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Big Brother Mzansi: Marcia “Cia” Morata Leaves the House for Health Reasons

17Jan

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Big Brother Mzansi: Marcia “Cia” Morata Leaves the House for Health Reasons

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Marcia Cia Morata (Image: Big Brother Mzansi) JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Marcia “Cia” Morata has become the firsthousemate to leave the Big Brother Mzansi: Bazozwa house. Her departure wasannounced on Thursday, January 15, 2026, after she requested help for her well-being. A Difficult Decision Cia’s exit follows a series of emotional moments during her short stay in the house.According to an official update, she became emotional and started crying onThursday morning. After a scheduled yoga session, she told Big Brother that she wasnot feeling well. She received immediate help and spoke with an on-site psychologistto see if she was fit to continue. Health and Well-being First Following the medical assessment, the decision w...

NAMES, POWER AND SILENCE: Mihlali Ndamase caught in viral allegations

15Dec

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NAMES, POWER AND SILENCE: Mihlali Ndamase caught in viral allegations

By Sitha Maliwa: Mihlali Ndamase Once again, Mihlali Ndamase is at the centre of a storm not of her own making. The beauty influencer and YouTube star trended across South African social media platforms this week after controversial gossip blogger Musa Khawula released what he described as part one of an alleged “hit list” detailing men he claims have been romantically linked to Ndamase. Within hours, the claims sent shockwaves through the online community. The list, naming 11 men, allegedly spans three countries - South Africa, Zimbabwe and Nigeria - and includes high-profile businessmen, politicians, celebrities, and the son of a sitting African president. No evidence was presented to support the allegations, yet the names alone were enough to ign...

Cassper Nyovest Packs Toyota Stadium for the Seventh Fill Up Edition to sing, dance, and celebrate the star, his music and journey

6Dec

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Cassper Nyovest Packs Toyota Stadium for the Seventh Fill Up Edition to sing, dance, and celebrate the star, his music and journey

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Casper Nyovest performing. (Image: supplied) Refiloe 'Cassper Nyovest' Maele Phoolo showed his star power once again as thousands of fans packed Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein for his much-loved Fill Up concert. Tonight’s show brought fans of all ages together to sing, dance, and celebrate with the superstar. This year’s Fill Up marks the seventh edition of Nyovest’s signature event. It all started in 2015 with the first Fill Up at Orlando Stadium in Soweto, a bold move that set the tone for his career. Since then, he has sold out stadiums across South Africa, turning Fill Up into one of the country’s most exciting music events. Growing Bigger Every Year Over the years, Nyovest brought F...

FROM STREET TO SCREEN: Eastern Cape’s new film sensation

28Nov

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FROM STREET TO SCREEN: Eastern Cape’s new film sensation

By Sitha Maliwa: In what could be a major boost for the film industry in the Eastern Cape, a locally produced movie is set to showcase the province’s untapped acting talent. The much-anticipated film, Rhythm of the Street - featuring largely inexperienced but gifted young actors from the province - is set to premiere on Thursday in December at Hemingways Mall in East London. The storyline tackles social issues such as the abuse of young women, particularly students who become sexually exploited by older men due to financial vulnerability. According to the filmmakers, the movie aims to expose harsh realities while opening conversations around accountability, protection and empowerment. The film, whose teaser clips have gone viral on social media and ge...

AFRICA’S RENEWABLE ENERGY BOOM: €15.5B in New Investments

27Nov

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AFRICA’S RENEWABLE ENERGY BOOM: €15.5B in New Investments

By Zenoyise John: Yvonne Ntombizodwa Machaka speaks on stage during Global Citizen NOW: Johannesburg on November 21, 2025, in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for Global Citizen) In a historic step for Africa’s clean energy future, Global Citizen convened government leaders, investors, philanthropists, and grassroots advocates in Johannesburg for the first-ever Global Citizen NOW summit on the continent. The event marked the culmination of a year-long campaign, ScalingUp Renewables in Africa, aimed at expanding electricity access and driving sustainable development across the region. The summit unveiled ambitious commitments to power more than 17.5 million homes and deliver 26.8 gigawatts of renewable energy across Africa by 2030, a mo...

