Celebrated Broadcaster, Media Personality, MC,Voice Artist and Content Creator, Karabo Ntshweng, welcomes an exciting change in her radio career – switching from night time to day time radio. ‘5 Mid Mornings with Karabo’ on 5FM is a brand new radio show that will see Karabo pivot into yet another milestone in her powerful media industry journey. Airing weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00, 5 Mid Mornings with Karabo…
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MUSIC CHANNEL TRACE AFRICA REBRANDS TO TRACE NGOMA
As part of our ongoing commitment to enhance our customers’ viewing experience and deliver content that resonates deeply with local audiences, Trace together with Canal + and MultiChoice are proud to announce the rebrand of TRACE AFRICA to TRACE NGOMA this December. Deeply rooted in the heartbeat of South Africa, TRACE NGOMA celebrates the rhythms,…
Da Kruk Revisits His Global Afro House Anthem ‘MAGIC’ with a 10-Year Anniversary Remaster – official press release
Acclaimed South African DJ, Producer and Radio Personality, Da Kruk, celebrates a major milestone with the 10-year anniversary re-release of his global Afro House anthem titled ‘MAGIC‘ featuring Chicago songstress, Lili K and production contributions from South African House music stalwart, Gaba Cannal. Originally released in 2016, the record quickly grew from an underground dance floor moment into an international Afro House classic. With its hypnotic groove, emotive vocal performance and…
SMIRNOFF ICE AND RANDZ CAPE TOWN TURN THE TOWNSHIP INTO THE ULTIMATE CULTURAL PLAYGROUND
This past Saturday, the township came alive as Smirnoff ICE partnered with Randz Cape Town to deliver a high-energy celebration that proved, once again, that culture doesn’t need a stage, it needs a space. And ikasi showed up. From the moment the music dropped, it was clear this wasn’t just another party. It was a full-on cultural takeover. A fusion…
SMIRNOFF ICE PULLS UP EKASI: RANDZ CAPE TOWN SET TO IGNITE THE CULTURE THIS SATURDAY
Cape Town is no stranger to energy, but this weekend, the heartbeat of the city shifts where it matters most, ekasi. On Saturday, 21 March 2026, Smirnoff ICE partners with Randz Cape Town to host a high energy celebration of music, style, and street culture right in the township, where authenticity isn’t curated, it’s lived. Randz Cape Town has…
SMIRNOFF ICE TURNS UP THE HEAT AT BANTU TIME, LIGHTING UP FLORIDA ROAD
Durban showed up and showed out as Smirnoff ICE brought the flavour, the energy, and the culture to Bantu Time this past weekend. Hosted at Dropkick Murphy’s on the iconic Florida Road strip, the event delivered an electric night that celebrated music, youth culture, and the unmistakable spirit of the city. From the moment doors opened, Bantu Time transformed…
SMIRNOFF ICE PARTNERS WITH BANTU TIME TO IGNITE DURBAN’S CULTURAL RHYTHM
This weekend, Durban’s cultural pulse comes alive as Bantu Time takes centre stage, with Smirnoff ICE proudly partnering with one of the city’s most exciting youth-driven platforms. Set to bring together a new wave of tastemakers, music lovers, and culture shapers, Bantu Time promises an immersive experience rooted in sound, style, and authentic connection. More than just an event,…
“Two-for-one” C-section and tummy tuck idea alarms surgeons
The ‘mommy makeover’ is trending, and a growing number of patients are now asking whether cosmetic procedures such as a tummy tuck, liposuction, or breast augmentation can be performed at the same time as a Caesarean section. But surgeons warn that combining elective cosmetic surgery with a C-section can sharply escalate risk during an already…
Lucasraps Releases New Project
Lucasraps unveils Y.O.G, a project that reveals a deeper creative perspective – a voice that has been quietly forming beneath the surface of his music. Y.O.G represents more than a new release. It introduces a clearer version of the artist himself: a perspective shaped by growth, experience, and the process of his place within music and within his own journey. The project captures a moment where confidence, reflection, and experimentation meet. Across the body of work, Lucas balances honest storytelling with moments of playful creativity, staying grounded in the hip-hop foundation that has defined his career. “The direction of this project came from where I am in life right now,” he explains. “I wanted the music to feel honest, confident, and a little playful at the same time.” At the center of the project is the idea of Y.O.G itself – a creative perspective that exists within Lucasraps. It represents the part of the artist that emerges when the noise quiets and the focus becomes clear. With Y.O.G, Lucasraps approaches his craft with a stronger sense of identity. The songwriting, delivery, and overall direction of the project reflect an artist who has grown more certain about his voice and the lane he occupies. “Before, I was still figuring out my identity as an artist,” he says. “With this project, I feel like I really understand my lane. The writing, the delivery, and the vision behind everything are much more focused.” Collaboration plays a meaningful role throughout the project. Lucasraps worked with a number of artists and producers whose creative perspectives helped shape the sound of the music. “Every collaboration brought a different energy to the songs,” he says. “It pushed me creatively and helped the music grow in ways it probably wouldn’t have if I made it alone.” One of the most personal moments on the project arrives through the track “Rags To Riches.” The song reflects a defining chapter in Lucasraps’ journey and captures a moment of reflection within the broader narrative of the project. “That one feels the most personal,” he shares. “It represents a real moment in my life and exactly how I felt at that time.” More than anything, Lucasraps hopes Y.O.G allows listeners to experience different sides of his artistry -the confidence, the reflection, the playfulness, and the honesty that shape the project. “I want people to feel something real when t hear it,” he says. “Whether it’s the confidence, the fun moments, or the personal songs, I just want the music to connect.” With Y.O.G, Lucasraps presents a project that reveals an artist…
Sony Music Announces the Signing of Dynamic Amapiano Trio – Rogers, Neville NP & Njeba Baba collectively known as Ten 3ple One
Sony Music is proud to announce the official signing of rising Amapiano trio Rogers, Neville NP and Njeba Baba collectively known as Ten 3ple One, a vibrant collective hailing from the heart of Alexandra, Johannesburg. Known individually as multitalented performers and collectively as a creative force reshaping the sound of the streets, the trio brings an…
