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EventsWhat To Expect at FAME Week Africa 2026
Hype Fam, if you’re serious about taking your creative career to the next level, this is one to have on your radar. From 28–30 October 2026, FAME Week Africa returns to CTICC2 in Cape Town, bringing together the people shaping Africa’s…
EventsCassper Vows To Deliver More Music After Back to the City Crowd’s Reception
The post Cassper Vows To Deliver More Music After Back to the City Crowd’s Reception appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Vows To Deliver More Music After Back to the City Crowd’s Reception.
EventsSAMA32: Sun, Sound & SAMA
SAMA32: Sun, Sound & SAMA With the vibrant warmth of Spring in full swing, we celebrate the undeniable heartbeat of South African outdoor festivals, weekend braais, and spectacular live events.
EventsHennessy: 5 Years With Back To The City Festival
Let’s talk about Hennessy and its contribution to the culture. More specifically, its role as partner to Back To The City festival, one of the biggest hip-hop festivals on the continent.
EventsWe Were Never Ready: Absa Pulled Up Big Time at Red Bull Unlocked Let me start by saying this: we were never ready.
You can read the event description, see the line-up, hear that more than 70 artists and DJs are going to be in one space and think you know what you’re walking into.You don’t.On 26 September, Cape Town came alive for Red Bull Unlocked, and…
EventsMaglera Doe Boy Makes ComplexCon 2026 Appearance In Los Angeles
The post Maglera Doe Boy Makes ComplexCon 2026 Appearance In Los Angeles appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maglera Doe Boy Makes ComplexCon 2026 Appearance In Los Angeles.
EventsHYPE Retro: K.O – The Rebirth of The Hustler
It is often said that the measure of a man is not his wins, but how he is able to come back from his losses. The industry is rough; it’ll tear up, chew up and spit out the toughest of them.
EventsAfrica Rising Music Conference Opens Global Call for Artists & Speakers and Launches Early Bird Tickets
Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) returns to Johannesburg’s Constitution Hill on 21 and 22 May 2027, and the search for the artists and voices who will shape its next edition starts today.
EventsWAV. Festival Returns With Ty Dolla $ing and KWN Headlining Cape Town and Pretoria In January 2027
WAV Festival is back in January 2027, expanding to a second South African city for its sophomore edition and bringing its celebration of R&B to Cape Town and Pretoria.
EventsCassper Says Fans Take Him Into A “Trance” When He Performs
The post Cassper Says Fans Take Him Into A “Trance” When He Performs appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Says Fans Take Him Into A “Trance” When He Performs.
EventsEmtee Gives Major Update On Long-Awaited ‘Nairobi’ Album
The post Emtee Gives Major Update On Long-Awaited ‘Nairobi’ Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Gives Major Update On Long-Awaited ‘Nairobi’ Album.
EventsDave Had Pretoria Singing Every Bar at SunBet Arena
We all know Dave had one of the best crowds ever in Pretoria. It’s not every day you see a crowd going bar for bar with an artist, but that’s exactly what happened at SunBet Arena. Simply because it’s Dave.
Events1020 Cartel Lands Inaugural Music Business Awards Africa Nomination
The post 1020 Cartel Lands Inaugural Music Business Awards Africa Nomination appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. 1020 Cartel Lands Inaugural Music Business Awards Africa Nomination.
EventsICYMI: Savanna’s Dry District Transformed the Luxurious Marble Circus into a Sipsational Spectacle.
Steve Jobe, Barry Hilton, DJ Kent’s WeeKent soundtrack and 30 years of crisp, dry cider came together for one anything-but-Mundatious field day. spectacle.
EventsReason Set for Back to the City Return With A Surprise Guest In Tow
The post Reason Set for Back to the City Return With A Surprise Guest In Tow appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Reason Set for Back to the City Return With A Surprise Guest In Tow.
EventsGalxboy Founder Gives Perfect 10/10 To Loatinover Pounds’ Sophomore Album “Ground 2 Glory”
The post Galxboy Founder Gives Perfect 10/10 To Loatinover Pounds’ Sophomore Album “Ground 2 Glory” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
EventsEmtee Explains Why He Gets Paranoid When Fans Rush the Stage
The post Emtee Explains Why He Gets Paranoid When Fans Rush the Stage appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Explains Why He Gets Paranoid When Fans Rush the Stage.
