After 11 years of demand from fans across the country, acclaimed South African singer songwriter Nathi Mankayi is finally bringing Buyelekhaya back to the stage. Presented in partnership with 1020 Cartel, the nationwide tour of the 2015 classic debut album marks a major milestone in Nathi’s musical journey and celebrates the enduring impact of an…
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REPUTATION IMPACTS YOUR BOTTOM LINE. AI DETERMINES HOW MUCH
Marketing budgets have long been dominated by advertising spend, digital channels, and campaign performance. According to South Africa’s top-ranked public relations (PR) agency, PR Worx, the real question is not where companies spend their money, but what they’re investing in. “Advertising rents attention. Public relations buys the building,” says Madelain Roscher, CEO of PR Worx….
Contact learning remains critical as students seek structure and real-world preparation
No generation of South African youth has spent more of its life in digital environments than this one, yet growing numbers are choosing to learn, work, and socialise in physical spaces again. Higher education is part of that return, as students recognise that campus learning brings them closer to real workplace conditions, where they can…
67 Minutes to Build a Lifetime of Impact: youth@WORK Hosts Mandela Day Business Talk Indaba
As South Africa commemorates the legacy of Nelson Mandela through acts of service and meaningful change, youth@WORK will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, start-ups, SMMEs, strategic partners and young professionals for a powerful morning of dialogue, collaboration and action at the 67 Minutes of Impact Business Talk Indaba. Taking place on Friday, 24 July 2026,…
SMIRNOFF ICE SETS THE TONE FOR DURBAN JULY WEEKEND WITH MOJO’S CAR WASH & SHISANYAMA PRE EXPERIENCE
In Durban, the biggest cultural moments rarely begin where you expect them to. They don’t start on a stage or under bright lights. They start in everyday spaces where people gather, connect and turn ordinary days into something worth remembering. Mojo’s Car Wash & Shisanyama is one of those places. What began as a small…
BRYSON TILLER EARNS 18 NEW RISA CERTIFICATIONS AS SOUTH AFRICA CONTINUES TO EMBRACE HIS CATALOGUE
Grammy-nominated R&B trailblazerBryson Tiller has reached another major milestone in South Africa, earning 18 new Recording Industry of South Africa (RISA) certifications across his celebrated catalogue. The latest accolades include 16 single certifications for fan favourites “Don’t,” “Exchange,” “Let Em Know” and “Right My Wrongs,” reaffirming the enduring popularity of the Louisville native’s music more than a decade after his breakthrough. His acclaimed albums…
SMIRNOFF ICE TAKES OVER DURBAN JULY NIGHTLIFE WITH THE HOT BOX EXPERIENCE POWERED BY DJ TIRA AND DJ SOX
Durban July weekend has evolved far beyond the boundaries of horse racing. Today, it stands as one of South Africa’s most defining cultural moments, a city wide takeover where fashion, music, nightlife and social connection collide in a celebration that stretches from day into the early hours of the morning. On Saturday, 4 July 2026, Durban…
Gordon’s Raises a Glass to Durban July with a Grand Finale at Mkhize Rooftop
Every year, Durban transforms into South Africa’s fashion and entertainment capital as thousands descend on the city for the Durban July an iconic cultural spectacle where horse racing meets haute couture, music, food and unforgettable social moments. While all eyes turn to Greyville Racecourse during the day, the true spirit of Durban July has always…
Celebrated House Duo Jay Em Unveils iSOTTA,a 7-Track Tribute to South African Music Culture
RELEASE DATE: Friday, 3 July 2026 RECORD LABEL: THE BEAT CLUB FOCUS TRACK: “Need To Know” w/ Luke M & Kali Mija STREAM FULL EP: Jay Em – iSOTTA South African producer duo Jay Em return with their most personal project to date as they release their EP, iSOTTA, on Friday, 3 July 2026 via…
ANGELIQUE GERBER AND JACQUELINE FERNS LAUNCH UNSCRIPTED – A BOLD NEW PLATFORM FOR THE CONVERSATIONS WOMEN ARE TIRED OF WHISPERING
South African actress and television personality Angelique Gerber and former Mrs South Africa 2020, entrepreneur and women’s advocate Jacqueline Ferns have officially launched Unscripted with Angie and Jacs, a new YouTube-based talk platform taking on the conversations many women are having privately, but rarely publicly. Launched at a glamorous black-and-gold event at Amazon Restaurant in Menlyn on Wednesday evening, Unscripted brings together two…
