The wait is finally over. In a move that has sent ripples of anticipation through the South African hip-hop scene, the poet-laureate of the genre, Stogie T (born Tumi Molekane), has pulled back the curtain on his highly anticipated new album, Anomy. The reveal includes the official artwork and a formidable 12-track list, marking his first…
In a move that will delight a generation of South African television viewers, the iconic lifestyle magazine show Top Billing is officially set to return to SABC3 in March 2026, marking a triumphant revival six years after its cancellation. The announcement ends years of speculation and fan campaigns, promising a blend of the show’s classic glamour with…
New York City’s fashion elite converged under the towering dinosaur skeletons of the American Museum of Natural History on November 3 for a night that was both a celebration of legacy and a nod to the future: the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards. Hosted by the multi-hyphenate force of nature Teyana Taylor, the evening unfolded as…
It wasn’t just an album; it was an event, a mood, and a masterclass in collaborative chemistry. Three years after its surprise release on November 4, 2022, the collaborative album ‘Her Loss’ from Drake and 21 Savage has shed its initial skin as a mere chart-topper to become a cemented cult classic, a project whose…
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community, Atlanta superstar Lil Baby has announced an unprecedented content strategy that promises to keep him at the forefront of the culture for the next two years. Dubbed “Wham Wednesdays,” the initiative is a monumental pledge to release a brand new song and its accompanying…
A single tweet from media personality Sizwe Dhlomo has ripped the lid off a long-simmering conversation about artist exploitation in the South African music industry, using the poignant example of the late, beloved songstress Zahara. The discussion ignited when Dhlomo took to X (formerly Twitter) to question the widely circulated but unverified claim that Zahara’s multi-platinum, culture-defining 2011…
The vibrant rhythms of the Lekompo music scene have fallen silent in Ga-Seleka, replaced by a pall of grief and unanswered questions. Limpopo police have opened a culpable homicide investigation following the tragic death of local artist Molimisi “Dr Nel” Baatsi, a 31-year-old rising star whose life was abruptly ended on a village road in the…
In a dramatic and emotionally charged public appeal, South African entertainer Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye has directly called out singer Kelly Khumalo, urging her to grant him access to their 11-year-old son, Christian. The plea, made on November 2, 2025, comes in the wake of Khumalo’s recent podcast comments, where she spoke broadly about the challenges of single…
In a dramatic clash between curated luxury and cold financial reality, one of South Africa’s most prominent influencers, Mihlali Ndamase, is facing a severe legal and reputational crisis. The Soweto-born beauty entrepreneur and content creator has been issued a final demand from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) for a tax debt that has ballooned to…
In a move that has sent waves of disappointment through the hip-hop and R&B community, superstars Big Sean and Jhené Aiko have reportedly ended their romantic relationship. According to sources close to the couple, the split was finalized on November 2, 2025, drawing the curtain on a complex, nearly ten-year love story that captivated fans with its deep…
