Award winning acts Lira, Mi Casa, Thandiswa Mazwai, Judith Sephuma, Ringo Madlingozi, Amanda Black, Mafikizolo and The Soil, were announced as the official line up for the 2019 Nubian Music Festival. Now in its third year, the Nubian Music Festival – one of SA’s biggest cultural...
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Chef Nti has taken South Africa and taste buds by storm. The last year has seen our favourite foodie chef win our hearts and appetites by bringing the joy of traditional favourites and remixing them with a modern, fusion inspired approach that can now be...
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Words: Tshiamo Seape The outlets through which young influencers can access large, engaged followings are only increasing in number and relevance. As Instagram and Facebook reach saturation point, brands are looking for new avenues to mine creative talent. As content creators look for new platforms to...
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Africa’s Top Designers Redefine the African Aesthetic for the Vodacom Durban July Some of Africa’s most creative minds have been assembled to bring to life the Afrofuturistic theme for this year’s Vodacom Durban July, the continent’s most illustrious horse-race. As part of the “Stars of Africa” fashion...
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A decade and a half of the best entertainment journalism in the world is a cause for celebration. When The Vowel, E! touched down in South Africa 15 years ago, it gave South African viewers unprecedented access to the stars they love and the events...
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As the prospect of colder weather seems more like a reality and less the anxiety of a former version of yourself, you may want to use those last remaining weeks of sunshine to create some outdoorsy memories for when thick sweaters and non-negotiable appointments with...
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With a touch of glamour and some luxury to garnish, the multi talented Bonang Matheba treated her close friends and a select group of guest to a Courvoisier tasting and cocktail masterclass at Johannesburg's Mesh Club. The member's only club was the site of an...
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There's magic in the air and with it comes spending. With the combination of a little something extra in your pocket and calls from every corner telling you how best to "treat yo' self", it can be hard making an informed decision. Let's forget about...
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A new jewel in the crown for SA's Queen of media Words: Tshiamo Seape Bonang Matheba cuts a powerful figure as GQ magazine's September cover star. Dressed in all black, Bonang - a brand unto herself - adorns the cover accompanied by no headlines making her the...
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The people were in a buzz over the launch of a limited edition t-shirt collection, Bonang by Bonang Matheba, which dropped on exclusively on Spree, bringing Queen B’s famous catch-phrases to a range of pure white tees. Made famous on Being Bonang, the “Bonangisms”- ‘Mo’ghel’, ‘Give...
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A mountain, an ocean and rolling wine estates, while beautiful can pale in comparison to the sight of a beautifully prepared meal staring back at you. Ambience, good company and a liquid accompaniment when perfectly combined all come together to make more than a meal,...
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From nowhere, as if from a dream, your favourite sports brands from yesteryear are making a much welcome return to the streets. And now, thanks to some high profile collaborations the world of sportswear has been given a high fashion upgrade. Words: Tshiamo Seape Classic brands, specifically...
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