Fashioning Modern Africanism

The 17th South African Traditional Music Awards (SATMA) happened this past Saturday on October 1st at Mbombela Stadium, in Mpumalanga. T h e ceremony was suppose to be all glitz and glamour, but the red carpet prepared for the venue was such a mess and disorganised.  Guest's at the Red Carpet  The gorgeous guests from all over the country came looking stunning in designer garments and traditional attires that never made it to the red carpet extravaganza. The Red Carpet Host, Tsholo Maseko arrived late whilst almost everyone and some of the special guests have already been seated at their respective tables.  Special VIP guest's and nominees were disappointed as  the evening turned out to be a waste of their precious time.  "What was suppose to be the celebratory evening of honouring the winners of the prestigious awards turn out to be a flop. The organisers of the ceremony must be shameful for how they actually handled the event. We were served cold food which looked like i

CELEBS HELPS RAISE FUNDS TO SEND SPECIAL OLYMPICS SA NATIONAL TEAM TO THE WINTER GAMES IN RUSSIA      With a growing participant list of over 170 South African celebrities, well know personalities, media and industry players who have committed to plunge, the 5 th  annual Special Olympics South Africa Polar Plunge marks the biggest since its inception in 2017. With 5 days to go, the organization today officially announced the ‘final’ list of plungers participating this year. Funds raised will support the 2021 Special Olympics South Africa (SOSA) National Team who will be competing in the 2023 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Russia. The Winter Games have been postponed to January 2023 due to pending wave 4 concerns globally. The Polar Plunge is an annual Special Olympic South Africa fundraising event, which has received overwhelming support from media, celebrities and corporate South Africa over the past four years. Participants commit to taking the “plunge” into a pool with 5 ton

Johannesburg, 6 August 2021: M-Net and Mr Somizi Mhlongo met to discuss his role on Idols SA in light of the allegations made against him by his estranged husband Mohale Motaung. According to then statement released today by The channel. They have reached a mutual agreement that Mr Mhlongo will take some time off to deal with his personal circumstances until this matter has been resolved.   Viewers will still see Mr Mhlongo on their screens until Sunday, 22 August 2021, as the audition shows for Idols SA were pre-recorded.  We've reached out to the channel's representative regarding Somizi's replacement but the answers were not given to us. The channel promised to announce the new judge who will be joining Unathi and Randal within the next 2 week.  Somizi posted a statement regarding the allegations on his instagram. See below

Good news for Rockville fans – Rockville, SA’s most-loved drama series, will return for Season Five with the actor Wiseman Zitha joining an esemble cast as a new gigolo in town. The actor will play a young man who will do whatever it takes to secure the bag, including marrying an older woman. Zitha shot to fame playing a lead on SABC 2 xiTsonga drama series.  The last four seasons of Rockville told a tale of JB [Shona Ferguson], a high-flying underworld figure involved in a ring of prostitution at his top-class cigar lounge in Rockville in Sandton.  The business dominated the underworld scene and caused a rift between JB’s middle-class family and that of his in-laws, who are a working-class household. Season Five will explore how their now five-star legitimate establishment owner and his wife Lindi [Enhle-Mbali Mlotshwa], have to turn Hotel Paradiso into a money spinner again as the aftermath of death has dried up their coffers and put many livelihoods on the line as room bookings dwin

Amstel Maboa, The only surviving member of Legendary afro-pop group 3Sum. Maboa never left the industry but kept his brand alive. Speaking to the publication he said “I’ve always believed that my art will save me and that only makes me different” Said Maboa. Lelopo is a traditional dance that helps you connect with innerself it also help you find healing of body mind & soul. The message behind the song is to remind people not forget who we are as Africans & to embrace our Africanism through dance and music. The song is inspired by all different traditional dances from our different cultures as a rainbow nation. The song was produced by Rooted a young talented producer from my township Mamelodi he is also featured on the song ” My Album is inspired by culture & african tradition, the new single Lelopo is now available on all digital stores” he added. Song Review:  Lelopo’s intro is atmospheric and it capture one’s imagination from the start . The beat sets up a mood to dance

It will be more drama, sibling rivalry and building a lasting legacy when the popular reality TV show   The Ranakas  returns for season 4 in the new year. After Mzansi’s most-loved family gave South Africans great, authentic television over the past three seasons – Ntate Ranaka, Mama Siba, Manaka, Dineo, Mpumi, Mzingisi and Ranaka – return for season 4 amid fresh challenges – healing, finding a sense of belonging, keeping the family together and building intergenerational wealth and legacy. “For the past three seasons,  The Ranakas  by  Brains At Work Media  have given viewers excellent, authentic content that has mirrored the everyday lives of families not just in Leondale in eastern Johannesburg, but in most South African households. This season will not be short of the drama, sibling squabbles and cultural lessons, all the while they navigate the road ahead as a family to build a legacy. Viewers should brace themselves for more entertainment in the new year,” says Nomsa Philiso, the

