Smirnoff ICE Brings the Vibe to Africa Is Not A Jungle: A Bold Celebration of Music, Culture, and the Unstoppable Spirit of Mzansi

This past Saturday, 29 November, Johannesburg came alive as Africa Is Not A Jungle (AINAJ) delivered an unforgettable cultural spectacle at Melrose Arch. The highly anticipated event once again celebrated Africa as a global cultural powerhouse, bringing together world-class music, creative expression, and purpose-driven storytelling. Doors opened at 12:00, and from the very first moment,…

Skin Renewal Celebrates the Strength, Elegance, and Purpose of Mrs South Africa 2025

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 Announces LUUKHANYO as the Latest Up Next Artist in South Africa

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 Announces Messiah4L As The Latest Up Next Artist In Ghana

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 Announces CupidSzn as the Latest Up Next Artist in Nigeria

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…

Private universities set for recognition under new higher education policy

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…

Export compliance is key to Gauteng’s G20 trade ambitions, says GGDA

As world leaders gather for the G20 Summit, the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) is calling on local entrepreneurs to strengthen their export readiness by meeting international compliance standards – from customs certification to country-of-origin barcoding and accurate product labelling. Through the Qondisa Ishishini Lako (“fix your business”) campaign, launched by the Gauteng Department…

Smirnoff ICE Turned Up the Flavour at Balcony Mix Africa: Where Music, Culture and Bold Energy Collided.

Smirnoff ICE turned up the flavour, energy, and unapologetic vibes at one of Africa’s most celebrated music experiences, Balcony Mix Africa as the official partner for this iconic edition. Created by the trailblazing Major League Djz, Balcony Mix Africa has evolved into a cultural movement, a celebration of rhythm, creativity, and unity that sits at the heart of Amapiano culture. This year, fans…

Smirnoff ICE Brings the Heat to Sun City with Fon City: A Weekend of Music, Culture, and the Nakanjani Spirit

This past weekend, Smirnoff ICE brought the Nakanjani energy to Sun City with The Sun City Takeover, an explosive weekend of music, culture, and refreshment that captured the unstoppable vibe of Mzansi’s youth. From Friday, Smirnoff ICE took over the Sun City Day Clubs, transforming them into vibrant playgrounds of connection, flavour, and fun. Guests soaked up the sun with ice-cold Smirnoff ICE…