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When Liquideep and Teargas ruled the airwaves: Zakes Bantwini's nostalgic tweet strikes a chord

Zakes Bantwini's recent tweet has sent fans spiralling back to the unforgettable era of Liquideep and Teargas. Join us as we explore how these iconic acts shaped Mzansi's music scene and why their absence is still deeply felt today.

Entertainment Music
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Capetonians celebrate fandom and pop culture at Cape Town Comic Con

Capetonians embrace their love for pop culture at the sold-out Cape Town Comic Con, showcasing creativity and community spirit through elaborate costumes and engaging events.

News Crime and Courts
Theolin Tembo|Published

The story behind Nick Cannon's unusual insurance choice

Nick Cannon shares the humorous yet serious story behind insuring his testicles for $10 million, revealing the implications for his family.

Entertainment Celebrity News International
Bang Showbiz|Published

Wisteria Lane's new secrets: a sneak peek into the 'Desperate Housewives' reboot

Wisteria Lane is back with a new spin-off series, with fresh secrets and drama.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Bongeziwe Mabandla: the soulful performer set to shine at CTIJF

Renowned South African artist Bongeziwe Mabandla is set to perform at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, sharing his musical journey and inspirations in an exclusive interview.

Entertainment Music Local
Lutho Pasiya|Published

GALLERY: Cape Town International Jazz Festival kicks off with vibrant celebration of music and culture

Join the excitement at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, where local and international artists come together to celebrate the rich tapestry of South African music.

Entertainment Music
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Experience the magic of Igor Butman, renowned Russian saxophonist at CTIJF's second night

Join Igor Butman for an unforgettable evening of jazz, featuring hits from over 10 albums and a blend of South African and Russian songs.

Entertainment Whats On Cape Town
Karishma Dipa|Updated

The Cape Town International Jazz Festival kicks off with a vibrant celebration of music and culture

Join the excitement at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, where local and international artists come together to celebrate the rich tapestry of South African music.

Entertainment Music Local
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Anele Mdoda's big day and a new Kardashian reality show: this week's top 9 entertainment moments

From Anele Mdoda's wedding and Tyla's new smoothie launch, this article covers the latest news highlights that are making waves in South Africa and beyond.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Kamogelo Makhura|Updated

LOOK: The fans, the artists and a city that jazzed it up at the CTIJF's free concert

Join the celebration of music and culture at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival's free concert, where vibrant performances and community spirit come alive.

Entertainment Music Local
Lutho Pasiya|Updated

'Dying for Sex': a hilarious and heartfelt journey through love, loss, and liberation

Based on the true story of a woman who receives a terminal breast cancer diagnosis and decides to live out her final chapter on her own terms.

Entertainment Streaming
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Kanye West unveils dark childhood secret: 'I sucked my cousin's d***' in new track

Ye’s startling new track lays bare a childhood trauma he says shaped his life: early exposure to adult magazines and a sexual relationship with his cousin.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Tyla's Coachella style sparks Britney buzz, but she shuts it down: 'St*u'

The South African singer set the record straight, denying any intentional homage to the pop star.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Fashion
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Theatre lovers unite: 'My Fellow South Africans', 'Shrek the Musical' and 'Music in the Mountains' await

Discover the vibrant theatre scene in South Africa with highlights from 'My Fellow South Africans', 'Shrek the Musical', and the Drakensberg Boys Choir's performance at the Mountains Festival.

Entertainment Whats On Durban
Karishma Dipa|Published

Learn from legends: CTIJF 2025 masterclasses bring the music to life

Join renowned artists at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival for exclusive masterclasses designed for aspiring musicians and music enthusiasts. Learn from the best in the industry and explore the rich tapestry of jazz music.

Entertainment Music Local
Entertainment Reporter|Published

Keyshia Cole's South African concert cancelled, leaving R&B fans heartbroken

R&B fans are left disappointed as Keyshia Cole's concert in South Africa is cancelled due to ongoing scheduling difficulties and unforeseen circumstances.

Cape Argus Lifestyle
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

The gift of music: free concert to set the tone for Africa’s grandest gathering

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival's free concert at Greenmarket Square, featuring a stellar line-up of local and international artists.

Entertainment Music
Entertainement Reporter|Published

Blast off or set up? Conspiracy theories swirl around the all-women rocket launch

Explore the controversy surrounding the all-women space flight featuring Katy Perry and other celebrities, as sceptics question its authenticity and compare it to historical space hoaxes.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

KMat first global pass recipient at the prestigious International Music Summit in Ibiza

KMat, a rising star in the South African music scene, has made history as the first global pass recipient at the prestigious International Music Summit in Ibiza.

Entertainment Music
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Keyshia Cole's South African concert officially cancelled: A dream dashed for R&B fans

In a heartbreaking turn of events for R&B fans, Keyshia Cole's eagerly awaited concert in South Africa has been cancelled, leaving fans disappointed after multiple postponements.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Ear glow up: why ear fillers are the new beauty must-have

Ear fillers are the latest tweak taking off in South Korea’s beauty scene, where even ears are getting sculpted for the perfect selfie.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

WATCH: Snoop Dogg shares heart-warming viral Spur birthday clip of Mzansi's dancing toddler

A South African toddler steals the spotlight at her Spur birthday party, capturing the attention of Snoop Dogg and the internet with her infectious joy.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Lights, camera, exploitation: the toxic reality of child YouTubers in 'Bad Influence'

This eye-opening series uncovers the exploitation and manipulation behind the scenes, raising critical questions about childhood innocence in the age of social media.

Entertainment Streaming
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Kanye West celebrates Tyla but stirs the pot with bizarre comments about his late mother

Kanye West's recent social media post featuring South African artist Tyla has sparked a lukewarm response from Mzansi, while his controversial comments about his late mother raise eyebrows.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Coachella 2025 fashion: a dazzling mix of rituals, reptilians, and Y2K chic

Coachella 2025 came in hot not just with desert sun, but with looks that had the timeline gasping, side-eyeing, and screenshotting.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Fashion
Bernelee Vollmer|Published