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From corporate boardrooms to sailing adventures and the wonderfully unpredictable world of fiction, South African author Steve Hegerstrom has built a diverse collection of books inspired by life, experience and imagination. His latest title, *Billy Bonkers – Trials and Tribulations*, introduces readers to an eccentric character whose theories about time travel, aliens and everyday life …
DURBAN, KZN – September 2026 – The city of Durban is set to host one of the country’s biggest braai weekends on Saturday, 26 September 2026, as the second annual eThekwini Shisanyama Festival takes centre stage at Berea Rovers, bringing together music, food, culture and local entertainment. At the heart of the festival is a …
From 6 to 30 August, the Ndlovu Youth Choir cemented their reputation as one of South Africa’s premier arts export with a hugely successful debut at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. As they have done all around the world, the Choir immediately charmed audiences in the city’s famous Assembly Hall, with critics just as enthusiastic in …
Throwback Cinema brings Taxi Driver and Matilda back to the big screen – with tickets only R50 There’s something about the arrival of spring that makes us want to shake off the old and embrace the new, but Ster-Kinekor is giving movie lovers a very good reason to look back as September gets underway. This …
Johannesburg, South Africa – 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, …
The wait is almost over! Tropika Island of Treasure is officially returning to screens for its highly anticipated 12th season, bringing a fresh dose of adventure, competition, celebrity star power and, of course, plenty of smoooth moments. Set against the stunning backdrop of Réunion Island, the latest season promises to take contestants and viewers on …
Jan Blohm takes to the Boardwalk ICC stage with Tot Daar Waar Die Lig Is, an intimate live performance celebrating more than two decades of music, storytelling and personal growth. Known for his honest lyrics and distinctive sound, Blohm will perform beloved favourites alongside reflective new material in a heartfelt evening filled with love, loss, …
Meet Sine Madondo, TikTok creator and JAECOO brand ambassador Sinethemba Madondo, better known as Sine Madondo, has built a distinctive online identity by turning everyday South African experiences into theatrical stories, often delivered in her deliberately exaggerated “posh British accent”. Whether she is narrating a simple trip to the kitchen or transforming an ordinary routine …
The Rand Airport Airshow 2026 returns to Rand Airport, Germiston, on Sunday, 30 August 2026, marking the first Rand Airport Airshow since 2023. After a three-year break, the much-anticipated airshow returns with a thrilling day of aviation, entertainment and family fun. Gates open at 08:00, with the flying display and airshow programme running from 10:00 …
After months of regional competition, packed gaming areas and players battling their way through qualifiers in malls across South Africa, the Hyprop MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience is heading for its biggest stage yet. From 26 to 30 August, Canal Walk Shopping Centre in Cape Town will host the culmination of the 2026 tournament, bringing together …
Boksburg-born independent artist Kwanda (KayDa1st) Peterson is continuing to pursue his passion for music with the release of original songs that reflect real life, hope, and personal experiences. As an independent musician, KayDa1st has remained committed to creating meaningful music while balancing the responsibilities of everyday life and fatherhood. His goal is to inspire listeners …
Winter in South Africa has a way of bringing people together. Whether it’s a backyard braai around the fire, a rugby watch party, Sunday lunch with family or a milestone celebration, the colder months invite us to slow down, reconnect and make the moments together count. While the occasions may differ, one thing remains constant: …
Experience a trio of transformation with Zumba, Pilates and a healing sound bath. This Women’s Month, Black Rose Concepts is offering Cape Town women a reset of their body and nervous system all in one morning, with the city skyline as the backdrop. Harmony in Motion is not just another fitness event. It is carefully …
WILDERNESS, South Africa, 12 August 2026, With only days remaining before its Women’s Better Sex Workshop in Wilderness, Consensuality is inviting women to book for Everything Your Momma Never Taught You About…, taking place at Naughty by Nature this Saturday, 15 August 2026. The three-hour workshop forms part of Consensuality’s wider education-led offering, which combines …
DURBAN, South Africa – This Women’s Day, Brown Sugar Oceans is uniting women from across KwaZulu-Natal through a special brunch celebrating sisterhood, connection and womanhood. Taking place on Sunday, 9 August 2026, the gathering invites women to come together over great food, music and conversation—creating a space where they can network, build new friendships, celebrate …
The road to the MTN SHIFT national finals is getting shorter, and CapeGate is the next venue to earn yourself a spot. The gaming experience takes over centre court from 14 to 16 August, offering competitors three days of tournament action, challenges and prizes. CapeGate hosts the final mall stop before the series reaches Canal …
As South Africa’s creator economy continues its rapid rise, some of the country’s biggest brands are increasingly recognising the influence, reach and commercial power of digital creators. The latest sign of that momentum comes from the Content Creator Awards, which has announced an impressive line-up of partners for its 2026 edition, showcasing the growing role …
Durban, South Africa – The eThekwini Shisanyama Festival returns for its second edition on 26 September 2026, with Amapiano heavyweight Kelvin Momo headlining the Heritage Month celebration at Berea Rovers in Durban. The festival brings together food entrepreneurs, music lovers and communities from across KwaZulu-Natal for a celebration of music, culture and authentic South African …
Jacaranda FM is thrilled to announce the appointment of Karabo Peter as the new sports presenter for its award-winning afternoon drive show ‘The Drive with Rob & Roz’. Karabo will join Rozanne McKenzie and Rob Forbes on the popular drive show every weekday between 16:00 and 19:00, with her first broadcast set for Monday, 3 August 2026. …
Jacaranda FM, now supported by First For Women, is proud to announce the return of its flagship women’s entrepreneurship campaign, Her Perfect Pitch, for a fifth consecutive year. The campaign returns to shine a spotlight on the women who are building businesses, creating opportunities and making a difference in their communities. Rooted in Jacaranda FM’s …
One of New Zealand’s most respected rugby journalists, Jamie Wall, returns to Cape Talk’s The Business of Entertainment with Martin Myers on Thursday, 6 August, at 9pm as South Africa and New Zealand prepare to renew what many regard as the greatest rivalry in world rugby. Wall who is travelling with the All Blacks as …
Come and experience the inner city as a car-free playground for the day Main Street Sundays is back on Sunday 9 August, celebrating the people of Jozi, inviting them to join the inner city playground and, more importantly, honouring Johannesburg’s mothers, daughters and sisters on National Women’s Day. Following the success of the first event …
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 …
From chilling horror to laugh-out-loud comedy, Ster-Kinekor shines the spotlight on homegrown cinema this winter… Ster-Kinekor is celebrating the richness, diversity and creativity of South African filmmaking with the exclusive release of two distinctly different local productions over the next two months. From an atmospheric Western horror to a proudly local comedy, audiences can experience …