Soulaced Sessions set to be momentous with headline act Louie Vega
By the time you read this tickets may be sold out to one of the most legendary events taking place this year! There’s no bias here, just pure excitement for a gig that promises to not only raise the roof but remind you exactly why South Africa is the home of house and all things […]
BAI Heatseekers Festival Returns to Jozi with an Electrifying Twist
BAI Heatseekers Festival is back, and this year, it’s bigger, bolder, and more immersive. In association with the Gauteng Film Commission (GFC) and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), the BAI Heatseekers Festival is known for its dynamic celebration of music, film, digital content, and entertainment. BAI is shaking things up by joining forces […]
The Joburg Film Festival: Celebrating the Power of Storytelling
The Joburg Film Festival (JFF) in partnership with the MultiChoice Group is upon us. From Tuesday 11 March to Sunday, 16 March 2025, Joburg will be connected through film as the festival takes over the city. The theme for the highly anticipated seventh edition of the festival is ‘The Golden Thread – Connected Through Stories’. Now in its seventh year, […]
Trace Awards: A Celebration of African Talent
The Trace Awards & Summit 2025 has officially wrapped up, marking yet another extraordinary chapter in the celebration of African and Afro-descendant musical excellence. Held at the breathtaking Mora Resort in Zanzibar, this year’s event was a true testament to the power of music in bridging cultures and bringing people together with incredible performances.The awards […]
Edible Art to Celebrate Stork Creativity
What’s in the butter, you ask? Well, in this case, it is not only a smooth spread but a work of art to be enjoyed. This was behind the brand Stork’s foray into the world of contemporary art with its commissioning of local artist Cow Mash (Kgaogelo Mothepa Mashilo) to produce an edible artwork, made […]
Sabrina Love: Steady Rise to Stardom
Rising Afro-pop star, Sabrina Love, is a star to look out for as she is nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2025 TRACE Awards. The Cameroonian sensation will not only be attending but also performing at the prestigious event on Wednesday, 26 February 2025, held in Zanzibar. This recognition marks a major milestone in Sabrina’s […]
Trace awards 2025
The Awards ceremony is set to take place in Zanzibar on 26 February 2025, bringing together a selection of the continent’s and its diaspora’s greatest musical talents. Trace invites fans to vote for their favourite artists and stand a chance to win an all expense paid trip to the awards. Public votes accounts for 50% […]
King Vidarr
Earlier this year, global Afrobeats star Joeboy made waves with the announcement of his record label launch, Young Legend, in partnership with Warner Music Africa. Today, after months of meticulous scouting and artist development, Young Legend is proud to introduce its inaugural signing: Kvng Vidarr, a groundbreaking talent poised to redefine the genre. Momoh Oshiotseameh […]
Lupita Nyong’o’s New Podcast Series: A Rich African Journey of Diverse Stories Intertwined with Musical Talent
The 10-part series is a production of KQED’s Snap Studios with Lemonada Media overseeing ad sales, marketing and distribution The 10-part podcast series aims to inspire and provoke thought, offering listeners a unique perspective through a rich journey of diverse stories that reflect the complex and multi-faceted nature of African identity. The discussions touch on […]
AJABU Cocktail and Spirits Festival Returns for a Second run
AJABU, Africa’s first bi-annual international Cocktail and Spirits festival, returns to Cape Town, South Africa, from Wednesday, 20 November to Sunday, 24 November, with a programme of world-renowned, international bars, diverse educational seminars and panels, and exciting new opportunities, such as the AJABU Scholarship Programme. The festival will be curated by Colin Asare-Appiah (Bar World […]