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The Citizen
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Witpoortjie Radio star bags another award at Basadi in Music Awards
The Basadi in Music Awards that took place August 1–2 saw Witpoortjie radio and television producer, events MC and beauty enthusiast Nonhlanhla 'Noni' Khumalo walk away with the coveted Best Producer of the Year award. This was Noni's second award at the Basadi Music Award. In 2024, she bagged herself the best TV producer of the year award for her role on the SABC News lifestyle show Trendz LIVE, which debuted her at these prestigious awards. 'This is such a big deal for me. Getting recognised for the content I produce both on radio and television is so affirming. This means everything to me, and it feels like a turning point in my career. Not only is the industry starting to see and hear me, but I'm also beginning to believe in my own voice and finally standing fully in my power. 'As a passionate media junkie, I put so much of myself into my work. I'm so glad it's starting to reach the right eyes and ears. It gives me confidence, it opens doors, and most importantly, it reminds me that I'm exactly where I need to be,' she said. Noni is the producer of a weekday lunchtime show on YFM, and she also co-hosts a feature called Ready, Set, Hired every weekday between 10:00 and 11:00. Her journey spans over seven years, having worked for stations such as VOW FM and 947, where she contributed and presented to major shows such as breakfast and drive, playing different roles from co-host to traffic and contributor for specific elements on shows.
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
LaConco makes acting debut in Mzansi Magic's 'Genesis'
LaConco made her acting debut on Tuesday night. Reality star and media personality Nonkanyiso Conco, better known as LaConco, has landed her first acting role. The Real Housewives of Durban star appeared in Mzansi Magic's new telenovela Genesis on Tuesday, playing the role of 'The Podcaster'. 'Hawu, thank you for featuring me,' she wrote on Instagram as she shared the news. Produced by Singavision Productions, Genesis premiered on 21 April. The drama follows former gospel queen Felicia Thabethe, whose once-unshakable legacy is shaken by shocking secrets, forcing her to fight for her family's name and save Genesis Records. The telenovela boasts a star-studded cast, including four-time Safta nominee Baby Cele, Buyile Mdladla, Nay Maps, Gaosi Raditholo, KB Motsilanyane and Kealeboga Masango. ALSO READ: WATCH: 'Don't be afraid to walk away' – Real Housewives star Beverley Steyn gets candid From reality TV to presenting LaConco rose to fame when she was engaged to former president Jacob Zuma. She then appeared on The Real Housewives of Durban before branching out into television presenting, hosting Our Perfect Wedding and Ingane Yam. Earlier this year, she launched her own podcast, Timeline with LaConco, which now has more than 30 000 subscribers. On the platform, she opened up about her relationship with Zuma, motherhood and other personal topics. READ MORE: Laconco, Lootlove and Relebogile Mabotja among big winners at Basadi in Music Vanguard Awards LaConco was also named Podcast Presenter of the Year at the Basadi in Music Awards earlier this month. 'Great things truly come when you least expect them! Thank you Basadi in Music Awards for this beautiful recognition. 'To every soul that has poured into this vision, ngiyabonga from the depths of my heart,' she wrote, celebrating her win. NOW READ: How 'Muvhango' celebrated Tshivenḓa in a time of little representation
TimesLIVE
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Nomuzi ‘Moozlie' Mabena crowned Best Styled Artist at 2025 Basadi in Music Awards
TV personality Nomuzi Mabena, the ever-evolving style icon, rapper and cultural powerhouse, walked away with the Best Styled Artist of the Year award at the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards this past weekend, solidifying her reign as one of Mzansi's most daring and influential fashion figures. Known to fans and industry insiders as Moozlie, Nomuzi has never been afraid to push boundaries. From shutting down Cotton Fest with bold, trendsetting looks to owning every stage and red carpet she steps on, Moozlie's fashion game is as fearless as her bars. Whether she's serving street style or haute couture, Moozlie has become that girl, an artist whose looks are as iconic as her lyrics. Her ability to effortlessly fuse fashion, music, and culture has made her a style muse for a new generation of creatives. 'I've always believed style is more than what you wear. It's about how you express yourself, how you move through the world, how you carry the culture,' Moozlie said after her win. 'To be recognised by the Basadi in Music Awards for something that's such a big part of my identity is a beautiful full circle moment. Thank you to my team, my dream team, my stylist Keketso Nthibane, my makeup artist Andi Ngcobo and every stylist, designer, photographer and fashion lover who's ever been a part of this journey. This one's for the girls who dress like icons long before the world catches on.' From her viral fashion collabs to curated, jaw-dropping moments that set timelines on fire, Moozlie continues to carve a space for women to be bold, seen and celebrated in music, fashion and beyond. As she gears up for her appearance at Zee Nation Fest this weekend, fans can expect nothing fashion fire.
