Category: Entertainment

By Motshwari Mo Mofokeng | The future of the Cultural and Creative Industries Federation of South Africa (CCIFSA) is now uncertain following the establishment of a new artists’ movement that asserts it will take over the representation of creatives nationwide. During the week, the newly established Artist United (AU) officially unveiled its inaugural provincial leadership […]

By Motshwari Mo Mofokeng | An act of online solidarity has seen South Africans rally behind a young learner from Thembalethu Primary School in the Western Cape, after an influencer helped raise more than R30,000 for the child who allegedly could not afford a R40 school pie day. The campaign was initiated by social media […]

By Motshwari Mo Mofokeng | South African visual activist and photographer Zanele Muholi has been announced as the 2026 recipient of the esteemed Hasselblad Award, which is widely seen as the largest and most prestigious photography prize in the world. The news was met with joy at the Market Photo Workshop, where Muholi is an […]

By Motshwari Mo Mofokeng At the age of 50, Black Coffee is recognized as one of South Africa’s most significant musical exports,a trailblazer who has propelled the essence of local house music onto the international scene.Born Nkosinathi Maphumulo in Durban, the Grammy-winning DJ and producer marks his milestone“fifth floor” birthday today, signifying not just a […]

By Motshwari Mo Mofokeng The launch of the inaugural Durban Indian Film Festival has been hailed as a milestone for cultural exchange, but industry insiders say the initiative also raises questions about how much it will benefit South Africa’s struggling local film sector. The three-day festival, scheduled for March 26 to 28 at Suncoast CineCentre, […]

By Motshwari Mo Mofokeng South Africa commemorated the 94th birthday of struggle icon Miriam Makeba on Wednesday, reflecting on her enduring legacy as both a musical pioneer and fearless activist. Affectionately known as Mama Africa, Makeba’s birthday arrives with poignant historical resonance. This year also marks five decades since her powerful 1976 address to the […]

By Motshwari Mo Mofokeng A feeling of pride and tradition filled Mdumezulu in Mbumbulu as Nkosinathi Maphumulo honored his daughter, Aneliswa Maphumulo, during a royal ceremony that appreciated her good behavior and respect in the royal home. The event attracted important members of the Linduzulu Royal House, like Queen Dr Jane Thandekile MaNdlovu and Prince […]

By Linda Ximba It is alleged that radio and TV personality Kini Shandu is being earmarked to join Ukhozi FM, with sources inside the national broadcaster suggesting his name has been circulating in the station’s corridors for some time. Insiders claim that Kini has been on the radar of decision-makers at the Durban-based powerhouse, with […]