Supreme H: Motivated by the Music

Afrique Folk took some time out to get to know Deep House DJ Supreme H. The DJ is known for his tracks Give Me Time, It’s That Brother Love, Healing Energy and Who We Are. The talented producer from East Rand’s (Ekurhuleni) Tsakane is making a name for himself in the deep house scene. OB1: […]

#SAMA30 night belonged to Tyla, Kabza De Small and Mthunzi

The South African Music Awards have been celebrating artists since 1995, awarding over 40 categories that have coloured the nation’s soundscape, locally and internationally. For this year’s event, #SAMA30, music took the real centre stage as the awards celebrated the richness of South African culture. Tyla, South Africa’s international singing sensation and the duo of […]

Nadia Nakai & Ihashi Elimhlophe are the 2024 Ambassadors for Moshito Music Conference

The Moshito Music Conference & Exhibition 2024 have appointed Nadia Nakai and Ihashi Elimhlophe as the official ambassadors for this year’s event. The Moshito Music Conference & Exhibition is Africa’s premier music industry event, dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth within the African music landscape. Established in 2004, Moshito serves as a platform for […]

Poetry Africa 2024: A Vital Platform for Celebration and Critical Reflection

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Poetry Africa is an annual international poetry festival curated and presented by the Centre for Creative Arts at the University of Kwazulu-Natal in Durban each year during October. The festival features Spoken Word & Publish Poets in performances and dynamic engagements which includes panel discussions, campus and school visits, poetry exchanges, book launches, open mic […]

Breaking Down Borders: One African Country at a Time

Internationally acclaimed choreographer, dancer and social entrepreneur Paul Modjadji is on a mission to uncover the hidden beauty and talent of the African continent through a fourteen-part travelogue show. The adventures can be viewed on SABC 1 as Modjadji and his entourage take viewers to some of the continent’s top landmarks and historical sites. The […]

African Sound Unites as One Drum EP drops

The highly anticipated One Drum EP dropped this week, bringing with it a wave of Afrobeat, reggae, and Amapiano sounds that unite the African continent with its diaspora in a cultural celebration like no other.  After the successful release of two hit singles—”AfroWave” by South Africa’s Scorpion Kings and “Let’s Dance” by Nigerian sensation Flavour—the […]

The Feather Awards: Recognition, Celebration & Colourful Unity

The theme of Borderless Existence will take over the 16th Feather Awards this year as the annual glitz and glamourous event will celebrate the vibrant tapestry of the LGBTQIA+ community and extend arms to include diverse minority groups, particularly differently-abled individuals, in their collective narrative. Taking place on Thursday, 7 November 2024, the Feathers returns […]

Phola Park Sunday Best: A Sensory, Creative Journey

Fashion and fine spirits shared the spotlight as Sash South Africa teamed up with Bisquit & Dubouché to present its latest collection, Phola Park Sunday Best. Held at Artistry Johannesburg on a September evening, the event was a sensory journey that brought together fashion, cinematic storytelling, intimate live music, and curated Bisquit & Dubouché cocktails. […]

Spring Mood is Set with SKYY Vodka Cocktails

Spring is underway, and SKYY Vodka is turning up the vibe with cocktails that capture the magic of the season. As the days get longer and the nights warmer, it’s the perfect time to sip on drinks that turn every moment into an experience. Whether you’re hosting a poolside party or a sunset braai, SKYY […]

TRACE continues to Empower Emerging Talents & Amplify Afro Music

With Trace’s ongoing mission to showcase fresh African talent, the channel recently announced their continued focus of empowering young and emerging creatives to produce outstanding quality local content with a huge retention of top-performing shows amidst the current show changes. Always connected to the pulse of urban culture, Trace plans to deliver even more of […]