IOL News
08-08-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Racism row, Minnie's R2. 5m lawsuit and DJ Zinhle's comeback: SA celebs made headlines this week
The hosts of 'Open Chat Podcasts' have found themselves in hot water over derogatory comments on the coloured community. Image: Facebook This week in the world of fame has been a whirlwind, marked by a racism uproar, chart-topping releases, and courtroom drama. Amidst it all, rising stars gained recognition, and there were a few heart-warming moments. 1. "Open Chats Podcast" hosts faced backlash over racist comments The racist comments made on the podcast have ignited widespread outrage. The remarks, which perpetuate harmful stereotypes and offensive generalisations about coloured people, sparked a backlash across social media and prompted a strong reaction from the likes of well-known comedian Marc Lottering, among others. "As someone who is mentally slow and who sleeps with his cousins, I've actually done rather well for myself. And nogal without hosting a podcast. Shem," posted Lottering. His sarcastic remark highlighted the absurdity of the stereotypes being perpetuated and the ignorance behind such comments. Meanwhile, singer Honeshma Margarido publicly apologised, saying: "During my guest appearance on 'Open Chats Podcast', I made an offensive and harmful generalisation by saying that the coloured men I dated were 'crazy mentally' and I deeply regret that statement.' Minnie Dlamini has taken legal action against MacG, seeking R2.5 million in damages for hate speech and harassment after he made offensive remarks about her. Image: Instagram 2. Minnie Dlamini takes MacG to court TV presenter and producer Minnie Dlamini has taken 'Podcast and Chill' hosts MacG and Sol Phenduka to the Equality Court, seeking R2.5 million in damages. The case relates to offensive remarks made by MacG about Dlamini's past relationship, which she alleges amounted to hate speech, gender-based harassment and unfair discrimination. The claim includes R1 million for damages to her dignity and R1.5 million to be donated to a women's organisation. According to court papers, Dlamini rejected MacG's apology, choosing instead to pursue legal accountability. "Big Brother Mzansi" season four star and musician Liyema Pantsi won two awards at the Basadi in Music Awards. Image: Instagram/liyema_pantsi 3. Women in music celebrated at Basadi in Music Awards The Basadi in Music Awards returned for its fourth year, honouring women making waves in the industry. The ceremony took place over two nights at the Joburg Theatre, recognising talent across various categories. Among the big winners were Nomuzi 'Moozlie' Mabena, who took home Best Styled Artist of the Year, 'Big Brother Mzansi' star Liyema Pantsi, who walked away with two awards, including Collaboration of the Year and Amapiano powerhouse Babalwa M, who won Amapiano Artist of the Year. Limpopo's Kharishma, who claimed Music Video of the Year, capped the event with a vibrant performance. For those who didn't attend the live event, the two-night award show is set to broadcast on SABC2 on August 9, at 6.30pm, starting with the green carpet, followed by the Vanguard Awards on Sunday, August 10, at 8.30pm. DJ Zinhle makes a triumphant return with the release of her highly anticipated album, "Zee Nation Volume 1", just in time for her upcoming Zee Nation Fest. Image: Instagram 4. DJ Zinhle ushers in a new era with "Zee Nation Volume 1" DJ Zinhle has released her long-awaited new album, 'Zee Nation Volume 1', just ahead of the second instalment of her Zee Nation Fest. The multi-award-winning DJ's last full album dropped in 2009, with her staying in the spotlight through hit singles and collaborations since then. The album cover, featuring a collage of her fans' pictures, is a heartfelt tribute to her loyal 'Besties'. With the music festival approaching, DJ Zinhle is focused on curating another standout experience for her community of supporters. South African artists Jazzworx and G.L. Ceejay were kidnapped during a home invasion. Image: X 5. Jazzworx & GL Ceejay rescued after kidnapping ordeal Jazzworx and GL Ceejay were victims of a kidnapping following a home invasion, during which studio equipment was also stolen. The artists, known for songs such as 'Bengicela' and 'Uzizwa Kanjan', have since expressed gratitude to law enforcement for their rescue. The duo released a joint statement thanking those involved and asked for privacy as they recover. Their collaborator, Thukuthela, shared the incident on social media, revealing that the suspects had targeted their studio assets specifically. Samthing Soweto says he might skip releasing visuals for his new album "Touch is a Move (Good Morning)" because he is "camera-shy." Image: Samthing Soweto Instagram 6. Samthing Soweto may skip the visuals for 'Touch is a Move (Good Morning)' Samthing Soweto surprised fans by revealing he may forgo music videos for his latest album, "Touch is a Move (Good Morning)", citing camera shyness. The singer shared the message on Instagram, sparking both support and calls for reconsideration from fans. The 17-track album, his first in five years, is a reflective and layered body of work exploring themes such as childhood, resilience and ritual. Inspired by the metaphor of childhood games, the album invites listeners to reflect on growth and commitment in everyday life. Jack Blues Bieber made his first ever cameo after appearing on a music video alongside his mom, Hailey and dad, Justin. Image: X 7. Jack Blues Bieber steals the show in "Yukon" Justin Bieber gave fans a rare look into his family life in the new black-and-white music video for 'Yukon', which features his 11-month-old son, Jack Blues. While the baby's face remains hidden per the couple's wishes, the glimpses of father-son bonding moments melted fans hearts. 