Fashioning Modern Africanism

Bongekile “Babes Wodumo” Simelane and her husband, Mandla Maphumulo, popularly known as Mampintsha, have just dropped the trailer for Season 2 of their hit reality series  Uthando Lodumo . From 1 September 2022, the Showmax Original reality show will see the Gqom superstars take their fans behind the scenes of their rollercoaster lives.                              Watch the trailer:  In Season 1, which set a then record for first day views on Showmax, we saw the controversial couple concluding their lobola negotiations, celebrating their star-studded wedding and anticipating the birth of their first child, now affectionately known as "Sponge". Now the family of three returns to Showmax for another dramatic season that zooms into their lives. The new season will show what life has been like for the couple, drawing the curtain back to reveal the story behind the most contentious headlines of the past year while also showing how the couple’s careers are evolving.   In the exclu

The Inanda Club has been abuzz with Polo action all year round and the biggest attraction yet is upon us. The Heineken Ladies Polo Invitational in association with QMS Medicosmetics and Tanqueray has a lot in store leading up to this spectacular showdown on the back of Women’s Month. The big cards have been drawn at the Inanda Club, with an epic clash between the invited high goal ladies players from England taking on an All Africa team of equally matched ladies on the 4th of September 2022. This event is set to host the highest level of Ladies polo to be played in South Africa and looks to become a popular instalment on the annual Polo calendar in Africa. This all-female invitational match of international players will showcase the world star quality of women’s sports, particularly in the equestrian field. Heineken’s collaboration with the Inanda Club for the Ladies Polo is a celebration of the diversity and inclusion embraced by the polo world and sports in general. The polo match c

DStv Compact has announced a new crop of fresh, energetic and bold faces as ambassadors to bring Compact content to the audience in a relatable way. DStv Compact content consistently brings cutting edge local entertainment that reflects the vibrant culture of the South African audience.  The new DStv Compact ambassadors, Portia Modise, Bontle Modiselle and Robot Boii, represent the fun, proudly local attitude that ambassador Somizi brought to the screen before them.  Each of them bring passion, determination and infectious joy to their work and DStv Compact is proud to have them on board for this campaign. Footballer Portia Modise Dancer & Choreographer, Bontle Modiselle Entertainer & Artist, Mzwakhe Mbuli Junior aka Robot Boii Keep your eyes on the screen as Portia, Bontle and Robot Boii take you through the DStv Compact content offering, proving that kumnandi ekhaya with DStv Compact: there is a wide range of quality entertainment for the whole family. Follow the conversatio

In a new initiative that’s set to be a hit for music lovers and makers alike, South Africa’s leading chewing gum brand is set to launch a new campaign called Stimorol FlowLab. What is Stimorol FlowLab all about, you ask? Stimorol FlowLab is a consumer-facing platform that is set to bridge the gap between music lovers and makers alike. For aspiring musicians, the campaign’s digital platform and regional workshops will allow them to connect with peers, as well as upskill and hone their craft with the help of industry professionals who want to give back such as Aubrey Qwana and Musa Keys. Our goal with this is to provide access by opening doors. We also want to build communities and create opportunities by connecting aspiring musicians to the broader music community.  For music lovers, Stimorol FlowLab will allow them to unlock exclusive content and instant prizes by uploading proof of purchase (the more you buy, the more you get). Khanyisa Ntshuntshe, brand manager for Stimorol, added, &

Stained Glass, the production company behind  The Wife , has confirmed that Bonko Khoza, who played Mqhele in the first two seasons, isn’t returning in  Season 3 of the record-breaking, Twitter-topping Showmax Original telenovela . They’re currently casting for his replacement.  Inspired by Dudu Busani-Dube’s bestselling book  Naledi His Love , Season 3 of  The Wife  will return to South African screens in November 2022 with Gaisang K Noge in the lead role as doctor Naledi Montsho, who is in love with Qhawe Zulu (2022 DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers’ Choice Rising Star winner Kwenzo Ngcobo), dubbed “the Woolworths of amadoda” by  Twitter . Each season has focused on a different couple: Hlomu and Mqhele in S1, Zandile and Nkosana in S2, and now Naledi and Qhawe.    “We know fans are going to find it hard to let go of their picture of Mqhele as Bonko, just as they found it hard, when he was first cast, to let go of the bug-eyed Mqhele they had pictured from the book,” says series producer Kamo

