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InterviewsFacebook Spotlights African Cinema in ‘Made by Africa, Loved by The World’ Campaign
Thursday, 14 May, 2026 – Facebook has launched the sixth edition of its pan-African campaign, ‘Made by Africa, loved by the world: Where stories spark community,’ ahead of Africa Day on May 25. This year’s focus: African cinema.
InterviewsSee Mars Music Announces Long-Awaited Debut Album Featuring Mpho Maleboo On “Toro”
See Mars Music is officially stepping into a new chapter with the announcement of his long-awaited debut album, set for release on 25 May 2026.
InterviewsThe Relaunch of G-Star Shape: For the South African Woman
First introduced in 2017, G-Star Shape was created with one goal in mind: challenge the standard women’s denim fit and engineer it around real proportions.
InterviewsSpotify opens new Johannesburg office, deepening commitment to South Africa’s creative economy
Spotify today officially opened its new Johannesburg office, marking an important moment in the company’s continued growth in South Africa and its broader commitment to Africa’s creative ecosystem.
InterviewsBuddy Sees Liro Sotomela And Madd Locco Deliver Raw Reflections On Loyalty And Survival
Liro Sotomela is set to release his deeply personal new single “Buddy” on 22 May, featuring Madd Locco and produced by “the kid from tomorro,” also known as 1ix6een.
InterviewsNew song “Clouds” finds a reluctant Alyssa Caroline hooked on a feeling
Only a couple of months have passed since Alyssa Caroline had us mesmerized with her “It’s Raining” single. The evocative song offered us a perfect showcase of her intimate and melody-driven blend of folk and pop.
InterviewsTopic & Becky G Deliver “Sorry Papi” Visuals—Watch
Latin pop and house music worlds collide as German electronic producer Topic and US-based singer Becky G deliver “Sorry Papi”.
InterviewsAs we await Obed Padilla’s “Rodeo Clown” EP, watch his video for the infectious title track
Mexican-American Obed Padilla‘s upcoming EP, Rodeo Clown, is now just days away–the project is scheduled for release on May 22 via Big Family Music. Out now is the title track, “Rodeo Clown”.
InterviewsSouth African Fans Turn Out for the Return of the ELCLÁSICO Extravaganza
LALIGA successfully brought back one of its flagship fan experiences this past weekend, engaging more than 1,000 fans through the return of the ELCLÁSICO Extravaganza at Fourways Mall.
InterviewsCapitec Proudly Ignites the Rebirth of Ubuntu Concert
Set to take place at the Joburg Theatre over two nights on the 29th and 30th of May, The Rebirth of Ubuntu concert, curated and produced by renowned guitarist and composer Billy Monama, fuses heritage and cultural diversity.