This Week’s Episode Features a Conversation With Ayo Maff and the 5 Hottest Tracks of the Week! Tune in to Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday, June 27th at 9a Lagos/London / 10a Johannesburg/Paris / 1a LA / 4a NYC on Apple Music 1. Cover Star InterviewNigerian Afrobeats star Ayo Maff joins Nandi Madida via…
Homegrown Tech: STYLO Brings a Device Powerhouse to Mzansi without the Hefty Price Tag
PEP CELL has launched its latest device range: STYLO smartphones – devices designed to give South Africans more power, more speed and more creativity for less. And to prove it? The brand hosted an immersive experience in Cape Town, putting the device straight into the hands of the people who know content best: creators. This Wasn’t Your Typical…
SA Entrepreneurs are Rising Beyond Their Roots, But Growth Demands Support
SME confidence is climbing in 2025, with more business owners viewing the economy and government efforts as supportive of growth. But the pressure isn’t off. The latest Business Partners SME Confidence Index shows cash flow, economic conditions, and limited funding remain the top barriers. To overcome these, 86% of SMEs say access to finance is critical, 85%…
Gbedu Nights Debuts In Cape Town This Africa Month with an African Music Experience
A strictly Afrobeats and African music experience, ‘Gbedu Nights’, is officially spreading its wings to the stunning city of Cape Town. “Gbedu”, known as a Yoruba word meaning “Big Drum”, while its urban meaning is groove, vibes, fun and rhythm. Spokenpriestess (Afrobeats & Afro Pop DJ), Kat Upendi (Afrobeats & Alte Cruise DJ) and Boujeena (Afrobeats & Afro House DJ) are three phenomenal female DJs from Johannesburg that founded and curated the Gbedu Nights…
Nandi Madida Celebrates 100 Episodes of Africa Now Radio with Zakes Bantwini and Apple Music
Nandi Madida’s marked recently marked a significant milestone as she celebrates 100 episodes of Africa Now Radio on Apple Music 1. The star was surprised at a private dinner recently hosted by Apple Music with the likes of husband Zakes Batwini showing up to mark the moment. Since 2023, Nandi has led a sonic tour across Africa, interviewing…
Lay’s Brings Football Joy to Tembisa in a Youth Celebration Fit for Champions
As South Africa geared up to commemorate Youth Day, Lay’s is brought the beautiful game home in a celebration of football, community, and future-forward sustainability in partnership with Safe-Hub. Set in the heart of Tembisa at the Safe-Hub – home to the Lay’s RePlay pitch, this community-focused event marked the culmination of Lay’s 2025 UEFA…
Revitalising Joburg: Youth Empowerment and Urban Renewal Ahead of G20
Empowering Johannesburg’s Youth Through Urban Renewal: How ITFFA and Jozi My Jozi Are Paving the Way for Job Creation and Positive Storytelling Ahead of the G20 Summit With the G20 Summit just around the corner, Johannesburg is gearing up to showcase its remarkable transformation to the world. A powerful collaboration is underway between the International…
Zanele Potelwa Interviews Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler and Sinners Cast In London
Award-winning Television and Radio Personality, Zanele Potelwa, keeps aiming for greater heights while flying the South African flag high. Fresh from the critically acclaimed Sinners movie London premiere, Zanele is still in awe of the opportunity she was given to sit with, and interview some of the talented cast members. Actor, producer and director Michael B. Jordan who plays twins, Stack and Smoke, explained how the recent role has challenged him and…
EL&N LONDON BLOOMS IN PRETORIA
THE WORLD’S MOST INSTAGRAMMABLE CAFÉ OFFICIALLY OPENS IN MENLYN MAINE CENTRAL SQUARE PRETORIA The wait is over, Pretoria. The iconic pink doors of EL&N London have officially opened at Menlyn Maine Central Square, bringing a breath of bold British charm and floral fantasy to the capital city. Known globally as the world’s most Instagrammable café,…
Busamed launches N3 safety campaign to curb Easter weekend road deaths
In an effort to promote road safety and provide rapid emergency medical support over the high-risk Easter weekend, the Busamed Private Hospital Group will launch a large-scale awareness and visibility campaign along the N3 corridor, with key activations taking place on Thursday, 17 April and Monday, 21 April 2025 at the Engen Bergview 1 Stop…
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