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Don't miss CHICAGO - The Musical's return to South Africa

CHICAGO, the award-winning musical, returns to South Africa with its captivating performances at Artscape Theatre from 27 August to 28 September 2025.

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: BTS’s Jungkook dominates the MMA awards with 6 nominations, proving he’s the ultimate K-Pop icon

Korean pop idol Jungkook has done it again, bagging six nominations at this year’s Melon Music Awards

Entertainment Music
Sarene Kloren|Published

Highlights from an unforgettable Rocking the Daisies 2024 festival

Rocking the Daisies 2024 wowed festival-goers with unforgettable performances, a stellar line-up, and exciting new features.

Entertainment Whats On Cape Town
Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published

Benjamin Dube's 'Tribe of Benjamin' gospel event set for November

The KZN Gospel Explosion's ‘Tribe of Benjamin’ event is scheduled for November 2 at the Golden Horse in Pietermaritzburg.

Entertainment Music Local
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

‘Apologies my sister’: Oscar Mbo says sorry to Kharishma after removing her from stage mid-performance

Award-winning musician, Oscar Mbo, has issued an apology to Lekompo’s music star Kharishma, after an on stage incident in which he removed her from stage while performing.

Entertainment Music
Simon Majadibodu|Published

AI Playlists: AI meets music on world’s most popular streaming service

Earlier this year, Spotify launched personalised AI playlists that you can build using prompts. An exciting feature for music lovers who often appreciate a curated music selection but may not always easily find the perfect song to fit a particular mood or moment.

Entertainment Streaming
Duduzile Zwane|Published

ANCYL must become the youth’s organisation of choice, over Malema, says Mbalula

‘When young people want answers about the political situation in the country and they are naive and they want to know, they must come to the ANCYL. They cannot go to Julius (Malema),’ Mbalula said.

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Experience the magic of music and flavours at the Durban Street Food Festival with KZNYO

The KZN Youth Orchestra's performance at the Durban Street Food Festival promises to be a vibrant and engaging experience.

Entertainment Whats On Durban
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Rising star Mongezi ‘Mayoghurt’ Jama: From reality TV star to Maskandi sensation

Mayoghurt is set to captivate audiences at the Ugatsheni music festival.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Oskido and Nasty C among artists to perform at 'The Road to Amapiano Festival Experience'

'The Road to Amapiano Festival Experience' is set to be a celebration of the evolution of South African music, spanning the 1990s to 2020s.

Entertainment Whats On Joburg
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Rising star Baby S. O. N unveils highly anticipated album ‘Baby Who?’

Baby S. O. N has released his highly anticipated album ‘Baby Who?’, rich with collaborations and genre-defying sounds.

Entertainment Music Local
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Uncle Waffles’ historic streak continues as she becomes first black woman to headline Brooklyn Mirage

With these back to back milestones, Uncle Waffles continues to blaze a trail for South Africa's amapiano genre on the global stage and her ability to break new ground

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Amapiano meets Afrohouse in groundbreaking new single with Kabza De Small, Maphorisa and Oskido

The production is an impressive showcase of genre fusion, where the pulsating Amapiano log drum meets the soulful beats of Afrohouse.

Entertainment Music Local
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Cape Town afro-jazz band Kujenga to perform at The Artivist this August

Kunjenga has quickly risen to prominence in South Africa's jazz scene, known for their ability to seamlessly blend detailed rhythms and harmonies while also celebrating those who fought for social change, through their music.

Entertainment Whats On Joburg
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Elaine, Emtee, and Kelvin Momo light up the charts with same-day releases

In a day brimming with musical excitement, South Africa's vibrant R&B and hip-hop and Amapiano scene has been electrified by fresh singles from three of its leading stars.

Entertainment Music
Christopher Buda|Published

Maftown Heights Festival set to return following the success of the 4-part Untold Stories documentary

The renowned Maftown Heights festival has announced its return with a special “Reunion” edition this November.

Entertainment Music
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

SABC1’s new talent search show 'uShuni Womhlaba' hits the TV screens

With South Africa's rich musical heritage and abundance of raw talent, uShuni Womhlaba is assured to become a must-watch event that will captivate audiences and launch new stars into the spotlight.

Entertainment Music
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Rising star Zee Nxumalo collaborates with 031Choppa and ShakesxLes on a powerful new single, ‘Abogogo’

With the emotional depth on her voice, Nxumalo brings her listeners into the raw and vulnerable experience of seeking guidance from her forefathers.

Entertainment Music
Cebolethu Shinga|Published

Linda Sikhakhane releases second single, ‘Ukukhushulwa’

Linda Sikhakhane has released a second single, ‘Ukukhushulwa’, from his upcoming album ‘Iladi’.

Entertainment Music
IOL Reporter|Published

Afropop singer Csana releases new music with Mduduzi Ncube

Ndilinde is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates good music and heartfelt lyrics

Entertainment Music Local
IOL Reporter|Published

Travel Indaba: Strategic partnerships in tourism highlights South Africa's potential as a film and music destination

Delve into insightful discussions on the synergies between film, music, and tourism, featuring esteemed panellists from the entertainment industry.

Travel
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Get ready to groove Cape Town! Judith Sephuma to perform at Greenmarket Square

The anticipation for the return of the Cape Town International Jazz Festival's free concert is palpable, with the City of Cape Town eagerly preparing to embrace the soulful rhythms of jazz once more

Entertainment Music
Oceans Marasha|Published

Blxckie back home with new music after his first tour in the US

Award-winning rapper, Blxckie, has just recently graced the music scene with a new single titled All Faxx, following a successful tour across more than 20 cities in the U. S. , for the first time with American rapper, Bas.

Entertainment Music
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Headline Act – a double celebration for Cape Town’s Jazz Fest

The Cape Town International Jazz Festival will celebrate its 21st appearance on 3 and 4 May this year.

Entertainment Whats On Cape Town
Sarene Kloren|Published

The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards introduces artists from Africa to the world

For the first time ever, the face of Nickelodeon Africa, Lerai Rakoditsoe, will be in Los Angeles to host the official 2023 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards (KCAs) Africa Special

Entertainment Partnered
Brandstories|Published