South Africa is mourning the passing of legendary jazz drummer Tebogo Louis Moholo-Moholo, affectionately known as Bra Louis, who died on Friday at the age of 85 after a prolonged illness. His death was confirmed by his family, who paid tribute to the Cape Town-born musician’s decades-long contribution to South African and global jazz. Known […]
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It appears that South African athletes have forgotten how to lose, as various impressive performances have resulted in some significant victories, making a case for mzansi currently being one of the best sporting nations in the world. As of late, being South African means waking up to find out that a fellow countrymen somewhere in […]
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In the world of broadcasting, few journeys are as powerful and deeply rooted in purpose as that of Lisa Dumezweni, the newly appointed face of SABC’s isiXhosa News prime-time bulletin. Hailing from the rural heart of Dutywa in the Eastern Cape, Lisa’s rise is nothing short of remarkable—a story woven with hardship, resilience, and unshakable […]
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Youth Day is fast approaching, a day in which millions of South Africans celebrate as we observe the journey we have travelled from the dark past of apartheid and the endless opportunities we now possess. With the 16 of June being marked as an official public holiday, the last thing one would want to do is […]
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Bontle Chauke’s story is one of resilience and determination. Growing up, she faced bullying due to her skin colour, which led to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. However, she has used her experiences to fuel her writing and inspire others. Bontle’s journey is a testament to the power of overcoming adversity and finding one’s […]
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This Sunday, June 15 at 8pm, the story of a king and the birth of an empire continues. With the premiere of its second season, Shaka iLembe returns to Mzansi Magic on DStv channel 161, moving beyond the ascent of a warrior to the complex reign of a monarch. Season 2 finds Shaka (played by […]
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As it was a night of glitz and glam at the gold carpet of the premier of the second season of Shaka iLembe, it was also a night of celebrating and retelling African stories and history. A red carpet was rolled out to welcome guests, while drum beating and African songs accompanied by traditional dance filled […]
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Following the passing of his daughter, life has felt like a wrecking ball for the renowned Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt. The rapper, real name Lehlogonolo Chauke, was involved in a horrific car accident in 2024, which left him hospitalised while his nine-year-old daughter succumbed to her injuries. Since then, life has been somewhat of a whirlwind for […]
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It has been just over a month since the Idols SA winner Yanga Sobetwa and her husband, Ntsako Khoza, tied the knot in a beautiful wedding ceremony in Krugersdorp, and they continue to blossom now, more than ever. The happily wedded couple got engaged in April this year, around the same time she celebrated her […]
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Mthatha, a city in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, has been devastated by severe floods, resulting in seven deaths and widespread damage. A minibus carrying high school students was swept away by floodwaters, with several students reported missing. The South African government has responded swiftly, deploying emergency teams to support rescue operations and […]
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Global hitmaker and genre-blending producer VScript returns with a powerful new single, “How You Move”, featuring South African producer Luke Goliath and New Orleans rapper Fly Boi Keno. A fusion of Afrohouse rhythms, Afrobeats soul, and New Orleans bounce energy, the track sets the stage for VScript’s upcoming EP, due August 2025. Known for his […]
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The Real Housewives of Durban star, Angel Ndlela recently snapped at a follower who shared that she liked her teeth more before the cosmetic surgery. This comment comes after Angel has recently came back from Turkey to have her teeth gap closed. The reality TV star had dental veneers, which are custom-made caps that are […]
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