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Limpopo-born DJ and producer Darque is gearing up for his biggest record yet, coming next year with Shimza. But before then the 34-year-old will be heating up the decks this festive season and he tells Sowetan what it takes to own the summer.

This year, more than ever, mixing high and low has become the chicest way of dressing with a sense of fun. We have fully entered the era of being totally gagged over “designer x mass market” collabs.

At the age of 19, Sarah Langa lost her scholarship when she failed her first year of actuarial science at Wits University. But, instead of crashing out, she used the school of hard knocks to unlock personal growth and resilience.

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".

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.

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.

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.

Bohang Moeko brings Christmas cheer this festive season in the next chapter in the How to Ruin Love franchise.

Ntobeko Sishi stars as Ovee in the Netflix rom-com 'Love & Wine', where he explores a playful and loving character, contrasting his usual dramatic roles. The film revolves around themes of love and connection.

DBN Gogo celebrates six years of her amapiano influence with her new EP, 'The Godmother,' which showcases her musical preferences and collaborations with new artists.

Former child star Siphiwe Mtshali, 44, believes it’s third time lucky as he stages another triumphant TV return. He experienced some setbacks over the last three decades, and his comeback is testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft.

Andy Maqondwana from Kaya 959 has every reason to smile as one of the nominees for the prestigious 2025 Radio Awards.

Fulu Modibedi (née Mugovhani), loved for her roles in Scandal!, Ring of Lies and Ayanda, is returning to the small screen with a bang.

Brotherhood takes centre-stage in the new music-meets-conversation TV show Man and the Mic. The 50-year-old TKZee member Zwai Bala is one of the headliners in the Mzansi Wethu show set to premiere on December 14.

The Soweto International Film Festival is set to spotlight Africa’s next generation of cinematic storytellers, with emerging filmmakers Chris Djuma and Isaac Kasende leading the charge.