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Entertainment Reporter. @Instagram. Former The Queen actor Sthembiso 'SK' Khoza has issued an apology after making headlines last week following the videos of him on social media. In one of the videos, the actor can be seen behaving violently towards a white man while also uttering profanities. Shot at Zebula…
Entertainment Reporter. Photo Credit: Twitter/S3. SABC3's local primetime telenovela The Estate, will take a break from broadcast for two and a half months. The channel made the announcement on Monday afternoon. "S3 confirms that the popular telenovela The Estate will take a break from broadcasting with the last episode of…
By Sarah Whitten. Will Smith has been banned from attending the Academy Awards for the next decade after slapping Chris Rock during the ceremony last month. On Friday, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences called Smith’s behavior "unacceptable" in a letter to organization members and said the recently…
Entertainment Reporter. The Real Housewives of Lagos (RHOLagos) is now available for streaming on Showmax after it trended at number one on Twitter on Thursday ahead of its Friday launch. The latest edition of the hit reality TV show franchise follows the opulent lives of six of the most glamorous…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @RealBlackCoffee. Nkosinathi 'Black Coffee' Maphumulo received a hero's welcome, and as soon as the doors in the international arrivals area opened, the crowd erupted in loud cheers to welcome Mzansi's international export. Minister of sports, arts and culture Nathi Mthethwa was joined by the Gauteng Member of…
Entertainment Reporter. Image Supplied. Event producers of the Polo in the Park, African Deluxe Company recently announced the return of the 2nd Standard Bank 'Joburg Polo in the Park' taking place at Gauteng's premium residential lifestyle estate Steyn City, at the end of April. Tickets sales opened this past Friday.…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @GettyImages. South African Nkosinathi 'DJ Black Coffee' Maphumulo has won his first Grammy in the category 'Best Dance/ Electronic Album' for 'Subconsciously'. This is the first time a South African producer has won or been nominated in this category. DJ Black Coffee shared this special moment with…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Michelle 'Mphowabadimo' Mvundla from Daveyton was crowned Big Brother Mzansi season 3 winner on Sunday night. Mvundla, who was the only woman in the top five, beat Gash1 to win the R2m grand prize and titleholder of the season. The reality show started on Sunday, 23 January…
Entertainment Reporter. ©GettyImages. Will Smith resigned from the body that awards the Oscars on Friday, five days after he assaulted comedian Chris Rock during a live global broadcast. The actor said his actions, which overshadowed Hollywood’s glitziest night of the year, were "shocking, painful and inexcusable." "The list of those…
Entertainment Reporter. Cotton Fest, created by the late Riky Rikhado "Riky Rick" Makhado has a jammed packed music lineup to honour the rapper and his culture infusion event which is taking place in April. It was announced on Thursday that the highly anticipated festival will feature over 130 local artists.…
Entertainment Reporter. Y continues to open up the industry this programming year. Newly unearthed and seasoned broadcasters will share space on the airwaves and other Y platforms. Actor, TV presenter and now radio broadcaster Caddy (full name Teboho Tsotetsi) hosts Fresh by Caddy on Saturdays from 2pm to 6pm. Known…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Bruce Willis is retiring from acting due to a condition which causes difficulties with language or speech, his daughter has said. Rumer Willis revealed that the Die Hard star, 67, had been diagnosed with aphasia, which she said is "impacting his cognitive abilities". Her Instagram post said:…
Entertainment Reporter. The Walt Disney Company has confirmed that its Disney+ streaming service will launch in South Africa in May. In an emailed statement, the group said the service will launch in the country and other territories on 18 May with pricing ser at R119 per month or R1,190 for…
By Rebecca Rubin and Jordan Moreua. Will Smith accepted the Best Actor award following his attack on Oscars host Chris Rock. (Getty Images). Will Smith apologized to the Academy and his fellow best actor nominees in his winning acceptance speech, shortly after he went onstage and slapped Chris Rock for…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Because Of You singer Keith Martin was found dead in his condo at the age of 55 on Friday morning in Quezon City, part of Metro Manila in the Philippines. Although the cause of death is currently unknown, the police allegedly said he may have died a…
