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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_

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.

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Ma-Afrika Setona is making her own way in Hollywood

After facing early rejection at age 13, South African filmmaker Ma-Afrika Setona moved to Los Angeles, earned a BAFTA-nominated thesis film, and is now developing her debut…

TEEKS on modern masculinity, Māori heritage and his first South African Tour

Acclaimed Māori soul singer TEEKS opens up ahead of his debut South African tour, discussing ancestral roots, decolonising modern masculinity, and the healing power of live music.

TEAMWORK: Partners in life and filmmaking Norman Maake and Zinzi
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How ‘Sebata’ found the beast within

Filmmakers Norman Maake and Princess Zinzi Mhlongo reveal how their award-winning supernatural crime thriller, Sebata: The Beast, captures authentic African horror on the streets…

Balancing Act: TV series Critical but Stable is the new production from Barkers Media on Mzansi Magic adapted from a novel of the same name by Angela Makholwa. Photos: Supplied

Anatomy of an adaptation

South African literature is fuelling a vibrant television renaissance, as producers transform acclaimed local novels like Angela Makholwa's Critical But Stable into compelling,…

Celeste Ntuli, pictured, and Siphelele "Pele Pele" Mchunu will host the show. Photo: Supplied

Gig Guide: Crowned: The Comedy Shutdown hits The Market Theatre, Easy Freak releases Only Like You Do and Mahikeng FM launches #MakeMaftownGreatAgain

Explore the latest in local culture with a comedy showdown at The Market Theatre, Mahikeng FM's creative economy initiative, and Easy Freak's latest single.

Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80

Country music icon and global philanthropist Dolly Parton has died in Nashville at the age of 80 following a brief battle with cancer.

A tribute to Dolly Parton: The voice that bridged worlds and touched hearts forever

Country music icon, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a globally cherished legacy and a special bond with South Africa.

FASHIONISTA: David Tlale, 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards winner for outstanding fashion and textile designer.

South African Arts honoured at the National Arts and Culture Awards

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture celebrated South Africa's top creative talent at the 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) held at Sun City Resort, honouring…

Slum Village are heading to SA for the Back to the City International Festival

Iconic Detroit hip-hop group Slum Village is set to perform at Johannesburg's Back to the City International Festival, bringing the legendary sound of J Dilla and T3 to South…

 Tyla was honoured with the AfriPure International Achievement Award.

Sama32 celebrates South Africa’s musical excellence, diversity and global influence

The 32nd South African Music Awards (Sama32) concluded its Homecoming Edition at Sun City, honouring the rich diversity and evolution of South African music over two nights. The…

Hope Mareka

Some of the most influential voices are never the ones holding the microphone. Hope Mareka has built her career behind the scenes, shaping the conversations, stories and cultural…

Romantha Botha

Romantha Botha believes the most powerful stories are often the ones people are reluctant to tell. Throughout her career, she has gravitated towards subjects that challenge…

Nqanawe Shangase

Nqanawe Shangase is proving that South African cinema does not need permission to thrive. The self-taught filmmaker, writer-director, producer and founder of in-cine-uation has…

Seputla Sebogodi: A tribute to a giant of South African stages and screens

The South African entertainment industry is in mourning over the loss of one of its most enduring and versatile talents. Seputla “Steez” Sebogodi, the acclaimed actor and…

South African cinema is embracing stories that don't fit into one box

If there is one thing this month's line-up of South African films proves, it's that local cinema has stopped trying to be one thing. For years, South African films were often…

Peach van Pletzen is balancing the joy and the dread

South African music maestro Peach van Pletzen discusses his group Van Pletzen's new album 'Benaaihilism', a maximalist electronic dance music anthem. He shares insights into his…

Gig Guide: Somi releases Sometimes Love, Woza Albert! returns to The Market Theatre, Lady Zamar returns with First Class and Mandisi Dyantyis brings Symphony to Montecasino

Dive into the latest in South African arts and culture! Somi teases her new album with 'Sometimes Love', Lady Zamar celebrates joy with 'First Class', and the iconic 'Woza…

From Kaya’s Founding Vision to a Fresh New Chapter

DJ Fresh's highly anticipated arrival at Kaya 959's breakfast show marks a significant moment for South African radio, reflecting the station's ambition to connect culture,…

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‘The Polygamist’ is top-tier trash TV that burns itself out

Dive into a no-holds-barred review of 'The Polygamist', the 22-episode telenovela that promises shock and awe but ultimately leaves viewers emotionally drained. Discover why this…