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Is Nara Smith missing home or mimicking Tyla? The pap recipe debate heats up

Nara Smith’s attempt to share her heritage through traditional pap cooking has sparked controversy, with netizens accusing her of copying Grammy winner Tyla's recent 'Vogue' feature.

Lifestyle Food Recipes
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Tyla makes history as the first South African artist to win at the iHeartRadio Music Awards

Tyla continues her winning streak, becoming the first South African artist to win the World Artist of the Year at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, following her historic Grammy win.

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Tyla makes history as the first South African artist to win at the iHeartRadio Music Awards

Tyla continues her winning streak, becoming the first South African artist to win the World Artist of the Year at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, following her historic Grammy win.

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WATCH: Mzansi backs student who asked Tyla to be matric dance date

Mollwane Madiba, son of Princess Tirelo Molotlegi, has rallied schools nationwide in his viral effort to secure a dance with his favourite artist.

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Doechii named Billboard Woman of the Year for 2025, solidifying her impact on the music scene

The rapper, also known as The Swamp Princess, received the Rising Star award at the 2023 Billboard Women in Music event and has now bagged Woman of the Year, an achievement previously attained by artists like Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande.

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Spin into style: Tyla unveils limited edition deluxe vinyl with exclusive extras

Grammy Award-winning South African sensation Tyla announces the release of her self-titled debut album's deluxe vinyl edition, featuring collector's items.

Entertainment Music International
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WATCH: Tyla celebrates historic British 'Vogue' cover at Paris Fashion Week soirée

Tyla, draped in Jean Paul Gaultier, celebrates her British Vogue March 2025 cover at a Paris Fashion Week party.

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Tholsi Pillay honoured at the 2025 Forbes Woman Africa Summit Awards

Tholsi Pillay, a prominent talent manager, receives the Champion of Entertainment Promotion award, highlighting the importance of those behind the scenes in the entertainment industry.

Entertainment Music Local
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Lebo M mourns the loss of his mother, Magogo Nomvula Grissel Morake

Lebo M has shared the sad news of his mother, Magogo Nomvula Grissel Morake's passing.

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Black Coffee to launch music academy to empower young artists

Black Coffee celebrates his birthday with a gala dinner to launch a transformative music academy for young artists.

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Harry Styles told to avoid One Direction reunion

Grammy Award-winning superstar Harry Styles has been cautioned against participating in a One Direction reunion, with industry insiders claiming it would be a 'major step back' for his flourishing solo career.

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LOOK: Kanye West unveils provocative short-film cover art featuring nude wife Bianca Censori

The ‘Gold Digger’ hitmaker reportedly spend $25 million on the short ‘fashion’ film.

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Lebo M gears up for his first live performance with Hans Zimmer in Cape Town

Renowned composer and Grammy Award-winning entertainer Lebo M is set to dazzle audiences with his first-ever live performance in Cape Town, joined by the legendary Hans Zimmer for a one-night-only extravaganza.

Entertainment Music Local
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Watch Video‘The Fall of Diddy’ is a deep dive into the troubling truths behind the rap mogul

During his rise to stardom, Diddy found himself in a litany of legal cases, which he made go away with his money and influence.

Entertainment TV International
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Shakira expresses deep gratitude to fans after health scare

Shakira expressed her heartfelt gratitude to fans following her recent hospitalisation, sharing her emotional state and plans for a new concert date after cancelling her Lima performance.

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LOOK: Destiny’s Child reunites to celebrate Kelly Rowland’s 44th birthday in style

As fans relive moments of nostalgic joy through these reunion photos, many wonder what the future holds for the trio. Only time will tell.

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Tyla teams up with Shaun Paul for ‘Push 2 Start’ remix

Tyla has released a remix of her song ‘Push 2 Start’ featuring Sean Paul and it has been well-received by fans, who are praising the collaboration between the two artists.

Entertainment Music International
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Wouter Kellerman celebrates his third 'deeply meaningful' Grammy award for ‘Triveni’

Wouter Kellerman, the celebrated South African musician, wins his third Grammy Award at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards for his album 'Triveni', a powerful collaboration blending South African, Indian, and Japanese musical traditions.

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Kanye West plea to free Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sparks social media outcry

Described by some as a ‘social media meltdown’, Ye’s posts have dominated trending topics and sparked extensive debate across X.

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Watch VideoKendrick Lamar prepares to elevate hip hop artistry at Super Bowl LIX half-time show

Grammy Award-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar is set to headline the Super Bowl LIX half-time show on February 9, at Caesars Superdome, New Orleans.

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Kanye West praises Bianca Censori's head-turning dress at the Grammys

Kanye West publicly praises his wife Bianca Censori for her bold fashion choice at the Grammys, igniting a fierce debate on social media about artistic expression and public decency.

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Kanye West says wife Biance Censori helped him with autism diagnosis

The 47-year-old rapper - who has been married to his other half since 2022 - was previously diagnosed with bipolar following his hospitalisation in 2016 after a "psychiatric emergency", but Bianca recommended a doctor who gave him a different diagnosis.

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Watch VideoKendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Show: Will he include 'Not Like Us'?

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Show is highly anticipated, but will his Grammy-winning track 'Not Like Us' be part of the performance amid legal controversies?

Entertainment Music International
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Nigerian superstar Tems celebrates Grammy win and inspires fans to believe in themselves

After winning her second Grammy award, Nigerian afrobeats star Tems shares a heartfelt message about self-belief and the power of pursuing one's dreams.

Entertainment Music International
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‘We beat the Grammys!’ Kanye West and Bianca Censori's red carpet stunt steals the show

Despite some calls for West and Censori to face legal consequences over the outfit choice, Los Angeles Police Department sources told TMZ on Monday that no one who attended the Grammy Awards had made a formal complaint.

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