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WYNTON MARSALIS RETURNS TO SOUTH AFRICA: Jazz royalty headlines 2025 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival

30Jul

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WYNTON MARSALIS RETURNS TO SOUTH AFRICA: Jazz royalty headlines 2025 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival

By Sitha Maliwa: When the stars align and the trumpets call, Johannesburg answers. And this spring, the city will be bathed in brass and brilliance as the one and only Wynton Marsalis - a living legend, a jazz philosopher, and a cultural force - returns to South Africa to headline the 2025 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival. Yes, it's official: Marsalis, alongside the esteemed Jazz at Lincoln Centre Orchestra (JLCO), will take center stage at Africa’s premier jazz celebration this September. The announcement, embargoed until the stroke of midnight on July 29, has ignited waves of excitement across jazz circles, arts institutions, and cultural corridors on both sides of the Atlantic. From Friday, 26 September to Sunday, 28 September 2025, the Sandton Internation...

A GREAT DAY IN NEWTOWN: Musicians honour jazz legend Kippie Moeketsi’s centenary

27Jul

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A GREAT DAY IN NEWTOWN: Musicians honour jazz legend Kippie Moeketsi’s centenary

By Sitha Maliwa: In a stirring tribute to one of South Africa’s greatest musical icons, more than 100 jazz musicians - from revered legends to promising newcomers - will converge in Newtown for a historic photoshoot and jam session marking the 100th birthday of saxophonist Jeremiah Morolong “Kippie” Moeketsi. The event, which will take place on Saturday, 20 September 2025 at the Market Theatre Precinct, aims to capture the enduring spirit of South African jazz and pay homage to a man whose music shaped generations. Moeketsi, born in George Goch, Johannesburg, on 27 July 1925, was a formidable force in South Africa’s musical landscape until his passing on 27 April 1983. His storied career bridged the transition from kwela to modern jazz, as he played in the Harl...

The KING OF R&B RETURNS: Babyface to set Pretoria on fire this December

24Jul

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The KING OF R&B RETURNS: Babyface to set Pretoria on fire this December

By Sitha Maliwa: Babyface (Image: Facebook) The air in Pretoria is already starting to hum with anticipation. A wave of nostalgia, elegance, and timeless music is headed straight for the SunBet Arena, Times Square, this December - and at its centre is a legend whose voice defined generations: Babyface. In what promises to be one of the most unforgettable musical moments in South African history, Remoakantse Holdings has pulled off a dream come true. The All White Soul Sessions Concert - already known as one of the most anticipated lifestyle events of the year - returns for two spectacular nights on the 12th and 13th of December 2025, with none other than Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds gracing the stage as the headline act. A twelve-time Grammy winner. A Hall of Fame son...

STELLA ARTOIS SOIRÉE: The party that broke my shoe and possibly the Internet

18Jul

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STELLA ARTOIS SOIRÉE: The party that broke my shoe and possibly the Internet

By Zee: Hello, my fabulous party people! Zee the Gossip Girl here, fresh from the wildest tennis-themed bash Joburg has ever seen. While the world was glued to Wimbledon, Joburg said, “Hold my beer!” and served up a whole lot more than just aces at James & Ethel Gray Park this Saturday. First things first - if you thought tennis was all polite clapping and polite people, think again! This soirée was dripping with drama, glam, and enough vibes to power a small city. The music lineup? Legendary doesn’t even cut it. Lloyiso’s voice? Melted my heart faster than a mid-match sunstroke. Ami Faku was serving soul like it was going out of fashion. And then there was Manana - who came through so strong I swear even the birds stopped tweeting to watch him. But w...

SCANDAL IN THE SOFT LIFE LANE: Ziya crowned new Mzansi’s most hated Nyatsi

10Jul

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SCANDAL IN THE SOFT LIFE LANE: Ziya crowned new Mzansi’s most hated Nyatsi

By Zee: Ziya (Image: Facebook) Move over, Mihlali - there’s a new nyatsi in town, and her name is Ziya. Our timelines have been hijacked by none other than TikTok baddie Ziya, who clearly missed the “thou shalt not date married men” memo. Yes, babes. It’s true. Ziya is out here cruising in luxury cars, ordering oysters on someone else’s husband’s bank card - and documenting it all like she’s filming for Real Housewives of Entanglementville. The man in question? We’ll call him VK = businessman, husband, and now, the country’s most famous phantom passenger. Ziya made it no secret she was enjoying the high life, but internet detectives were quick to connect the designer dots. One number plate reveal later, and boom - Mzansi knew the man was married. The Wife Logs...

