Fashioning Modern Africanism

The popular soul musician who blew into the local music scene after being discovered by DJ Black Coffee in 2018. Langa Mavuso has since become a house household name for his serenading music.  The singer released his debut EP - Liminal Sketches consisting of six songs in 2018, followed by his latest 12 Tracks Album titled "Langa" Last week Nkosinathi "Langa" Mavuso celebrated his 27th birthday in style over luncheon with close friends. On that day his lover Chef Lentswe Bhengu shared a picture of them together at their joburg home accompanied by an adorable birthday message his boyfriend of 5yrs.  "Happy Birthday my love I am literally the luckiest man alive to have you by my side. Doing this life thing with you is easier with you by my side. You’re an incredible man, a supportive partner and a blessing to me and my family. Thank you for being patient with us and choosing me amongst 6 billion others. This is our 5th birthday together and I’ll be right here next

  NEW TALENT SEARCH 2021 FINALIST ANNOUNCEMENT Established in 1998, this competition serves as a springboard for the designers who enter, with those selected as finalists securing several opportunities for long-term growth. Now in its 22nd year, the New Talent Search is illustrative of the SAFW long-term commitment in the development of our country’s fashion design talent. Designers who display a strong potential for commercial growth are supported through their transition from a young creative business to one which is not only sustainable but will further, aid job creation and contribute to the growth of the local industry and the economic growth of South Africa’s GDP. In addition, the New Talent Search provides invaluable industry insights and the opportunity for successful entrants to showcase their skills whilst connecting with sought-after media, buyers, boutiques, online stores and new clients. There are several financial benefits for the winners, providing essential funds and me

After months of lockdown desolation due to the Covid-19 pandemic, soul music lovers are in for a treat on 21 November 2020 at the Middelburg Banquet Hall in Mpumalanga. An eclectic mix of soulful artists will converge in the Mpumalanga town for a night to remember. They vary from Samthing Soweto, Theo Kgosinkwe, Brian Temba, Presss to Simmy, Blaq Diamond and Encore. DJs on the line up are DJs TBose Mokwele, KK, DJ Emza, Peter. The proceedings will be MCd by comedian Peter Mashata. Tickets cost R250 per person and are available at Computicket. Doors open at 17.00. Alcohol will be sold. In line with the stipulated Coronavirus pandemic regulations of level 1 lockdown, masks will be provided at the door, and social distancing will be enforced and managed with the limited number of tickets on sale. The Middelburg Soulful Night presented by RMM Events is poised to breathe new life into the souls that have been deprived of live music events during the pandemic. For some of the artists in the

I n celebration of reaching its 80-year milestone, KOO brought all the excitement and cheer to South Africans with the virtual celebration this past Saturday. The celebration was hosted by SA’s very own culinary princess, Lorna Maseko who took viewers and food lovers on a never to forget virtual experience, packed with delicious food and gripping entertainment. The day kicked off with a Heritage-inspired culinary experience curated by International Celebrity Chef & Award-Winning Cookbook Author, Lorna Maseko who showcased her versatility and love for good food by whipping up a tasty and hearty menu. Well-known for her ability to create magic in the kitchen, Lorna added a modern twist to some of SA’s most loved traditional meals such as KOOlicious Chakalaka, KOO Beetroot Salad with Feta and toasted almond shavings and of course Dombolo with KOO corn and peas to mark the momentous occasion. KOO is a brand entrenched in South African history and has been part of the South African home

Last week the guys set the stage alight with their performances under the theme “the best cover songs” in this 16 th   edition of Idols SA. Last night, it was the ladies’ turn to belt out their renditions as they vied for a spot in the top 10. “The ladies were absolutely magnificent to watch and the stage is being set for one of the best seasons yet in terms of talent,” said Nomsa Philiso, the director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net. “I really don’t envy the viewers, because this competition is going to be tight. It will be hard to choose a winner. But, I urge them to vote, vote and vote for their favourite contestants.” Jerodine was first to fight for her place in the top 10 with her rendition of ‘ Giving him something he can feel ’ by En Vogue. The judges were unanimous in their praise, with Randall Abrahams saying her performance was good from the start, and that he could see her growing in the competition. “It was a good place to start,” he said. Unathi Nkayi said it was

  South African Fashion Week (SAFW) and Mall of Africa will be launching its recently concluded three-year partnership by staging South Africa’s first hybrid designer collections showcase this year. In recognition of the COVID-19 requirements for social distancing, the ground-breaking fashion event will combine a three-day streaming programme of 26 digital runway shows from 22 – 24 October. This will be followed by the SAFW Trade Show in the Crystal Court at the Mall of Africa with more than fifty designers of mens - and womenswear as well as accessories ranging from footwear and handbags to costume jewellery and millinery from 1 – 3 November and the SAFW Pop Up Shop where fashion lovers will be able to interact and buy directly from all the participating designers from 26 – 28 November, also in the mall’s Crystal Court.   ‘This hybrid combination of both a digital and live fashion experience allows us to navigate the complexities of trading and doing business effectively whilst simult

Theatre Week has seen 31 winners advancing to battle it out for the 2020 Top 16 spots in an intense round that required contestants to focus on their performance while having very little social interaction with their peers. Season 16 Theatre Week had 107 Golden tickets winners battling it out over four hectic days.     “Theatre week is a stage in the competition where viewers get to know their contestants better and to choose their favourites and first round of theatre week was filled with everything to keep the viewers on their edge of the seat – heartbreak, tension and entertainment,” says Nomsa Philiso, the channel director for Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net.   Theatre week day one   It was a nerve-wrecking and disastrous start for some, and a glorious ending for those who showed the tenacity to advance to the next round.   Brendon, who got his golden ticket from the Durban leg of the auditions, was the first contestant to hit the stage. He was nervous that he even forgot his

After an intense judging process and deliberation, the 4 th  Royalty Soapie Awards nominations are in. South African fans geared up to celebrate their favourite stars in the soapie world when the nominees were revealed in a broadcast on Wednesday, 26 August at 18:00 on SABC 1 and streamed live from the RSAs YouTube and Facebook platforms. Hosted by the exceptionally sensational, Winnie Ntshaba and the remarkable comedian, Mpho Popps the nominees' announcement was a display of great possibilities for the entertainment industry as the RSAs took centre stage in an opulent theatre set up.   The nominations announcement was recorded in studio and included commentary by previous Royalty Soapie Awards winners, who gave us insight of the soapie world.   Supported by The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, funding the youth and industry development made possible by the Royalty Soapie Foundation and the National Lotteries Commission, broadcasting channel SABC 1 Mzansi Fo Sho, and make-up

Bursting onto the public sphere as an actor, Thomas Gumede, or “Tommy 2 guns, 2 straps, 2 gats, 2 gals on both ma laps...” as we got to know him on  Forever Young,  is a master storyteller, filmmaker and is incredibly adept at entertainment. Thomas Gumede  has worked in various content capacities for Mzansi Magic in the past ten years, placing him in a unique position to see and be part of the changing nature of South Africa’s television landscape. “It has been literally life changing being part of Mzansi Magic’s content providers,” Thomas Gumede says, “We have changed people’s lives and perspectives on how we control our own narrative and how we tell our own stories.”   Indeed, Thomas Gumede and the pioneering team from Parental Advisory Productions (PAP) have brought in youthful flair to the Mzansi Magic family with some stellar productions.  Throughout the past ten years, Gumede has been a creator, director, presenter and executive producer for numerous local interest channels. The