Like many great things in life, the Piano Fest weekend experience in Sun City was imperfectly perfect. I for one was the first to mess up as I was late by 30 on the morning of the pick up, but it turned out I wasn’t late actually (look up the concept of Africa time). I... Continue Reading →
SCORPION KINGS LIVE ANNOUNCES A VIBRANT PRE-SHOW LINEUP
The countdown to Scorpion Kings Live continues with an exciting announcement of an explosive pre-show lineup set to get fans moving long before the Scorpion Kings take to the stage on 19 September 2026. Bringing together some of the biggest names across Amapiano, hip-hop, house, Bacardi and Maskandi, the pre-show promises to turn the day into a full-scale celebration of... Continue Reading →
ROOTED FEST 2026 BRINGS MUSIC, CULTURE AND CONSCIOUS LIVING TO SUIKERBOSRAND NATURE RESERVE
Under the theme “Leave No Trace”, a new Gauteng festival experience brings together music, food, culture and conscious living in the heart of nature.  This September, the breathtaking landscape of Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve will become the backdrop for a new South African festival experience as Rooted Fest 2026 makes its debut on Saturday, 26 September... Continue Reading →
Savanna – The Bev That Makes You Laugh With Trevor
Savanna Serves SA's Festival of Comedy Captained by Trevor Noah South Ahh is short of material. From taxi-window commentary to group-chat analysis and the everyday plot twists we somehow survive with a smile, this country knows how to turn real life into comedy. Our streets are the ultimate writers' room for comedians. South Africa is... Continue Reading →
Investigation puts Optasia under scrutiny
By Staff Reporter A three-month investigation into the operations of Johannesburg-listed fintech company Optasia in Nigeria and elsewhere on the African continent is expected to bring renewed scrutiny to the company as it faces a regulatory battle over its role in Nigeria’s airtime and data-credit market. South Africa-based investigative journalist Karim Adeyemi said his investigation... Continue Reading →
Celebrating Creative Voices
THE SOUTH AFRICAN VOICEOVER AWARDS RETURNS FOR ITS SECOND ANNUAL CELEBRATION The 2nd Annual South African Voiceover Awards (TSVA) returns on Saturday, 10 October 2026, celebrating the exceptional voices that shape South Africa's media and entertainment industry. Founded by acclaimed voiceover artist, Top Billing presenter and creative entrepreneur, Sinemivuyo Mpulu. The awards continue to recognise the professionals... Continue Reading →
Skillz Releases Visuals for “PHUMELELA”
South African DJ, producer and recording artist Skillz is set to unveil the music video for “Phumelela,” featuring Simmy and Zeh McGeba, on Friday, 28 August 2026, with an exclusive premiere on Trace TV. The release is presented through gamma. Following the commercial and viral success of “Mamma” with Zee Nxumalo and Sykes, “Phumelela” marks Skillz next major push as a lead artist, pairing... Continue Reading →
Celina Sharma Releases her EP “CHAPTER 2”
International pop artist Celina Sharma today releases her highly anticipated five-track EP, Chapter 2, available now via gamma., following the strategic partnership between ERA Music and the US-based music and media company. With more than 250 million total streams and 625,000 monthly listeners, the 24-year-old Sydney-born, London based artist enters a new era with a project that moves beyond her early pop sound, exploring... Continue Reading →
Books – The Untouchables
South Africa is one of the most beautiful and amazing countries you can ever live in or visit in the world, but just like many other countries around the world, it is affected by crime and corruption. If you have been following the Madlanga Commission over the past few months, you will have seen the... Continue Reading →
Dr Moruti Releases Album “WE WILL DANCE”
South African producer, DJ and sonic architect Dr Moruti enters a new chapter with We Will Dance, a deeply personal album set for release on 28 August 2026 via gamma. Inspired by the realities of life, We Will Dance explores resilience, faith, hope and the determination to find positivity even during difficult seasons. The album reflects Dr Moruti’s recent journey, including the challenges he has faced... Continue Reading →
Mnqobi Yazo Releases Album “INDLELA”
South African artist, producer, songwriter and composer Mnqobi Yazo enters a new chapter with INDLELA, his forthcoming album set for release on 28 August 2026 through gamma. Meaning “the journey”, Indlela is a reflection of Yazo’s evolution not only as an artist, but as a person. The album explores the experiences that shape a life and the emotions that come with them, moving through love, heartbreak,... Continue Reading →