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Skipper Bar and adidas Spotlight Kasi Culture in ‘We Own The Streets’ Campaign
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Skipper Bar and adidas Spotlight Kasi Culture in ‘We Own The Streets’ Campaign

Street culture is not waiting for validation, and adidas is making that clear with its latest move. Teaming up with Skipper Bar, adidas has launched We Own The Streets, a campaign rooted in township culture and the people shaping it in real time. A Campaign Rooted in Kasi Identity At its core, We Own The Streets is about ownership. Not just of style, but of culture, community, and the spaces where creativity actually happens. Rather than looking outward, the campaign turns its focus inward, highlighting how township culture continues to influence South Africa’s broader identity. “Street culture is not borrowed; it is built, lived, and owned by the communities that created it,” said Kaboomo Mgibi-Marshoff, Senior Brand Manager at Skipper Bar. The Icons Shaping the Streets ...
Zozibini Tunzi Joins Top Billing as New Presenter in Major Career Move
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Zozibini Tunzi Joins Top Billing as New Presenter in Major Career Move

Zozibini Tunzi is stepping into a new era of her career and this time, it is on South African television. The former Miss Universe has officially been announced as one of the new presenters of Top Billing on SABC 3, marking a shift into lifestyle television and long-form storytelling. A Natural Next Step Since winning Miss Universe 2019, Zozibini Tunzi has steadily expanded her presence beyond pageantry. From global advocacy to screen appearances, her career has evolved into something more layered and intentional. Her move into presenting feels like a continuation of that journey. “This opportunity feels like a very natural next step for me. I’ve always been drawn to storytelling and connecting with people, and Top Billing allows me to do that in a way that feels authentic...
Inside Johnnie Walker Blue Society’s Exclusive Marble Dinner With Tshepi Vundla and Khanya Mkangisa
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Inside Johnnie Walker Blue Society’s Exclusive Marble Dinner With Tshepi Vundla and Khanya Mkangisa

Johannesburg’s luxury scene came together for a night that felt less like an event and more like a statement. The Johnnie Walker Blue Label Blue Society hosted an intimate, invite-only dinner at Marble, bringing together some of the city’s most influential cultural voices for an evening built around connection, craftsmanship and shared experience. A Different Kind of Luxury Experience Set high above the city, the evening moved away from traditional ideas of luxury and into something more intentional. Rather than spectacle, the focus was on detail. From the atmosphere to the guest interactions, everything was designed to feel considered and personal. At the centre of the experience was David Higgs, whose fire-led approach to cooking shaped the entire evening. His menu reflect...
Viu’s Bite Me Sweet Is Now Streaming and Bringing Dessert Culture to the Spotlight
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Viu’s Bite Me Sweet Is Now Streaming and Bringing Dessert Culture to the Spotlight

A new food reality series has officially landed and it is already adding something fresh to the streaming conversation. Viu’s latest original, Bite Me Sweet, is now streaming across its markets, introducing a dessert focused competition that blends culture, creativity and high pressure challenges. A Dessert Competition With a Twist Hosted by Yoon Shi-yoon, the series pairs five Southeast Asian pastry chefs with five Korean celebrities, creating unexpected teams that compete in a fast paced dessert survival format. The celebrity lineup includes Lee Sae-on, Sung Seung-ha, Cha Joo-wan, Bae Min-ki and Lim Sung-kyu, stepping into a space that mixes entertainment with culinary skill. Where Culture Meets Dessert The show stands out for how it blends different cultural influences....
HONOR 600 Lite Launches in Johannesburg With Hope Mbhele and DJ Tira Leading the Moment
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HONOR 600 Lite Launches in Johannesburg With Hope Mbhele and DJ Tira Leading the Moment

HONOR officially introduced the HONOR 600 Lite at a high energy launch in Johannesburg, turning a product reveal into a full lifestyle moment that blended sport, content creation and culture. Hosted at The Campus in Bryanston, the event brought together some of the country’s most recognisable names, including Hope Mbhele, DJ Tira, Thembi Seete and Ayanda MVP, who broadcast live from the event on YFM. A Launch That Moved With the Moment Rather than a traditional showcase, the HONOR 600 Lite launch was built around real life experiences. From courtside action to spontaneous content creation, the device was placed directly into the hands of creators and personalities, allowing it to capture the day as it unfolded. Sporting stars like Themba Zwane, Ronwen Williams and Vincent Pul...
Tbo Touch Hosts Star-Studded Johannesburg Premiere for MICHAEL at Mall of Africa
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Tbo Touch Hosts Star-Studded Johannesburg Premiere for MICHAEL at Mall of Africa

