Fashioning Modern Africanism

                        Johannesburg, South Africa  – With Africa Day approaching later this month, TRACE Africa today confirmed its new brand direction to increase airplay of the best and freshest Southern African music on the channel.   In a further commitment to remain at the forefront of entertainment trends and movements, TRACE Africa plans to launch a differentiated, memorable and unexpected music experience for their audiences, with an injection of more homegrown hits. The offering: a  brand new tone of voice and direction to be ' t he pulse of Mzansi streets'. And a lot more local music!   Also as a dedication to the celebration of the streets of Mzansi and the launch of the new brand repositioning, TRACE Africa will be hosting their first music takeover this year.   ‘THE TRACE AFRICA TAKE OVER  will take place at the Altitude Beach in Fourways next Saturday, 22 nd  May and will feature some of South Africa’s finest headliners including:   BOITY BLACK MOTION LEMON AND H

The rightful heir to the township   celebration throne is back to claim its rightful place – and just in time to kick off the festive season fun times! Smirnoff 1818 is staging its first immersed experience on Saturday, 30 November 2019, at the Walter Sisulu Square in Kliptown, Soweto. Zone 1818 appreciates township culture by telling authentic stories and celebrating the trends inspired by our townships. Whether it’s a graduation ceremony in Soweto, a chill session in Khayelitsha or a traditional ceremony eTembisa, Smirnoff 1818 has always been there to aid in the good times in township households. Now it’s here to pay homage For Then, For Now and For Whatever is next in South Africa’s music and entertainment industry. The music extravaganza will be led by the award-winning rapper KO and  ol’skool  favourite Thebe.  Included in the line-up will be the new wave of rappers, singers, DJs and lyricists Nadia Nakai, Killer Kau, PH, DNB Gogo, Major League, Boity and a w