Venecia Valentine

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British super group Smokie coming to SA

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British super group Smokie are coming to South Africa in celebration of their 45th Anniversary World Tour, this month.

Atlantic Starr to rock Cape Town

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The iconic Atlantic Starr rhythm and blues band, based in White Plains, New York, are set to wow Cape Town.

Acclaimed British music sensation JP Cooper set for return to SA for three shows

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No stranger to South Africa, acclaimed British singer and songwriter JP Cooper returns for his 2024 World Tour this year.

Marc Lottering is now SA Comic Hall of Famer

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South African comedy giants were celebrated at the 11th Annual Savanna Comics' Choice Comedy Awards over the weekend.

Nadia Jaftha says she will not be silenced amid brother-drama

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Two weeks later, Nadia has broken her silence and distanced herself from her family’s ‘toxic’ behaviour.

Watch VideoLesley-Ann Brandt to play SA character in ‘The Walking Dead’ spin-off

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SA-born actress and producer Lesley-Ann Brandt is set to star as a lead character in the latest TV show, ‘The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live’, which will premiere ...

The show must go on for The Kiffness after US robbery

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Band leader David Scott, ...

Cape Flats boy makes acting debut in lead role in ‘Spinners’ series

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The petite boy’s mom, Lameesha Otto, said he was going to be an extra on the series, but won the hearts of producers and landed a bigger role than he expected.

‘Thanks, chommie’: Tyla makes Mzansi proud on Jimmy Fallon talk show

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In her latest TV appearance on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’, the Johannesburg-born superstar made Mzansi proud in a video where she took bottle of water ...

‘Arendsvlei’ ends after six seasons on kykNET

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Two Safta wins in six years is proof of the hard work and creativity of the production team and talent that made ‘Arendsvlei’ a household name in South Africa.

‘Idols SA’ Top 4 racing towards finale

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The evening began with spirit-lifting gospel duets and transitioned into a selection of hits from some of Africa's most promising talents.

Judith Sephuma set to open for international gospel music sensation Bebe Winans

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The tour kicks off at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on December 9 and then moves to Grand Arena in Cape Town on December 15 and ends at SunBet Arena Time Square ...

‘Idols SA’ top 6 talent bare their souls as the competition gets tougher

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In an electrifying performance night, the top six contestants took centre stage, first offering a nostalgic nod to memorable opening auditions and later setting ...

WATCH: Schalk Bezuidenhout leaves SA in stitches as he mimics Britney Spears recent video

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Bezuidenhout filmed his take on the video, armed with two large knives, a makeshift crop top and a white and yellow briefs.

Somizi Mhlongo’s heartfelt ‘thank you’ to his parents for contributing to his dreams

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The proud Mhlongo posted an image of himself in front of large portraits of his parents, Ndaba Mhlongo and Mary Twala.

SABC1 drama ‘Uzalo’ gets a facelift as new characters join the cast

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Stained Glass TV, the production powerhouse behind ‘Uzalo’, shared news of a few changes and additions to be seen in the upcoming season.

Romance was the order of the day as ‘Idols SA’ Top 9 serenaded South Africa

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After viewer votes, making it to the ‘Idols SA’ season 19 top 9, were Niikiey, Lungelo, Faith, Nkosi, Thando, Princess, Thabo, Envic, and Sena. Sadly, it was time ...

Lynn Forbes on AKA’s win at the DStv Content Creator awards: ‘My son is a legend and he will live forever, his legacy will ...

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Everyone was chocking back on tears when Lynn Forbes collected the award for her son, even in death, Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes is proving to be South Africa’s best through ...

Jesse Clegg pens emotional tribute to his wife Danie Cooperman on the anniversary of her death

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The platinum-selling singer and guitarist shared the devastating news with followers on September 8, 2022, when Cooperman died. He said she was diagnosed with cancer ...

Davido, Blxckie, Benjamin Dube set to perform at inaugural Trace Awards

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Trace Awards takes place at the BK Arena, Kigali, Rwanda on October 21, 2023. ...

SABC2’s vibrant youth show, ‘Hectic Nine-9’, returns for season 17

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‘Hectic Nine-9’ provides a platform for young people to tackle issues and express views that resonate with young viewers from all walks of South Africa.

Watch VideoFormer teacher turned musician, Basson Laas, releases debut EP

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Laas, who hails from the North-West, made the decision to quit teaching during the world pandemic after he found his feet firmly planted in the local live music ...

Mzansi crowns the Top 10 ‘Idols SA’ season 19 contestants

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This season’s talent has been serving flames by bringing their A-game.

Watch VideoTributes pour in for ‘Idols SA’ finalist Terra Cox after his sudden death

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Tributes poured in for Terra Cox on social media as the news spread of his sudden passing.

Mzansi celebs have a chuckle at a ‘police training video’ which has gone viral

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The video, which has been shared and viewed multiple times, shows the SAPS ...