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Cassper Nyovest’s deadlift sparks metric conversion banter

Steady on his fitness journey, rapper Cassper Nyovest shared footage of his very first deadlift. While impressive, South Africans were less impressed when he referred to pounds instead of kilograms. Also see: Cassper Nyovest addresses new Ozempic claims Cassper Nyovest shows off deadlift On 1 July 2026, the Mama I Made It hitmaker took to his […]

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Tyla set to light up Afro Nation festival in Portugal

South African global music sensation Tyla is preparing to take centre stage at this year’s Afro Nation Festival in Portugal, one of the world’s biggest celebrations of Afrobeats, Amapiano, hip-hop, and African music culture. Also see: Tyla set to release highly anticipated new single this Thursday The Grammy-winning star is among a star-studded lineup set […]

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Emtee shares reason for parting with old management team

Mthembeni Ndevu, better known as the award-winning rapper Emtee, got candid about why he left his former management team, citing payment issues. Also see: Emtee releases statement about new haircut: ‘New journey, new energy’ Emtee explains departure from old management In a statement shared on his Instagram Story on 1 July 2026, Emtee revealed that he […]

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Rachel Kolisi reveals real reason behind Kolisi Foundation exit

Rachel Kolisi has opened up about her decision to step away from the Kolisi Foundation, revealing that her departure was driven by a desire to return to a more hands-on, grassroots approach to philanthropy. Also see: Rachel Kolisi throws support behind Miss SA Top 24 contestant The philanthropist, author, and public speaker recently reflected on […]

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Fans react as Vusi Nova postpones EP launch event over safety concerns

South African singer Vusi Nova has received an outpouring of support from fans after announcing the postponement of his Here To Stay EP launch event due to safety concerns linked to illegal immigration tensions. In a statement, the award-winning artist confirmed that while the launch event has been delayed, the Here To Stay EP was […]

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TK Nciza pens Relebohile Mofokeng heartfelt message

Political figure Thembinkosi ‘TK’ Nciza wore his heart on his sleeve when he penned an emotional message to rising soccer star Relebohile Mofokeng, who will soon call Belgium his new home. The former Orlando Pirates midfielder was signed to Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. According to Soccermag, the agreement was concluded before the 2026 FIFA World Cup […]

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Hungani Ndlovu’s DJ career hits new heights with international booking

South African actor and television personality Hungani Ndlovu is celebrating a major milestone in his growing music career after securing an international DJ booking in Portugal. Also see: Hungani Ndlovu ready to reclaim the DJ scene Known to many for his acting roles and vibrant presence on social media, Hungani has been steadily building his […]

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7th Annual Africa Choice Awards hit SA for the first time

In a landmark moment for Africa’s creative and media industries, the Africa Choice Awards (ACA) 2026 mark a powerful return with South Africa as the official host nation, positioning the country as a central hub for African entertainment excellence. Also see: Tyla celebrates ‘Tygers’ after double American Music Awards win Celebrating outstanding achievement The Africa Choice Awards are a […]

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Music producer Ranger explains why he burned his award plaque

South African music producer Ranger has sparked widespread conversation on social media after sharing a video of himself burning one of his award plaques, accompanied by a lengthy reflection on identity, achievement, and personal growth. Also see: Basadi in Music Awards recap: Here’s who won The dramatic gesture quickly divided opinion online, with some praising […]

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Emtee reflects on emotional journey inspiring ‘Buya’ feature

Award-winning South African rapper Mthandeni Ndevu, popularly known as Emtee, has opened up about the deeply personal experiences that inspired his feature on Buya, the soulful collaboration with singer Nandi Ndathane. The song, whose title translates to “come back” in isiZulu, explores themes of love, healing, reflection, and emotional vulnerability. Also see: Emtee goes ‘Instagram […]

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‘Journalism is dead’: Big Xhosa calls out anti-illegal immigration media coverage

South African rapper Sesethu Myeki, popularly known as Big Xhosa, has sparked debate on social media after criticising what he describes as biased and misleading media coverage of South Africa’s anti-illegal immigration movement. Also see: Big Zulu, Big Xhosa surprise fans with unreleased song Big Xhosa criticises international coverage The outspoken artist took to social […]

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