The 2025 Savanna Newcomer Showcase was a sold-out success! Held on Sunday, 26 January in Sandton and hosted by award winning comedian Tumi Morake, the night saw 20 of South Africa’s freshest comedic talents delivering their best five-minute sets, all in the hope of being nominated in the newcomer category at this year’s awards. The […]
Category: Art
The Last Ranger Earns Oscar Nomination for Best Live Action Short Film!
The South African short film, The Last Ranger, has been nominated for the Best Live Action Short Film award at the 97th Academy Awards. Starring Avumile Qongqo and Liyabona Mroqoza, directed by Cindy Lee and written and produced by Darwin Shaw, Will Hawkes & David S Lee, the film is a gripping portrayal of rhino poaching and conservation efforts of the rangers in […]
The Moth Podcast: Live from Johannesburg – Out Now
The acclaimed Moth Podcast downloaded tens of millions of times annually, has released a special episode titled Live from Johannesburg. This one-hour feature highlights stories from The Moth’s first Mainstage event in the city in seven years, recorded live on March 16, 2024, at the Keorapetse William Kgositsile Theatre at the University of Johannesburg. The […]
Multi Award-Winning Film/TV Director and Producer Tebogo Malope Begins a Star Studded Cast Production on his First Independent Film, Spirit
Multi-award-winning Director and Producer, Tebogo Malope, known for his visionary and ground-breaking work in film, television, documentaries, music videos and creative direction at agencies is set to release his first independent film, titled Spirit. The film draws inspiration from Kwesta and Wale’s Spirit (song), the music video which Tebogo directed. The film expands on the themes of […]
The Last Ranger Shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards
A groundbreaking achievement for the South African film industry, as The Last Ranger has been shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards. The short film, directed by Cindy Lee, is among 15 entries contending for a nomination in the Best Live Action Short Film category at the 2025 Oscars, marking a historic moment for the local film industry. The Last Ranger is produced […]
Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” made its South African Premiere at Ster-Kinekor
Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” made its South African premiere at Ster-Kinekor IMAX Eastgate in Johannesburg, welcoming local voice talent from the film Dr. John Kani (“Rafiki”) and Kagiso Lediga (“Young Rafiki”), as well as a host of South African personalities, sports stars and more, to celebrate the upcoming release of the much-anticipated film in cinemas […]
Unveiled: The Dome – A New Venue Revolutionising Live Entertainment In Johannesburg
Stadium Management South Africa , in partnership with Live Nation and Gearhouse South Africa, has announced The Dome, a new state-of-the-art venue set to open in Johannesburg in January 2025. Located in Nasrec, Johannesburg, adjacent to the FNB Stadium, in a neighbourhood with a fast-growing young adult audience, the venue will become South Africa’s largest dedicated live […]
From SA to Mexico, to the World: Don Julio Announces Artist Residency
The iconic tequila brand Don Julio partners with South African talent for the Don Julio Artist Residency—a programme rooted in Mexico and South Africa, culminating in an experiential showcase of their art on the 17th of December. The resident artists include hitmaker Kelvin Momo, award-winning fashion designer Lukhanyo Mdingi, milliner Crystal Birch, and visual artist Imraan Christian. This residency celebrates creativity and culture, […]
2 Million Icons Party Returns for an Exciting 5th Edition
The 2 Million Icons party returns for its highly anticipated fifth edition on 30 November 2024. Proudly brought to you by visionary designer Rich Mnisi in collaboration with Another Zero, this extraordinary event is presented in partnership with Viu South Africa, YFM, MTV, and ACMG – promising an unforgettable party synthesis of fashion, music, and culture. Taking place at the stunning Mea Culpa in Sandton, this […]
“It was terrifying to see myself like that.” Helen Zille on her drag transformation on Showmax
Die Tollie & Manila Show is a fresh, high-energy talk show where South African celebrities team up with drag queens Tollie Parton and Manila von Teez for an unforgettable evening of candid conversation, fun games, and non-stop entertainment – all while slaying fabulous drag looks. Now in its third week, the show brings you Helen […]