Entertainment

Daniel Anderson Returns to The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk After witnessing the remarkable production of Vincent at Die Koelkamers in Paternoster just two weeks ago  CapeTalk host Martin Myers knew he had to invite acclaimed actor Daniel Anderson back to The Business of Entertainment. Join the conversation on Thursday, 16 July at 9:00 PM on CapeTalk as Myers and Anderson explore the phenomenal …

The Pretoria manufacturer heads into the mid-2026 events season with a full range of injection-moulded chairs, desks and homeware built for South African conditions. As South Africa works through the cooler months of 2026, the steady flow of weddings, conferences, school events and community gatherings keeps demand high for seating that is easy to move, …

The Glen played host to another action-packed weekend of the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience, with a fresh group of champions emerging as the race to the National Finals continued. The latest leg of the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience brought another weekend of intense competition to The Glen, where gamers battled it out across EA FC …

Shoppers to test their skills against a virtual goalkeeper this weekend, with cash prizes on offer for the best strikers in Centre Court. Think you’ve got what it takes? With the FIFA World Cup still underway, CapeGate Shopping Centre is giving football fans the chance to step onto the pitch themselves. From 10 to 12 …

NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa — In an era where attention spans are short and trends change overnight, independent hip hop artist Empire Nxumalo is taking a different route. Rather than chasing viral moments, he is focused on building a catalogue that reflects authenticity, growth, and longevity. Hailing from Nongoma, Empire Nxumalo has steadily developed a …

Mokopane, Limpopo – 07 July 2026. Acclaimed Milanese deep house DJ and producer duo Harley & Muscle, consisting of William Cataldo and Flavio Romaniello, will celebrate 30 years in the electronic music industry with their only African performance at Vinyl Camp 2026, on 2-4 October 2026. The exclusive appearance marks the duo’s only confirmed performance …

Cape Town: South Africa is celebrated around the world for producing exceptional wines, offering something for every taste and occasion. As consumer preferences continue to evolve, more wine lovers are discovering that great wine doesn’t have to come in a bottle. Box wine has become a popular choice for those looking for convenience, value, and quality …

History was made this evening as the highly anticipated political thriller ’77: The Festac Conspiracy held its star-studded World Premiere at the International Conference Centre in Lusaka, Zambia. Serving as an anchor event for the Africa Creative Market (ACM) 2026, marking the first time the prestigious cross-continental market has expanded outside of Nigeria. The premiere …

FAME Week Africa and Frames of Freedom Launch New Initiative Connecting Africa’s Brightest Film Researchers with the Screen Industry Johannesburg, South Africa: – FAME Week Africa has partnered with Frames of Freedom to launch a new webinar series that brings Africa’s leading film researchers into conversation with the screen industry, creating a platform where groundbreaking …

Johannesburg, South Africa – South African award-winning choreographer and performer Thami Tshabalala will premiere his latest dance theatre production, Girls of the Golden West, at the Kucheza Festival 2026, bringing an urgent and thought-provoking exploration of  Black queer identity, visibility, and self-definition to the national stage. Set to run from 7–12 July 2026 at the Sibusiso Kwinana Theatre …

The Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill is turning up the volume this winter with an epic music programme set to unite festivalgoers on the KZN North Coast from 4 to 18 July 2026. Music remains one of the defining elements of this longest-running professional surf contest, complementing world-class surfing with free beachfront concerts, sunset sessions, …

Cape Town gamers, your next challenge has arrived. The MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience heads to Table Bay Mall from 10 to 12 July, bringing three days of competitive play, live challenges and prize-winning opportunities to centre court. As one of South Africa’s biggest gaming tournaments and the only one staged in malls nationwide, MTN SHIFT …

The creator economy is often discussed as if it belongs only to influencers, podcasters, YouTubers, and people with large followings. That misses the deeper change taking place. What is happening now is not simply the arrival of new platforms but the reshaping of creative work itself. The type of jobs emerging from the creator economy …

Pirates, fairy dust and a flight to Neverland mark this year’s family theatre tradition at Canal Walk. Canal Walk’s winter theatre tradition returns this year with Peter Pan, marking the 24th production to take to the Centre Court stage. Audiences can expect flying scenes, fairy dust and a fair amount of pirate mischief when the …

The Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill returns to Willard Beach in KwaDukuza from 4 to 18 July 2026 under the theme Wave of Unity, celebrating its 57th year with an epic coastal lifestyle festival. Hosted along the KZN North Coast, the internationally recognised event will bring world-class sport, music, culture, and seaside experiences to one …

Several familiar names reclaimed their place among the winners as Pretoria’s gaming community gathered for three days of live competition. Pretoria’s gaming community took centre stage at Woodlands Mall from 12 to 14 June, where returning champions and new contenders competed in the latest leg of the 2026 MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience. The results reflected …

There is a painting that stares back at you. Not in the way the Mona Lisa does; that famous, elusive smile that has launched a thousand scholarly careers and a million tourist selfies. No, Makoti stares back with something far more unsettling: recognition. She knows you see her. And she knows you don’t fully understand …

Boardwallk Hotel and Casino invites audiences to an evening of laughter, reflection, and powerful storytelling with acclaimed comedian Vafa Naraghi, as he presents his one-man show Becoming South African on 31 July 2026 at 19h00. The show will take place at the iconic Boardwalk ICC, offering guests a compelling blend of comedy and cultural insight …

Boardwalk Hotel and Casino proudly presents The Voice of Courage Fashion Show, taking place on 14 August 2026 at 18h00, an inspiring evening where fashion, elegance, and social impact come together in support of meaningful community change. The event will be hosted at the iconic Boardwalk ICC, bringing together designers, performers, media partners, and community …

Oh Happy Days mini sports and games fun runs at the mall’s Rochester Court from 27 June to 11 July Clearwater Mall is taking this winter’s school holidays back to basics with Oh Happy Days, a mini sports and games activation built around bowling, basketball, board games and good old-fashioned play rather than screens. Running …

This Father’s Day weekend, Hyde Park Corner is turning Centre Court into a racetrack, with a Ferrari simulator and a display of Ferrari and supercars for shoppers, families and motorsport fans to enjoy between 19 and 21 June. It gives dads a reason to bring the family out for something other than the usual lunch …

From the Fighting Cup to the EA FC 26™ Mall Final, Johannesburg players set the standard for the season ahead. Rosebank Mall opened the 2026 MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience drawing competitors across EA FC 26™, Beat Saber, the Fighting Cup and the Keyboard Rebuild Race. With R350,000 in total prizes on the line across the …

The second stop of the 2026 series brought out the Western Cape’s sharpest competitors, with the R350,000 prize pool and a National Finals berth on the line. Three days of competition at Somerset Mall completed the second stop of the 2026 MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience. Players turned out across EA FC 26™, the Fastest Lap …

Chatsworth Centre was alive with energy, excitement and plenty of laughter as the highly anticipated Ultimate Comedy Weekend took place from 5 to 7 June 2026, drawing crowds from across the community for three incredible days of entertainment. Hosted in partnership with ZE Models International, the event proved to be a resounding success, bringing together …