South African actress, producer and industry advocate Rami Chuene has once again opened up about the realities facing artists in the local entertainment industry. Known for her outspoken views on creatives’ rights, Chuene recently highlighted some of the challenges that continue to affect actors, musicians and performers across the country. Also see: Rami Chuene sparks hope […]
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December is supposed to be about slowing down. Online, though, it’s been anything but peaceful. And this week, South Africa’s global breakout star Tyla found herself at the centre of yet another internet firestorm, one built on a single repost and a lot of assumptions. How a Repost Became a Problem The drama began on […]
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Ntsiki Mazwai Claims Nicki Minaj Copied Her Album Cover, Fans Disagree Ntsiki Mazwai, the outspoken South African musician and poet known for her fiery online presence, is back at it again on X (formerly Twitter). This time, she’s calling out global superstar Nicki Minaj, claiming the rapper copied the visual concept of her 2018 album, […]
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South Africa Shines on the Grammy Stage South African talent is once again making waves on the global stage. Tyla and Trevor Noah have both earned nominations for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, set to take place on February 1, 2026, at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena. For Tyla, this marks a continuation of her meteoric […]
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The accusations that stirred the internet The buzz started when Yung Miami, known from the rap duo City Girls, accused South African singer Tyla of copying her song concept. Yung Miami claimed she had pitched Tyla the original idea, only for it later to appear in Tyla’s upcoming track. The allegation went public via posts […]
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Multitalented singer, actress, and violinist Bianca Le Grange has added another accolade to her illustrious career, her very own star at Johannesburg’s Roodepoort Theatre. The honour comes as part of the theatre’s 45th-anniversary celebrations on Heritage Day, recognising artists and organisations who have made a lasting impact on South Africa’s cultural landscape. View this […]
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