TSHWANE WELCOMES NEW FLAGSHIP CULTURAL FESTIVAL AT WONDERBOOM NATIONAL AIRPORT AS WONDER FEST TAKES FLIGHT
A new cultural chapter is set to unfold in the capital as Wonder Fest, a first-of-its-kind lifestyle and music festival, makes its debut on Saturday, 7 March 2026 at the iconic Wonderboom National Airport. Positioned as more than just a music event, Wonder Fest introduces a bold new festival experience under the theme “The Flight…
Afro Pop/Soul Powerhouse Zamo Ushers in a New Era with “Buhle Bendvodza” and Forthcoming Album Ihlumile
A new chapter begins today for Afro Pop/Soul powerhouse Zamo as she releases her highly anticipated lead single, Buhle Bendvodza, setting the tone for what promises to be a defining season in her career. The single arrives as the official introduction to her forthcoming album, Ihlumile, scheduled for release on 6 March 2026. Translating to…
KINGSLEY ANNOUNCES MUSIC PUBLISHING DEAL WITH GALLO ALONGSIDE ‘SHOW YOU THE WORLD’ VISUALIZER
Zimbabwean recording artist and songwriter Kingsley has officially has signed a music publishing deal with Gallo Music Publishers, one of the continent’s most established and longest-running independent publishing companies. The agreement marks a defining milestone in Kingsley’s career, not just as a performer, but as a songwriter, producer, and music entrepreneur building for longevity. Structured…
Soweto Design Earns 2026 Soweto Tourism Awards Nomination, A Collective Win for the Culture
After an extensive vetting and verification process, the 2026 Soweto Tourism Awards nominees have been unveiled, spotlighting the businesses, brands, and individuals redefining township tourism and elevating Soweto onto the global stage. Among this year’s crème de la crème is Soweto Design, a brand that has consistently translated township identity into world-class creative expression. For…
10th February is World Pulses Day!
World Pulses Day is celebrated annually on February 10th to recognize the nutritional and environmental benefits of pulses (dried beans, lentils, chickpeas, peas). Established by the UN, this day promotes sustainable agriculture, food security, and healthy diets under the hashtag #LovePulses. The 2025 theme is “Pulses: Bringing diversity to agrifood systems”. Key Aspects of World Pulses Day:…
MYLES SMITH RELEASES NEW SINGLE WITH NIALL HORAN ‘DRIVE SAFE ’
6th February: Myles Smith releases his first single of 2026, ‘ Drive Safe ‘, a special collaboration with Niall Horan. After sparking much anticipation on socials, Myles now officially lifts the curtain on the track, with pre-orders available from today. ‘Drive Safe’ marks the first official collaboration between the two artists – co-written by Myles…
SHODAY UNVEILS HYBRID, A DEFINING DEBUT ALBUM FROM ONE OF AFROBEATS’ MOST DYNAMIC VOICES
After a breakout run that firmly positioned him as one of Afrobeats’ most exciting new voices, Shoday is set to release his debut album, Hybrid, on February 6. The project captures the duality that has come to define his rise: street-rooted yet melodic, confident yet romantic, viral yet intentional. Hybrid arrives at a pivotal moment…
Plugnation Steps In to Steer the Next Era of Amapiano Pioneers Kaygee & Bizizi
As Amapiano continues to dominate dancefloors and global playlists, two of the genre’s earliest architects are preparing for a decisive new chapter. In January 2026, leading creative management and strategic brand platform Plugnation officially announced its appointment as the new management team for Kaygee & Bizizi, signalling a focused and intentional return for the influential…
Lex Hoza, Kid X and Hope Phenye Capture Fleeting Romance on ‘Summer Ties’
Johannesburg-based artist Lex Hoza continues to shape his sonic identity with the release of Summer Ties, a nostalgic new single featuring Kid X and Hope Phenye. Smooth, reflective, and emotionally grounded, the track explores love formed in moments that feel timeless, yet are often shaped by a single season. Summer Ties draws listeners into the…
“Dear Mama”, Made For The Soul And The Dance Floor
A SOULFUL ODE SET TO MOVE HEARTS AND DANCEFLOORS: LATIQUE & DEEP ESSENTIALS RELEASE “Dear MAMA”. In a world driven by rhythm and emotion,DJ and producer LaTique (born Siphesihle Mbanjwa) joins forces with celebrated production duo Deep Essentials to deliver a release that goes far beyond the dancefloor. Their latest single, “Dear Mama,” is aheartfelt…
