SportyBet, the flagship betting platform owned by global sports and entertainment powerhouse Sporty Group, today announced the appointment of two of South Africa’s most celebrated athletes — Cheslin Kolbe and Benni McCarthy — as its newest official brand ambassadors. The announcement reinforces Sporty Group’s commitment to elevating African sporting excellence while expanding its influence across…

South African vocalist and songwriter Lucille Slade unveils her new EP Resurfaced – a bold and layered journey of rediscovery. Crafted alongside producer TruHitz, the project finds its voice through texture, depth and emotional honesty. Born in Galeshewe, Kimberley the birthplace of diamonds, Lucille carries that legacy in her storytelling. Diamonds are never found on the surface. You have to dig deep to discover their worth. That is the essence of this moment. The Kimberley Diamond resurfaces with intention, clarity and courage. Throughout Resurfaced Lucille proudly honours her roots. The opening track D.Y. is an ode, a love letter to Kimberley introducing her hometown to the world with a blend of English and Afrikaans. It welcomes listeners into the spirit, pride and…

Tyler, The Creator was announced today as Apple Music’s Artist of the Year, recognizing the hip-hop visionary’s outstanding impact on both music and culture in 2025. Tyler’s output through the end of 2025 reinforced his position as one of the most gifted creatives of his era. Across Apple Music, Tyler had his best year ever…

Skin Renewal, a leader in aesthetic medicine and integrative wellness, proudly confirms its continued partnership with the prestigious Mrs South Africa pageant, a platform that empowers married South African women to embrace confidence, purpose, and authenticity.As a brand that has spent more than two decades championing self-care, confidence, and holistic well-being, Skin Renewal sees the…

Apple Music today announces genre-bending artist LUUKHANYO as the latest artist to be featured in its Up Next artist development program in South Africa. “It feels surreal,” he tells Apple Music. “To be recognised for doing what I love — telling stories that come from real life and emotion — it’s validating. I’ve spent years…

Apple Music today announces Ghanaian singer-songwriter Messiah4L as the latest artist to be featured in its Up Next artist development program in Ghana. “Being selected for the Up Next campaign is a huge honour. It means the world to represent Ghana on this kind of platform. To my fans across the continent, thank you for believing in…

Apple Music today announces Nigerian singer-songwriter CupidSzn as the latest artist to be featured in its Up Next artist development program in Nigeria. “Being selected for the Up Next Campaign means a lot to me,” CupidSzn tells Apple Music. “It’s a reminder that the vision is resonating and the journey is just beginning. My fans can expect…

South Africa’s higher education system is set for one of its biggest shake-ups in recent memory. For the first time, private universities that meet stringent quality and governance standards could soon be recognised on par with public universities under the Department of Higher Education and Training’s (DHET) new draft Policy for Recognition of South African…