The culture never waits, and neither does Durban. This 21 February, Smirnoff ICE teams up with Asvnte & Friends to transform Col’Cacchio, Florida Road into the city’s hottest pop-up party destination, a vibrant celebration of self-expression, music, community, and the coastal spirit that defines Durban’s creative heartbeat. Smirnoff ICE x Asvnte & Friends is more than a party, it’s a cultural…

In a special three‑day television event, Mzansi Magic unlocks the original Director’s Cut of InimbaSeason 1 – featuring extended scenes and unseen story layers from Monday 16 February 2026.  As Inimba Season 1 comes to an emotional close on Friday, 13 February, Mzansi Magic is treating fans to a special three‑day programming event that revisits the powerful beginnings…

South Africa’s tertiary education system is undergoing a decisive shift to meet modern labour market demands. The long-outdated National Accredited Technical Education Diploma (NATED) is being pushed aside, replaced by a more credible occupational qualifications framework overseen by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO). Leon Smalberger, CEO of the Academic Institute of Excellence…

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:…

Two of the happiest moments of matriculants’ school careers are the day they receive favourable matric results, and the day they are accepted into the tertiary institution of their choice. But for many, one of the hardest is realising that attending may not be possible due to financial challenges. For Andrew Stoltz and Jandre de…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

South Africa’s most celebrated voices will unite on one stage as Zonke Dikana, Sjava, Mandisi Dyantyis, The Soil and Tbose lead the 2025 edition of Soul By The River, taking place on Saturday, 13 December 2025 at Dickinson Park in Vereeniging.  This powerful lineup positions the event as one of Gauteng’s most compelling year-end gatherings…