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Music, art and men’s involvement can prevent the deaths of women like Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei

Activists, governments and organisations, local and international, are working to end gender-based violence but theatre, song lyrics and street art can also be used

Footloose: Whether it’s whirling dervishes or stadiums filled with people dancing to their favourite bands, movement is joyful medicine . Photo: Mireya Acierto/Getty Images

Lose yourself in dance and music to heal

People often rely on antidepressant medicine alone, when the power of collective song and dance is a neglected channel for increased endorphins, dopamine and lowered cortisol

Take note: In Tutu Puoane’s music, time and pace is everything. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

Tutu Puoane back on the South African stage after two years away

She may have left South Africa more than 20 years ago, but this jazz singer is still firmly rooted in her heritage

I believe I’m talking for the generation of today and tomorrow

Slikour refuses to remove ‘Blacks Are Fools’ song

Hip hop artist Slikour says he will not remove his song "Blacks are Fools" from the internet despite coming under fire from many South Africans.

Malema meets expulsion appeals deadline

Presenters’ suspensions for anti-Malema song ‘disappointing’

The Freedom of Expression Institute has called the SABC’s suspension of two Ukhozi FM presenters for playing an anti-Malema song ‘disappointing’.

Aussie band Men At Work told to pay for song rip-off

Australian band Men At Work were ordered to pay 5% of profits from iconic hit <i>Down Under</i> for ripping off Girl Guide ditty <i>Kookaburra</i>.

Mistaken identity (Photo Archive)

Mistaken identity

The Tutus describe themselves as "a little pop ‘n roll kwela disco punk band from Pretoria" and their songs are finely drawn vignettes.