Entertainment Reporter. • 92% critics' rating for Season 2 of Raised by Wolves • Cape Town doubles as virgin planet Kepler 22-b • Groundbreaking sustainability approach earns Gold rating and international recognition • "One of the most entrancing series TV currently has on offer" The New York Times Season 2…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Vuyiseka Cawe is known for her roles as Nokuzola on Imbewu, Image Supplied. Imbewu: The Seed is moving to 9pm next month, with new adult show The Black Door helmed by Mandla N taking over the show’s time-slot. The channel made the announcement in a recent statement…
By Canny Maphanga. ©AvusaMedia. The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has rubbished social media claims that Sipho Ndlovu, popularly known as "Brickz", has been released on parole. This comes after tweets were recently posted claiming Ndlovu had returned home only a few years after he was convicted and sentenced for…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @VeliNhlapo. Thabo "Tbo Touch" Molefe is back at Metro FM after leaving the station six years ago. The announcement of his return comes along with the news that Power FM’s Mpumi Mlambo will be joining the Metro FM team along with former YFM drivetime host Khutso Theledi…
Entertainment Reporter. Johannesburg based talk radio station Powerfm has added two new high-powered voices to its 2022 line-up. The station welcomes renowned journalist Lerato Mbele and economist Sifiso Skenjana and line-up will come to effect from 28 March 2022. On Wednesday, Mbele took to social media to share her excitement,…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Radio personality Mark Pilgrim has officially started his chemotherapy journey on Wednesday, March 16, and was off air from Hot 1027 FM while recovering. He confirmed in his Instagram post and has been sharing updates with his followers on his profile. "Day one of treatment. A tribute…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. TV industry commentator Kgopolo Phil Mphela sang the praises of Lerato Mvelase on Twitter this morning for her performance as Nomusa in Season 2 of The Wife, which is still the most watched show on Showmax - and trended at #1 again on Twitter today, not least…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Singer, best selling author, TV producer and media personality, Unathi Nkayi will be meeting some of the biggest names in fashion next week to explore iconic local looks, the importance of localisation and where to next for the industry. As the host of Proudly South African’s "Mzansi,…
Entertainment Reporter. The launch of Basadi in Music Awards (BIMA) held at the Joburg Theatre last night was a spectacular, star-studded and red-carpet glam affair. The music industry turned up in its finery on the International Women’s Day as cameras clicked, bubbly flowed and fabulous gowns stole the limelight. The…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. The Cotton Fest, created by the late Rikhado 'Riky Rick' Makhado announced on Wednesday morning that the sold-out event has been postponed. In a statement released on behalf of Riky’s wife Bianca Naidoo, she confirms that Cotton Fest is scheduled to go ahead as planned. "We have…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. The "Underground Railroad" star Thuso Mbedu walked away with the award for best female performance for a new scripted series at the 37th Film Independent Spirit Awards on Sunday. The South African actress beat Anjana Vasan, Jana Schmieding, Jasmine Cephas Jones and Deborah Ayorinde to take home…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Photo Credit: Instagram/DJ Dimplez. The entertainment industry is in mourning once again after news of hip hop artist Dj Dimplez's passing. "It is with deep sadness that the Mooi family announces the untimely passing of Boitumelo Athiel Mooi, popularly known as DJ Dimplez," the family confirmed in…
Entertainment Reporter. Photo: Instagram/markpilgrimza. Veteran radio and TV presenter Mark Pilgrim who has battled cancer before and Covid-19 last year, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer. The father of two was diagnosed and beat aggressive Stage 3 testicular cancer in 1988. In 2008 he suffered a severe heart…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @connie_ferguson. M-Net Local Entertainment Channels announced that the telenovelas The Queen on Mzansi Magic (DStv 161) and Lingashoni on 1Magic (DStv 103) are ending in 2023. The decision was based on content strategy changes for Mzansi Magic and the 1Magic channels to keep up with their competitors.…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Funeral service for the late South African rapper, singer and entrepreneur Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado, known professionally as Riky Rick. Makhado passed away on Wednesday morning but his family has not given details about circumstances around his death. He was 34. Riky is remembered as trailblazer who left…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @DJSpeedstaInstagram. Lesego Nkaiseng, fondly known DJ Speedsta has announced that he has left Metro FM. He has taken to his social media to pen down appreciation messages to Metro FM as he announces his exit. Taking to Instagram, the acclaimed DJ has penned an announcement to his…
