Mzansi screenplay African American makes waves on international film circuit

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Africans moving to America is not a unique phenomenon. In fact, the migration of locals in search of realising their dreams abroad has become more frequent over ...

SAMA 27 celebrates local stars in style

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It's often said that an artist’s true success lies in the loving support from fans. For Blaq Diamond, that statement rang true last night as they were awarded the ...

Residents blame government as Covid-19 cases escalate in Soweto

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Despite Covid-19 cases rising rapidly in Soweto, it is life in usual in many parts of South Africa's biggest township.

Celebs talk mental strength during lockdown

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Various celebrities have stepped up to steer this conversation, to help people find a healthy balance through various initiatives.

Wary parents have mixed feelings about schools reopening

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Many parents are not convinced that the government will ensure their children’s safety.

Simphiwe Dana drops much-anticipated 5th studio album

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Simphiwe Dana’s released her long-awaited 5th studio album, Bamako - co-produced by legendary Malian musician Salif Keita and recorded in Mali, a country of which ...

Covid-19: Ban on alcohol sees trauma unit numbers significantly lowered, say healthworkers

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Health-care workers in some of South Africa’s public hospitals say they have seen a reduction in the number of cases at the trauma units as a result of the ban on ...

DJ Lag jets off to Grammy Awards thanks to Beyoncé's "The Gift"

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DJ Lag will be flying the SA flag high and attending the star-studded event in LA in support of Beyoncé's, "The Lion King: The Gift".

SA Style Awards to announce winners in Sandton

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The SA Style Awards will, on Sunday night, be announcing this year’s winners in a glittery celebration at Sandton City’s Diamond Walk.

Independent movie ‘Losing Lerato’ grosses R4. 1m in five weeks

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Losing Lerato made waves in its first weekend at the box office on September 13 and has since grossed R4. 1 million in five weeks.

Red tape leads to suffering for children, mothers

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Children’s Rights attorney Annelie du Plessis blamed limited resources in the public and justice sectors for exposing children, especially those without documents, ...

WATCH: Angola Camp 13 takes new look at exile

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Playwright Sello Maseko’s award-winning musical, Angola Camp 13, returns to the State Theatre for a second time from a successful run at the National Arts Festival ...

Zodwa Wabantu and Material Don Dada tell it like it is in doccie

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Raunchy entertainer and materialistic socialite give their take on evolving black urban culture in documentary

Let’s hear it for the #SAMA25 winners

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SA Music Awards, celebrating 25 years, rocked the arena

Black Coffee bags 5 Sama nominations

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Music awards promise to be a night to remember for artists and voting fans

Banyana captain Janine Van Wyk aims to defend her dream

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The Banyana Banyana captain's eye remains firmly on the prize ahead of the Fifa Women?s World Cup

Watch VideoSongbird Simphiwe Dana stars in new film 'Joko Ya Hao'

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Directed by Mmabatho Montsho, 'Joko Ya Hao', modelled on the life of late Struggle icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.

Lifetime award for kwaito’s Doc Shebeleza

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Doc Shebeleza did not share the lifetime achievement award, unlike in past years when it was shared among a number of recipients.

Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards reiterate that Kwaito isn't dead

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The biggest winner on the night was singer-songwriter and poet Busiswa who walked away with the Best House Single Album - Bazoyenza

Khanyi Mbau is finally coming into her own

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After more than a decade in the business, actress Khanyi Mbau feels she has an authentic story to tell

Lesotho kicks off summer with wine, music, arts and adventure

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Eighteen13, a black-owned winery, present Holimo Wine, Gin and Jazz festival - a three-day arts, wine and music bonanza.

WATCH: Acapella gospel group hotfoots it in award stakes

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To the older generation, they seem more like a young version of multi- Grammy Award winners Ladysmith Black Mambazo.

Yvonne Chaka Chaka up for All Africa award

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The songbird places the responsibility to rebuild Africa on each person who calls the continent home.

Row over recognition of HHP's customary marriage far from over

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HHP’s family is finalising court papers to challenge the ruling based on the cultural requirements for a marriage to be recognised

Honouring SA men who make a difference

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The SA Men Of The Year Awards are set to honour five of Mzansi’s legends for their selfless work and leadership on November 29.