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Deon Meyer's R100m thriller 'Invisible' brings 'Blood Safari' to the screen

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SA performers showcase indigenous heritage at Hong Kong expo

Two Eastern Cape artists this week flew the South African flag high at one of the world’s leading performing arts marketplaces, showcasing…

It's all about pushing on in tough times, says Cap KillXR

Dimbaza-born artist and content creator Phumlisa 'Cap KillXR' Gayiya reflects on Tupac Shakur's legacy and resilience in his latest single, 'Let…

Abongile Nyondo
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Abongile Nyondo celebrates first national award

Eastern Cape gospel singer and broadcaster Abongile Nyondo celebrates a milestone 25 years in the music industry, marked by his first major win at…

A tale of royal intrigue, betrayal and courage will be retold through ballet, contemporary dance, spoken word and digital imagery when the Christian Dance Academy brings its latest production to the Guild Theatre this weekend. Picture: SUPPLIED

Eastern Cape Gig Guide: Top events and festivals from October 2 to 10

Sprinter Sinesipho Dambile returned home with Commonwealth Games gold, while 16-year-old Lisolihle Nyingwa arrived back from Brazil after being crowned first princess at the Miss Teen Global Beauty International 2026 pageant.

Double celebration as Eastern Cape stars return home

A jubilant homecoming greeted Eastern Cape stars Sinesipho Dambile and Lisolihle Nyingwa at King Phalo Airport after their international achievements.

Azola Mteto (B-Boy Ranks) captured performing a kickout freeze during his run at the Red Bull BC One Cypher South Africa national finals in Cape Town. Picture: MFUNDO PILISO

Mdantsane breakdancer spins his way into SA elite

Mdantsane breakdancing veteran Azola “B-Boy Ranks” Mteto has achieved his best result yet at the Red Bull BC One SA national final, breaking into…

Ozzie Poro, the founder of United Movement Entertainment
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Independent and unstoppable: Makhanda muso claims top prize

Ozzie Poro's journey shows what persistence can achieve. After years of building her career independently, a R20,000 sponsorship is helping turn…

Actress Linda Mtoba talks about being Lady Monster on 'The Masked Singer SA'.

Linda Mtoba’s daughter inspired her to join ‘Masked Singer SA’

Linda Mtoba says her six-year-old daughter was the inspiration behind her going under disguise for season three of 'The Masked Singer SA'.

Nompumelelo Sobopha

Why Nompumelelo Sobopha took a leap of faith to join ‘Married at First Sight Mzansi’

Season three of Married at First Sight Mzansi is causing all the right buzz since it premiered two weeks ago

Indigenous musician Zawadi Yamungu.

Zawadi Yamungu on Sama nomination, preserving indigenous music

Sama and Basadi in Music Awards nominee Zawadi Yamungu says indigenous African music belongs on the mainstream stage.

Zanele Potelwa, DJ Supta, Khabonina Qubeka and Black Motion are among the 10 celebrities who will join fitness enthusiasts David Foster and Reggie Ayer from Reiger Park, Boksburg, for a 67-minute bootcamp. Picture:

Zanele Potelwa, DJ Supta and Black Motion back Reiger Park athletes’ London dream

Chef de partie Sphelele Madondo

Grandma’s cooking laid foundation for Sphelele Madondo’s culinary journey

The chef de partie worked his way up the ranks — from washing dishes to mentoring junior chefs

Mosquito character of the  'The Masked Singer South Africa’.  Picture:
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Behind the scenes of ‘The Masked Singer’

Elaborate and secretive preparations ensure success of unique SA version of hit show

Singer and business manager Loyiso Bala opens up about his journey at the SABC and what lies ahead.

I gave everything I had to the role: Loyiso Bala leaves SABC

"There are aspects of how this chapter ended that I am not yet in a position to speak to fully,” Loyiso Bala exclusively told TshisaLIVE.

Left to right: Kwanele Mthethewa as Matipa and Gugu Gumede as Joyce Gomora in 'The Polygamist'. Picture: Netflix

Everybody knows a Jonasi | Inside the global obsession with ‘The Polygamist’

An interview with Sue Nyathi, author of 'The Polygamist'.

South African musicians Zonke and Sjava added to Tamia SA tour.

Zonke, Sjava and DJ Milo join Tamia’s SA tour

As anticipation grows for American singer Tamia’s upcoming three-city South African tour, three local stars have been added to her line-up.

Singer Ami Faku is taking further legal action against her former manager.

Ami Faku takes former management to court over ‘control of her music’

Singer went on legal rampage after ‘her ego burst’, says Vth Season director Raphael Benza

Rapper Zuluboy says Hugh Masekela’s music reminded him of SA’s fight for freedom. Picture:

Zuluboy addresses backlash over Hugh Masekela cover

Tyla and members of the Mzanzi Youth Choir backstage at the 2026 Fifa World Cup opening match.

Mzansi performers make their mark at World Cup

South African music took center stage at the FIFA World Cup opening match in Mexico City, where Tyla and the Mzansi Youth Choir delivered a powerful…