Entertainment

Centurion, South Africa – Mahindra South Africa recently kicked off its third decade in the country with a bang, hosting the inaugural Mahindra Fusion Fest at SunBet Arena. With over 7,000 guests in attendance, the event celebrated two successful decades and was a vibrant testament to South Africa’s dynamic culture and Mahindra’s commitment to its growth in the region. The Fusion Fest showcased the youthful spirit of the “Vibrant Rainbow Nation” through a unique blend of music, fashion, and art. The evening was highlighted by the presence of the Deputy President of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, who emphasised the importance of cultural unity and Mahindra's role in the nation’s automotive landscape. Deputy president Paul Mashatile was a speaker in the event. “Cultu...

Under the shadow A voice suppressed Power undermined A tree bowed A wire stretched I am Madosini My wintry Eastern Cape The wretched of people Disempowered in masses Life labour in reserves I am Madosini Harvest of the voice Melody of the wood The string of the sound The power of the feet I am Madosini Customised in Ubuntu Indigenised in the land The hewers of wood Drawers of water I am Madosini The haunt of  a dream The dangling umrhube The ancestor must be lying A childhood of sound? I am Madosini Chased by the bow Arrowed by umrhube Endited by uhadi Bowed to the calling I am Madosini Nowhere to somewhere The world calls my name Sound pierces the royal Bow of...

Zanzibar, Tanzania – The vibrant island of Zanzibar recently served as the stunning backdrop for the Trace Awards & Summit 2025, an event that joyously celebrates African and Afro-descendant musical artistry. This year’s ceremony, held at the beautiful Mora Resort, marked another milestone in showcasing the profound influence of African music both locally and globally. The Trace Awards celebrated outstanding musical performances and highlighted music's role in uniting diverse cultures. Attendees experienced the electrifying atmosphere and the unifying power of rhythm and melody.  Olivier Laouchez, Chairman and Co-Founder of Trace, said the Trace Awards & Summit was born from an unshakeable belief: that Africa’s music, its artists, and its culture deserve to be ce...