The Time of the Writer Festival returns with a bold hybrid vision, using literature to challenge power, amplify voices and reconnect communities across borders
At 23, the singer-songwriter is shaping South African music on her own terms, blending beats, introspection and a fearless sense of self
From launching a modelling academy to discovering global talent, Seboko’s journey reaches new heights at Paris Fashion Week
A daring duo turn a humble bathtub into a stage for sensual acrobatics, aerial feats and playful humour in the latest show at Zingara’s Cape Town spiegeltent
Through Soraya’s journey, Cape Fever explores identity, resilience and the hidden histories of Cape Malays in post-war South Africa
Decades on, Kwame Nkrumah’s speeches read like a roadmap for Africa’s present challenges, from trade and unity to economic independence
From jazz legends to amapiano pioneers, CTIJF 2026 reflects a festival evolving with the times while remaining rooted in its rich cultural legacy
A powerful reflection on how Isitha Sabantu channels Fanon’s radical thought into a deeply political, emotionally resonant theatre of resistance and remembrance
Overlooked women composers are finally given their due as Wakkerstroom’s 2026 festival spotlights music long sidelined by history and patriarchy
Filmmakers Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler both made history on Oscars night, with their films and performances earning big wins across key categories.
The 19th South African Film and Television Awards honoured actors, filmmakers and productions driving the country’s screen industry
Two major jazz festivals. One weekend. The Western Cape’s music scene braces for an unusual clash between a global brand and a local institution.
As Canal+ takes control of MultiChoice, the end of the African streaming service highlights growing fears that South African storytelling is becoming dependent on foreign media giants
A Grammy-nominated Zulu ballet production is captivating audiences in London’s West End, blending music inspired by Joseph Shabalala, dance and storytelling into an immersive celebration of South African culture
What begins as a search for the right dress for a difficult goodbye becomes a window into the heart and purpose behind Me&B, a South African label celebrating comfort, confidence and inclusivity
From my balcony overlooking the Atlantic to dinners at Figo, my stay at The Cole in Sea Point was one to savour and remember
A haunting journey into Angola’s wild highlands, ‘Ghost Elephants’ follows Steve Boyes and KhoiSan master trackers as they search for a mythical elephant
The 2026 Joburg Film Festival concludes with Silent Rebellion winning Best Feature Film and a diverse group of filmmakers recognised across nine award categories.
A hybrid of documentary and drama, The Voice of Hind Rajab brings the chilling real recordings of a child trapped in Gaza to the Joburg Film Festival
Nobantu Vilakazi cements her solo era with ‘Abafana Base Goli’, a bold anthem blending township truth and irresistible grooves
Manyaku Mashilo transforms memory and ancestry into expansive, layered canvases where spiritual landscapes, historical archives and women’s journeys converge
Government’s proposed labour reforms could finally extend employee protections to South Africa’s creative workforce but unions warn the real work starts now
Koketso Mohlala challenges Western beauty standards and shines a global spotlight on authentic African craftsmanship
This reflective review revisits the political courage and quiet influence that made Sally Motlana indispensable to the liberation struggle
MultiChoice, part of Canal+ SA, has announced it will discontinue Showmax after a strategic review found the streaming platform’s mounting losses unsustainable in an increasingly competitive global market; but jobs are safe
The actor, comedian, playwright and presenter leaves a legacy of humour, storytelling and decades of work across theatre, television and radio
Zamo Mkhwanazi’s striking debut film blends family drama, apartheid oppression and blistering music into a defiant film that refuses to lower its volume
Stogie T’s Metro FM nod for ‘Four Horsemen’ marks a milestone collaboration bridging eras and reaffirming hip-hop’s respect for elite craftsmanship
Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026 returns to Pretoria this March, transforming the SunBet Arena into an immersive collision of music, fashion and art that celebrates the bold future of South African creativity