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Scoop Makhathini 'honoured' to host 2025 Metro FM Music Awards

Scoop Makhathini, is ready to crown greatness at this year's Metro FM Music Awards.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Da L. E. S shares his recovery journey on TikTok after relocating to the US

South African rapper Da L. E. S is having fun on TikTok showing his fans that he is recovering in the United States.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Luthando ‘LootLove’ Shosha and Scoop Makhathini to host Metro FM Music Awards 2025

The Metro FM Music Awards are weeks away and in anticipation, the list of presenters for the big night have been revealed.

Entertainment Music
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Watch VideoTraffic reporter Rob Beezy leaves Metro FM after 13 years

After nearly two decades of dedicated service, beloved traffic reporter Rob Byrne, known as Roby Beezy, announces his departure from Metro FM.

The Star Lifestyle
Sarene Kloren|Updated

Dineo Ranaka returns to host 'The Saturday Top 30' on Metro FM

After a brief hiatus from radio, Dineo Ranaka is back on the airwaves, returning to Metro FM.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Usimamane, Woodblock DJs, Naledi Aphiwe score Metro FM Music Awards nominations

Excitement builds as the Metro FM Music Awards 2025 nominees are unveiled, showcasing an impressive 2,769 entries across 19 categories. Who will take home the coveted awards this year?

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Metro FM Music Awards final Mpumalanga show set for 2025

The Metro FM Music Awards prepares for its final showcase in Mpumalanga's Mbombela Stadium, marking the end of a successful three-year partnership that boosted local tourism and artistic development.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Surviving Minimum Wage | How South Africa’s second-hand fashion boom is helping people save

The market for pre-loved goods has become increasingly popular in South Africa, providing opportunities for buyers and sellers in the country.

Lifestyle Shopping
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Beats beyond barriers: the DJs who are changing the game for disabled artists

Join us in celebrating these pioneering DJs as they reshape the narrative surrounding disability in the music industry and inspire an entire generation to dream beyond.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Lutho Pasiya|Published

'Young Famous and African' stars Naked DJ and Kayleigh are engaged

Kayleigh Schwark and Naked DJ, stars of 'Young Famous and African,' celebrate their engagement after navigating love and commitment issues throughout the reality show.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Loot Love highlights major milestones making 2024 her best year yet

After three years away from the spotlight, Luthando “Lootlove” Shosha returned with a bang.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

After 38 years of dominance, how will Metro FM remain relevant in evolving broadcasting industry? | The Big Interview

38 years is a long time, and plenty has happened, Metro FM has gone through various kinds of changes, from when it made its debut in 1986 and was known as Radio Metro competing with the now-defunct Radio Bop.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Tbo to Touch down with gospel concert to replenish souls

Touch said the Supersport Park Stadium in Centurion will come alive with the sounds of praise and worship but, most off all, be an all-rounded family inspired picnic styled affair.

The Star Lifestyle
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

‘Radio broke me!’ Unathi Nkayi opens about feud with Sizwe Dhlomo and boss who drove her out of her passion

Former Metro FM and Kaya959 radio jock on Unathi Nkayi has opened up about why she will never return to radio, saying the medium ‘broke me’.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

‘I’m in disbelief!’: Rising star Bassie's stellar path from Metro FM Music Awards to gold certification

Bassie featured Tman Xpress and LeeMcKrazy on ‘Kwelanga 2. 0’, and the song has crossed the milestone of 2,831,250 pure audio streams in South Africa.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Tbo Touch’s Replenishment Concert promises to be an uplifting experience for parents and children

The Replenishment Concert has grown in popularity over the past three years, attracting notable attendees, including King Misuzulu Zulu of the Zulu Nation.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Star-studded show to reflect SA’s rich musical legacy and diverse talent

A thrilling adventure awaits fans over the following 16 weeks as contenders from across the nation compete for the coveted title.

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

SABC confirm Metro FM presenter ‘Lootlove’ was unscheduled from her programme

Seapolelo confirmed that Holworthy, who hosts ‘Penthouse Sessions’ with Lulo Cafe on Saturdays, had not been suspended or unscheduled.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Watch VideoMzansi celebrities Lerato Kganyago, Rich Mnisi, DJ Zinhle ready to make their mark on election day

IOL bumped into a few celebrities and picked their brains on the upcoming May 29 elections and they will be all voting.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Zamajobe’s anniversary concert postponed, new date announced

Zamajobe’s concert will no longer be taking place on May 24, 2024, at the Lyric Theatre in Johannesburg and has been postponed to take place later this year, on November 30, 2024.

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

ProVerb closes the chapter on his Bachelors of Business Administration journey as he graduates

Graduation fever is in the air and Mzansi personalities are celebrating their educational achievements.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Who is Nontokozo Mkhize, the Best Newcomer Metro FM Music Award winner?

When Nontokozo Mkhize’s name was announced, many people were scratching their heads trying to figure out who she is.

Entertainment Music
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Metro FM Music Awards chaotic black carpet and cringe-worthy moments overshadow stellar performances

If this is the future of award ceremonies in Mzansi entertainment, then organisers need to get to the drawing board quickly because in 2024, we can’t be having 2007 mistakes.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

LOOK: The best and worst dressed at the Metro FM Music Awards 2024

Loot Love was the best dressed. All six looks were jaw-dropping

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published