Entertainment Reporter. The 2022 edition of the dance festival Kucheza Afrika Festival, set to take place at the South African State Theatre (SAST) from 01 to 10 April 2022, marks a return to a100% LIVE on-stage performances with audiences in a relaxed Level 1 setting. Following last year’s hybrid (live…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Rapper Riky Rick, real name Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado. Picture: @rikyrickworld/Instagram. The funeral of the beloved South African artist Rikhado Muziwendlovu Chifaro Makhado popularly known as Riky Rick, will take place at a private ceremony in Johannesburg. Makhado passed away on Wednesday morning but his family has not…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Bianca Naidoo and Riky Rick (Photo: Riky Rick Instagram). Award-winning hip-hop artist Riky Rick, real name Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado, has died. He was 34 years old. The family spokesperson Sheikani Makhado confirmed his passing but could not divulge any further details. "The family is still meeting, and…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. NPA spokesperson Lumka Mahanjana has confirmed that the status of the case against DJ Fresh and DJ Euphonik (Thato Sikwane and Themba Nkosi) has not changed. "The status of the matter remains the same, no new information has come to light," said Mahanjana in a statement. "However,…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Image Supplied. Idols SA unveiled its new judges on Wednesday. The news of the singing competition’s lineup revamp was announced at Urban Studios in Randburg on Wednesday afternoon. Season 18 of Idols SA will feature a revamped judging panel as Thembi Seete and JR Bogopa are set…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. The memorial service of media personality Nomakula "Kuli" Roberts is taking place from 10:30 today 16 February at the Birchwood Hotel. Family and invited friends of the late celebrity journalist, TV presenter and radio host gathered to celebrate her in the private memorial service. She was 49.…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. After a one-week break, The Wife is back this Thursday, 17 February 2022, as Season 2 kicks off on Showmax, with Khanyi Mbau (Unmarried, Happiness Is A Four-Letter Word) and Mondli Makhoba (Umkhokha) stepping up into the lead roles as Zandile and Nkosana. Zandile had already served…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. File Photo. TV personality Minnie Dlamini and husband Quinton Jones are parting ways after 4 years of marriage. In an announcement posted on social media, the couple said they had been separated for months and had consulted with family and a counsellor before making the decision. "We…
Entertainment Reporter. @AP. For the first time hip-hop headlined the Super Bowl halftime show, starring Dr.Dre and proteges Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige and Eminem, who invoked a racial justice protest by taking a knee on music’s biggest stage. Buzz had been building for weeks over the ’90s lovefest that…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Picture: Twitter. Rapper Sandile Mkhize, popularly known as DJ Citi Lyts, has died after an alleged hit incident in Soweto. Mkhize, a younger brother of the late rapper Linda "Prokid" Mkhize, was shot and killed in the early hours of Monday morning in Dube. The rapper was…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Valentine's Day is upon us. It's easy to have a 'love-hate' relationship with your credit card. It's great when you can shop and spend together. But, when your plastic partner leads you astray it's easy for what was once love to degenerate into a toxic relationship in…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Molemo 'Jub Jub' Maarohanye has apologised to his former girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo, after accusing the singer of using muthi to lure him. Maarohanye has released a statement, apologising to Khumalo for any "distress, hurt" he "may have caused" after the podcast interview aired. His apology comes after…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Media personality, seasoned fashion and beauty journalist Nomakula 'Kuli' Roberts has died. She was 49. "It is with profound regret and sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of our dear daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt Nomakula 'Kuli' Roberts (49)," The Roberts and Mboya families confirmed…
