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Manana performs during his Mending Broken Hearts Tour in Pretoria, where fans sang along to his music and welcomed him back to a city he says gave him a chance early in his career. Credit: @iamkwame_
MUSIC

Manana returns to Pretoria, where the music feels personal

Singer-songwriter Manana reflects on growth, emotional honesty, and the vibrant space for alternative sounds in South Africa during his Mending Broken Hearts Tour stop in Pretoria.

  • Amahle Banda
4 min read
Sheer vocal force: Simphiwe Dana is an interpreter, a conjurer and an artist capable of moving people with her voice. Photo: Bayanda Mthimkulu
LIVE MUSIC

Three nights. Three artists. One feeling: Live music is back

Three sold-out nights, three distinct artists, and three unforgettable experiences in Cape Town confirm one thing: live music is back. Audiences are trading everyday treats for…

  • Unathi Kondile
7 min read