by Nokuthula Moyo Respect for press freedom and a free flow of information are necessary for a vibrant and healthy democracy. Are we saying farewell to democracy in South Africa? While other African countries are being acknowledged for improved press freedom by the United Nations, South Africa has been receiving widespread condemnation from human rights [...]
Today marks nine years since the untimely passing of Brenda Fassie on May 9, 2004. The South African afro-pop singer was dubbed the “Madonna of the Townships” by Time Magazine and affectionately known as MaBrr by her fans died after an apparent drug overdose led to cardiac arrest. Throughout her career as one of the [...]
The award-winning series, Intersexions, is back for a second season. Intersexions comprises of 26 independent but interrelated episodes “that examine how that which remains unsaid in love, relationships and sex may place us at greatest risk of HIV infection.” The concept is similar to that of Love Games Zambia and Shuga (Kenya) and it has [...]
Kopano Matlwa is a South Africa medical doctor and author. While studying Medicine at the University of Cape Town, she wrote her first novel, Coconut, which was published in 2007. Her debut novel is one that confronts uncomfortable issues facing youth in the post-Apartheid era. It is a thorough and somewhat disturbing commentary on life [...]
After a very long hiatus, the South African supergroup Mafikizolo is back. They are in rare form, carrying on the legacy of the dearly departed third member , Tebogo. This song has been popular for a few months and now there’s a very colorful visual with a strong Ndebele influence. Enjoy. Mafikizolo feat Uhuru – [...]
*Image via Style Tribe SA We are loving South African songstress Nandi Mngoma’s video for her debut single, “Goodtimes.” This is one of those songs you cannot help but dance to. It’s fun and vibrant, makes us long for summer days. What do you think? Nandi Mngoma Facebook @NandiMngoma
Mbongeni Richman Buthelezi is a South African artist famous for his plastic art. ”My work is predominantly recycled plastics on plastic melted with hot air gun,” says Buthelezi. Originally, Buthelezi wanted to be a sculptor. He enrolled at the Funda Community College in Soweto where another artist convinced him to try other art forms. Buthelezi [...]
How often do you see a person walking around with a copy of their country’s constitution? That is exactly what happens in one of the opening scenes of “Dear Mandela”, as a young activist explains the rights of a family whose shack has been demolished by the government. Kwazulu Natal, a province in South Africa, [...]
Whether you are a football fan or not, you remember Zambia’s dramatic penalty shootout win in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations. It made headlines everywhere and was also on a number of “Top Moments of 2012″ lists. Two and a half years after hosting world’s largest football tournament, South Africa finds itself hosting the [...]
Here are a few female singers from around the continent. These are their most recent videos released within the past few months. A lot of different styles going on. What do you think? Which is your favorite and who are you listening to right now? Efya [Ghana]- Getaway Tiwa Savage [Nigeria] – Ife Wa Gbona [...]