Gauteng, make way for The Lady on Drive as YFM, the province’s biggest youth radio station, announces a refreshed line-up from 6 April. Khutso Theledi switches gears from Krunch with Khutso, the 9am to midday show, and takes the reins in the coveted 3pm to 6pm weekdays slot. She will be in the driver’s seat […]
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Lawrence Maleka to Host New Dating Show ‘TOO HOT TO BE SINGLE’
SAFTA award-winning actor, Lawrence Maleka has returned to reality TV as the official host of SABC 1’s brand new dating show ‘TOO HOT TO BE SINGLE’, after a 4-year presenting hiatus. Too Hot to Be Single is a modern dating game show designed to find a match for people who rate themselves as hot property; […]
Social Media Sensation Tyson Ngubeni to Make TV Debut
Comedian Tyson Ngubeni became the internet’s favourite comedian during lockdown where his nostalgic take on the Chicken Licken advert and alter ego reporter Bob O’Connor served fun and laughs in the long dark months. Now Ngubeni will make his TV debut as host of the country’s first ever financial education game show, the Sanlam Moola-Money Family Game Show. […]
Master KG and Ndlovu Youth Choir at To Perform at Africa Rising on Robben Island!
On Sunday 25th April, ‘Jerusalema’ hitmaker Master KG, and the soul-stirring Ndlovu Youth Choir, will be performing live on Robben Island for Africa Rising and the Live Love non-profit, along with international personality Maps Maponyane as Master of Ceremonies. The performance will be LIVE streamed for free and audiences will have the opportunity to win an exclusive VIP experience at the event on Robben […]
Da Kruk Bids Farewell to YFM after More Than 10 Years of Service
Radio Personality, DJ and Entrepreneur – Kutloano “Da Kruk” Nhlapo is parting ways with South Africa’s biggest youth radio station after more than 10 years of service. Da Kruk, as he is affectionately known by listeners, began his tenure at the station as a producer and has grown with the brand, influencing its sound and […]
DJ Sabby Bids Farewell to YFM Leaving Behind a 10-year Legacy
Radio & TV personality, DJ Sabby, is set to bid farewell to YFM after a solid 10-years at the station, leaving behind a legacy as a trailblazer and being at the forefront locally of connecting the continent through music. DJ Sabby will mark the end of his YFM era with his last show on Friday, 26 […]
Def Jam Africa Presents Rhythms of Zamunda
Def Jam Africa today announced Rhythms of Zamunda, a compilation to accompany the release of the Coming 2 America film. The iconic Coming To America (1988) took audiences to the Africa-inspired, fictional land of Zamunda. It’s sequel, Coming 2 America will be released worldwide on 5 March 2021. To help tell the story, music by many […]
Facebook Launches ‘LeadHERs a Book Spotlighting Female Leaders from Across Africa
As part of its celebration around International Women’s Month, Facebook today announced the launch of ‘LeadHERs: Life Lessons From African Women’, a collection of beautifully inspired stories & life advice from 19 women who are breaking boundaries in fields such as media, entertainment, politics, education and business. Available for free in digital and physical formats, the […]
What 5FM DJs Are Looking Forward to This Year
We asked 5fm DJs to share what they are looking forward to the most this year. And while not much has changed as far as the global pandemic is concerned, there’s still plenty of positivity and hope, new adventures and plans and finding joy in life’s little pleasures. Tulani Madala (Tulz on 5, Monday – […]
The Truth About One Night Kwa Mxolisi: From Related Cast Members to Rap Improvisations on Set
As the anticipation builds for the premiere of One Night kwa Mxolisi, DStv reveals some secrets and gems about the film, its makers and cast members. Starring Sisanda Henna (who also directs the film), Donovan Goliath, Linda Mtoba and SAFTA award-winning actor Motlatsi Mofatshe amongst others, the plot follows a once semi-successful rugby player who invites his friends […]