FROM BOMBSHELL TO BELIEVER: Nicole Nyaba joins Shembe Church and shocks Mzansi

10Jul

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FROM BOMBSHELL TO BELIEVER: Nicole Nyaba joins Shembe Church and shocks Mzansi

By Sitha Maliwa: Nicole Nyaba (Image: Facebook) In a twist no one saw coming, Nicole Nyaba - the sultry socialite once draped in designer labels and caught in the whirlwind of fame during her affiliation with the late rapper AKA = has traded stilettos for spiritual robes. The “baddie” of Instagram fame has now bowed before the sacred drums of Shembe, sending shockwaves across social media. Known for turning heads with her bold fashion and unapologetic presence, Nicole’s name was once synonymous with glitz, club lights, and whispered tabloid scandals. Now, it’s being echoed through the valleys of KwaZulu-Natal, where Shembe followers gather in sacred worship, barefoot and wrapped in white. Photos and videos have emerged showing Nicole dressed modestly, her once...

FAVOURITE PERSON: A love story no one saw coming

20Jun

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FAVOURITE PERSON: A love story no one saw coming

By Melini Moses: Cameron Emmanuel and Lequicia Astrid (Image: supplied) When Cameron Emmanuel first wrote Favourite Person, it wasn’t meant for the woman he would one day propose to; it was one of several tracks inspired by a different season of his life. But fate has a way of flipping the script. Today, Favourite Person is the soundtrack of a real love story, one that started in a studio and led to a proposal. It’s the debut single from Cameron Emmanuel featuring Lequicia Astrid - a heartfelt Afropop duet born out of serendipity, shared pain, and an unexpected turn of events. Cameron grew up surrounded by music. He was raised on the melodies of the Bee Gees, the Beatles, and Simon & Garfunkel. He picked up a guitar at just 8 years old, ...

AFRO CHIC SLAY: Nomzamo takes Afrique by storm with Creme of Nature launch

20Jun

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AFRO CHIC SLAY: Nomzamo takes Afrique by storm with Creme of Nature launch

By Zee: What do you get when global beauty royalty meets heritage‑rich haircare in Lonehill? A soirée so glam, so dramatic - and yes, absolutely drama-filled.Darling, if you weren’t at the Creme of Nature launch in Sandton last night, I’m afraid you missed a moment. Not a moment - the moment. Zee was there, lashes fluttering and ears wide open, and let me tell you = the curls were popping, the energy was electric, and the guest list? Strictly who’s who of hair, beauty and bold Black excellence. All the guests understood the assignment. Everywhere you looked, the girls looked absolutely beautiful & on-theme.Let’s start with the headline……. What do you get when global beauty royalty meets heritage‑rich haircare in Sandton? A soirée so glam, so dramatic—and yes, abso...

SIPHOKAZI BREAKS FREE: A soul reclaimed after 16 years

18Jun

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SIPHOKAZI BREAKS FREE: A soul reclaimed after 16 years

By Sitha Maliwa: The silence has finally been broken. Afro-soul powerhouse Siphokazi Mohapi, once the golden voice of South African music, has stepped forward with a powerful revelation: she is now an independent artist. After 16 years in the industry - years marked by both triumph and turmoil - Siphokazi has taken her power back. The beloved Ubuntu Bam hitmaker made the announcement via Instagram, and while the post was composed with grace, its message was nothing short of seismic for fans who have followed her journey from stardom to solitude. “After many years of creative exploration, personal evolution and artistic resilience, I, Siphokazi, would like to officially share that I am an independent artist,” she wrote. “While this clarification may be long over...

REIMAGINING JUNE 16: Trivialization vs redefining how we remember the youth of 1976’s sacrifice

13Jun

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REIMAGINING JUNE 16: Trivialization vs redefining how we remember the youth of 1976’s sacrifice

By Cathay Yenana: June 16, 1976, stands as a pivotal moment in South Africa’s struggle for freedom—a day etched into our collective memory as a powerful symbol of resistance, sacrifice, and the fight against oppressive systems. As we observe this significant date, it invites deep reflection not only on how we remember the past but also on how entertainment and societal behaviors influence our collective consciousness. Traditionally, June 16 has been commemorated through solemn memorials, educational programs, and discussions about the youth’s bravery. However, recent trends reveal a complex landscape: events where adults don school uniforms, youths are intoxicated and engaging in reckless behavior wearing school uniforms, and an overall tendency to trivialize or c...