Lani Magazine

The historic Bedfordview landmark is being reimagined as a safer, more welcoming destination for nature, food, family, community and live culture, with hospitality and events visionaries who have a longstanding connection to the park and its history at the heart of its next chapter. EKURHULENI, SOUTH AFRICA – Gillooly’s Farm, one of Gauteng’s most recognisable…

The fourth season of the BRICS+ Fashion Summit will take place in Moscow later this month from 28-30 September 2026. Over the past several years, it has become the largest event for the Fashion Business of Fast-Growing Economies and one of the key fixtures on the international industry calendar globally. The Forum is among the accredited…

The best house parties have a certain formula which is the perfect location, a good guest list, great music and a reason to stay a little longer. On Saturday night, Smirnoff Ice brought all four together in Bryanston, Johannesburg launching its first house party experience.  Hosted at a secret location, the evening delivered the kind…

South African singer/songwriter Lusanda has been named Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Ambassador of the Month, an honour that arrives alongside the release of her new single “Lunchbox,” out this Friday, September 11. “Lunchbox” closes out “By The Time I Wake Up”, a three-track body of work, opening with “Progress” and continuing with the new fan-favorite title…

“African grooves, supple jazz singing and compassionate social consciousness; She is both serious and seductive.” – The New York Times           (Johannesburg, South Africa) – Following the release of her three well received singles over the past few weeks, GRAMMY-nominated vocalist-songwriter Somi recently released her full album aptly titled ‘What Does It Take to Bloom?’ via her…

 The First Note, created by Y, is an exciting first of its kind strictly digital, music talent search competition designed to uncover, develop and celebrate the next generation of South African musical talent. An exciting platform for emerging artists to showcase their voices, creativity and artistry, The First Note gives aspiring performers with a smart phone from across South Africa,…

Johnnie Walker is officially bringing its iconic Scotch whisky into the ready-to-drink category with the launch of Johnnie & Lemonade, a portable, flavour-first CAN built for a generation that drinks on its own terms. Already available on shelves nationwide, the innovation makes its cultural debut at a live experience with Groovers Prayer on 5 September, at Toadbury Hall. Johnnie…

The Source Collective, an Afro Tech event taking place at Sognage on Friday, 9 October has announced its exciting lineup. Attendees can expect a lineup that needs no introduction, with names such as Culoe De Song, Gumz x Pansula, Chronical Deep, Da Africa Deep, ISIKO and KGzoo.  Culoe De Song is an internationally acclaimed South African DJ, producer and musician widely recognized as a pioneering figure in global electronic…

Following the success of its inaugural edition in 2025, Y is bringing back First Touch for a second year, inviting Jozi’s young, energetic and sport-loving communities to lace up, lock in and get into the game. Returning to Marks Park Sports Club in Emmarentia next Saturday, 12 September 2026, First Touch brings together the competitive…

Not so long ago, conversations about women in technology centred on whether space would be created for them to lead. Today, the answer is visible in the work itself. Women are building businesses, creating employment and solving problems that shape how people and organisations connect, operate and grow. The Innovator Trust Women in Tech (WIT)…