Lani Magazine

Set to be one of Johannesburg’s much-anticipated Afro Tech events, The Source Collective lands at Sognage venue on Friday, 9 October. An immersive audiovisual event that reimagines what a live electronic music experience can be, The Source Collective will see every performance designed as a cinematic journey – where music, visuals, lighting and storytelling come together to create something far beyond a traditional DJ…

Six of the most exciting hip-hop voices from across Africa and the UK unite for a new collaboration produced by Sarz. Representing South Africa, Yanga Chief becomes the third South African rapper to feature in the Hennessy Cypher, following in the footsteps of Maglera Doe Boy and A-Reece. His inclusion continues Hennessy’s commitment to showcasing…

x Boipelo Mooketsi, South African Broadcaster, MC, Voice Over Artist, Digital Host and Producer has scooped the ‘Entertainment Radio Presenter of The Year’ award win at the Basadi In Music Awards that recently took place. Boipelo received her well-deserved win for her immaculate work within the Radio space and is still beaming with joy from it. The versatile media personality was nominated among other names such…

Beatlab, the digital community platform connecting DJs, producers and music creators across Africa is building the largest multifaceted community platform, and now, through partnering with Soul Candi Institute of Music (SCIM), gives members greater access to professional music education. As part of the partnership, Beatlab members can now enrol in six SCIM courses at discounted…

Award-winning Television and Radio Personality, Zanele Potelwa, keeps shifting the norm and breaking the mould. The multitalented personality recently received the opportunity through Paramount Pictures South Africa to chat to much-loved South African born actress, Thuso Mbedu at the ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ New York press day for the trailer launch viewing. Thuso stated how she is honoured, grateful and excited to play the role of ‘Zeile’…

Following a remarkable run of hit releases including “Asambe Baby,” “Lwetse,” and “Bang’bonile,” Amapiano sensation Xduppy returns with yet another powerful offering. This time, he joins forces with Optimistic Music ZA for their electrifying new single, “Jakalas,” set for release on Friday, 24 July 2026. With “Wait Jakalas,” Xduppy and Optimistic Music ZA come armed with a…

 Mpumalanga Traditional Music Festival officially returns to eMalahleni this September, the 2nd installment of the highly anticipated festival will be a diversed collective of South Africa’s finest artists in traditional music.  The upliftment and celebration of Mzansi’s traditions through music is set to deliver a massive list 34 Performers that are much loved by South…

RELEASE DATE: Friday, 7 August 2026 RECORD LABEL: Stay True Sounds Listen: !Sooks & J’Something feat. King Dashnote – Bring On The Night Stream/ Download: Bring On The Night Widely celebrated singer-songwriter and performer J’Something joins forces with acclaimed Eswatini-born electronic music creator !Sooks for a powerful new interpretation of one of house music’s most…

Grammy Award nominee and multi-award-winning producer, DJ and songwriter MÖRDA continues his remarkable creative evolution with the release of Asante IV, the latest chapter in his acclaimed album series. Having established himself as one of Africa’s most celebrated electronic music pioneers, MÖRDA returns with a project that further cements his reputation for pushing creative boundaries…

Ster-Kinekor is inviting film lovers of all generations to experience the magic of cinema history with the August Throwback Cinema lineup. Audiences are invited to step inside the magic of a darkened cinema to watch three of the world’s most celebrated cinematic masterpieces on the big screen, with all movie tickets priced at an unbeatable…