Entertainment Reporter. @GalloImages. Veteran actress Lillian Dube and media personality Moshe Ndiki will present a new cooking show, aptly titled 7 Colours, on Honey Tv. The show was inspired from the uniquely South African 'colourful Sunday cooking' trope. Honey TV announced on Monday that cooking reality TV show 7 Colours,…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Critically acclaimed South African sci-fi Glasshouse is now streaming on Showmax in Africa, as well as on Sky, iTunes, Amazon, Google, Xbox and other digital platforms in the UK. Glasshouse is set after an airborne dementia known as The Shred has left humanity roaming like lost and…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. DJ Fresh and his estranged wife and radio personality Thabiso Sikwane have confirmed the end of their marriage of 20 years. The pair released a joint statement on social media in a form of a video,in which they stated the facts of their situation. "Yes, it's a…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Image Supplied. Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, has launched the South African Hip-Hop Museum, with the intention to preserve the hip-hop culture. The museum was launched in partnership with the Ritual Media Group, Museum Africa and the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts and Culture…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Thobile MaKhumalo Mseleku makes her eagerly-anticipated debut on Season 2 of the Showmax Original The Real Housewives of Durban today. MaKhumalo is one of three new wives featured this season; Londie London and Jojo Robinson made their debuts last Friday, when the first episode of Season 2…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @WireImage. Singer, billionaire, and beauty and lingerie mogul Rihanna is expecting a baby with her boyfriend rapper A$AP Rocky. The couple was photographed out in New York City over the weekend, where Rihanna debuted her baby bump while wearing a long pink jacket. Her oversized outerwear was…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @katlegomaboe/Twitter. TV presenter Katlego Maboe has expressed his gratitude after the Cape Town magistrate's court dismissed the charges brought against him by his former partner and mother of his son Monique Muller. Maboe found himself at the centre of a cheating scandal in 2020 when a viral…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. After teasing the single on his Instagram, today certified hitmaker, TNS, and 'Osama' producer, Kasango, join forces on their highly anticipated single, 'Sikelela' featuring Cape Town native, Bukeka. The song is available on all digital platforms today. Listen to it here. Few dance music acts are as…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Season 1 of The Real Housewives of Durban was one of the 10 most-watched titles on Showmax in 2021 and Season 2 of launches tomorrow, Friday, 28 January 20. Jojo Robinson is one of three new wives featured this season, alongside Londie London and Thobile MaKhumalo Mseleku.…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. The memorial service of Patrick Molefe Shai was held at the Market Theatre in Johannesburg on Thursday from midday with strings of people lining up to celebrate and honour the veteran actor’s life. Shai died last Saturday morning at his Soweto home at the age of 66.…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Jeremy Mansfield poses for a picture at the Hot91.9FM studios.Picture: Tracy Lee Stark. Radio and Television personality Jeremy Mansfield is battling cancer again. Mansfield revealed on his Facebook page, saying that he has liver cancer. "Haven't posted for ages, reason being I've been in hospital battered by…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @GalloImages. Veteran actor Patrick Molefe Shai has died on Saturday, January 22, his family confirmed. "It is with great sadness to announce the passing of veteran actor Ntate Patrick Shai. He passed away this morning," said a statement released by the family. The family has requested privacy…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Judges Somizi, Randall Abrahams and Unathi. (Photo supplied: Mzansi Magic). Mzansi Magic (DStv 161) and [SIC] Entertainment revealed that Randall Abrahams and Unathi Nkayi will not be judges for the upcoming 18th season of Idols SA. DStv made the announcement on Friday afternoon and said they are…