It was first revealed few week's before the national lockdown, that the couple could be dating. Several times that the pair were spotted together sealed the rumour. Even though they didn't deny the rumors then, the pair are back at it again. Recently Murda Bongz shared a video clip dancing along to DJ Zinhle’s set. In the video, DJ Zinhle can be seen working on her set and dancing to it, while Murdah Bongz does the most, dancing on the side. Zinhle seemed thrilled as he goes down to he set without a care in the world. Last night's on Murda Bongz Instagram Live stories we spotted a free DJ Zinhle dancing to her bae set. Akusemandi kwa love bafwethuu. The couple that deejays together and dances together, stays together.

For months now there have been rumours that Duduzane Zuma and Thuli Phongolo are dating. It is said that the two were spotted in several places in Dubai. “She’s Beautiful” Duduzane Zuma Speaks On His Relationship With Thuli Phongolo on an interview with Mac-G. In the interview, Duduzane denied knowing Thuli, saying he is used to rumours being spread about him and that he has never met her. Thuli set the record straight on Twitter after one user said Duduzane's denial of the pair's relationship in a recent interview with  Mac-G  was suspicious. The actress replied to the Twitter user, saying she has never met former president Jacob Zuma's son. Rumours that the two were dating started making rounds on social media after Thuli apparently posted a now-deleted picture of a man who reportedly has the same tattoo as Duduzane. Earlier this month, Thuli laughed off the rumours, saying she was now scared to post because people go as far as “investigating” tattoos. “Sesisaba nokuposta

Lebo M - Coming Home  is the third Original reality series this year from Showmax, after  Somizi & Mohale: The Union  broke the overall first-day viewing record on Showmax and  Life With Kelly Khumalo  became the fastest Showmax Original to top one million views.  The trailer starts, like   The Lion King , with Lebo M’s distinctive voice singing, “Nants’ Ingonyama,” from   The Circle Of Life , off Hans Zimmer’s Oscar-winning soundtrack to the animated classic.   “I’ve worked with some of the biggest and greatest, most talented people in the world,” says Lebo M, who’s won a Grammy, been nominated for a Tony for his work on the highest-grossing Broadway production of all time, executive produced the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, had his songs streamed over 250 million times on Spotify alone, and won the 2020 DStv Mzansi Viewer’s Choice 1Life Legend Award.  But now, Lebo M says, “I’m re-entering a phase in my life as a family man… Family has always been th

Sihle Ndaba joined Mzanzi Magic Telenovela; Gomora. Sihle will be playing Ncebakazi Manzi. A beautiful, calm, but intimidating teacher at Gomora High.  Sihle Ndaba is one of south Africa's fine actresses. She has over time featured in multiple hit local television shows. Therefore, you should not be surprised to see her stunning face when you switch on your television screens.  Ncebakazi Manzi is a passionate and dedicated teacher, who cares for her learners and is excellent at her job. She dresses professionally, but has a naughty side.  Ncebekazi knows she’s hot, she low-key enjoys the attention and knows how to use it to her advantage. Not only is she the new Business Studies teacher at Gomora High but is also the Dlamini’s family friend. After a few encounters, Teddy develops a crush for Mam Manzi not knowing she has also identified him.   Catch Gomora on Mzansi Magic DStv channel 161 weekdays at 19:30.   Join the conversation on social media using: #Gomoramzansi

  What a time to   celebrate the South African Soapie Industry! The 4th Royalty Soapie Awards hosted by the spectacular comedian Mpho Popps and the dazzling Lerato LKG Kganyago, marked a moment in history as 2020 winners took centre stage in a broadcast on Saturday evening, 26 September at 20:00 on SABC 1 Mzansi Fo Sho.    Egoliwood put up a brave front and showed solidarity, as they weathered a storm through trying times as the world, is faced with a pandemic.    South Africa’s favourite Soapie stars brought the glitz and glam as they graced the red carpet during a studio recording and gathered to celebrate fellow thespians who were recognized for their commitment to their craft and playing a vital role in the performing arts.    The show kicked into gear with the announcement of the winners in the technical categories honouring outstanding editing, lighting, art direction and directing teams in a soapie. Ushered by the sound of award-winning songstress, Shekinah with her track ‘ What