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King Monada added to the #FillUpMosesMabhida line-up

King Monada

With just 3 days to go until one of the most highly anticipated events of the year, multi award-winning musician, Cassper Nyovest, has announced that King Monada will be performing at #FillUpMosesMabhida this Saturday, 1 December 2018, at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.

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Cassper Nyovest has constantly alluded that the line-up revealed earlier this month might not be the final line-up of the night. Yesterday’s announcement of the addition of King Monada to the line-up has social media buzzing about what to expect on the night.

King Monada will join Cassper Nyovest on stage at #FillUpMosesMabhida alongside highly esteemed artists such as the likes of D’Banj, Babes Wodumo, Mahotella Queens, Shwi Nomtekhala, Black Motion, Okmalumkoolkat, Nadia Nakai and Sjava, just to highlight a few.

Concert goers attending #FillUpMosesMabhida can expect nothing short of a world class production. With a stage that takes 5 days to build, Cassper Nyovest has gone all out to make sure that everyone in attendance leaves having experienced a one of a kind concert.

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All the winners at the 3rd annual Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards

Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards winners

The Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards (MKHMA) held their third annual music ceremony on the 24th of November at the Big Top Arena in Carnival City.

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Devastating news rocked the awards when radio and TV personality, Bonginkosi “Zola” Dlamini pulled out as the host for the awards in 2018; the organisers had to soldier on to find a replace for the self-funded music awards show. The number 1 knox man, Sibusiso “DJ Sbu” Leope was the host for the awards on the night and contributed to the success of the show, despite the challenges artist’s faced, we continue to celebrate and honour Kwaito and House musicians in South Africa.

The lovely Mpho Tshabalala, wife of late Kwaito artist Mandoza, was in attendance and could not believe it when she received an award in the Best Kwaito Song of 1996-2000 for Mandoza’s hit song Nkalankatha. The Best Gqom Artist category was included in 2018 and the first artist to walk away with this award was Zinhle Ngidi who also contributed on the vocals of Shumaya. Busiswa walked away with the Best House Artist award as well as the Best House Single Album for her 2018 hit song, Bazoyenza. She also took to the stage with her dancers to excite the crowd with their dance moves as she performed her popular tracks to a roaring crowd.

2018 nominees, Trompies and Mshoza would have stolen the show with their electric performances on the night but the crowd were unable to contain themselves when MKHMA CEO, Ms Perfecta Khumalo and Mr Hlaudi Motsoeneng stole the show when they came on stage to award Doc Shebeleza with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to Kwaito and the music industry in its entirety. Mr Motsoeneng went on to say that he would have pushed for the 3rd annual Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards to be broadcast live on TV had he still been at the SABC.

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Rapper Big Zulu arrested for assaulting his lover

Siyabonga Nene Big Zulu

Rapper Big Zulu, whose real name is Siyabonga Nene was recently arrested for allegedly physically assaulting his girlfriend and mother of his two-year-old daughter.

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According to SowetanLIVE, Big Zulu grabbed his partner by the throat and threw her on the floor three times at their rented flat in Newtown, Johannesburg.

Speaking to Sunday World, the victim who cannot be named, told the publication that it was the first time the rapper laid his hands on her.

“The problem started two weeks ago when I confronted him. He was sitting outside with his friends and two girls. I called him to the side and asked him who the girls were. That was not the first time [I found him hanging around with strange women]. I asked him because I needed to know why he keeps doing that and disregarding my feelings. He got aggressive but that time he walked away,” she said.

She further told the publication that she had been battling depression which was made worse by the abusive situation. As a result, she attempted suicide by trying to overdose on pills with alcohol.

“I sent him a message to tell him it was not worth it anymore, however, he rushed home and found me before I overdosed on the pills,” she said. 

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10 Things We Learned About Bonang Matheba On Tropika Smoooth Fan

Bonang Matheba Tropika Smoooth Fan

In another exciting episode of Tropika Smoooth Fan this week, Bonang Matheba was in the hot seat as the star was on the hunt to find her smooothest fan. Viewers at home uncovered some interesting facts about the star during the exciting live quiz show.

ALSO READ: Bonang Matheba To Find Her Biggest Fan On Tropika Smoooth Fan This Week

In Tropika Smoooth Fan, four die-hard celebrity fans were chosen out of thousands to compete in a variety of interactive games and ultimately Dianetse Letsika proved she was Bonang’s smooothest fan. Dianetse won prizes to the value of R23 000 and will now move on to compete in the final alongside the smooothest fans of the other celebrity contestants in the hopes of winning R250 000 cash and a Honda Amaze.

These Are Some Of The Exciting Things We Learned About Bonang Matheba On Tropika Smoooth Fan: 

  • Bonang was born and raised in the beautiful city of Mafikeng.
  • Her middle name is Dorothy.
  • Mo’ghel is the proud sister to two brothers.
  • Her family calls the star by her nickname Mafanda.
  • Before she became a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, Bonang wanted to be a teacher.
  • Viewers fell in love with Bonang from her very first gig. She hosted the popular SABC 1 music show ‘Live’. The platform essentially catapulted her into superstardom and the presenter went on to present a range of television shows like the popular magazine show ‘Top Billing’.
  • In the early days of Bonang’s career, she ventured into the world of YouTube with an exciting online reality show titled B*Dazzled.
  • Fashion has always been something Bonang has been passionate about. While she’s worn some incredible outfits throughout her career, the star has also had a few of her own ranges – namely Baby Star, her bag range, Distraction, an underwear line for Woolworths, and Bonang By Bonang, a T-shirt range which was launched earlier this year.
  • Bonang has had an incredible rise to fame and shared her story in the best-selling autobiography ‘From A to B’ which was released last year.
  • The star wears a size five shoe.

