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…
Apple Music Releases New Africa Now DJ Mix Featuring DJ Big N
Apple Music has released this month’s Africa Now DJ Mix, featuring Nigerian DJ, producer and tastemaker DJ Big N. One of the most influential figures in contemporary Afrobeats, DJ Big N has played a pivotal role in shaping the genre’s sound and global reach. As the in-house DJ for Mavin Records, his career spans over a…
Apple Music Announces February’s Exclusive Isgubhu DJ Mix, Mixed by Suraj (KE) b2b Euggy with DWSON as the Isgubhu Playlist Cover Star
Apple Music has released its latest Isgubhu DJ Mix, featuring a special back-to-back mix from Kenyan electronic music pioneers Suraj (KE) and Euggy, available exclusively on Apple Music from Friday, 6 February 2026. Isgubhu continues to serve as Apple Music’s home for African dance music culture, spotlighting the producers, DJs and sounds shaping the continent’s club scenes. This month’s…
Mrs South Africa 2026 semi-finalists revealed following live national casting events
Mrs South Africa, powered by iME, has officially begun unveiling its 2026 semi-finalists following a series of high-energy live casting events across the country, kicking off one of the most competitive entry seasons in the programme’s history. Entries for the 2026 season closed on Monday, 26 January, drawing hundreds of applications nationwide. According to organisers,…
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:…
Bursaries breathe new life into Bethany House matriculants’ dreams
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…
Heronbridge College matriculant ranks among South Africa’s top IEB achievers
olaine Maritz, a 2025 Heronbridge College matriculant, has emerged as one of the country’s top-performing learners after achieving 10 distinctions and a 95% average in the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) final examinations. Her results earned her an IEB Outstanding Achievement recognition and placed her in the Top 1% nationally across six subjects, including English Home…
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,…
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