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Miss SA's 'Crown Chasers' gets a nod from the SAFTAS with a nomination

The Miss South Africa reality show, Crown Chasers has been nominated for a South African Film Television Award (SAFTA). The show was nominated in the category, Best Competition Reality Show, despite the Chidimma Adetshina controversy it sparked online weeks before the finale. A
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18 Sep 2024

Mpho Tshabalala celebrates Mandoza's legacy with 'Nkalakatha - Road to 25 Years'

Mandoza fans can celebrate his legacy with Nkalakatha - Road to 25 Years at Soweto Theatre in a not-to-be-missed musical on the anniversary of his death. The kwaito icon, fondly remembered for his hit song Nkalakatha, left an indelible mark on the industry with his infectious beats and
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18 Sep 2024

'I Am, We Are' explores womanhood through movement

Epic Motion Stellenbosch presents I Am, We Are, a production that celebrates the strength, resilience and unity of women through the art of dance. The show seeks to capture the essence of womanhood in all its complexity. It also seeks to highlight the delicate and powerful nature of tho
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18 Sep 2024

Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa adds an African twist to the classics

SCHOOL-GOING performers will come together to celebrate the work of iconic English playwright and poet William Shakespeare during the 2024 Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa (SSFSA). From Macbeth and Romeo and Juliet to The Merry Wives of Windsor, Twelfth Night and many more, the
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18 Sep 2024

Sean 'Diddy' Combs: From rap mogul to New York arrest

Once hip-hop's flashy impresario credited with commercializing the genre, Sean 'Diddy' Combs has seen his star plunge as he faces a series of sex trafficking accusations and assault lawsuits. The music mogul's arrest in New York on Monday follows a raid in March by armed federal agents
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18 Sep 2024

Sean 'Diddy' Combs charged with racketeering and sex trafficking

Sean 'Diddy' Combs was charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking in an indictment unsealed on Tuesday that accuses the superstar rapper of engaging in decades of sexual abuse of women. Combs, 54, who was arrested by federal agents on Monday, also faces a charge of 'transp
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18 Sep 2024

'Gqeberha: The Empire' cancelled after two seasons

Its the end of the road for Gqeberha: The Empire after two somewhat captivating seasons but viewers seem to be relieved. After 520 episodes, the Mzansi Magic telenovela has been discontinued. In the beginning, Gqeberha: The Empire had its audience glued to the screens, captivat
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18 Sep 2024

Makhadzi's reality TV show postponed due to technical issues

Award-winning Limpopo musician, Makhadzi, has bagged her first reality TV show on BET Africa, 'Makhadzi Home Coming,' which was set to premiere on Monday, but it was postponed due to technical issues. On Monday morning, Makhadzi took to social media to share her joy with fans.
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18 Sep 2024

CONFIRMED: Janet Jackson will not perform at DStv Delicious Festival after brother's death

DStv Delicious Festival organisers have confirmed that Janet Jackson will no longer be able to perform at the food and music festival this Saturday. This follows the recent passing of her brother, Tito Jackson. Janets management team shared the following with the festivals orga
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18 Sep 2024