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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…
Artist SpotlightNTS X Diesel Tracks SA Presents Tonii Polonii
TONII POLONII lives somewhere between chaos and intention. Inspired by the raw energy of SoundCloud bootlegs and Cape Town’s underground scene, their sound is playful, unfiltered and built around the freedom to experiment.
Industry NewsBlxckie Teases Highly Anticipated Collaboration With Mfana Touchline
The post Blxckie Teases Highly Anticipated Collaboration With Mfana Touchline appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blxckie Teases Highly Anticipated Collaboration With Mfana Touchline.
InterviewsGEAUSA 2026 Announces Nominees As Voting Opens August 31st
The Ghana Entertainment Awards USA (GEAUSA) has officially announced the nominees for its 2026 edition, celebrating outstanding Ghanaian and African talent across music, film, media, digital content, fashion, and the creative arts.
Industry NewsDJ Ready D Enters Cape Town Mayoral Race As People’s Movement for Change Candidate
The post DJ Ready D Enters Cape Town Mayoral Race As People’s Movement for Change Candidate appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Ready D Enters Cape Town Mayoral Race as People’s Movement for Change Candidate.
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.
Artist SpotlightIssi Reflects On His Journey In An Emotive Throwback Post
The post Issi Reflects On His Journey In An Emotive Throwback Post appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Issi Reflects On His Journey In An Emotive Throwback Post.
Industry NewsFame Week Africa, Pressure Cooker Studios team up on songwriting camp
African music makers, filmmakers, brands and content creators will have an opportunity to collaborate directly on original music for film, television, advertising and digital content through a new songwriting camp launched by Fame Week…
Industry NewsMoozlie Gets First Career Plaque After Years of Building Her Legacy
The post Moozlie Gets First Career Plaque After Years of Building Her Legacy appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Moozlie Gets First Career Plaque After Years of Building Her Legacy.
New ReleasesKabelo Mabalane Releases “Everybody Needs Somebody” As He Makes Long-Awaited Musical Return
The post Kabelo Mabalane Releases “Everybody Needs Somebody” As He Makes Long-Awaited Musical Return appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kabelo Mabalane Releases “Everybody Needs Somebody” As He Makes Long-Awaited Musical Return.
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.
Industry NewsEmtee Walks Free After 16 Days In Custody As Wife Withdraws Case
The post Emtee Walks Free After 16 Days In Custody As Wife Withdraws Case appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Walks Free After 16 Days In Custody As Wife Withdraws Case.
Industry NewsPdotO Shares His Deeply Personal Top 5 Tupac Songs
The post PdotO Shares His Deeply Personal Top 5 Tupac Songs appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. PdotO Shares His Deeply Personal Top 5 Tupac Songs.
Industry NewsDJ Sliqe Reveals How ‘Ntshepe’ Brought Loatinover Pounds, Sjava & Cassper Nyovest Together
The post DJ Sliqe Reveals How ‘Ntshepe’ Brought Loatinover Pounds, Sjava & Cassper Nyovest Together appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Sliqe Reveals How ‘Ntshepe’ Brought Loatinover Pounds, Sjava & Cassper Nyovest Together.
Industry NewsNadia Nakai & Toss Fuel Romance Talk With Latest Cosy Moments
The post Nadia Nakai & Toss Fuel Romance Talk With Latest Cosy Moments appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nadia Nakai & Toss Fuel Romance Talk With Latest Cosy Moments.
Industry NewsNota Dismisses Zoocci Coke Dope’s Impact: “Who the F* Is Zoocci?”
The post Nota Dismisses Zoocci Coke Dope’s Impact: “Who the F* Is Zoocci?” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nota Dismisses Zoocci Coke Dope’s Impact: “Who the F* Is Zoocci?” Nota Baloyi has reignited conversations around status and…
Industry NewsDonald Props SA Rappers In Heartwarming Music Industry Tribute
The post Donald Props SA Rappers In Heartwarming Music Industry Tribute appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Donald Props SA Rappers In Heartwarming Music Industry Tribute.
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…
InterviewsSkindeep Announces WAVES: Sunset Edition, A Soundtrack for the Golden Hour!
Following the introduction of his acclaimed WAVES project, South African DJ and producer Skindeepreturns with WAVES: Sunset Edition, the second chapter in an ongoing seasonal music series that explores the relationship between music,…
Industry NewsFlash iKumkani Pulls Out of September Boxing Bout As Album Rollout Takes Priority
The post Flash iKumkani Pulls Out of September Boxing Bout As Album Rollout Takes Priority appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Flash iKumkani Pulls Out of September Boxing Bout As Album Rollout Takes Priority.