EventsSeun Kuti & Egypt 80 Unveil Introspective and Rhythmic Single, ‘DJB’
Acclaimed ensemble, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, released their new single ‘DJB’, today, 18 September 2026. The single is the third release off the forthcoming album, ‘Na Dem’. The project is set for international release on 6 November.
EventsSABC 1 Pioneers The First Scorpion Kings Live Television Broadcast to Viewers On 3 October
SABC1 is proud to pioneer the first-ever television broadcast of Scorpion Kings Live in South Africa. As the event’s Official Broadcast Partner, the channel will bring this landmark concert experience to audiences nationwide on Saturday, 3…
EventsLanga Mavuso Announces The Other Side Tour
Following a career defined by powerful storytelling, emotional depth and an unmistakable vocal presence, The Other Side Tour invites audiences to experience Langa Mavuso beyond the expected – exploring the music, emotions and perspective…
EventsMilk + Cookies Festival Announces 2027 Return to Cape Town & Joburg
Milk + Cookies Festival returns to South Africa this summer, bringing its mix of music, food, fashion and design to Cape Town on 29 January and Johannesburg on 31 January 2027.
EventsHYPE Retro: DJ Dimplez & DJ Speedsta
With DJs dominating the game in many respects over the past few years, it’s safe to say that the lost element of hip hop is back. Get with it or get detention.
EventsLYFE Kicking Off Summer This October
Y (previously known as YFM), the heartbeat of Joburg’s youth culture, is bringing LYFE back this summer with an unapologetic celebration of music, culture and the sounds shaping South Africa right now.
EventsSAMA32: Echoes of Heritage, Rhythms of Tomorrow
SAMA32: Echoes of Heritage, Rhythms of Tomorrow As we stand just one day away from Heritage Day, we celebrate the musical tapestry of our nation.
EventsCassper Praises Scorpion Kings’ FNB Stadium Spectacle As A Monumental Win For SA Music
The post Cassper Praises Scorpion Kings’ FNB Stadium Spectacle As A Monumental Win For SA Music appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Praises Scorpion Kings’ FNB Stadium Spectacle As A Monumental Win For SA Music.
EventsBantu Nots Postpones Highly Anticipated B11NGO Launch Event
The post Bantu Nots Postpones Highly Anticipated B11NGO Launch Event appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Bantu Nots Postpones Highly Anticipated B11NGO Launch Event.
EventsAward-Winning South African Performer Moonchild Sanelly Joins Mayonie Productions!
Mayonie Productions has officially welcomed award-winning South African singer, songwriter and performer Moonchild Sanelly to its artist roster.
EventsApple Music Announces long story short As The Latest Up Next Artist In South Africa
Apple Music today announces Cape Town indie-pop outfit long story short as the latest artist to be featured in its Up Next artist development program in South Africa.
EventsLeon Bridges is bringing his R&B sound to South Africa this November
South African R&B fans have something to look forward to: Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and performer Leon Bridges is heading to the country for two live shows in Johannesburg and Cape Town this November.
EventsJill Scott Inducted Into The Billboard Hall of Fame Ahead of South African Tour!
Following the recent world tour announcement, fans across the globe including South Africa are revelling in the excitement that three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning R&B and neo-soul singer and songwriter Jill Scott will be including Pretoria’s…
EventsPep Unbox Summer In Johannesburg with a First Of Kind Collaborative Event
PEP officially launched its new Summer range this past Friday at the Le Manoir in Northcliff, Johannesburg with UnboxingSummer, a showcase built for opening, not just looking.
EventsMining magnate MySol Offers To Back Emtee For Potential FNB Stadium Show In 2027
The post Mining magnate MySol Offers To Back Emtee For Potential FNB Stadium Show In 2027 appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Mining magnate MySol Offers To Back Emtee For Potential FNB Stadium Show In 2027.
EventsEastern Cape Rappers Get Final Call As iFani Builds EC vs KZN Cypher Lineup
The post Eastern Cape Rappers Get Final Call As iFani Builds EC vs KZN Cypher Lineup appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Eastern Cape Rappers Get Final Call As iFani Builds EC vs KZN Cypher Lineup.
