Latest articles on Die Antwoord

Twitter responds to Die Antwoord member’s Suicide Squad rant

Article Mg Online & Staff Reporter - 11 Aug 2016

Users of the social media platform have called the duo out for cultural appropriation.

Tribute: Peter Makurube, the gentle revolutionary

Article Nicky Blumenfeld - 16 Apr 2015

Nicky Blumenfield writes about her friend and mentor, the late Peter Makurube whose dedication to South African arts made a significant impact.

Blackface, white guilt, grey area

Article bogdan TagDiv - 22 Jan 2015

Awareness of cultural appropriation is much more widespread but for some white South African musicians it’s a rejection of Afrikaner stereotypes.

Eleven SA music acts making waves overseas

Article bogdan TagDiv - 25 Sep 2014

From Die Antwoord to Black Coffee and John Wizards, here are 11 music acts garnering critical acclaim internationally.

We’re all just a little bit over Die Antwoord

Article bogdan TagDiv - 5 Feb 2014

Die Antwoord’s videos are becoming passé and their one-liners stale. And I say this as a former die-hard fan.

M&G Newsroom: DA divorce and a misbehaving Ninja

Article Staff Reporter - 3 Feb 2014

Join Kwanele Sosibo and Deshnee Subramany as they give you the latest breaking news and analysis of the biggest stories this week.

M&G Newsroom: Has Ninja lost his way?

Podcasts Staff Reporter - 3 Feb 2014

We try get a better understanding of what's going on with Ninja of Die Antwoord, after reports of bad behaviour on the set of Neill Blomkamp's film.

Die Antwoord’s ‘Cookie Thumper’ set to cause a stir

Article bogdan TagDiv - 18 Jun 2013

SA's zef rap-rave crew have released their latest music video, a love story with an ending that is sure to shock.

Video killed the radio star: Die Antwoord eats Lady Gaga

Article bogdan TagDiv - 17 Oct 2012

Turning down Lady Gaga's request to be her opening act during one of her tours wasn't enough for Die Antwoord, they had to have her eaten alive.

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Mask rules are not meant to ‘criminalise’ the public

Sarah Smit - 13 Jul 2020

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Yvonne Chetty: a passion for an efficient public sector and mentoring

special reports - 13 Jul 2020

'Being affiliated to a professional body such as SAICA makes providing expert guidance and support to my colleagues that much easier'

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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow

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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date

Special Reports

Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA

Staff Reporter - 8 Jul 2020

SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations

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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities

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Cheque value bundles – real value

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities

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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket

special reports - 6 Jul 2020

In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners

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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised

special reports - 3 Jul 2020

SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector