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InterviewsThe Urban Playground Opens Its Doors at Rosebank Mall – Exciting Expansion for The Brand and Partnership with Robot Boii
Following the success of its Fourways branch, The Urban Playground is expanding its creative reach with a new, dynamic and multi-functional space designed to bring people together through movement, play, creativity and community.
Industry NewsMiss Pru DJ Hits The Brakes On Podcast Dreams
The post Miss Pru DJ Hits The Brakes On Podcast Dreams appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Miss Pru DJ Hits The Brakes On Podcast Dreams.
InterviewsYeahWeLink Music Festival & Industry Workshop 2026 reveals stacked line-up for artists on the rise
The YeahWeLink Music Festival & Industry Workshop 2026 is back with another culture-shifting edition, bringing together emerging artists, industry leaders and music lovers for a full day dedicated to learning, networking and live music.
InterviewsAsics Launches “Beauty” Campaign Featuring Post-exercise Faces to Show the Glow That Comes From Within
Get the Glow’ shows how 15 minutes of movement can lift and refresh body and mind In a world of filters, flawless skin and increasingly complex routines, ASICS is highlighting the original way to “get the glow”: movement that lifts and…
Industry NewsNanette Revisits “Painfully Happy” With Bold Deluxe Edition Release
The post Nanette Revisits “Painfully Happy” With Bold Deluxe Edition Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nanette Revisits “Painfully Happy” With Bold Deluxe Edition Release.
Industry NewsSjava Extends Unmatched YouTube Dominance With Six Consecutive Months At No. 1
The post Sjava Extends Unmatched YouTube Dominance With Six Consecutive Months At No. 1 appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Sjava Extends Unmatched YouTube Dominance With Six Consecutive Months At No. 1.
Industry NewsShe's got bratitude: Tyla becomes first African artist with a Bratz doll
From chart-topping hits to toy shelves, Tyla has added another major milestone to her growing global legacy.
Industry News‘Love Keeps People Alive’: Riky Rick’s Mother Explains Powerful Memorial Forest Tribute
The post ‘Love Keeps People Alive’: Riky Rick’s Mother Explains Powerful Memorial Forest Tribute appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. ‘Love Keeps People Alive’: Riky Rick’s Mother Explains Powerful Memorial Forest Tribute.
Industry NewsSA Hip Hop Continues Streaming Dominance On Apple Music In 2026
The post SA Hip Hop Continues Streaming Dominance On Apple Music In 2026 appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. SA Hip Hop Continues Streaming Dominance On Apple Music In 2026.
Industry NewsCassper Announces He Will Host The 2026 SA Music Awards (SAMAs)
The post Cassper Announces He Will Host The 2026 SA Music Awards (SAMAs) appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Announces He Will Host The 2026 SA Music Awards (SAMAs).
Industry NewsBlue Pappi Drops ‘Ama Getdown’ As ‘Road To Ehlane’ EP Nears Release
The post Blue Pappi Drops ‘Ama Getdown’ As ‘Road To Ehlane’ EP Nears Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blue Pappi Drops ‘Ama Getdown’ As ‘Road To Ehlane’ EP Nears Release.
Industry NewsDJ Zan-D Praises iFani’s Lyricism On Forthcoming Mixtape ‘Umsebenzi Wam’
The post DJ Zan-D Praises iFani’s Lyricism On Forthcoming Mixtape ‘Umsebenzi Wam’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Zan-D Praises iFani’s Lyricism On Forthcoming Mixtape ‘Umsebenzi Wam.’ iFani appears ready to make a powerful return to…
Industry NewsMoozlie Celebrates International Recognition With AFRIMMA Nomination
The post Moozlie Celebrates International Recognition With AFRIMMA Nomination appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Moozlie Celebrates International Recognition With AFRIMMA Nomination.
Industry NewsBig Zulu Updates Fans On Upcoming “Big Zulu Live Experience Tour”
The post Big Zulu Updates Fans On Upcoming “Big Zulu Live Experience Tour” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Zulu Updates Fans On Upcoming “Big Zulu Live Experience Tour”.
Industry News“I Was Never a Side Chick”: Nicole Nyaba On Her Relationship With AKA
The post “I Was Never a Side Chick”: Nicole Nyaba On Her Relationship With AKA appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “I Was Never a Side Chick”: Nicole Nyaba On Her Relationship With AKA.
InterviewsNew Mamelodi Sundowns Home kit shines with 2 Champions League
PUMA and Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club today launch the Home kit for the 2026/27 season. The new shirt is the first to feature two stars after the club’s “shoeshine and piano” style of play secured the CAF Champions League for the second…
Industry NewsMakwa Shares The Unexpected Story Behind The Making Of “Ilanga” Featuring Kwesta & Bontle RSA
The post Makwa Shares The Unexpected Story Behind The Making Of “Ilanga” Featuring Kwesta & Bontle RSA appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Makwa Shares The Unexpected Story Behind The Making Of “Ilanga” Featuring Kwesta & Bontle RSA.
Industry NewsSkiips Confirms ‘N.G.R’ Mixtape For August Release
The post Skiips Confirms ‘N.G.R’ Mixtape For August Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Skiips Confirms ‘N.G.R’ Mixtape For August Release.
Industry NewsCassper Hints At Landmark Project: “I’ve Never Done This Before”
The post Cassper Hints At Landmark Project: “I’ve Never Done This Before” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Hints At Landmark Project: “I’ve Never Done This Before.” Cassper Nyovest has sparked a wave of speculation after revealing…
InterviewsAmy Correa Bell presents “Go! (Golden Go Remix)”: Listen
Talented artist and songwriter Amy Correa Bell has delivered a new version of her 2023 song “Go!”. She’s named the reimagined version “Go! (Golden Go Remix)”.