Airlink has raised global concerns about a formation flyover by two of its passenger aircraft at low altitude over the Cape Town DHL Stadium while it was packed with eager, excited fans. The airline staged a flyover during the buildup to the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series game between South Africa and New Zealand on Saturday, […]
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Major League DJz star Banele Khanya Mbere has reportedly been given 10 business days to settle an outstanding tax debt of more than R1.19 million owed to the South African Revenue Service (SARS). Banele and his twin brother Bandile make up Major League DJz, one of South Africa’s prominent DJ acts. The pair have built […]
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Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has defended Airlink’s dramatic flyover at DHL Stadium in Cape Town, dismissing criticism of the manoeuvre after footage of the aircraft spread widely online. Also see: Watch: Low-flying Airlink aeroplanes over Cape Town Stadium The flyover took place shortly before the Springboks faced the All Blacks, with two Airlink […]
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South African Grammy Award-winning DJ Black Coffee, real name Nkosinathi Maphumulo, is involved in a long-running legal dispute with Maserati South Africa over a luxury vehicle reportedly worth millions of rands. Also see: Black Coffee Foundation to receive support from Diamonds Do Good The latest development has brought renewed attention to the dispute, which centres […]
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The long-running legal saga involving convicted rapist and murderer Thabo Bester has been delayed again, with his pre-trial proceedings now postponed to April 2027. Also see: Thabo Bester transferred to eBongweni Super Maximum Prison Thabo appeared virtually from prison on Friday, 28 August 2026, alongside his co-accused Dr Nandipha Magudumana and several other accused in […]
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South African Afro-soul singer Nathi Mankayi says he has been left “speechless” by the overwhelming response to his Buyelekhaya Tour, more than a decade after the release of his acclaimed debut album. Also see: Bruno Mars adds Tyla to star-studded ‘The Romantic Tour’ line-up The 43-year-old musician, whose 2015 album Buyelekhaya introduced fans to songs […]
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Malian music legend Salif Keïta has cancelled his upcoming commercial performances in South Africa, citing concerns over reports of xenophobic violence against African migrants. Also see: Penuel Mlotshwa shares why he opposes March and March working with AfriForum The 76-year-old singer announced the decision in a statement on Tuesday, saying he could not ignore reports […]
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South African rapper Cassper Nyovest received a warm and rather extravagant welcome when he visited 947 for a recent radio appearance. Also see: Zanele Potelwa joins Cassper Nyovest as co-host of 2026 SAMAs The Tito Mboweni hitmaker stopped by the station, where his appearance quickly turned into a memorable celebration as presenter Anele Mgudlwa and […]
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Trevor Noah took to his socials yesterday, 27 August 2026, to announce that he had added extra dates to his South African comedy show tour, Bafunny Bafunny. Also see: Trevor Noah brings the laughs home: ‘Bafunny Bafunny’ Comedy Festival announced Trevor Noah shares the announcement The comedian posted a video with his friend and colleague […]
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David and Victoria Beckham’s son, Romeo Beckham, has been spotted in Cape Town as he appears to be enjoying a trip around the Western Cape. Also see: The rise of female DJs in Cape Town with Masoodah The 23-year-old model and former footballer was reportedly seen at Cape Town International Airport earlier this week, with […]
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South African dancer and musician Limpopo Boy, real name Robert Matome Thoka, has addressed the controversy surrounding a private video that was leaked online. Also see: ‘I’m not a homewrecker’: Limpopo Boy removes apology post to Shai family over viral video The performer reportedly discussed the video during an appearance on Podcast and Chill with […]
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Actress Jo-Anne Reyneke is making her much-anticipated return to Generations: The Legacy as Refilwe, three years after her character left South Africa. Also see: Jo-Anne Reyneke: Turning Trauma into Triumph on the Konvo Show Jo-Anne is set to return to the SABC1 soapie on Friday, 28 August 2026, with the actress teasing a very different […]
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