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Viu’s Bite Me Sweet Is Now Streaming and Bringing Dessert Culture to the Spotlight

20Apr

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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

20Apr

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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

20Apr

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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

20Apr

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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

31Mar

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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

31Mar

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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

31Mar

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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...

Meet Ayanda Ngcobo, the Strategist Powering Nasty C’s Independence and Tallracks

30Mar

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Meet Ayanda Ngcobo, the Strategist Powering Nasty C’s Independence and Tallracks

As conversations around artist independence continue to reshape the music industry, a new name is starting to move from behind the scenes to the centre of the conversation. Ayanda Ngcobo. Best known as the strategist behind Nasty C’s evolution into an independent powerhouse, Ngcobo is now stepping forward with Tallracks, a platform designed to give artists control over their music, money and data. A Shift From Fame to Ownership The conversation around independence took a new turn during a recent “Building an Empire” masterclass hosted at AMPD Studios, where what started as a discussion about Nasty C’s journey quickly became something bigger. Instead of focusing on virality or success metrics, the session unpacked the systems behind independence, from deal structures to lon...

Mafikizolo, Young Stunna and Khuli Chana Lead Ziyakhala Mo Sun City 2026 Lineup

22Mar

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Mafikizolo, Young Stunna and Khuli Chana Lead Ziyakhala Mo Sun City 2026 Lineup

South Africa’s live music calendar is heating up again as SABC and Sun City Resort confirm the return of Ziyakhala Mo Sun City, bringing some of the country’s biggest artists back to the iconic stage. Set to take place on 27 June 2026 at the Sun City Superbowl, the second edition of the event promises a high-energy celebration of South African music, culture, and heritage following a sold-out debut in 2025. A Celebration of South African Sound Ziyakhala Mo Sun City continues to position itself as more than just a concert. The event is built around the idea of celebrating indigenous music and cultural identity, with support from SABC’s African Language radio stations. By bringing together artists across genres and languages, the show reflects the diversity of South African ...

Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026 Brings Blxckie, Mafikizolo and Focalistic Together for a Celebration of South African Creativity

9Mar

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Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026 Brings Blxckie, Mafikizolo and Focalistic Together for a Celebration of South African Creativity

South Africa’s music, fashion and art worlds collided in spectacular style as Mahindra Group hosted the 2026 edition of Mahindra Fusion Fest, transforming Pretoria into a vibrant hub of creative energy. Held on 7 March at the SunBet Arena, the event brought together thousands of fans, artists and creators for a genre bending showcase that blended live music, fashion design and visual art in one immersive production. Now in its second year, the festival has quickly grown into a national platform celebrating emerging talent while spotlighting some of South Africa’s biggest names in entertainment. From Campus Activations to a National Finale The road to the Pretoria finale began months earlier with activations across Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg, where aspiring musician...