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EventsDelightical Details: The Luxurious Marble Circus in Numbers
Some festivals are counted in tickets sold. The Luxurious Marble Circus is counted in champagne flutes, pyrotechnics, pastry crumbs, goosebump moments, dancing feet, sparkly outfits, legacies created, hidden surprises, and the number of…
EventsRocoMamas and Scorpion Kings launch limited-edition menu for stadium concert
Ahead of one of the biggest moments in South African music this year, RocoMamas has teamed up with Scorpion Kings to launch a limited-edition King’s Feast menu that celebrates local creativity, culture and bold flavour.
EventsHYPE Africa: In Conversation With Tiisetso Mathole Co-founder of Perfect Noise
In Botswana’s ever-evolving creative landscape, few platforms have carved out a space quite like Perfect Noise. What began as a small open-mic event has grown into a multidisciplinary platform championing emerging artists, celebrating…
EventsY’s First Touch Returns for a Second Edition of Music, Sports and Culture
Following the success of its inaugural edition in 2025, Y is bringing back First Touch for a second year, inviting Jozi’s young, energetic and sport-loving communities to lace up, lock in and get into the game.Returning to Marks Park…
EventsDJ Maphorisa Joins Tim Sweeney on Apple Music’s Beats in Space
First, Tim digs back into the South African crates with a mix of 1990s kwaito music, a genre of house records pitched down with big vocals on top.
EventsEvery flavour. Every beat. Every Story Matters: Absa Announced as Headline Sponsor of Delicious Food & Music Festival in Partnership with SABC
Absa is proud to announce its headline sponsorship of one of South Africa’s most loved lifestyle experiences, ushering in an exciting new era for the Absa Delicious Festival in partnership with SABC.
EventsThe Source Collective Announces Much Anticipated Lineup for October Event
The Source Collective, an Afro Tech event taking place at Sognage on Friday, 9 October has announced its exciting lineup. Attendees can expect a lineup that needs no introduction, with names such as Culoe De Song, Gumz x Pansula, Chronical…
EventsAbsa announced as headline sponsor of Delicious Food & Music Festival in partnership with SABC
Absa is proud to announce its headline sponsorship of one of South Africa’s most loved lifestyle experiences, ushering in an exciting new era for the Absa Delicious Festival in partnership with SABC.
EventsMoozlie, Rouge & Nadia Nakai Hit The Studio As Big Three Prep For Joint Album
The post Moozlie, Rouge & Nadia Nakai Hit The Studio As Big Three Prep For Joint Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Moozlie, Rouge & Nadia Nakai Hit The Studio As Big Three Prep For Joint Album.
EventsIgnite Her Soul Celebrates Women and Honours the Legacy of Mama Abigail Kubeka
As part of the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz programme, Ignite Her Soul brought together influential women and leading voices from the worlds of music, arts, culture, business and leadership on 30 August 2026 for an afternoon dedicated to…