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Finding her footing: Zolani Mahola says the joyfulness and sense of reclamation so evident in her upcoming album are the product of years of internal work, during which she investigated her own identity and purpose. Photo: Aron Halevi

Zolani Mahola wants to shatter your idea of her

Former Freshlyground lead singer Zolani Mahola opens up about her joyful upcoming album 'People Power', healing after divorce, reconnecting with her ancestors, and reclaiming her…

Dance queen: Lethabo Monametsi is grateful that the discipline that she put in every single opportunity ended up allowing her to eventually find herself on a platforms this big. Photos:
Supplied

When dance finds you: Lethabo Monametsi on making it to ‘Strictly Come Dancing’

From falling in love with dance at 13 to balancing a law degree at Wits, South African dancer Lethabo Monametsi shares her journey to the international ballroom floor on Strictly…

Spring Fiesta brings dance music heavyweights together across five stages

Spring Fiesta returns with an explosive multi-genre lineup across five stages, bringing together South Africa's dance music legends and rising stars in Amapiano, Deep House, Afro…

Jimmy Carr announces South African dates for 'Laughs Funny' tour

British-Irish comedian Jimmy Carr has announced two South African dates in March 2027 for his global 'Laughs Funny' tour, visiting Pretoria and Cape Town.

Flying the flag: For two decades Kuhle Nkosi’s voice travelled further than his name. . . now, with this recognition, he can claim his name among the
stars whose names are known and respected internationally. Photos: Supplied

After 20 years behind the microphone, Kuhle Nkosi gets his international moment

After 20 years in the industry, South African voiceover artist Kuhle Nkosi has won the Best Narrator award at the Finisterra Brazil Film Art & Tourism Festival for his narration…

Talking film: Opening night at the Soweto Film Market 2025 after the screening of the documentary The People And Mental Health with Leddi G. Radebe (left) leading a discussion with the MTV team led by Monde Twala (second from left). Photos: Supplied.

From Soweto to the world, one film at a time

Founded by presenter and actor Thapelo 'Tabz' Motloung, the Soweto Film Market returns for its second edition, connecting emerging filmmakers with distributors, broadcasters, and…

Gig Guide: Gert-Johan Coetzee’s opens first retail boutique, Nádine and Bo release We Are the Fire, Ndu Shezi releases Gugu Lami, Bafunny Bafunny brings the laughs and Comic Con Africa comes to Johannesburg

Discover what is happening in entertainment: Comic Con Africa heads to Joburg, Trevor Noah leads Bafunny Bafunny, Gert-Johan Coetzee opens his first retail boutique, plus fresh…

Homegrown: FNB Stadium might be massive but the energy Scorpion Kings are bringing comes from the intimate spaces where Amapiano was
born. Photos: Supplied

Amapiano Royalty: Scorpion Kings return for their largest show yet at FNB Stadium

Amapiano pioneers Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa reflect on scaling their sound, cultural ownership, and their massive 70,000-capacity Scorpion Kings Live show at FNB Stadium.

Street project: JayJayy’s diversity is reflected in the song. Photo: Supplied

Gig Guide: Zakes Bantwini and Zolani Mahola release an anthem, JayJayy and W4de’s 2SPIN out now and Sobzeen releases Nguni Tales

Explore the latest South African music releases, including an inspiring new anthem from Zakes Bantwini and Zolani Mahola, JayJayy and W4de's collaborative EP '2SPIN', and…

Creatives: Actor Spaces founders Ayanda Sithebe and Felicia Naiwa Sithebe. Photo: Supplied

Actor Spaces at 10, making room for actors and preserving their stories

Marking its 10th anniversary, Actor Spaces has grown into a vital creative hub in South Africa, bridging the gap between training and industry reality while preserving the…

Resigned: S'bo Gyre has freed himself from splitting between boardrooms and studios.

S'bo Gyre has left the boardroom

After years in corporate public relations, South African musician S'bo Gyre resigns from his job to pursue music full-time, releasing his electro pop-rap track 'I Quit (9.2.5)'.

The tribe: Seriously Single Too’s stars, from left, Fulu Modibedi, Buntu Petse, Tumi Morake and Keke Mphuthi. Photos: Netflix

How South African comedy found its audience

As Netflix marks a decade in South Africa, Burnt Onion Productions has transformed local comedy into a global powerhouse by keeping storytelling authentic, culturally specific,…

Lusanda is learning to trust her voice

After going viral on TikTok with soulful covers, multidisciplinary artist Lusanda releases her debut EP 'By The Time I Wake Up' and steps into the spotlight as Spotify’s EQUAL…

The bedroom, the ring light, the upload button: Openserve backs the creators moving South African culture

Openserve has been announced as the headline sponsor for the 2026 South African Social Media Awards, championing digital inclusion and the infrastructure powering South Africa's…

Ten years in, Netflix announces new expansive slate for the rest of 2026

Netflix marks a decade in South Africa with an expansive new slate of local films and series, showcasing the growth and global reach of the country's storytelling.