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RapidLion seals a three-way partnership to bring the renowned Shortcutz Amsterdam to The Bioscope in Johannesburg

RapidLion Shortcutz Amsterdam

An exciting partnership forged in the run up to the 2019 edition of RapidLion – The South African International Film Festival will see the Dutch-based international short film initiative Shortcutz Amsterdam hold its first screenings at The Bioscope in Johannesburg this December.

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The three-way deal brokered by RapidLion will see The Bioscope play host to this globetrotting showcase with screenings from 7 to 13 December 2018 in Maboneng before further screenings on 7 March 2019 during RapidLion’s run at The Market Theatre.

Shortcutz Amsterdam showcases Dutch films from rising filmmakers via its weekly sessions based at the Arts Society De Kring in Amsterdam.

A jury made up of respected names in the Dutch and European film industries judges all films screened at Shortcutz Amsterdam in order to select the best monthly films. These are shown around the world through Shortcutz’s network of 30 partners, which includes global film festivals such as RapidLion, and special events.

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All the winners at the 2018 DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers' Choice Awards Bonang Matheba

The second Annual DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards were held at the Sandton Convention Center last night. The event was hosted by media personality Bonang Matheba who introduced some of popular SA’s stars to present the 13 awards.

ALSO READ: Former Best Friends Bonang Matheba And Somizi Meet At The DStv Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards Launch

Kwesta, Sjava, Bucie, Sun-El Musician, Sho Madjozi, Khaya Mthethwa, Dumi Mkokstad, Ntokozo Mbambo,  Mafikizolo, Mlindo The Vocalist, and DJ Maphorisa featuring Moonchild and Zulu Mkhathini, all entertained the crowed with their hottest performances.

Dr Rebecca Malope, was honoured with the 1Life Legend Award by another music icon, Lindelani Mkhize. In an emotional acceptance speech, she gave glory to God, thanked her family and fans, and paid tribute to those who came before her as well as her peers.

The Queen actress Thembsie Matu

See a complete list of the winners below:

Favourite Song of the Year
Prince Kaybee & LaSoulmates ft Zanda Zakuza & TNS – Club Controller

Favourite TV Presenter       
Pearl Modiadie

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Tbo Touch To Make Screen Debut In New Movie

Tbo Touch blessers movie

Entrepreneur Thabo Molefe, better known as Tbo Touch, is set to make his big screen debut when he stars in the movie “Blessers”.

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He will be doubling up in a supporting role and executive producer.

According to IOL, the local film will see the acting debut of the king of the airwaves, starring alongside some of Mzansi’s crème de la crème which includes Connie Chiume of Black Panther, Sonia Sedibe of Generations fame and the legendary actor and producer Kenneth Nkosi.

The comedy-drama movie takes viewers through the lives of the wealthy couple, Jacob Mofokeng played by Nkosi and his gorgeous wife Michelle, played by Sedibe, and their narcissist daughter Natasha, played by the young film student and starlet Six Nyamane.

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MTV Shuga Down South set to return in February 2019

MTV Shuga Down South

A partnership between Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), MTV Staying Alive Foundation, Unitaid and the London School of Hygiene and tropical medicine has brought back season 2 of the much loved MTV Shuga Down South.

ALSO READ: MTV Shuga Down South Open Auditions 2018

sapositivenews.com has revealed that the cast of the new season sees the return of some of season 1 cast members such as Thuso Mbedu and Jemima Osunde of MTV Shuga Naija.

The first season aired in 2017 and season 2 is coming on February 12, 2019. “The movement was created out of a passionate and purpose driven vision”, said VIMN Africa’s Communications Director Fatima Beckham. “The 3 year partnership has been created to introduce and evaluate story-lines on HIV innovation including HIV self testing and preventative drugs into the award winning MTV drama series Shuga”, she added.

Alex Okosi, VIMN Africa Managing Director says MTV Shuga has been an incredible powerful movement. “What’s really powerful about Shuga is that it’s not just a drama series but was crafted to be something that would resonate with our young viewers who watch our channels. It has an amazing storyline and relatable characters dealing with tough issues that young people face but deals with it in a very authentic way”.

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Ayanda Thabethe confirms her split from Dash

Ayanda Thabethe and Dash

Media personality Ayanda Thabethe has confirmed that she and Zulu Mkhathini (formerly known as Dash) have ended their relationship. This comes after weeks of speculations. 

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Last week at the Feather Awards, Somizi Mhlongo hinted about their break-up and tried to get Dash to collect the award in her absence. On Monday in an impromptu Q&A Ayanda hosted on her Insta Stories on Monday, she confirmed their split.

“I’m single again. I’ll always think the world of him,” she said after a fan asked about the status of her relationship.

She went on to say: “I’m not looking. I believe life will bring at the right time. I’m not in a rush either. I love a guy that is secure in himself and his self worth, honest, humble and kind. One who is hard working, ambitious, family orientated, adventurous and God fearing.” 

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