Entertainment

In celebration of 100 years of Gallo Music, one of Africa’s most iconic and enduring music companies, Gallo Record Company, in partnership with the Basadi in Music Awards, is proud to honour Simphiwe Dana and Thandiswa Mazwai with a special Gallo Renaissance Award. The award recognises women whose artistry, groundbreaking influence and unwavering commitment to…

Sanlam and the Motsepe Foundation celebrated youth excellence at the 2026 ABC Motsepe South African Schools Choral Eisteddfod (SASCE) National Championships, which concluded at Moreleta Kerk in Pretoria earlier this month after four days of world-class school choral music from across South Africa’s nine provinces. This year’s championship marked 10 years of the Motsepe Foundation’s…

There are Gospel Music shows and then there is Gospel Music Spotlight. A brainchild of gospel music legend Jabu Hlongwane, the concept debuted 4 years ago in Bloemfontein. “Platforming the Gifted” being the tagline of the show, it promises to unveil yet another batch of young and fresh new talent. The 2026 show is coming…

By Mabel Mosiamedi SOWETO, SOUTH AFRICA-​Soweto heats up the winter chill as La Sofa July packs out Disoufeng Pub.​Soweto’s premier lifestyle destination proved once again why it dictates local street culture. Yesterday, Saturday, 4 July 2026, La Sofa July took over Disoufeng Pub & Restaurant in Meadowlands, drawing a massive crowd of lifestyle enthusiasts, fashion…

By Mabel Mosiamedi SOWETO,GAUTENG ​-Disoufeng’s Winter Explosion Delivered a Masterclass in Soweto Lifestyle and Live Music.Kelly Khumalo and Star-Studded DJ Lineup Ignited Disoufeng for an Unforgettable Matured Sunday and Thabiso’s Birthday Bash.​How Kelly Khumalo & Thabiso’s Birthday Lineup Blew the Roof Off Disoufeng’s Winter Explosion.​The winter chill was simply no match for the heat in…

The Basadi in Music Awards will take place at Joburg Theatre on 7–8 August 2026. Few artists have shaped the global house music landscape with the enduring influence of Monique Bingham. As the Basadi in Music Awards (BIMA) celebrates its fifth anniversary under the theme REWIND, BIMA proudly announces internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter and house…

Rising SA singer-songwriter K’zee Donga, together with Airburn Sounds featuring CPT Switch, is preparing to make her official introduction to South African music with the release of her debut single, FRIDAY NIGHT, arriving on all major streaming platforms on Friday, 10 July 2026. Born Khumbuzile Tshabalala, Soweto’s K’zee Donga has spent years quietly writing songs and developing her craft behind…

The much-anticipated, star-studded VIP red-carpet premiere of Dear Sis Dolly, held last night at Nu Metro Cinema, provided an unforgettable evening of celebration, reflection and cinematic excellence as industry leaders, media personalities, celebrities and film enthusiasts gathered to honour a legacy by one of South Africa’s most remarkable women and cultural icons. The premiere, held…

Ezimtoti Reporter MODELING is a dream for many young girls in South Africa. For 16-year-old Chrizmie Mostert, that dream has already become a reality.The talented model and young entrepreneur from Newcastle in KZN is making waves on the international stage after being crowned Teen Model World 2026 in Colombia. Despite being only 16 years old,…

​JustPaulos comes through the gears,South African rapper and producer releases three chat topping hit songs causing serious airwaves traffic.The Katlehong born multi hyphenate artist breaks boundaries with new drops, including the highly anticipated fan favorite “She Said”. The airwaves are experiencing some serious congestion, and it is all thanks to South Africa’s fast rising multi…