Trendscend Academy and the Architecture of DJ Excellence in Johannesburg
In Johannesburg’s dense and fast-moving music ecosystem, where access to equipment is easy but structured development is rare, Trendscend Academy has positioned itself as a quiet but consequential force. Less concerned with hype and more invested in process, the academy has steadily built a reputation as a launchpad for DJs and music creatives seeking longevity.…
MrBeast’s Beast Games Blasts Back: Season 2 Premiere Shatters Streaming Records and Goes Viral
MrBeast has done it again, only bigger, louder, and more disruptive than before. The YouTube titan’s reality competition series, Beast Games, returned with explosive momentum as Season 2 premiered on January 7, 2026, exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. Within hours of release, the show wasn’t just trending, it was redefining what a streaming premiere can…
Stogie T: The Architect of Meaning, and the Song That Rewrote South African Hip Hop’s Power Dynamics
In a genre often driven by immediacy, Stogie T (born Boitumelo Molekane) has always operated on a longer timeline. Few artists in African hip hop have managed to balance reverence for tradition with an unflinching interrogation of the present as consistently as he has. With the announcement of ANOMY, Stogie T once again reminds the…
From Passion to Plate: How Palesa M. Sauhatsi Is Redefining Modern Food Culture
South Africa’s food landscape is undergoing a quiet but powerful transformation, one driven by creators who approach cooking as both craft and cultural expression. Among these voices is Plated By Palesa, the culinary brand founded by Palesa M. Sauhatsi, whose work sits at the intersection of flavour, visual storytelling and lifestyle influence. Palesa’s journey into…
Reintroducing Smaki_08: South Africa’s Amapiano Sensation
South African music has always been defined by innovation, cultural pride, and artists who dare to break the mold. Among the new wave of talent pushing the boundaries of urban sound is Smaki_08, whose name is fast becoming synonymous with authenticity, versatility, and sheer musical impact. Real name Comfort Smakaleng Nkonjele, Smaki_08 has already carved…
Continued Value-Led Shift in Alcohol Toward RTDs and Convenient Formats
South Africa’s alcohol market is undergoing a clear recalibration, with value, accessibility, and format convenience emerging as decisive growth drivers. At the centre of this shift are ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages, which continue to outperform adjacent categories as consumers prioritise ease, consistency, and price transparency over experimentation-driven trends. RTDs Cement Their Role as the Growth Engine…
Everton Mlalazi Ushers in a New Year of Worship with “In The Presence 3: Great God”
There is no more fitting way to usher in a new year than through reverence, reflection, and an intentional return to God’s presence. Award-winning gospel minister Everton Mlalazi does exactly that with the release of In The Presence 3: Great God , the third chapter in his deeply respected In The Presence worship series. More…
New-Vehicle Sales Momentum: South Africa’s Auto Market Accelerates into 2026
The South African new-vehicle market closed 2025 on a distinctly positive trajectory, reinforcing new-vehicle sales momentum as a central theme in automotive and economic discourse. A combination of pent-up demand, improved macroeconomic conditions and a surge of value-oriented brands helped deliver strong year-end figures and bullish forecasts for the year ahead. December 2025 Caps Off…
Scoop Makhathini Confirmed as Main Stage Official MC for Milk & Cookies Johannesburg
Johannesburg is set to come alive on 10 January as OG Scoop Makhathini steps in as the Main Stage Official MC for Milk & Cookies at the Expo Centre, Nasrec.A trusted voice in South African culture and entertainment, Scoop Makhathini brings unmatched stage command, sharp crowd engagement, and cultural fluency to one of the country’s…
Netflix “Top 10” Binge Cycles
Netflix’s Top 10 chart in South Africa is once again revealing a familiar but telling pattern: global franchises continue to dominate attention, while strategically placed regional titles inject local relevance and social heat. It’s a cycle driven less by long-term viewing habits and more by short, intense bursts of conversation, where memes, timelines, and group…
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