DAVID MASHABELA’S LATE BLOOMER JOY: Fatherhood at 50

12Nov

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DAVID MASHABELA’S LATE BLOOMER JOY: Fatherhood at 50

By Sitha Maliwa: David Mashabela (Image: TikTok) Renowned Radio 2000 broadcaster David Mashabela has officially joined the fathers’ club for the first time at the age of 50. In a heartfelt revelation during an interview with Mbuyiseni Ndlozi on Power FM 98.7, Mashabela confirmed that he became a father two months ago, describing the experience as “beautiful, grounding, and worth the wait.” For years, fans and even family wondered why one of South Africa’s most charismatic radio voices had never started a family. Mashabela, known for his sharp wit and reflective tone on air, finally set the record straight. “My mom thought there was something wrong with me,” he said, laughing. “But there wasn’t. I just made a. If I didn’t, I’d probably have a hundred kids by now, but...

HISTORIC FIRST: Nomzamo Mbatha to host Global Citizen NOW Summit in Johannesburg

6Nov

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HISTORIC FIRST: Nomzamo Mbatha to host Global Citizen NOW Summit in Johannesburg

By Sitha Maliwa: Actress, humanitarian, and Global Citizen Ambassador Nomzamo Mbatha has been announced as the host for the inaugural Global Citizen NOW: Johannesburg summit, a historic event marking the first-ever edition of the prestigious summit on African soil. The summit, hosted in partnership with Harith General Partners, arrives at a critical moment as Africa accelerates its journey toward clean, inclusive, and sustainable energy growth. Leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the continent and the world are set to converge to discuss strategies, investment, and solutions that could transform Africa’s energy future. For Mbatha, hosting the summit represents far more than a high-profile public role -it is a call to action for Africa’s energy tr...

SILENCE SPEAKS: The Unseen Voice opens uMgungundlovu Film Festival with deaf empowerment story

6Nov

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SILENCE SPEAKS: The Unseen Voice opens uMgungundlovu Film Festival with deaf empowerment story

By Sitha Maliwa: A hush is expected to fall over the Voortrekker Museum on November 14 as the lights dim and the first frame of The Unseen Voice flickers onto the screen - marking the opening of the 7th uMgungundlovu Film Festival (UFF). This year, the festival roars to life under the bold theme, “Imagine the World in My Image,” with a story that pierces the heart and ignites urgent conversations about inclusion and humanity. More than just a film festival, UFF has become a sanctuary for stories often silenced - a space where the unseen, the unheard, and the uncelebrated take centre stage. And what better way to open this year’s edition - which coincides with Disability Rights Awareness Month - than with a film that gives voice to those society t...

HONOURING THE ANCESTORS: Thandiswa Mazwai launches Sankofa Heritage Festival

5Nov

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HONOURING THE ANCESTORS: Thandiswa Mazwai launches Sankofa Heritage Festival

By Sitha Maliwa: Songstress Thandiswa Mazwa (Image supplied) South Africa’s queen of soul and cultural renaissance, Thandiswa Mazwai, is turning 50 - and she’s doing it in the only way she knows how: through music, heritage, and unapologetic African excellence. The Sankofa Heritage Festival, set for Saturday, 28 February 2026, at Carnival City’s Big Top Arena, is more than just a concert - it’s a homecoming of spirit, a sonic ritual, and a tribute to a legacy that continues to inspire generations. For three decades, Thandiswa has stood as a voice of resistance, healing, and pride. From the revolutionary energy of Bongo Maffin to the soul-stirring depth of her solo work, she has carried the heartbeat of a continent in every note. Now, with her latest album “Sankofa” - w...

SEQUINS SEQUINS, TASSELS AND TRIUMPH: Somgaga graduates at 52!

29Oct

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SEQUINS SEQUINS, TASSELS AND TRIUMPH: Somgaga graduates at 52!

By Zee: Somizi 'Somgaga' Mhlongo (Image: Instagram) Hold onto your wigs, darlings - Somizi Mhlongo has done it again! Just when we thought we’d seen it all from Mzansi’s most flamboyant star, he went and graduated - for the first time - at 52! Yes, you read that right. SomGAGA is officially a fashion graduate from the trendiest design hub in town, the Villioti Fashion Institute. The ceremony? Pure Somizi theatre. Cameras flashing, outfits glittering, and the star himself turning the graduation stage into his personal runway. Who else could make an academic cap look like couture? After receiving his qualification, the ever-grateful Somizi took to social media to gush over his support system. “To my family and friends - your love carried me. An...