The glittering heart of Los Angeles pulsed with a distinct South African rhythm tonight as Tyla, the 24-year-old phenom from Johannesburg, once again ascended the Grammy stage, not as a newcomer, but as a reigning force. In a stunning display of back-to-back brilliance, she clinched the Grammy for Best African Music Performance for the second…
The nation paused on its feet today, its collective rhythm syncopated with a beat of remembrance and celebration for Kiernan Jarryd Forbes—AKA, the Supa Mega. On what would have been his 38th birthday, South Africa did not simply commemorate a departed star; it actively engaged with the colossal, still-vibrant legacy of a rapper, producer, and…
A fiery legal and public relations clash has erupted between the iconic peri-peri brand Nando’s and controversial music executive Nota Baloyi, centering on the rights to a beloved South African music sample and threatening to draw in rapper Kwesta and viral sensation Rachel Kolisi. The dispute ignites around Nando’s recent, widely celebrated television and digital…
The digital teaser opens not on a stage, but on a threshold. Sjava, the artist born Jabulani Hadebe, stands in the doorway of a rural homestead at dusk, the fading light etching his silhouette against the warm glow of a kitchen fire. There is no booming bassline, only the distant chorus of crickets and the…
JOHANNESBURG — A high-stakes legal battle is brewing in the South African entertainment and corporate world, pitting controversial music executive and entrepreneur Nota Baloyi against the marketing juggernaut Nando’s. Baloyi has filed a lawsuit demanding R850,000 in damages from the fast-food chain, alleging the unauthorized and unlawful use of Brenda Fassie’s timeless anthem “Vuli Ndlela” in a widely circulated television…
In an industry where whispers of unfair contracts and unpaid royalties are commonplace, superstar producer and hitmaker DJ Maphorisa has made a powerful public statement through sheer financial transparency. On January 24, 2026, the amapiano pioneer took to social media to share verified proof of a staggering R8 million payout in royalties distributed to artists affiliated with…
Johannesburg, South Africa – In a significant boost for the continent’s creative economy, the Soul Candi Institute of Music and Record Label—South Africa’s premier nexus of creative education and industry innovation—has officially launched its new academic cycle, kicking off a sweeping national campaign to recruit the country’s most promising musical talent. This strategic drive, running…
A simmering tension within the upper echelons of South Africa’s music industry erupted into a public spat this week, as producer and hitmaker DJ Maphorisa and controversial media personality and former manager Nota Baloyi traded sharp accusations over success, legacy, and money. The feud, playing out across social media and podcast platforms, has laid bare deep-seated debates about the…
In a chilling ordeal that has exposed the sophisticated and ruthless tactics of criminal syndicates, well-known actress and media personality Nomsa Buthelezi-Shezi was lured, deceived, and ultimately kidnapped in an elaborate plot that began with a seemingly innocent request for wedding décor. The harrowing incident, which has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and left many South…
In a breathtaking fusion of adventure and academic celebration, K3 SA Forest Adventures in Caledon recently played host to an unforgettable day for the Western Cape’s brightest young minds. The adventure tourism company proudly welcomed the Top 10 matric pupils of 2025 from both Swartberg Secondary School and Overberg High School, rewarding their extraordinary scholastic dedication with a once-in-a-lifetime experience on K3 –…
