Fashioning Modern Africanism

Known for his charisma and impressive acting chops, the versatile and multitalented Lawrence Maleka will be adding another prestigious gig to his profile – as the presenter of the new season of  Big Brother Mzansi season 3 .   Big Brother Mzansi  will premiere on Sunday 23 January 2022 live on DStv Channel 161 Mzansi Magic. Beloved by many for his portrayal of Zolani on the hit 1Magic telenovela  The River ,  the SAFTA winner is also a celebrated TV presenter and host, having previously hosted Africa Magic Entertainment’s  StarGist , Mzansi Magic’s  Clash of the Choirs  and co-hosted the 2021 South African Music Awards, among others. “I’m excited to be part of this installment of  Big Brother Mzansi . The franchise has become a massive phenomenon in African as well as South African pop culture, and I’m happy to join in the fun as a presenter. The fan base is huge and massively loyal – it’s an honour to be part of such a fantastic production,” says Maleka. Shirley Adonisi, recently appo

In celebration of their new addition,  proudly South African luxury beverage - Giovanni MCC  introduce it's newest range of blends to their MCC Family. The celebration is reeled in with a one of a kind holiday specials to set the tone for this delectable blends of locally produced bubbles to enjoy during the festive season. Giovanni MCC is produced  locally and crafted by Karusa Vineyards in Cape Town, the home of best wines worldwide. I mean, who doesn't know that South African wines are the best.  The difference between MCC and champagne is that the term "champagne" is reserved for wine made from grapes harvested in Champagne, France. Both wines rely on the traditional French fermenting process, which is labour intensive, time consuming and entirely reliant on handpicking only the best grapes to ensure exceptional quality and optimal purity of the fruit.  Méthode Cap Classique( MCC), is South Africa's bubbly  equivalent to France's champagne. Teacheable mome

Shouldn't this be the headline mara? Social media influencer and Deejay Sithelo Shozi is left with an egg on her face after boyfriend and baby daddy of two of her three children Andile Mpisane goes to ask for another woman's hand in marriage. News of the engagement come after videos of Andile proposing to model Tamia Louw now Mpisane at a private event last night. Well the proposal was definitely for show, the real deal was the engagement party, because Tamia had already said YES to Andile. Reality is Sithelo is 27 years old with 3 kids, she must relax and enjoy the baby mama allowance she will be entitled to until kids are 18 years and she will always be associated with the Mpisane and Mkhize's for life. She must kick herself in the butt for her lack of vision as she could've been the ONE. Tamia 25,  is also rumoured to be pregnant with Andile's child or children (it could be twins, who knows). Andile's totolosi seems to be doing a good job in making babies, sa

 After a year of eager anticipation Season Premiere of  Kickin it with Kim Jayde  officially drops on YouTube this Wednesday evening at 6pm. “It’s a fresh show about sneaker culture - with superstar guests and we are giving away over 25k worth of kicks! What’s not to love?!” - Kim Jayde   Directed, produced and hosted by the Multi-award winning tv host and business entertainment entrepreneur Kim Jayde, the proudly local show is back for another exciting season for sneaker fanatics around the continent.   ‘Kickin it with Kim Jayde’  brings together some of the top sneaker lovers in the industry, while shining a new light on some of your favourite celebrities and taste makers!    The season premiere stars special guest  BLXCKIE Somnyam a. With a debut album on every playlist, and the recently awarded 2021 Best Freshman of the Year at the SA Hip Hop Awards, there’s no denying his talent. We learn more about the Durban born artist’s career and hear him answer fun questions about his first

Khanyi Mbau ( Unmarried ,   Happiness Ever After ) has landed the biggest role of her career: she’s joining the record-breaking Showmax Original telenovela,   The Wife,  in the Season 2 lead role of Zandile The Resolute, playing the wife of Nkosana (fan-favourite Mondli Makhoba), the leader of the Zulu brothers’ crime family.   Eagle-eyed fans of the hit show, which has topped Twitter every Thursday since its launch, will get their first glimpse of Khanyi as Zandile in Thursday’s episodes.    While she does feature again - and more prominently - in Season 1, she’ll take centre stage in Season 2, which premieres on Showmax in February 2022, and will be inspired by Dudu Busani-Dube’s bestselling novel  Zandile The Resolute .  "Season 2 is told through the eyes of uZandile,” says Stained Glass showrunner Gugu Ncube-Zuma ( eHostela ,  Ifalakhe ). “We'll be exploring Nkosana and Zandile's love story and finding out more about their history. We'll get to know Zandile as the

  Netflix has parted the waves to reveal the trailer for Triggerfish’s third animated feature, Seal Team . This feature will be available to stream from 31st December 2021.  Seal Team is the story of Quinn, a seal who spends his days relaxing in the sun, splashing in the beautiful waters off the coast of Cape Town, and swimming for his life from Great White Sharks. When he decides it’s time for the food chain to bite back, Quinn recruits a ragtag team of like-minded seals brave, stupid, and crazy enough to try and teach those sharks a lesson.  The all-star cast is far from wet behind the ears. Jessie T. Usher (A-Train in The Boys ) stars as Quinn, opposite the likes of Oscar winner J.K. Simmons ( Invincible ), Emmy winner Matthew Rhys ( The Americans ), Emmy nominee Kristen Schaal (Mabel in Gravity Falls ), and four-time Annie Awards nominee Patrick Warburton (Joe Swanson in Family Guy ), as well as South African stars Sharlto Copley ( District 9 ) and John Kani (Rafiki in The Lion Kin

