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ENTERTAINMENT

HotShotAaron and NPS Streamers pave the way for Mzansi’s next-gen creators

South Africa’s digital landscape is undergoing a massive shift, and local content creators are taking centre stage like never before. Leading this charge, creators like Tyron Hess and HotShotAaron, alongside the vibrant NPS Streamers network, are proving that Mzansi’s live-streaming talent can build thriving communities, command dedicated audiences, and set a new standard for online […]

ENTERTAINMENT

Given Stuurman shares his experience on ‘Umthetho’

Actor Given Stuurman recently opened up about his experience portraying Sphelele Dlamini in the Netflix crime drama Umthetho. His character is the youngest brother of the main characters, Mbali, portrayed by Nqobile Khumalo, and Moses, portrayed by Tony Kgoroge. Also see: SK Khoza makes a powerful return in Netflix’s ‘Umthetho’ More about Sphelele Dlamini Sphelele […]

ENTERTAINMENT

Oscars Go Digital: YouTube to Stream the Ceremony Globally from 2029

A Historic Shift: The Oscars Head Online For the first time in over 50 years, the Academy Awards will no longer be confined to traditional television. In a landmark announcement, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed a multiyear partnership with YouTube, granting the platform exclusive global rights to the Oscars from 2029 […]

TECH

DStv’s Big Makeover: Canal+ Plans One Super App For South African Viewers

If you’re a DStv subscriber, there’s some exciting news coming your way. Canal+, the new parent company of MultiChoice, has big plans to change how you watch your favourite shows — by combining all its streaming platforms into one powerful “super app.” One App For Everything You Love The French broadcaster Canal+ recently completed its […]

TECH

Spotify Joins Forces With ChatGPT For Smarter Music And Podcast Recommendations

Spotify And ChatGPT: A New Kind Of Listening Experience Spotify has teamed up with OpenAI’s ChatGPT to make discovering music and podcasts feel a little more human. The integration, now live across 145 countries, lets users connect their Spotify accounts to ChatGPT for personalised recommendations and even custom playlist creation through simple conversation. Free users […]

LIFESTYLE

Reading Movies: How Subtitles Have Quietly Taken Over Our Screens

From Accessibility to Everyday Necessity: The Rise of Subtitles For many of us, reading movies and series has become second nature. What once felt optional—turning on captions—is now a central part of how audiences consume content. Whether it’s the faint accent of an actor, the rumble of a noisy café, or the quiet of a […]

LIFESTYLE

Pirated Internet streaming service busted by MultiChoice

A major pirate internet streaming service was nailed with the help of Western Cape police investigators recently. A ‘key suspect’ involved in the alleged pirate streaming operation, known as Waka TV, was arrested during a raid. According to a statement, the MultiChoice Group labelled the feat as a ‘significant victory in the fight against internet […]