Voices of Fire premiers on Netflix Nov 22
Voices of Fire follows Pharrell Williams’ hometown community as it builds one of the world’s most inspiring gospel choirs. Pharrell’s uncle and a well-respected musical genius in the area, Bishop Ezekiel Williams and his core team of influential gospel leaders will venture out into Hampton Roads to find undiscovered talent. With the belief that diverse backstories can give their collective voice a greater meaning, the Bishop and his team will be searching for people of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds.
Buy Black Week 7-14 Dec
Challenging black consumers to spend their money on black owned products & services.
Nothing to See II
The 2nd expression of anxiety & frustration of America’s current sociopolitical landscape.
Fake designer brands industry is worth over $500 Billion
The shadowy business of counterfeits has taken over the globe to become a more than $500 billion industry. According to Trends in Trade in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods, a joint report released by the Organisation for EconomicCo-operation and Development (“OECD”) and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (“EUIPO”) in 2019, the value of imported fake goods worldwide topped $509 billion based on 2016 customs seizure data, up from $461 billion in 2013, the latter of which represents 2.5% of world trade.
Kelly Khumalo breaks her silence following new developments in Senzo Meyiwa murder case
Musician Kelly Khumalo has broken her silence over the latest developments in the murder case of her late boyfriend and Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa.
5 Questions with NoChillGod
Theres no doubt that 2020 hasn’t been the greatest year for everyone, from the global pandemic, polo crashes, the lotus outbreak and more, however that isn’t stopping NoChillGod.
Opening up the Industry : Are you a song writer or aspiring to be one ?
Are you a South African and have amazing song writing skills? We are looking for you.
8 Steps to learn song writing skills
Songwriting is a musical superpower. The ability to write and create marketable songs can transform your career. While original, authentic songs can catalyze your rise as an aspiring solo musician or band member, songwriting is also a venue for those who shy away from publicity or fame, preferring to make their living behind the scenes.
A letter from Lvovo
Time to act has arrived South Africa and it can not wait any longer. Unite against human trafficking.
Dj Sbu bringing more fire to the "Mofaya" family.
JOHANNESBURG - DJ, TV host, and serial entrepreneur Dj Sbu has expanded his MoFaya energy drinks brand by adding a new range of soft drinks.
Elaine: Signed sealed and delivered to Columbia records
Columbia Records has just announced the Elaine has officially signed to the label. About her signing, Managing Director of Sony Music Entertainment Africa, Sean Watson, commented ‘Elaine is unquestionably deserving of the recognition she’s getting for her music. It’s not a chance that got her to where she is, its talent, and hard work. We love that about her and we can’t wait to work alongside her to help share her incredible music around the globe.’
African Hair: A Brief History of Afro-Textured Hair
Beyond the 1960s, many of us don’t know much about the history of natural hair. Omonike, member of the NaturalSunshine.com forum posted this brief history of black hair based on the Encyclopedia of Hair: A Cultural History by Victoria Sherrow.
SAMPRA launches the SAMPRA Development Fund to assist SA artists
Johannesburg - On Tuesday 18 August, the South African Music Performance Rights Association (SAMPRA) launched the SAMPRA Development Fund. “The main objective of the SAMPRA Development Fund is to create ongoing sustainable support for SAMPRA members in a manner that adds long-term value to their livelihood and careers,” said Tiyani Maluleke, Chief Stakeholder Officer at SAMPRA. At the launch, SAMPRA CEO, Pfanani Lishivha, outlined seven key focus areas in which the Fund would assist artists who are SAMPRA members:
The Heist Comes To An End
Netflix has announced the 5th and final part of La Casa De Papel, where the highly anticipated heist will come to an end. It is created by Alex Pina and produced by Vancouver Media for Netflix. Part 5 will consist of 10 episodes and starts production on 3 August.
Mlwazet Bavundilule Awards
Mlwazet Bavundulule Awards are just around the corner and we brought you all the details closer.
Russia finds Covid-19 Vaccine
Russia has become the first country to have completed clinical trials of a Covid-19 vaccine candidate, after Sechenov University said that it had concluded its study.
536 AD — the worst year in history | Saamir Ansari in Lessons from History
2020 has already been immortalised. It is a year that nobody will forget. However, when speaking of the worst year recorded in human history there are many to choose from:
Putin till 2036
Moscow — Russians opened the door to Vladimir Putin staying in power until 2036 by voting overwhelmingly for constitutional changes that will allow him to run again for president twice, but critics said the outcome was falsified on an industrial scale.
Somizi's new cooking show gets under fire online
SA's top celebrity, Somizi Mhlongo, has come under fire on social media as users complain that SA TV hires the same celebrities all the time and many people who are qualified never get opportunities.
Cassper Nyovest is going to be a dad
It's good news and celebrations today on the social web as rapper Cassper Nyovest announces that he is expecting a new baby.
Breaking News: Ntando Duma joins The Queen Mzansi
The vibrant and bubbly entertainer, Duma Ntando, has joined The Queen Mzansi where she will be playing the role of Rapulana Seiphemo’s character’s daughter “Mpho"
The world is changing and Amazon is taking over that new world of business. Amazon is hiring 3000 jobs in South Africa
Amazon has announced that it will be hiring for 3,000 new customer-service jobs in South Africa. The jobs are work-from-home, come with benefits, and applications open today.
Khaya Mthethwa making legendary moves
The celebrations for Ukhozi FM’s 60th Birthday continue as world-famous producer Lebo M releases the third single from the upcoming anniversary compilation album with Khaya Mthethwa.