EventsBig Zulu Announces Major Live Experience At Gold Reef City
The post Big Zulu Announces Major Live Experience At Gold Reef City appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Zulu Announces Major Live Experience At Gold Reef City.
EventsLordkez Reacts To Performing The National Anthem At The Currie Cup Final
The post Lordkez Reacts To Performing The National Anthem At The Currie Cup Final appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Lordkez Reacts To Performing The National Anthem At The Currie Cup Final.
EventsSouth Africa Fashion Awards Announces 2026 Nominees as Public Voting Officially Opens
The South Africa Fashion Awards (SAFA) has officially announced the nominees for the 2nd Annual South Africa Fashion Awards, taking place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at Hotel Sky, Sandton, Johannesburg.
EventsMeet we’re alright: The Cape Town band making noise and making space
From gigs around Cape Town to festival stages like Up the Creek and most recently taking on Aandklas’ Battle of the Bands, we’re alright are quickly becoming a band to watch.
EventsEmtee Eyes Historic FNB Stadium Takeover With Da Big Hustle One-Man Show
The post Emtee Eyes Historic FNB Stadium Takeover With Da Big Hustle One-Man Show appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Eyes Historic FNB Stadium Takeover With Da Big Hustle One-Man Show.
EventsRed Bull Unlocked Cape Town 2026
Red Bull Unlocked returns to the V&A Waterfront on 26 September 2026, with a strong lineup of headliners confirmed for the one-night-only experience.
EventsDanya Devs Drops Acoustic Version Of “Took a Shower”
The post Danya Devs Drops Acoustic Version Of “Took a Shower” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Danya Devs Drops Acoustic Version Of “Took a Shower.” Danya Devs is giving fans a different way to experience one of the standout moments from…
EventsBack To The City International Festival 2026 Announces Full Line Up
Back to the City International Festival has officially revealed its full line-up for 2026, bringing together two decades of hip-hop culture in one landmark celebration at Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown, Johannesburg, on 10 October 2026.
EventsBack To The City Unveils Monumental 2026 Lineup As Festival Marks 20 Years Of Culture
The post Back To The City Unveils Monumental 2026 Lineup As Festival Marks 20 Years Of Culture appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Back To The City Unveils Monumental 2026 Lineup As Festival Marks 20 Years Of Culture.
EventsNota Reacts After Emtee Turns Cape Town Festival Crowd Against Him
The post Nota Reacts After Emtee Turns Cape Town Festival Crowd Against Him appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nota Reacts After Emtee Turns Cape Town Festival Crowd Against Him.
Events25K Unveils Star-Studded Lineup For ‘Loyal To The Plug’ Flagship Event
The post 25K Unveils Star-Studded Lineup For ‘Loyal To The Plug’ Flagship Event appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. 25K Unveils Star-Studded Lineup For ‘Loyal To The Plug’ Flagship Event.
EventsDJ Maphorisa Salutes Cassper As An Inspiration Ahead Of Scorpion Kings’ FNB Show
The post DJ Maphorisa Salutes Cassper As An Inspiration Ahead Of Scorpion Kings’ FNB Show appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Maphorisa Salutes Cassper As An Inspiration Ahead Of Scorpion Kings’ FNB Show.
EventsEmtee Stuns Crowd At Kota Festival After 16-Day Jail Stint
The post Emtee Stuns Crowd At Kota Festival After 16-Day Jail Stint appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Stuns Crowd At Kota Festival After 16-Day Jail Stint.
EventsJack White to bring his first-ever live shows to SA
The Grammy Award-winning musician, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Jack White will bring his acclaimed live show to Johannesburg and Cape Town in December 2026 for two exclusive performances, presented by BreakOut Events.
EventsEmtee: The Imperfect GOAT South Africa Will Always Love
There are rappers who are respected, rappers who are successful and rappers who dominate the charts. Then there is Emtee. For a certain generation of South African hip-hop fans, Emtee is more than just an artist. He is a feeling.
EventsWindhoek Lager and 340ML Bring Real Music to the Middle of the Week
In a collaboration that brings together music, friendship and two culturally recognised names, Windhoek Lager has partnered with 340ml to mark the return of its much-loved 330ml Lager bottle.