R&B royalty is officially headed to South Africa this December. Ndlala Arena has announced that the critically acclaimed Canadian R&B duo dvsn will join the star-studded lineup for the highly anticipated Ndlala Grandeur Season 1. The ambitious four-night music showcase will take place from 16 to 19 December 2026 at
DJ Maphorisa has revealed that a major financial offer to Samthing Soweto was blocked by a breakdown in communication. Speaking on the Podcast and Chill with MacG platform, the prominent music producer disclosed that he and Kabza De Small were eager to include the singer in their historic Scorpion Kings
Amapiano pioneer DJ Maphorisa has opened up about the cutthroat nature of the South African music industry, revealing how he stepped in to rescue his long-time collaborator, Kabza De Small, from a restrictive and low-paying record deal. Speaking during an explosive appearance on Podcast and Chill with MacG, Maphorisa detailed
The road to the 19th Icebolethu Crown Gospel Music Awards officially began with a spectacular All White Party in Durban, where the highly anticipated list of nominees was unveiled. Attended by over 300 gospel artists, media figures, corporate leaders, and social influencers, the elegant evening celebrated both legendary icons and
I knew Owen “Gatsheni” Ndlovu personally to the point where I had the opportunity to be invited to his house in the South of Johannesburg back when I was still working for the Sunday Sun. We rubbed shoulders with Gatsheni to the point that he never called me by my
South African multiplatinum-selling artist and Amapiano heavyweight Mr JazziQ is set to drop a groundbreaking new single titled “Katalia”. Released through ONErpm, the track features an elite collaborative lineup including Thesiix, Don Deeya, Magwe, and Shazz RSA. The upcoming release seamlessly fuses the evolving sounds of electronic music with South
Saudi Film Nights is set to make its inaugural South African presentation this October, offering audiences in Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town a rare window into contemporary Saudi cinema. Running from 8–14 October 2026, the exclusive cultural showcase is presented locally by the Joburg Film Festival (JFF) on behalf of
Acclaimed South African Vocalist Mawhoo is set to bring her signature Secret Garden experience to Durban for the very first time. The highly anticipated event, scheduled for Saturday, 28 November 2026, promises a full-day celebration that seamlessly blends music, culture, fashion, food, and premium live entertainment. The upcoming Durban edition
JOHANNESBURG: The newly established Music Business Awards Africa (MBAA) is set to unveil its inaugural nominees next week as it turns the spotlight on the professionals and organisations working behind the scenes to build Africa’s music industry. The nominees will be announced on Wednesday, (September 23) at a Mercedes-Benz Motus
EAST LONDON: South African entrepreneur, musician and philanthropist Dr Noma Mbeki, popularly known as Queen Noma, is turning to music and youth engagement to promote safer celebrations among learners as the examination season comes to an end. The Dr Noma Mbeki Foundation will launch its Anti-Pens Down Campaign on Friday,
