Spotify payouts to SA artists hit R504m as local music takes over global streaming
South African artists earned more than R504-million from music streaming giant Spotify in 2025 alone, marking a sharp 28% increase from the previous year and almost... Read more.
Cannabis industry gains serious momentum as Africa eyes multibillion-rand boom
Africa’s cannabis industry is moving rapidly from underground trade to serious commercial business, with South Africa emerging as one of the continent’s biggest... Read more.
Swae Lee and Cassper Nyovest join star-powered Ascots lineup at Durban July
The glamour and excitement surrounding this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July continues to build as organisers of The Ascots have announced two major additions... Read more.
SABC suspends top executive over ‘Pimville’ payment scandal
The SABC has placed its head of content, Lala Tuku, on precautionary suspension as fallout intensifies over the ongoing payment crisis linked to SABC2 telenovela... Read more.
Shaka Sisulu earns doctorate, redraws the rules of power in Africa
Shaka Sisulu has added the title “doctor” after graduating with a PhD in international business from the Gordon Institute of Business Science. Sisulu’s... Read more.
Letoya Makhene opens up: ‘Reality TV helped me heal’
Actress and musician Letoya Makhene says starring in the reality series The Makhenes has become more than just television: it has been part of her healing journey.... Read more.
Media industry mourns death of publicist, fashion creative Maria McCloy
The South African media and entertainment industry is mourning the passing of renowned publicist, DJ, and fashion designer Maria McCloy, who died on Tuesday evening... Read more.
Suspended top cop Masemola, Cat Matlala back in court in June
Suspended national police commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, appeared alongside controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and 15 co-accused in the... Read more.
Nurses are the backbone of SA healthcare, says Life Healthcare
As South Africa marks International Nurses Day, healthcare leaders are calling for greater recognition of nurses as highly skilled professionals who play a critical... Read more.
Bakwena Productions fallout as Kagiso Modupe distances himself from ‘Pimville’ payment drama
Actor and filmmaker Kagiso Modupe has broken his silence over the growing payment scandal surrounding SABC2 telenovela Pimville, saying he is not responsible for... Read more.
