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Thami Dish is still making room for queer voices
Almost two decades since founding the Feather Awards, Thami Dish Willis reflects on the journey from knocking on doors for sponsorship to building an enduring institution…
Sisonke Xonti finds his way back to the light
Acclaimed saxophonist Sisonke Xonti reflects on fatherhood, family loss, and finding resilience as he returns with his third studio album, uKholo.
An African city takes centre stage at this year’s Reel to Reality Film Festival
Returning for its sixth edition across Johannesburg and Cape Town, the Reel to Reality Film Festival explores 'An African City' with a bold lineup of screenings, retrospectives,…
Langa Mavuso is on the other side of grief
Marking a decade in music, award-winning singer Langa Mavuso releases ‘Therapy: The Other Side’, shifting from mourning and heartbreak to joy, abundance, and theatrical stagecraft.
Court lifts witness reporting ban in AKA and Tibz murder
The Durban High Court has amended its media restrictions, permitting journalists to report and broadcast witness testimony in the murder trial of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello…
Freddie Jackson, R&B singer behind Rock Me Tonight, dies at 70
Acclaimed American R&B and soul singer Freddie Jackson, best known for timeless hits including 'Rock Me Tonight' and 'You Are My Lady', has died at the age of 70.
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…
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.
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…
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…
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.
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…