'Yukon' is Bieber's third song on his surprise album 'SWAG', which he released in July. It delves into the themes of relationship troubles. Beyoncé has ignited excitement among fans with her latest Levi's campaign, hinting at the much-anticipated "Act III" of her album trilogy. Image: X 8. Is Beyoncé teasing Act III? The Beyhive thinks so Beyoncé has released a new campaign with Levi's titled 'Chapter 4: The Denim Cowboy', which has ignited fan speculation about the third act of her album trilogy. The visual shot features the singer in denim-heavy western looks before transitioning into a glam-rock aesthetic. The ad's visual storytelling, combined with the division into three parts, which are 'The Ice', 'The Heat' and 'The Smoke', has led many to believe it contains references to the three-part album project Beyoncé previously teased. Additionally, fans believe this is a teaser for a rock-infused final act following "Renaissance" and "Cowboy Carter". The Beyhive is watching closely. Sean "Diddy" Combs was convicted of prostitution-related offenses but cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering. Image: File. 9. Diddy remains behind bars after bail was denied Sean 'Diddy' Combs remains behind bars after a US judge rejected his R900 million bail application. The court ruled that Combs poses both a flight risk and a danger to the public. His sentencing is scheduled for October 3. The disgraced music mogul was found guilty on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution and faces up to ten years in prison. Despite the letter written by former partner Virginia Huynh in support of Combs, the judge noted the severity of the charges and the risk of further harm if released. Tyla continues to make waves in the music industry with her nomination for Best Choreography at the 2025 MTV VMAs for her vibrant music video "Push 2 Start". Image: X
The Citizen
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Ntokozo Mbambo named as CeCe Winans' supporting act after honouring Rebecca Malope
Mbambo will join HLE and Xola Toto as a supporting act for CeCe Winans during all four performances in Cape Town and Johannesburg. After honouring Gospel icon Dr Rebecca Malope at the Basadi Awards in Music over the weekend, singer Ntokozo Mbambo was named as one of the supporting acts for CeCe Winans' tour of Mzansi. Malope was bestowed the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Basadi in Music Awards, where Mbambo performed some of Malope's classic songs just before accepting the award. A mindful Monday moment: 'I praise You for I am fearfully and wonderfully made'🙌🏾 This weekend I was blessed to honour a woman who is in my life journey as an inspiration; Mam #RebeccaMalope. — Ntokozo Mba(mbo-tha) (@NtokozoMbambo) August 4, 2025 'Looking back, we came into the industry when it was male-dominated. But today, here we are. Thank you so much,' said Malope in her acceptance speech. Mbabo did renditions of Malope classics like Ngegazi Lemvana and Uthando Lwam on Saturday night at the Joburg Theatre. ALSO READ: Dr Rebecca Malope to receive lifetime honour at Basadi in Music Awards CeCe Winans in SA Bridge Nation, in partnership with Collective Records, on Monday announced that 15-time Grammy Award-winning gospel legend Winans is bringing her More Than This World Tour to South Africa this month. Mbambo and HLE, along with rising star Xola Toto, were named as Winans' supporting acts for the four-night performance, which will see the US Gospel royalty belting it out in Johannesburg and Cape Town for two nights in each city. The shows will be held at Rhema Bible Church (Johannesburg, 19 & 20 August), and Grand Arena at GrandWest (Cape Town, 22 & 23 August). Media personality Rorisang Thandekiso will host each of the nights. 'This tour is more than a concert—it's a divine invitation to worship, reminding us of the unshakable hope and love that unite us all,' said Winans. 'These nights are going to be unforgettable—bring your family, your friends, and your praise. I can't wait to worship with you and lift up the name of Jesus together.' Cece comes from the Winans family, which holds a prominent legacy in gospel music, with a multi-generational impact that extends from the pioneering group 'The Winans' to individual careers and collaborations within the family. The family's blend of soulful vocals and R&B influences, combined with their strong faith, resonated with both gospel and mainstream audiences. In her own right, Winans is the best-selling and most awarded female gospel artist of all time, with over 40 Dove Awards, 15 Grammy Awards, and countless other accolades to her name. Goodness of God and Holy Forever are some of her biggest songs. NOW READ: WATCH: Ntokozo Mbambo mesmerises Springbok fans with national anthem
