South Africans are holding on to hope that Bonang Matheba will be Africaâs first person to host the Miss Universe pageant next weekend. And her gig at the Earthshot Awards ceremony was proof that she is on a world-class level. The media personality co-hosted the awards ceremony â attended by Prince William â alongside actor…
The Earthshot Prize was hosted in Cape Town for the first time and Mzansi couldnât get over the A-listers in attendance. From the looks of the stars who attended to the performances and winners, everything looked amazing. Founded by Prince William and incubated in the Royal Foundation, The Earthshot Prize is a global environmental…
The Johannesburg leg of the âFriends of Amstelâ premium music and lifestyle event promises to be an electrifying experience as it will feature some of the nationâs hottest talents. Following a successful run in Cape Town and Durban, the gatheringâs grand finale will be staged in Jozi on Saturday, November 9. It is set to…
Theatre veterans Lisa Bobbert and Aaron McIlroy as well as Veranda Pandaâs Liam Magner and Jane Magner are taking Durbanites back to the 80s with their newest offering, âRetro Festâ. The high-octane duos will entertain patrons with shows lined up from Wednesday, November 6, to Sunday, November 17, at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre. âRetro Festâ…
Celebrating South Africaâs 30 years of democracy, Jazzart Dance Theatre will bring audiences âFour Frames of Freedomâ, a stirring and compelling dance performance, to the Artscape Theatre on Friday, 15 November, and Saturday, 16 November 2024. IOL is giving away 2 sets of double tickets to the show on November 16 at 19h00. Scroll to…
Multi-Grammy award-winning musician James Bay has performed in several countries but South Africa has not been one of them. That is about to change as he will be in Mzansi next year. The UK artist will perform at Cape Townâs Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens on March 27 and at Marks Park Sports Club in Johannesburg on March…
Sello Maake kaNcube is back on stage for Can Thembaâs powerful tale, âThe Suitâ. The inimitable actor, who has a rich legacy in theatre and television, is a marvel to watch on stage. As someone who takes his craft seriously, the sexagenarian thespian is meticulous when it comes to doing justice to any character he…
Kwesi Arthur and PsychoYP HipHop Africa is proud to announce the inaugural HipHop Africa Fest 2024, set to electrify the continentâs music scene with a powerful celebration of African HipHop. Slated to take place on December 28 at Untamed Empire, Accra, Ghana, this first-of-its-kind festival will feature headliners Kwesi Arthur from Ghana and PsychoYP from…
Cape Ballet Africa is bringing its acclaimed debut program, âSALTâ, to The Drama Factory from this week. Founded by visionary choreographer Debbie Turner, Cape Ballet Africa strives to redefine the boundaries of ballet in South Africa. It seeks to merge deep cultural identity with finely honed technique in a bid to resonate with a diverse…
Like a timeless fragrance many crave, the standout track from J. Reekoâs critically acclaimed âLiquor & LoveSongzâ EP gets a much-awaited flanker! The new release, a remix of âKelewon,â features Wzurd, offering fans a zestier twist on the original Amapiano-Afropop hit. It is available to stream worldwide on music stores here: https://linktr.ee/maybejreeko The…
âI AMâ The latest single from the camp of Ghanaâs sultry-singing breakout artiste BrianKing is officially out. The message is simple and clear yet buried in deep vocal tones that align with the slow-paced Saucedupbeats instrumentals. Opening with the repetitive hum âmoney, money, moneyâŚâ the songâs lyrics reflect a non-conformist mentality. BrianKingâs gravelly-sounding…
Rebbel Ashes has released the official video for his impactful track, âGhetto Revolutionâ, produced by Gomez Beatx and hosted on the Galamsey Riddim by DJ Naycha. The video brings the songâs powerful message to life, showcasing the struggles, unity, and hope of people in disadvantaged communities who are calling for change. The visuals…
Ghanaian rapper and songwriter, Konfidential is out with a new energetic new single and video titled âSounds of the Gengâ Konfidential took the bull by the horn by delivering bars upon bars on this new drop. Listen here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/konfidential2/road-to-konfidential-report âSounds of the Geng was inspired by how great I am as a rapper,…
In an exciting development for fans of the rising Afro-Fusion scene, YungKid Small has officially changed his stage name to Yung Nori. The artist, known for his dynamic flow and catchy beats, announced the transformation on social media, stating that the new name reflects his artistic evolution and personal growth. Yung Nori has…
YoungAllien SJA of Viberz Musik is out eith his latest work. He recently launched a fantastic new song that is bound to captivate your ears. This song not only boasts a catchy tune but also showcases a unique style and impactful lyrical content that resonates with motivational themes. YoungAllien SJA has embarked on…
As a birthday surprise for her fans, Grammy Award-winning R&B singer and songwriter Ella Mai releases her new EP, 3, available on all streaming platforms. Following her critically acclaimed 2022 album, Heart On My Sleeve, the three-track project introduces a fresh chapter for Mai, reinforcing her signature soulful sound and bringing listeners on a journey of…