The longest, and most insane of years is coming to an end. Finally!   It’s been a long year and a lot has happened – it is understandable that, with end of year fatigue in the mix, you may be tired, irritable, and overwhelmed. But worry not – Summer is here! And only one thing should occupy your mind – Relaxation!   Doing so may mean engaging in simple and less costly tasks, such as experiencing and discovering Mzansi’s majestic open spaces, sun-soaked coasts, bucket-list activities, and its finest hidden gems, via a Sho’t Left.   Here are some of the best ways, to help you find a touch of much-needed relaxation, away from the busy city life:   2021 Mpumalanga Girls Trip | Hazyview, Mpumalanga Embark on a journey with your girls and make lasting memories, this summer. This time, all roads lead to Mpumalanga, Hazyview; a place of unsurpassed wide-open African beauty and with one of the most geographical diverse places in Mzansi.   Harties Quick Escape Day Tour   | Hartbeespoort, North W

The owner and founder of Podcast and Chill, Macgyverr MacG Mukwevho came out guns blazing this past Monday as if someone touched him on his studio. What made him particularly pissed were the assertions made via an Instagram video by Actress and television presenter Amanda du-Pont.    In the video Amanda is speaking out against Molemo Jub-jub Maarohanye, alleging that she was raped in the 2 years they were supposedly in a relationship together. But it does not end there, Amanda went on calling on other women abused by Jub-jub as well as MacG.    The Latter is partly why Mister Podcast and chilled was aggravated and I understand why. You see on the video MacG is made to look like he has somewhat forcefully and sexually interacted with girls. You can also allude no, depending on your interpretation. But I for one, I will not sit here and say I did not think that’s what she meant.   Does MacG have the right to be angry to a point of involving lawyers? NO! he does not, NO! he should not. He

The popular Slow Market has moved to the Nederburg winery in Paarl. A civic institution and favourite attraction for tourists and locals over the course of 13 years, the original gourmet food market in Stellenbosch has influenced many small entrepreneurs’ lives and has grown multiple well-loved brands from humble beginnings. To celebrate its new home in Paarl, young and old market lovers were invited for a deep-dive into utter deliciousness by making their way there for a vibey night market experience on Friday, 10 December, with another taking place this coming Friday, on the 17 th , just before Christmas.  The market’s normal trading hours are Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 to 15:00, while the duo of night markets start at 17:00 and run until 21:00. Please note, the market will  not  operate on the weekends of Christmas and New Year.    Expect an inspiring array of street food cooks, artisans, florists, grocers, jewellers, slow food and locally-made products. Greet old favourites li

WATCH four emerging designers compete for the sought-after title of AFI Fastrack - Young Designer of the Year 2021. This six-part mini-series provides an inside-look into the workings of the South African fashion industry, with designers participating in three challenges to win the creative affections of viewers - their most crucial judge.   Airing weekly on YouTube, every Monday and Tuesday from 6 December until 21 December, African Fashion International (AFI) presents a thrilling stand-off of fashion. Young designers are competing for a share of a total cash prize of R100 000, with the winner taking 50% and the remainder shared amongst the runners-up as start-up capital to invest in their brand and an exclusive retail opportunity with AFI’s House of Nala concept store.   Challenging designers to stretch their creativity toward trends that reflect our current climate, the Fastrack runway is a showcase of affordable sustainability, power looks that embolden an evolving work-life balanc

Patrick Joseph is an International bespoke lifestyle and fashion brand based in the UK,  Founded by Kwa-zulu Natal born Fashion Designer - Patrick Mhlanga. This past Sunday afternoon, Patrick announced on an interview with yours truly that he's set to debut in South Africa with a collection of bespoke casual and street wear fashion line. The Patrick Joseph brand, known for its flexibility and agility in catering to both men and women's ready to wear fashion pieces, launched in 2011 after Mhlanga turned his passion for design and tailoring into a bespoke clothing line which later hit various runways including the London fashion week in 2019.  Mhlanga served time in the British Army and studied MSc in Business Management before breaking into fashion. He has become one of the most influential emerging fashion designer's in Great Britain with Patrick Joseph featuring in major fashion magazines including Drapers and Fab magazine UK.                         " I am so proud t

  iYA, born Nkhosiyabongwa Dlamini modest of her innate gift of voice Dlamini holds close the passion and love for music. Her voyage on the music road began when she became a member of a band formed with friends which was dubbed; “The Afroctaves”. The group saw great strides and made it to the semi finals in a national competition; T55 Nation Talent Search.  iYa has been nurturing her talent by evoking the lyricist inside her, by virtue of numerous collaborations and hours of studio time.  Simplistic and natural in approach, iYA’s sound is a blend of soul R&B, modern contemporary jazz, urban soul and new age neo soul. She attributes  gospel and the 90’s nostalgia. Though Eswatini is our Mzansi’s closest neighbour, it is worth mentioning that iYA was born and raised in this luxuriously green magical kingdom.                                                                 Listen Here Fast Forward to 2021 where the world finally started seeing some hope for recovery after the troublin