Shaka Ilembe Makes Waves at International Awards Ceremony

South African television series Shaka Ilembe - which enthralled audiences in 2023 and attracted millions of viewers - this week earned a number of awards and nominations at an international awards ceremony, amongst them an award for its historically accurate and authentic costumes. The Septimius Awards showcase films and projects...

Popular Talk Show Channel ‘After Dark’ Returns for 2nd Season

Kayise Ngqula, the dynamic powerhouse force behind the brand that champions authenticity and vulnerability, has announced the highly anticipated return of her YouTube talk show, "After Dark with Kayise." Launched in 2020, just a year after her husband's passing, the show was designed to delve into and spark conversations about loss, human connection, healing,...

SA Heroes Awards 2024 Nominee Georgina Mapule Mphatshwe on What Drives Her to Give

"This nomination means that people recognise and appreciate my hard work. it gives me determination and courage to do more..." Georgina Mapule Mphatshwe is a resilient force to be reckoned with. She has an admirable selfless demeanour, and a heart truly made of gold. The mother of three is currently employed as a traffic...

Idols SA 2023 Finalist Nkosi Releases Debut Single “Ngithi Mi”

"My biggest achievement is releasing my own single "NGITHI-MI" after being inspired by my top 4 finish on the reality TV show, Idols SA... Ikabawo Records has announced the release of the highly anticipated debut single "Ngithi Mi" by the multi-talented Nkosi, also known as Nkosikhona Shange. Born in 1994, Nkosi...

South African Guide-Dogs Association Presents #WearYourShadesDay

"A Campaign for Eye Health Awareness and Support for Visually impaired South Africans" On October 18, the South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind invites all South Africans to proudly wear their coolest sunglasses, helping to raise awareness about eye health and showing support for visually impaired in our country. For...

Keeping it Fresh at Spring Fiesta

With less than 2 months to go until the much-anticipated annual music festival gathering, Spring Fiesta is ready to set the stage ablaze once again in Ekurhuleni. this October. Way over a decade in the making, this Soul Candi iconic day / night destination music experience is a celebration of all things entertainment: -...

A Tribute to Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule

South Africa has lost yet another giant, an icon in the media fraternity.  Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule has died at 52. She passed away in the early hours of Monday, 12 August 2024, at Parklands Hospital in Durban. Zanele succumbed to lung cancer - after undergoing minor surgery for shortness of breath. Back in April, the...

DJ Zinhle and Tyla Win Big at the Basadi In Music Awards 2024

"I have won best female DJ in Africa for 4 years in a row but never won an award for being a DJ in South Africa…” DJ Zinhle and Tyla were the biggest winners at the third instalment of Basadi in Music Awards (BIMAs) held at the iconic Joburg Theatre in Johannesburg, South Africa,...

A Giant Has Fallen #RIPConnieChiume

Mzansi has lost yet another giant. 2024 has dealt another blow to celebville. We have lost yet another icon. Veteran Actress Connie Chiume has died at age 72. She passed away on Tuesday at Garden City Hospital in Johannesburg, after a period of illness, according to a statement released by her family. Chiume was...

Nokuthula Sibiya Appointed Mangosuthu University of Technology’s New Vice-Chancellor

"I am deeply honoured to lead Mangosuthu University of Technology as its new Vice-Chancellor. This appointment is a collective victory for all women..." Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) is proud to announce the historic appointment of Professor Nokuthula Sibiya as the new Vice-Chancellor, the first woman to hold this esteemed position in the institution's...