Johannesburg showed up in full force for one of the biggest film moments of the year. The South African premiere of MICHAEL took over the Ster-Kinekor IMAX this week, bringing together close to 400 guests for a night that blended music, legacy and cinematic spectacle. Hosted by Tbo Touch, the premiere carried the kind of scale expected from a film already building massive global anticipation. A Night That Matched the Moment From the arrivals carpet to the screening itself, the experience leaned into precision and visual storytelling, mirroring the artistry of the film at its centre. The atmosphere felt elevated and intentional, with guests stepping into a space that reflected both the cultural weight and global impact of the story being told. A Guest List in Step With the...
Sun City Takeover 2026 Sells Out in Under an Hour as Homecoming Events Raises the Bar Again
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Sun City Takeover 2026 Sells Out in Under an Hour as Homecoming Events Raises the Bar Again

The return of the Sun City Takeover 2026 has already proven just how powerful the moment has become, with packages selling out in under an hour, confirming its status as one of South Africa’s most in-demand lifestyle experiences. Led by Homecoming Events, the Takeover has evolved beyond a weekend escape into a full cultural movement, sitting at the intersection of travel, music, fashion and community. From Event to Cultural Phenomenon What started as a premium destination experience has now become a calendar defining moment. With previous editions selling out months in advance, the 2026 response signals something bigger. This is no longer just about attendance. It is about belonging to a community that understands the value of curated experiences and elevated social moments. ...
Castle Lite Launches Draught in a Can at LIV Golf South Africa With Pieter-Steph du Toit
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Castle Lite Launches Draught in a Can at LIV Golf South Africa With Pieter-Steph du Toit

Castle Lite just made a major move at one of the biggest sporting events in the country. During LIV Golf South Africa, the brand officially unveiled its latest innovation, Draught in a Can, introducing a new way for South Africans to experience its signature extra cold beer. A Launch Built for the Moment Set against the high-energy backdrop of Steyn City, where thousands gathered for the inaugural LIV Golf event, the reveal was designed to match the scale of the moment. In a cinematic on-site activation, Pieter-Steph du Toit arrived carrying a sealed trophy case, creating the kind of anticipation usually reserved for championship silverware. But instead of a trophy, the case revealed something unexpected. Castle Lite’s newest product. He was joined on stage by brand ambass...
Kelvin Momo Announces Durban One Man Concert Lineup With Sha Sha and Zee Nxumalo
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Kelvin Momo Announces Durban One Man Concert Lineup With Sha Sha and Zee Nxumalo

Durban is getting ready for one of its biggest music moments of the year as Kelvin Momo officially reveals the full lineup for his highly anticipated One Man Concert 2026. Set to take place at People’s Park, the show is shaping up to be a major celebration of South African sound, bringing together some of the most exciting names in the current scene. A Lineup That Reflects the Moment Joining Kelvin Momo on stage are Sha Sha, Zee Nxumalo, and Distruction Boyz, adding a strong mix of amapiano, vocal-driven hits, and dancefloor energy to the night. The lineup speaks directly to where South African music is right now. It blends established hitmakers with artists shaping the next wave, all coming together on one stage. Durban Energy Meets Amapiano Culture Produced by ...
Zola Nombona Leads Brutal Fruit’s L’Orange Rossa Launch Experience
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Zola Nombona Leads Brutal Fruit’s L’Orange Rossa Launch Experience

Brutal Fruit Spritzer unveiled its latest variant, L’Orange Rossa, at an immersive launch experience in Johannesburg this past weekend, bringing together some of the country’s most stylish names for an afternoon that blended flavour, fashion, and culture. Hosted by Zola Nombona at the picturesque Villa Rossa, the event felt less like a product launch and more like a curated lifestyle moment. A Guest List Rooted in Culture and Style The guest list reflected the brand’s deep connection to South African pop culture, with appearances from Ayanda Thabethe, Buhle Samuels, Kayise Ngqula, Larona Moagi, Naledi Malela, and Thando Wolf, among others. From fashion moments to content creation, the space was designed for connection, capturing the kind of aesthetic-driven experiences th...