t let up. Every week, something unexpected happens that leaves viewers stunned and the most explosive moments are still on the way. This season introduces a brand-new panel of experts and singles who have agreed to marry complete strangers. The couples […]
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Convicted rapist Thabo Bester and his partner in crime, Dr Nandipha Magudumana, have taken legal action against Netflix regarding an upcoming three-part docuseries the streaming company is set to release. Last week, Netflix unveiled the trailer for their eagerly awaited crime documentary titled, Beauty and the Bester. The show is based on the life of […]
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The start of the Madlanga Judicial Commission of Inquiry into criminality, corruption, and political interference in South Africa’s criminal justice system has been delayed due to the Department of Justice’s failure to meet procurement deadlines. The hearings, initially set for 1 September 2025, have been postponed indefinitely, with the commission blaming the department for not […]
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