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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...

Basketball Africa League Announces 12 Teams for 2026 Season as Pretoria Hosts Opening Tip-Off

3Mar

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Basketball Africa League Announces 12 Teams for 2026 Season as Pretoria Hosts Opening Tip-Off

The sixth season of the Basketball Africa League is officially locked in, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of its most expansive editions yet. Announced on 26 February 2026 from Dakar, Senegal, the league confirmed its 12 participating teams and full group phase schedule, with South Africa set to host the opening tip-off on 27 March at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria. This year’s lineup signals a strong growth moment for the BAL, with five first-time participants joining the fold, including the league’s first-ever team from Tanzania and debut clubs from Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, South Africa and Tunisia. A Season Spanning Three Countries The 2026 campaign will feature 42 games played across three host cities. The Kalahari Conference tips off in Pretoria from 27 March to 5 Ap...

Vaseline’s Soft Glow Affair Turned a Valentine’s Mystery Into a Sisterhood Moment

3Mar

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Vaseline’s Soft Glow Affair Turned a Valentine’s Mystery Into a Sisterhood Moment

For one week in February, South African social media timelines were quietly hijacked by a question no one could quite answer. Who is “V”? Creators began sharing unboxing videos filled with flowers, handwritten notes and carefully curated gifts. TikTok theories spiralled, Instagram comments turned into full-blown investigations and searches for “Who is V?” climbed fast. What started as a modern-day Valentine’s mystery soon revealed itself as something bigger and more intentional. The reveal came at the end of February when Vaseline stepped forward as the brand behind the intrigue, officially launching its Soft Glow campaign and culminating the online courtship with an intimate real-world gathering, The Soft Glow Affair. Rather than centring romance in its traditional sense, th...

Create Like You Mean It: Why the HONOR X9d Might Be the Smartest Upgrade for South African Creators

12Feb

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Create Like You Mean It: Why the HONOR X9d Might Be the Smartest Upgrade for South African Creators

Mzansi has never lacked creativity. From fashion reels shot in Braamfontein to beachside vlogs in Camps Bay, South Africans are constantly proving that storytelling lives everywhere. What often slows creators down is not talent. It is tools. In a digital world where content is currency, your smartphone is no longer just a device. It is your camera crew, editing suite, studio monitor, and power bank all in one. The difference between scroll past and stop and watch can come down to performance, battery life, or whether your footage survives a drop on concrete. That is where the HONOR X9d enters the chat. Positioned as part of HONOR’s Unbreakable Series, the X9d is quickly becoming a serious option for creators who want premium performance without a flagship price tag. Here i...