Entertainment Reporter. Instagram / @dineoranaka. Television and radio personality, Dineo Ranaka, has been suspended from Metro FM by the SABC. The suspension comes after Ranaka shared a video of herself doing The Umlando Challenge on top of office furniture. City Press spoke to SABC’s group executive for corporate affairs, Gugu…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @carlosfrazao.photography/londie_london_official. Season 2 of the Showmax Original The Real Housewives of Durban launches on 28 January 2022, with new episodes following every Friday. Londie London is one of three new wives featured this season: she's a musician, actress and jewellery designer who recently returned to Durban with…
Entertainment Reporter. Businessman and reality TV star, Musa Mseleku's wives are set to host their own talk show on SABC 1.Photo Credit: Jabulani Langa. Musa Mseleku's wives, MaCele, MaYeni (Nokukhanya Mseleku), Makhumalo (Thobile Mseleku) and MaNgwabe (Mbali Mseleku) will be showing the public a different side of themselves by providing…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Caption:Jerry Mofokeng,Anna De Souza and Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese. Photo Credit:GettyImages. This Is Not A Burial, It's A Resurrection ended 2021 at #6 on MetaCritic's list of the best reviewed films of the year globally. Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese's film also cracked many of the most prestigious Top 10…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Season 2 of the Showmax Original, The Real Housewives of Durban, launches on 28 January 2022, with new episodes following every Friday. Showmax has just released a first look at the three new wives featured this season, who will be bringing all the class, glamour, sass, and…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Sidney Poitier has died, aged 94. The Hollywood star was known for films including Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, In the Heat of the Night and Lilies of the Field, for which he became the first Black and Bahamian man to win a Best Actor Oscar. The…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @YuiMok. A&E and Lifetime have revealed that the first episode in thier two-part documentary about Janet Jackson — made in cooperation with the singer herself — will premiere on Janaury 28. The documentary also shared a new three-minute trailer for Janet, an "intimate, honest, and unfiltered look"…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @dj_hlo The Ukhozi FM song of the year (Ingoma Ehlukanisa Unyaka) campaign has finally taken quite an amusing turn in 2021 in that no one seems to know the song that came out tops. Ingoma Ehlukanisa Unyaka (the song that will ring in the new year) is…
Entertaiment Reporter. Jackie Mpambane (popularly known as Mama Jackie), is seeking an urgent interdict against media personalities Amanda Dupont and Masechaba Khumalo,in an effort to stop them from speaking about her publicly. Among her laundry list of demands, Mama Jackie would like Dupont to take down the video she posted…
Entertainment Reporter. Instagram/Alexi Lubomirski. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have released their family Christmas card featuring the first photo of their baby daughter Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor. The message on the card reads: "Happy Holidays. This year, 2021, we welcomed our daughter, Lilibet, to the world. Archie made us a…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Popular TV presenter,Angie Diale affectionately known as Mam’ Angie, has died. Best known for presenting shows such as Mzansi Magic’s Please Step In and SABC1's Relate, Mam’ Angie died on Thursday, 23 December, at Leratong Hospital following a short illness. The death of the much-loved media personality,…
Entertainment Reporter. Beyoncé and Jay Z at the 2017 Grammy Awards.Beyonce.com. Pop superstar Beyonce's ballad 'Be Alive,' penned for the tennis biopic King Richard, about the father of Serena and Venus Williams (played by Will Smith), was on a list of 15 tracks, which will be whittled down to a…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Festival of Lights Ushers in Christmas with Carols – Festival performances continue with award winning vocalist Brenda Mtambo and musician Bongi Mthombeni concluding Festival of Lights on a musical high. Over the past few weeks, Festival-goers have been treated to world-class entertainment perfectly delivered by very talented…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @GalloImages. Multitalented actor Lawrence Maleka will host season three of Big Brother Mzansi. Maleka is by no means a newcomer to the TV presenting and hosting arena, having previously hosted Africa Magic Entertainment’s "StarGist" and Mzansi Magic’s "Clash of the Choirs". Earlier this year, he was lauded…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. File:Miss SA 2020 Shudufhadzo Musida Photo:Supplied. The organisers of