Entertainment
New single aims to bring traditional music to global dancefloors
Eastern Cape musicians Vuyisani Sholo, popularly known as Mr Vee Sholo, and Rapulana Mothlabane, aka Malume Womdantso, are set to release their much-anticipated single, Amaquza, on May 30.
From diary prayer to platinum debut single
Qonce-born singer Ntombemhlophe is celebrating a dream come true after her debut single, Mama, achieved platinum status less than a year after its release.
TruTalent Search crowns two new Eastern Cape stars
Two aspiring broadcasters from the Eastern Cape have been named winners of the 2026 TruTalent Search competition sponsored by Telkom, earning presenter contracts with TruFM.
‘Thabo the Space Dude’ lands at Umtiza Festival
The Guild Theatre will bring to life Lori-Ann Preston’s award-winning sci-fi comedy book series, Thabo the Space Guy, in nine scheduled performances from May 18 to 20 as part of the 10th Umtiza Festival.
South Africa takes centre stage at Cannes
South African filmmakers are making a strong impression at this year’s 79th Cannes International Film Festival in France, as African storytelling gains significant prominence at the world’s most prestigious film festival
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Msomi brings it back home for launch of second solo album
Mdantsane-born gospel singer Ncebakazi Msomi will return home on Friday for the launch of her second solo album, 37th Psalm, at the Downtown Christian Centre in KuGompo City — her first major performance in the city after more than two decades away.
SPOTLIGHT | ‘Michael’ sets new record, the ‘Devil’ is back, big hits on DStv
Spotlight is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in SA, exclusive film trailers and more
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Catch Mercedes-Benz Expo, Zuko SA, golf day and Chef Zinzi
‘It’s about time’ — Anele Mdoda launches podcast
The podcast will span eight episodes, bringing the lives of SA women into focus
Eastern Cape record boss pushes municipalities to support local artists
Talent search programme aims to enable local musicians to record and distribute their music without having to relocate to Johannesburg
Zuko SA brings ‘He Who Sent Me’ tour to Guild Theatre
Award-winning Afro-soul musician Zuko Kupiso, better known as Zuko SA, is set to take to the stage at the Guild Theatre on Saturday as part of his “He Who Sent Me” tour, bringing an intimate live experience to local audiences.
TK Nciza overreacting by suing me for my Zahara comments: Magibili
Interview references about singer’s death were metaphorical, not literal - Magibili
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Big names and local flavour: Manana, Ralf GUM and Maskandi Fest lead the week
Global traditions and local culture link up on International Jazz Day
Buffalo City Metro will mark International Jazz Day with a live music showcase at House 87, blending global jazz traditions with the Eastern Cape’s cultural identity.
























