Entertainment
Naledi “Star” Rabotapi aims for the amapiano ‘princess’ crown
Naledi Dineo Rabotapi, known as Star, is a versatile artist aspiring to be the "Princess of amapiano". She has gained recognition in acting and aims to showcase her talents through a reality show called "Rolling With the (S)tars".
SPOTLIGHT | A washed-up Hollywood actor rediscovers his joy of performing
A year after Freddy Fazbear’s nightmare, the town has turned the trauma into folklore, unleashing a new horror that refuses to stay forgotten.
Zonke’s bringing the vibe to the riverbank
Zonke will headline this year’s Belgravia Soul Session By The River, on Saturday December 13 at Dickinson Park in Vereeniging, south of Joburg.
Editor’s letter | Cheers to 2026 – the year of 10
The decadent party season is here — a foolproof excuse for SMag to get the ball rolling on a special upcoming jubilee. Here is a big clue: it’s never a bad idea to party like it’s 2016 and Rihanna just dropped her last album, Anti. Shhh, don’t tell anyone
SMag’s December Celebration issue highlights decade-defining brands
SMag's December issue features the designer and muse duo Rich Mnisi and Sarah Langa, marking Mnisi's decade in fashion and Langa's influence in content creation. It also highlights actor Thabang Molaba's Hollywood debut in 'Now You See Me: Now You Don’t.'
WATCH | Choir girl Thozama forges own musical identity
Thozama began her music journey with the acclaimed Mzansi Youth Choir, where she travelled internationally and graced major stages. Now, she’s stepping into a new chapter, building her identity as a solo artist.
‘Mayibuye iAfrika Concert will revive SA’s cultural pride’– Billy Monama
Guitarist and composer Billy Monama is staging the Mayibuye iAfrika Concert: The Rebirth of Ubuntu to use music as a tool for social change and cultural unity. The concert features reimagined works of iconic South African musicians.
IN PICS | FMX riders thrill crowd at Montecasino
Some of South Africa’s top FMX riders went head-to-head with the world’s best on Saturday at Montecasino in Fourways, where thousands of fans packed the sold-out arena for a night of adrenaline-fuelled action.
Rapper Jabulani “Zann” Mathibe’s debut EP tackles HIV stigma
Jabulani 'Zann' Mathibe, a 44-year-old father of two from Meadowlands, Soweto, has launched his rap career with his debut EP, Pain and Snakes, addressing his journey with an HIV-positive diagnosis.
IN PICS | Churches converge at FNB Stadium for National Day of Prayer
Thousands of worshippers from various churches gathered at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg for the Motsepe Foundation National Day of Prayer.
A-Listers | Hail the fashion police
Next time you gleefully open that package from Shein and Temu, spare a thought for the 8,000 jobs lost in retail and production over the past five years since these two Asia-based e-commerce platforms arrived on our shores.
Izikhothane in the courtroom as wealthy accused dress to impress
Organised crime accused Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala raised eyebrows at parliament’s ad hoc committee hearing at Pretoria’s Kgosi Mampuru prison this week — and not only for his testimony.
Meet Pearl Thusi: The DJ
A decade after rapper Emtee name-dropped her in the lyrics of his smash hit, Pearl Thusi is entering a new musical journey with her debut single, Sodwa.
SPOTLIGHT | Love in the afterlife, Disney duo return and ‘Stranger Things’ signs off
'Spotlight' is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in SA, exclusive film trailers and more.
TV heartthrob Bohang Moeko turns up the Christmas charm
Bohang Moeko brings Christmas cheer this festive season in the next chapter in the How to Ruin Love franchise.




