The Voice SA Season 3, Third place runner-up, Sikilelwa Jo-An Qwazi known as Siki Jo-An to her fans is set to release her second single titled, Bekezela. The multi-talented, singer and songwriter artist born and raised in Port Elizabeth, Kwazakhele township strikes soothing cords in her latest offering. The Bekezela track is a symphony of powerful, perfectly laid hybrid sounds of afro pop/soul about hope. This tune she is dedicating to her loved ones and the nation as a whole, encouraging everyone not lose hope. Bekezela, which is a self-written number produced by Mojalefa ‘Mjakes’ Thebe will be released on Saturday, 20 August 2022 on all digital music streaming platforms: Spotify, Applemusic, itunes, Deezer and Shazam. "I am excited about the release of Bekezela. I poured my heart and soul to this song. I am fortunate to have worked with a team that believed in the song and what it means to me. I hope South Africa will enjoy this tune and my sound” says, Siki Jo-An. The independe

The organisers of Mr Gay World™ are excited to announce that Mr Gay World™ 2022 will take place in Cape Town, South Africa from 9 to 16 October 2022.  In the wake of the lifting of international Covid-19 restrictions, this will be the first time in three years that Mr Gay World™ will be presented as an in-person event.  Delegates from around the globe will fly into one of Africa's most desirable tourist destinations to compete in the week-long contest. Only one will be crowned Mr Gay World™ 2022.  And in a major coup, the Grand Finale will be staged at the city’s sumptuous Arts Cape Opera House on 15 October 2022. Tickets for the spectacular event will become available via Computicket closer to the date.  This will be the seventh time that South Africa will host Mr Gay World™, although two of these contests were hosted virtually by the South African organisers to accommodate Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.  “We are so glad to be back doing the competition in person again, and there

  Multi award-winning South African entertainer J’Something today announced his upcoming INDOOR Tour, launching in Cape Town mid-September, before moving on to Durban and Johannesburg in the later part of the year. As many people were re-evaluating their purpose during the lockdown, J’Something turned to music to keep grounded and sane. For an artist who was accustomed to live performances and public interaction almost daily, staying home suddenly became everyone’s reality.   And so was born the beginnings of the INDOOR, a 10-track ‘Mixtape’ that he made together with some of his industry friends.   Drawing inspiration from some of the greats that have inspired & shaped him in various ways over the years, the project is a creative and emotional expression and interpretation of what he hears when listening to the iconic songs featured on the project.   Having finally completed the almost two-year-long project early this year, J decided to showcase the project live to an indoor audie

Internationally renowned company Rebelintown Productions together with national broadcaster SABC2 today confirmed the return of The Coolest OG’s. The second season of the much-anticipated reality show kicks off on Sunday, 14 th  of August at 18:30pm     SO HOW AND WHAT IS AN OG?   An OG is someone who is incredibly exceptional, authentic, and excellent in a classic way. Someone who is an expert in many facets of life and who  has been  around for a long time.   Ten South African contestants go head-to-head to compete for a R100 000 grand prize by going through a series of fun and really cool challenges, with the help of their grandkids, to see if they are truly THE COOLEST OG in all the land.   Season two is slightly different where each OG entered along their grandchild. The OG’s are aged between 60 and 74 years old, while the grandchildren range from 18 to 29 years old.   The contestants will go through different challenges in each episode to see who will ultimately win the title of

 A radiant Ndavi Nokeri from Limpopo has been crowned Miss South Africa 2022 at a glittering pageant finale which was held at the SunBet Arena at Time Square in Pretoria. The 23-year-old – who comes from Tzaneen – obtained her BCom Investment Management qualification from the University of Pretoria and was working as a consultant for an asset management firm in Cape Town at the time of her crowning.   Nokeri received R1 million in cash in a prize and sponsorship package totalling more than R3-million including the use of a serviced apartment at the lavish Ellipse Waterfall – developed by Tricolt and Attacq – for the year of her reign. She will also get to drive a Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan.   The runner-up was Ayanda Thabethe from Pietermaritzburg in KZN who received a R150 000 cash prize.   Nokeri will represent South Africa at the world’s three most prestigious pageants – Miss World, Miss Universe and Miss Supranational.   In her acceptance speech (which can be found at the bottom o