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GOSPEL SPECTACULAR RETURNS: Bethusile Mcinga to debut Akwaba Ndinamandla in Mthatha

24Aug

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GOSPEL SPECTACULAR RETURNS: Bethusile Mcinga to debut Akwaba Ndinamandla in Mthatha

By Sitha Maliwa: The countdown is on as the 6th Annual Gospel Spectacular is set to light up O.R. Tambo Hall on Saturday, 06 September 2025 at 6 PM. This beloved festival has become one of the Eastern Cape’s most anticipated gospel gatherings, drawing believers from across the country for a night of song, worship and unity. This year’s line-up is overflowing with gospel powerhouses, including Dr Lusanda Mcinga, Ncandweni Christ Ambassadors, Jumbo, Mpumi Mtsweni, Thinah & Ndumiso Zungu, Vincent Mboniswa, and many more. Of course, fans are eagerly awaiting Bethusile Mcinga, who is preparing to bless the audience with something truly special. Speaking ahead of the festival, Bethusile shared his excitement: “All I cannot wait for that night is experiencing ...

LIPS GLOSSED, EGOS BRUISED: The night Revlon ruled Midrand

16Aug

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LIPS GLOSSED, EGOS BRUISED: The night Revlon ruled Midrand

By Zee; Babes, Midrand was never ready! Prison Break Market turned into a glitter-soaked Barbie dreamland when Revlon launched their Glimmer Shimmer Shine collection - and trust me, if your invite got “lost in the mail,” you better start asking your management some serious questions because all the IT girlies were there. Picture this: influencers dripping in sequins, pink from head to toe, designer bags swinging like it’s payday at Sandton City. Faces? Snatched. Hair? Laid. Outfits? Straight fire emojis. If you dared arrive looking dusty, shame my love = the crowd would’ve swallowed you whole. Now, Revlon didn’t just throw a party; they threw an experience. Pink slushies, a candy wall, a dartboard, putt putt, arcade games = ev...

BOOM SHAKA RETURNS: Legends take the stage at Basha Uhuru 2025

15Aug

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BOOM SHAKA RETURNS: Legends take the stage at Basha Uhuru 2025

By Sitha Maliwa: Johannesburg, get ready to feel the pulse of the city like never before! The Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival returns to Constitution Hill with its much-anticipated Sounds of Freedom Music Concert on 13 September 2025, promising a day of pure energy, creativity, and unforgettable performances. This 13th edition of the festival is themed “Celebrating The Legacy Of Creative Expression”, honouring the role of youth in shaping South Africa’s creative and social landscapes. True to its reputation, the festival brings together the country’s biggest stars and the freshest emerging talent. Prepare to be blown away by Khuli Chana, Pabi Cooper, Mthandeni SK, Kid Fonque, Lamiez Holworthy, Toss, DJ Cndo, Jahseed & Admiral, Que DJ, and a special performance by...

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, ...