Musician Bad Gal Riri thanks her fans for where it all began 20 years ago Mapaballo Borotho Image @badgalriri | Instagram In a heartwarming tribute to her journey, global superstar Rihanna took to social media on Saturday to reflect on the 20th anniversary of the moment that changed her life forever: her entry into the music industry. The Instagram post reads like a heartfelt letter to her fans, collaborators, industry […]
Lynn Forbes shares heartfelt tribute to her late son AKA Mapaballo Borotho Image: Lynn Forbes Instagram Kiernan “AKA” Forbes’s mother, Lynn Forbes, has opened up about how her world was turned upside down following the tragic death of her son. “133 Fridays. 930 days. 30 months. 2 years, 6 months, 3 weeks. That’s how long it’s been since my world changed forever,” she wrote on Instagram. Alongside an old photograph […]
The life and career of the late Nandi Nyembe Mapaballo Borotho and Andile Khuzwayo Image @actor spaces | Instagram South Africa is mourning the loss of beloved actress Nandi Nyembe, whose remarkable career left an indelible mark on film, theatre, and television. Mam’ Nandi was born in 1950 in Kliptown, Johannesburg. She will be remembered for her undeniable talent, warm demeanour, and unforgettable contribution to the South African film industry. […]
Bontle Modiselle and Priddy Ugly welcome their newborn son Mapaballo Borotho Image @bontle.modiselle Celebrity couple Bontle Modiselle Moloi and her husband, rapper Priddy Ugly, have welcomed their second child -a baby boy. Bontle shared adorable family pictures on Instagram, revealing that their family has grown. In her August photo dump, she subtly included snippets of their newborn, carefully hiding his face, and captioned the post “life lately.” The first image […]
Una Rams celebrates wife Ntando’s birthday with a moving message Mapaballo Borotho Image @dumantando | Instagram Musician Unarine Rambani, affectionately known as Una Rams, melted hearts after penning a touching birthday message to his wife, actress and media personality Ntando Duma Rambani. In an Instagram post on Friday, Una described Ntando as a divine blessing in his life, expressing deep gratitude for their journey together. “Mufumakadzi wanga. To know you […]
Mapaballo Borotho Image: Adobe Stock Ford has announced it will retrench 470 employees in Pretoria and Gqeberha as part of a production realignment. The cuts include 391 jobs in Silverton, 73 in Struandale, and 10 administrative positions. Trade union Solidarity warned the move signals broader risks for South Africa’s automotive industry under current economic pressures. Automaker Ford has confirmed that 470 employees at its South African operations will be retrenched, […]
Mapaballo Borotho Image @ActionSA | X ActionSA celebrated its 5th anniversary on 29 August 2025, marking its launch during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020. The party has grown into a significant opposition force, governing Tshwane, securing six seats in parliament, and becoming the 7th largest party nationally. Over the years, it has championed causes such as exempting schools and hospitals from load-shedding and supporting the Lily Mine families. ActionSA, one […]
Mapaballo Borotho Image @PRASA group | Instagram Gautrain and PRASA will run a late-night integrated train service for the Scorpion Kings concert at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on 29 August 2025. Concertgoers can take the Gautrain to Pretoria Station and connect directly to PRASA trains to the venue. The service excludes Rhodesfield and O.R. Tambo routes, with normal fares and promotions still applicable. Gautrain has partnered with PRASA to operate a […]
Mapaballo Borotho Image | Wikimedia Commons SANTACO has confirmed that taxi operations across Gauteng will continue as normal, except in Ekurhuleni where discussions are still ongoing. Commuters in the East Rand were left stranded on Thursday after taxis halted operations over vehicle impoundment concerns. The council apologised for the disruption and said it is engaging government to resolve the matter. The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has assured commuters […]
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The World Show is informative, expansive, and largely pan-African. This is a musical journey that bridges generations and genres, travelling across continents and timelines, with in-depth interviews and features. ‘The World Show’ is a four-hour global journey through sound – featuring the freshest tracks from home and afar.
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