Sony Music Africa is proud to announce the signing of Ms. Gideon (born Panduleni Gideon) through a partnership with ERA Music Group. This marks an historic moment as she becomes the first recording artist from Namibia to join the Sony Global Music Company’s roster. At only 20 years old, the soulful singer‑songwriter from Windhoek represents…
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Heineken® 0.0 Wins BASA No Alcohol Trophy as ‘0.0 Reasons Needed’ Campaign Champions Alcohol-Free Choice
Heineken® 0.0 has been awarded the BASA No‑Alcohol Trophy at the South African National Beer Trophy (SANBT) 2025 the country’s largest competition dedicated exclusively to beers brewed in South Africa. The 11th edition brought together 160+ entries, judged by BJCP‑certified experts and international sommeliers in Cape Town. “This recognition confirms what South Africans already know:…
Apple Music Announces Usimamane as January’s Featured Artist for Rap Life Africa
This episode spotlights South African rapper Usimamane and features the latest Hip-Hop news as well as the hottest tracks of the week from across Africa. Tune in to Rap Life Radio With Ebro now on Apple Music 1. Apple Music’s Rap Life Radio, presented by Global Editorial Head of Hip-Hop and R&B, Ebro Darden, will feature Durban-born rapper Usimamane…
The search is on for Mrs South Africa’s next formidable queen
Mrs South Africa, powered by iME, has declared 2026 the year of the formidable woman, with entries for this year’s pageant season now open and applications from married women across the country already pouring in. The past three queens embody that formidable spirit. Tshego Gaelae made history as the first Black woman to be crowned…
Smirnoff ICE Turns Up the Heat at The Balcony Mix Africa: A Sun‑Soaked Celebration of Bold Flavours, Music, Culture, and the Endless Summer Spirit of Mzansi
This past Saturday, 27 December, the Black River Park Sports Field transformed into an exciting summer playground as The Balcony Mix Africa (TBMA) delivered a cultural showcase. The eagerly awaited festival once again positioned South Africa as a global rhythm powerhouse, uniting world class talent, bold creativity, and groovists under one sky. Doors opened at 12:00,…
SMIRNOFF ICE BRINGS THE VIBE TO SOUNDLAND: A ONE‑NIGHT EXCLUSIVE CLASH OF MUSICAL HEAVYWEIGHTS, A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE AND THE UNSTOPPABLE SPIRIT OF DEZEMBA GROOVE IN MZANSI
This past Monday, 15 December, the PlayTSOGO Globe at Suncoast, Durban, transformed into a booming musical playground as SoundLand delivered the last SoundLand of the year, one of the biggest bashes of the month. Doors opened at 2pm and the energy lived until the early hours, turning the venue into a non‑stop centre of rhythm. The…
Robb Report Africa Debuts with Peermont Group — Legacy on the Throne: A Gathering of Africa’s Icons and Future Keepers
Robb Report, the global authority on luxury lifestyle for nearly five decades, has officially launched Robb Report Africa, ushering in a new era for African luxury This landmark moment was celebrated on 25 November 2025 with an exclusive luxury dinner hosted at Emperors Palace’s iconic D’Oreale Grande Hotel, Met Court Suites, and the elegant Galleria Restaurant…
Liqui-Fruit continues to bring feel-good refreshment to summer experiences, celebrating 50 years of groove at Mayonie Open Air: Evolution of Afrohouse at Con Hill
Liqui-Fruit, South Africa’s favourite homegrown fruit juice brand, joined forces with Mayonie for its 50th anniversary celebrations, bringing unrivalled refreshment to the Mayonie Open Air Festival, held this past weekend. This marked the brand’s first major event partnership in honour of its milestone year, and it delivered an unforgettable experience full of flavour, vibrancy, and feel-good…
SHALLIPOPI RELEASES ALBUM ‘AURACLE’
Nigerian rapper and songwriter Shallipopi has dropped his highly anticipated 22-track album AURACLE. Today also marks the release of new single ‘Like That’ featuring WizKid – a sleek, magnetic collaboration destined to ignite global airwaves. With over 440M global streams in the last year alone, Shallipopi continues his meteoric rise with a project that cements him as one of the most innovative voices shaping…
EMPORIO ARMANI REOPENS AT MALL OF AFRICA, JOHANNESBURG
Emporio Armani reopens its store at Mall of Africa, bringing Italian elegance and contemporary luxury to South Africa. Known for its sleek designs and timeless appeal, the brand introduces a new, fresh and immersive retail experience inspired by its flagship store in Milan. The interiors feature soft, neutral tones, with light, modular furnishings that vary…
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