For too long, the war against content piracy has been fought in courtrooms and on balance sheets. We have focused on the arrests, the criminal syndicates, and the staggering, multi-billion Rand figures of lost revenue. While these facts are undeniable, they often fall short of eliciting sustainable behavioural change in every-day consumers. Why? Because the […] More
Tems releases a surprise EP Love is a Kingdom, a seven-track mix of Afrobeats and 90s-inspired R&B. The Nigerian singer-songwriter, who studied in Johannesburg at IIE MSA (formely Monash) and toured South Africa earlier this year, has built a strong connection with South African audiences, making this release quite resonant with her local fanbase. Love […] More
A portrait by Austrian artist Gustav Klimt fetched $236.4 million (R4.05 billion) in New York on Tuesday, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Six bidders battled for 20 minutes over the “Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer,” which Klimt painted between 1914 and 1916. Did not disclose the buyer The piece depicts the […] More
In ten days, thousands of matriculants across South Africa will be writing their final exam papers. Then, after downing pen and paper, many of them will inevitably flock to different spots around the country for the ultimate school-end celebration – Matric Rage. Many Matric Rage events take place on the coast, including Plettenberg Bay and […] More
Looking for a day filled with flavoursome food and fun galore? A taste of Belgium is all you need. This weekend, the 14th annual A Taste of Belgium event – organised by the Belgian Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Belgium – will take place in Cape Town. As the name […] More
SA government hopes the visa reform will prevent the kind of red-tape fiasco that saw the country lose a R400 million Netflix production earlier this year. South Africa is rolling out a new digital visa system to make it easier for international film and entertainment companies to shoot locally – a long-awaited move following years […] More
South Africa’s long-running adult lifestyle exhibition, Sexpo, is getting a new name – and a new attitude. From this year, the popular event will be known as the Love Expo, a rebrand that organisers say marks a bold new era of inclusivity, freedom, and connection. The decision, organisers explained, comes after years of battling censorship, […] More
Ah, Paris. When you hear the name, it likely conjures up charming and romantic images of the French capital – art, architectural masterpieces, fashion and haute cuisine, among other things. However, for adventure-seeking souls and money-conscious folks alike, Paris is a dream getaway that, in this fragile economy, comes with sky-high expenses. Indeed, South Africans […] More
WOMAD has moved house! After nearly twenty years at Charlton Park, the festival will settle into Neston Park in Corsham, Wiltshire for its 43rd edition from 23 to 26 July 2026. It’s a new setting, but the same mix of global music, culture, and discovery that makes WOMAD unique. Tickets are on sale from 13th […] More
As the 19th anniversary of music legend Taliep Petersen’s murder approaches, his widow and convicted killer, Najwa Dirk (Petersen), is preparing for a parole hearing that has once again stirred emotions within the Cape Town community. Najwa, who was sentenced to 28 years in prison for orchestrating her husband’s murder in 2006, is due to […] More
Prince Harry’s wife Meghan Markle is to make her return to the big screen, media reported on Wednesday, with a small cameo role in a film being shot around Los Angeles. The Duchess of Sussex was reportedly shooting scenes for “Close Personal Friends,” which features “Emily in Paris” star Lily Collins, alongside Jack Quaid, Brie […] More
The highly anticipated trailer for the final season of Stranger Things has officially dropped, sending South African fans into a frenzy. Netflix released the preview, which confirms that the horror-fantasy series is returning for its fifth and most intense season yet. The new footage picks up directly from the devastating Season 4 finale. THE STRANGER […] More