Tag: South Africa
MUSIC
KEHLANI LAUNCHES MASSIVE WORLD TOUR WITH 44 SHOWS STARTING Aug 11
The Kehlani World Tour kicks off tonight in Minneapolis, featuring 44 shows across North America and Europe through December. The tour includes R&B openers like Durand Bernarr, Dixson, TheARTI$t, and WASEEL, with Destin Conrad joining for South Africa dates. Fans can get tickets now.
CULTURE
South Africa Reclaims Khoi and San Remains: Restorative Justice Win
After decades of being held in European institutions for racist scientific research, dozens of Khoi and San ancestors have finally been returned to South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa led the historic reburial, calling it a massive victory for global restorative justice.
CULTURE
How the Zulus Defeated an Empire
In 1879, the British army invaded the Zulu kingdom, founded by warrior Shaka Zulu in 1818. This led to a historic conflict where the Zulu People of South Africa defeated the British.
MOVIES & TV
Uncle Waffles: NYC Domination Recap – Unforgettable Show
Shamaal It’s long been believed that behind every great touring musician is an equally great DJ making sure the sound is on point and the crowd is vibing during intermission. However, what happens when the DJ is the actual star of the show? We found out the ans
MUSIC
Cynthia Erivo Closes in on EGOT Status
Cynthia Erivo is one of five hopefuls to win Best Actress in a Leading Role at this year’s Academy Awards. Erivo, who has reached...
CULTURE
12 African Artists to Watch in 2025
A new year in African music holds a lot of promise. It’s a time for musicians and listeners to rethink their creation and consumption...
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MUSIC
Jhene Aiko on New Album 2026
Y'all excited for new Jhene Aiko!? She posted brb with an album on her story, Chilombo came out in 2020 and we've been surviving on features and loosies ever since, she didn't give a date, or title, but after six years a confirmation is enough can't wait for new Jhene Aiko!
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Don Toliver Concert Halted After Gun Found in Arena
Don Toliver's concert in Texas was abruptly cut short Tuesday night after cops say a man tried to smuggle a gun inside the arena. The rapper was towards the end of his set at the Toyota Center in Houston when he suddenly walked off the stage. A 30-year-old man entered the arena and got flagged by a security guard after he went through a metal detector with a handgun. The guard contacted a law enforcement officer who took the man into custody. The show ended approximately ten minutes early and Don already completed the majority of his set.
MUSIC
Osé on 2026: Afro-Soul Rising Star Shines
The Nigerian-born, Toronto-raised singer Osé just dropped her debut EP 'Feels Like Home,' led by the standout 'Gently.' It's a strong introduction to one of the most promising new voices in the Afro-Soul wave. Across seven tracks, she blends Afrobeats, R&B, and soul into a sound that's all her own.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Britney Spears Apologizes for Past Mistakes With Kids
Britney Spears is apologizing to her sons for what she calls her "mistakes in the past," admitting a recent conversation left her questioning herself as a mother. She reflected on painful memories involving her parents while also saying she lost pieces of herself while moving from The Mickey Mouse Club to global pop fame.
MUSIC
Denise Julia on EMPIRE: Rising R&B Star
The 24-year-old from Tondo, Manila came up writing songs in her bedroom and recording until sunrise, and now she's one of the first homegrown Filipina artists signed to a major US label. She's had the internet buzzing after her From The Block performance of 'SPEECHLESS' racked up over 16 million views on Twitter, becoming the first Filipino artist to bring the platform to the Philippines, filmed right in Tondo with an all-Filipino team whose work landed on a Times Square billboard in NYC.