Miss World 2021 have announced that the grand finale, scheduled for today in Puerto Rico, has been postponed due to health and safety concerns of contestants, staff, crew and the general public. "Miss World 2021 temporarily postpones global…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. @Natasha_Thahane. Arts,Sports and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa has confirmed that actress Natasha Thahane made the request for the reported R1 million scholarship to study at the New York Film Academy directly to him. Mthethwa was responding to written parliamentary questions from EFF MP Khanya Ceza after revelations…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Khanyi Mbau (Unmarried, Happiness Ever After) has landed the biggest role of her career: she's joining the record-breaking Showmax Original telenovela, The Wife, in the Season 2 lead role of Zandile The Resolute, playing the wife of Nkosana (fan-favourite Mondli Makhoba), the leader of the Zulu brothers'…
Entertainment Reporter. Businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize, also known as MaMkhize, promised her fans earlier this year that she would be having a fabulous white Christmas, and she finally brought it to life. The countdown to Christmas has begun. Many stores and families have already started putting up their Christmas decorations. If…
Entertainment Reporter. @Instagram. Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu earned the prestigious crown in Eilat, Israel, on Sunday after beating out the runner-ups, Miss Paraguay and Miss South Africa. The reigning Miss Universe, Andrea Meza of Mexico, crowned her successor at the 70th annual Miss Universe event in Eilat, Israel Sunday night.…
Entertainment Reporter. @VusiThembekwayo. Vusi Thembekwayo has denied the allegations that he physically assaulted his wife which resulted in him being arrested. The City Press reported that Thembekwayo spend a night in jail after he allegedly beat up his wife at their Dainfern home in Johannesburg on 4 December 2021 The…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. A debate has erupted on social media after Miss South Africa Lalela Mswane wore a dove of peace outfit at the Miss Universe pageant. Mswane dazzled a dove costume to show the culture of South Africa and "its spirit of Ubuntu". A nation that has shown that…
Entertainment Reporter. @GalloImages. The #R10GoesALongWay movement, in partnership with the Fundi Foundation – a South African non-profit organisation (NPO), launched the second phase of its crowdfunding initiative in November 2021, which sets out to help even more students overcome South Africa’s ongoing tertiary registration fee crisis. As part of its…
Entertainment Reporter. The Gauteng High Court on Wednesday dismissed an application by non-profit organisation Citizens for Integrity against the South African government’s withdrawal of support for Miss SA Lalela Mswane’s participation in the Miss Universe pageant to be staged in Israel. This means that Mswane will continue to compete in…
Entertainment Reporter. Naledi Willers had undergone chemotherapy and fought until the end. Image Supplied. Real Housewives of Johannesburg star Naledi Willers has died after losing her battle to cancer. The reality TV star, model and actress was diagnosed with breast cancer in November 2019. The news was announced on Wednesday…
Entertainment Reporter. Netflix has parted the waves to reveal the trailer for Triggerfish's third animated feature, Seal Team. This feature will be available to stream from 31st December 2021. Seal Team is the story of Quinn, a seal who spends his days relaxing in the sun, splashing in the beautiful…
Entertainment Reporter. Television presenter Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye is going after those who have accused him of rape and sexual assault, demanding that they retract the accusations and apologise. According to the family's official statement, the remarks made about Du Pont during the interview were "never meant to embarrass or…
Entertainment Reporter. Amstel has withdrawn its sponsorship of the YouTube series Podcast and Chill following offensive comments by hosts MacG (Macgyver Mukwevho) and Sol Phenduka on a recent episode. "The Amstel brand, locally and globally, is centred around friendship and inclusion of all people, regardless of gender, race or sexual…
Entertainment Reporter. To mark the third anniversary of the Mandela 100 festival, international advocacy organisation, Global Citizen, has announced that over 12 million lives have been impacted this year across Africa, and the world, adding to the 105 million lives reported last year. Impact from commitments announced at Mandela 100…
