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Celebrate June in Joburg with music, fashion and fun
The Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra will set the Linder Auditorium at Wits University alight with their unique compositions this June. Image: X The Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra promises to heat Joburg winter evenings with their renowned compositions this month. This series will see the world-renowned soloists and conductors bring top-notch interpretations to the City of Gold. Where: Linder Auditorium at Wits University. When: Every Thursday until June 26. All shows start at 7.30pm. The Johnnie Walker Blue Polo Elegance and luxury will take centre stage at this event which is returning to Joburg for its second year. The event will be a multisensory journey that fuses the sport of polo with the blended Scotch whisky. With the Sandton skyline in the background, guests will be immersed in a world of fashion, food, drinks and some polo festivities. Where: The Inanda Club. When: Sunday, June 8, from 10am. Pantone Sundays This event, which is one of Jozi's longest-running style parties ,is a celebration of contemporary African style. Each edition is themed around a single colour, which is deemed a simple thread that unites a tapestry of self-expression. This weekend's theme is Mocha Mousse which was chosen by the Pantone Color Institute as the 2025 colour of the year. It invites attendees to provide their own unique interpretations of the warming, brown hue imbued with richness. Where: Mamakashaka & Friends in Braamfontein. When: Sunday, June 8, from 1pm to 7pm.
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15-05-2025
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Lira's powerful return: Overcoming adversity through music
South African singer Lira celebrates a year of music after stroke recovery. Image: Instagram/miss_lira South African singer Lira left the audience visibly emotional at this year's Cape Town International Jazz Festival, delivering a powerful performance that reminded everyone of her strength. Watching her perform after everything she's been through, especially as someone in the crowd, was a moment that felt both intimate and unforgettable. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ In April 2022, Lira suffered a stroke while in Germany, which affected her speech and left her unable to communicate properly. It was a scary and uncertain time, and she stepped away from the spotlight to focus on her recovery. Her family later confirmed she was in good spirits but had lost her ability to speak. Yet somehow, even in the middle of her struggle to form words, singing came naturally to her. That part of her spirit, it seems, remained untouched. While she's still working on speaking fluently, music has continued to flow from her almost effortlessly. Lira recently reflected on social media about how far she's come. It's now been a full year since she returned to performing, with her first live show post-stroke taking place on May 12, 2024, during a Mother's Day celebration at the Nirox Foundation, where she shared the stage with Maleh and the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra. 'The first time I performed in a public space… It's a year since I've been singing post-stroke,' she wrote, sharing photos from that day. As Lira shared a message at CTIJF that stayed with many: 'Slow down in the moment. We rush through life. Missing life as it goes by. I can't do that anymore. I'm staying in the moment!' And with grace, she added, 'The stroke was a blessing to me. I learnt to love life joyfully and appreciate what life has to offer.' Lira's voice, quite literally, has become her way back. Fans are proud of Lira and are grateful for her recovery. @thobeka_fitnessmom commented, "Whenever I listen to the heart of a child, it takes me back to your journey. We thank God for your music and your recovery, sis . We love you ❤️." @pelemkha commented, "Amazing, my Queen, you're an inspiration !! 😍❤️🔥." @maleh_music also wrote, "God's Faithfulness😍❤️❤️You are exceptional ... it was epic. What an Honour!!" Cape Argus
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15-05-2025
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Lira's year of resilience: a melodic journey from stroke to spotlight
South African singer Lira celebrates a year of music after stroke recovery. Image: Instagram/miss_lira South African singer Lira left the audience visibly emotional at this year's Cape Town International Jazz Festival, delivering a powerful performance that reminded everyone of her strength. Watching her perform after everything she's been through, especially as someone in the crowd, was a moment that felt both intimate and unforgettable. In April 2022, Lira suffered a stroke while in Germany, which affected her speech and left her unable to communicate properly. It was a scary and uncertain time, and she stepped away from the spotlight to focus on her recovery. Her family later confirmed she was in good spirits but had lost her ability to speak. Yet somehow, even in the middle of her struggle to form words, singing came naturally to her. That part of her spirit, it seems, remained untouched. While she's still working on speaking fluently, music has continued to flow from her almost effortlessly. Lira recently reflected on social media about how far she's come. It's now been a full year since she returned to performing, with her first live show post-stroke taking place on May 12, 2024, during a Mother's Day celebration at the Nirox Foundation, where she shared the stage with Maleh and the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra. 'The first time I performed in a public space… It's a year since I've been singing post-stroke,' she wrote, sharing photos from that day. As Lira shared a message at CTIJF that stayed with many: 'Slow down in the moment. We rush through life. Missing life as it goes by. I can't do that anymore. I'm staying in the moment!' And with grace, she added, 'The stroke was a blessing to me. I learnt to love life joyfully and appreciate what life has to offer.' Lira's voice, quite literally, has become her way back. Fans are proud of Lira and are grateful for her recovery. @thobeka_fitnessmom commented, "Whenever I listen to the heart of a child, it takes me back to your journey. We thank God for your music and your recovery, sis . We love you ❤️." @pelemkha commented, "Amazing, my Queen, you're an inspiration !! 😍❤️🔥." @maleh_music also wrote, "God's Faithfulness😍❤️❤️You are exceptional ... it was epic. What an Honour!!"
