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BOOK EXTRACT | Risky dinner in the boma — bush magic, mystery and mischief

BOOK EXTRACT | Risky dinner in the boma — bush magic, mystery and mischief

This is an extract from 'Dining with Elephants' by Francoise Malby-Anthony

By Sowetan

BOOK EXTRACT | Cape Town author Catriona Ross’s new novel ‘The Which Word’

BOOK EXTRACT | Cape Town author Catriona Ross’s new novel ‘The Which Word’

'Her pulse was ticking up; already she felt like a trespasser. Why hadn’t she stopped and turned back?'

By Sowetan

From retail to barcadi: BQueen’s rise from struggle to spotlight

From retail to barcadi: BQueen’s rise from struggle to spotlight

Rising bacardi musician BQueen is enjoying her moment in the spotlight after years of working in retail.

By Masego Seemela

Bongani Fassie on a high after 7 years of sobriety

Bongani Fassie on a high after 7 years of sobriety

Artist Bongani Fassie, the son of the late Brenda Fassie, opens up about the naysayers, his sobriety, evolution and public scrutiny ahead of his new EP Skomline dropping on Friday.

By Masego Seemela

‘Pimville’ production company in breach of contract, says SABC

‘Pimville’ production company in breach of contract, says SABC

The national broadcaster has put contingency plans in place to ensure continuation of the telenovela

By Masego Seemela

Kabza De Small and Maphorisa explore day two of ‘Scorpion Kings Live’ due to huge demand

Kabza De Small and Maphorisa explore day two of ‘Scorpion Kings Live’ due to huge demand

With over 50,000 tickets already sold for Scorpion Kings Live: A Family Affair on September 19 at FNB Stadium, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa are exploring the possibilities of adding a second day.

By Koena Mashale

Local is lekker at the Soweto Fashion Week

Local is lekker at the Soweto Fashion Week

Showcase blended rising stars with established industry names

By Nombuso Kumalo

LISTEN | Amapiano ‘hunk’ Sushi B leans into sound, not spotlight

LISTEN | Amapiano ‘hunk’ Sushi B leans into sound, not spotlight

Johannesburg-born producer and artist Kenny Katleho Magampa, better known as Sushi B, may be dubbed amapiano’s latest heartthrob, but he’s far more focused on the music than the title.

By Masego Seemela

WEDDING | Xtremme’s radio journey down the aisle

WEDDING | Xtremme’s radio journey down the aisle

How radio broadcaster Xolani “Xtremme” Mthombeni brought Y listeners along when he said “I do” to sweetheart Dithapelo Segodi.

By Masego Seemela

How to start an emergency fund and stick to it

How to start an emergency fund and stick to it

Financial experts say you need between three to six months’ salary in your emergency fund which will serve as a safety net in future.

By Sibongile Mashaba

‘Lover Girl’ JayJayy takes a bold Detour into stardom

‘Lover Girl’ JayJayy takes a bold Detour into stardom

At just 19, Kamogelo Makoma Jaydrean Mokoti, affectionately known as JayJayy, is one of amapiano’s rising stars who is making the block hot right now.

By Masego Seemela

IN PICS | Tyla, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Blue Ivy embrace ‘Fashion is Art’ at Met Gala

IN PICS | Tyla, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Blue Ivy embrace ‘Fashion is Art’ at Met Gala

The Met stairs were a star-studded affair

By Nombuso Kumalo

WATCH | Unathi Mkhize is the new leading man in town

WATCH | Unathi Mkhize is the new leading man in town

When actor Unathi Mkhize steps onto the set of his cover shoot on a chilly autumn morning, a day after the Easter long weekend, his glow lights up the room.

By Emmanuel Tjiya

Young chef shines in Joburg’s fine dining scene

Young chef shines in Joburg’s fine dining scene

Maoke finds inspiration in family and food

By Nombuso Kumalo

Musa Mseleku on the good, bad, ugly of his reality show

Musa Mseleku on the good, bad, ugly of his reality show

Ahead of the season 9 finale of reality TV show Uthando Nes’thembu on May 14, celebrity polygamous Musa Mseleku speaks to Sowetan about the emotional tensions that has kept viewers on the edge of their seats almost 10 seasons later.

By Katlego Molubi

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