Entertainment Reporter. The first 10 episodes of HBO's Gossip Girl reboot are now available to binge, first on Showmax, with the final two episodes coming express from the US on 10 December 2021. The reboot's launch saw it trending at #1 on Twitter and generating over 15 billion total social…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Photo Credit: Jub Jub Instagram. Molemo "Jub Jub's" Maroohanye remarks on the Macgyver "Mac G" Mukwevho podcast have landed him in hot water with Moja Love TV that led to his suspension. Jub Jub made explosive claims in an interview that went viral this week. After saying…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Mnet has announced that after a 2-year run of its local telenovela Legacy, the channel will be exploring new avenues to entertain its loyal viewers in order to cater to their new and evolving desire for limited series. Our viewership surveys guide us to adapt our content…
Entertainment Reporter. Idols judge and media personality Unathi Nkayi has finally broken her silence after she was fired from Kaya 959. Unathi was fired with immediate effect after an argument between her and Sizwe Dhlomo, resulting in the station siding with the Afternoon Drive host on what occurred in the…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Yesterday Twitter was full of opinions about the couples who bravely put their relationship to the ultimate test of Temptation Island South Africa, as the reality show's two-part reunion saw #temptationislandsa trending at #1 for four hours straight, before passing the top spot to another Showmax Original,…
Entertainment Reporter. South African journalism has once again excelled at capturing and telling the stories of our colourful, vibrant and deeply complex society – made even more so by the enormous impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This was the verdict by the Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards’ (VJOY) judging…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. SA's own DJ Black Coffee, whose real name is Nkosinathi Maphumulo, has been nominated in the category Best Dance/Electronic Album for his album Subconsciously, which was released earlier this year. He is nominated alongside Illenium, Major Lazer, Marshmello, Sylvan Esso and Ten City. ? Congratulations 64th #GRAMMYs…
By Jacob Mawela. Credit Fullview/Jacob Mawela for use of images. A gray late South African spring Saturday of November 20, 2021 saw the usual suspects of the country’s music existence descending on the Soweto neighbourhood of Pimville to bid their farewell to a diminutive soul Paul Simon once described as…
Entertainment Reporter. Pearl Modiadie's former manager at Metrofm is demanding 1 million as a countersuit from her due to loss of income since she accused him of sexual harassement. Pearl Modiadie's former manager at Metro FM, Anthony Soglo, is demanding R1 million from her due to loss of income since…
Entertainment Reporter. The winner of Idols SA season 17 was announced during a spectacular live finale on Sunday. Berenike 'Berry' Trytsman was crowned the winner,after weeks of gruelling competition and 12 million votes cast. Trytsman managed to capture the hearts of viewers with her soulful voice, but what stood out…
Entertainment Reporter. Principal photography has begun on the new South African murder mystery series Recipes for Love and Murder starring Outlander actor Maria Doyle Kennedy and Tony Kgoroge. The ten-episode series being filmed in the Karoo and Scotland is a co-production between M-Net, AMC Networks' Acorn TV, Global Screen (a…
By Lehlohonolo Lehana. Popular sports presenter Robert Marawa is back on air with his award-winning sports show, Marawa Sport Worldwide (MSW). The 90-minute show goes live on Monday between 5.30pm and 7pm and will be done under a bridge in Katlehong, east of Johannesburg. The first of its kind in…
Entertainment Reporter. Joburg Theatre in association with the City of Johannesburg entities; Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power are excited to present the third annual Joburg Festival of Lights featuring an enchanting collection of illuminated life-size animal characters and classical, harmonious entertainment, food and craft night market for…
Entertainment Reporter. @mini_photography/cindy_thando Instagram. In the wake of SK Khoza dismissal, seasoned actress Cindy Mahlangu has dumped the second most-watched drama series,The Queen on Mzansi Magic in the eleventh hour. Cindy who plays the character of Siyanda has dumped the show with immediate effect. Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela reported the…
Entertainment Reporter. @OupaBopape. South African musicians Vusi Mahlasela and Thandiswa Mazwai will be honoured with the 2021 Music In Africa Honorary Award at the opening of the Music In Africa Conference for Collaborations, Exchange and Showcases (ACCES) in Johannesburg, South Africa, on 25 November. The award is courtesy of the…