South African music star DJ Tira has expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming birthday wishes he received as he celebrated his 50th year around the sun. Also see: DJ Tira explains why Afrotainment Marquee won’t feature at 2026 Durban July The Afrotainment boss, whose real name is Mthokozisi Khathi, marked the milestone with messages of […]
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British actress Cynthia Erivo being cast as Miriam Makeba in the upcoming biopic sent South Africans into an uproar, as many were concerned about how the actress would properly speak Miriam’s mother tongue, isiXhosa. Also see: John Legend and Cynthia Erivo to star in apartheid-era film Cynthia Erivo dabbles in isiXhosa A clip of Cynthia […]
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Rumours have been circulating on social media about Ayanda Melansi’s absence from Gagasi FM, with many speculating that she had been suspended. Gagasi FM set the record straight, providing commentary on the situation. Also see: New beginnings: Penny Ntuli lands a job in Johannesburg Gagasi FM denies the claims According to Daily Sun, the KZN-based commercial […]
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Actor Zamani Mbatha is stepping into a new chapter on television with a role that promises love, complicated choices and plenty of drama in e.tv’s upcoming series Land of Mills & Money. Also see: New cast members of ‘Shaka iLembe’ season 2 revealed Zamani plays Muzi Mhlongo, a man caught in a complicated love story […]
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo has joined the global outpouring of tributes following the death of legendary singer, songwriter and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who passed away at the age of 80. Also see: Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Stornoway unite for global music collaboration The acclaimed South African vocal group, celebrated for its rich harmonies and uplifting musical spirit, […]
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With the final gala of the Miss World competition set to take place on 5 September 2026, in Vietnam, South Africa’s representative, Romanda Hombir, is already turning heads and building unstoppable momentum. Also see: Ayanda G. Thabethe set to represent Mzansi at Miss Cosmo 2026 The 27-year-old clinical audiologist from Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, recently secured her […]
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Radio personality and businesswoman Anele Mgudlwa, née Mdoda, expressed her annoyance online after a ‘charlatan’ claimed to have had a rather dark vision about the star’s family members. Also see: Anele Mdoda’s Lotto post draws scam accusations online Dangerous claims shared Taking to her X account, Anele shared screenshots of a message she received from a […]
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Anele Zondo is turning the page on her music career, stepping into a new chapter that puts her real name firmly at the centre of her artistic identity. Also see: Anele Zondo scores major SAMA32 hosting opportunity From Ney The Bae to Anele Zondo As reported by DRUM magazine, the South African entertainer has decided to […]
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The red carpets have cleared, the awards have been handed out, and the buzz from Camp’s Bay is settling, but for Afrikaans film and television lovers, the real excitement is just beginning. Also see: From prison syndicates to jazz stokvels: Mzansi’s biggest mid-month must-watches Following the broadcast of the 14th kykNET Silwerskermbaos Gala Event, the […]
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South African veteran actor, playwright, drama teacher, and poet Sol Rachilo, who passed away at the age of 94 on 16 August 2026, will be laid to rest today, 26 August 2026. The presidency honoured Ntate Rachilo with an official state funeral and ordered that the South African flag fly at half-mast in Gauteng. Also […]
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South African rapper and music commentator Nhlamulo ‘NOTA’ Baloyi has taken aim at Big Brother Mzansi runner-up Thandeka Tshabalala following her recent podcast appearance, adding another twist to her ongoing public fallout with singer Londie London. Also see: Nota and Sfiso clash over Tyla following VMA Afrobeats category cut Thandeka recently appeared on Engineer Your […]
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South African amapiano star Mpho Lebajoa, popularly known as Scotts Maphuma, was struck by a bottle while performing in Zimbabwe, with footage of the incident sparking reactions online. Also see: Scotts Maphuma fans defend ‘nasty attitude’ in viral video Scotts Maphuma hit during performance In the footage, Scotts Maphuma can be seen performing when an […]
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