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TimesLIVE
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
US R&B singer Joe Thomas joins Donell Jones for two-day grand opening of Ndlala Mall
Thami Ndlala is delivering on his promise with international R&B legends headlining Arcadia's most anticipated event R&B heavyweight Joe Thomas has officially been added to the line-up for the two-day Ndlala Mall grand opening set to take place on August 22 and 23 in Arcadia, Pretoria. The announcement was made by Thami Ndlala, the businessman behind the ambitious Ndlala Mall development, who confirmed the American crooner will headline Friday's festivities while Donell Jones will take centre stage on Saturday. Joe, who performed in South Africa at the weekend, said he was so moved by local love that he decided to stay longer and support his friend. 'South Africa, I have a surprise for you. I'm staying to support my friend Thami Ndlala,' he said. Joseph Lewis Thomas, known simply as Joe, is one of R&B's most loved voices. He made his debut in the early 1990s with Everything and found fame with hits including I Wanna Know, Don't Wanna Be a Player, All the Things Your Man Won't Do and the chart-topping Stutter. He's also known for his collaborations on Thank God I Found You with Mariah Carey and Still Not a Player with Big Pun. Joe's performance is expected to set the tone for a weekend of nostalgia, luxury and entertainment in the capital. Located in the heart of Arcadia, Ndlala Mall is a bold new chapter in the city's urban revival. The mall is directly connected to the Ndlala Oligarch Hotel and Apartments, part of a larger mixed-use lifestyle precinct developed by Thami's Ndlalayesizwe Real Estate. Thami, who previously transformed Sterland Mall, has turned the high-traffic location into a modern destination that blends shopping, hospitality and lifestyle. He is also the founder of Ndlalayesizwe Real Estate, a property development firm with operations in South Africa, London, and the US, and the force behind developments including Ndlala Dynasty, Ndlala Seigniory and 12 on Hillel Villa & Spa in Northcliff, Johannesburg.
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Joe Thomas joins line-up at Ndlala Mall's two-day grand opening in Pretoria
The highly anticipated Ndlala Mall grand opening just got even bigger. The Ndlala Mall Grand opening just turned into a two-day music spectacular. R&B icons Joe Thomas and Donell Jones will headline on 22 and 23 August 2025 in Arcadia, Pretoria. CEO Thami Ndlala says the star-studded weekend delivers on his promise to give fans an unforgettable luxury experience. Joe Thomas joins Ndlala Mall grand opening line-up Following the announcement of R&B legend Donell Jones headlining on Saturday, 23 August 2025, the mall's CEO has now confirmed that Joe Thomas will headline the Friday night celebration on 22 August 2025. Joseph Lewis Thomas, better known as Joe, is an American R&B powerhouse. He rose to fame with his debut album Everything in 1993. Joe went on to release multi-platinum classics including All That I Am, My Name Is Joe, and Better Days. Fans can look forward to timeless hits like I Wanna Know, Don't Wanna Be a Player, Stutter and All the Things Your Man Won't Do. ALSO READ: 'I get to share my side of the story openly and honestly,' says Vatiswa Ndara about her tell-all book Two days, two legends Originally planned as a two-day celebration, the Friday show was temporarily removed from the schedule. Ndlala says the return to the original format honours his commitment to fans. 'Remember, the event was initially scheduled for two days. This is us keeping the promise to give people an opportunity to choose their favourite,' said Ndlala. Joe, who recently performed at another South African event, confirmed his extended stay. 'South Africa, I have a surprise for you. I am staying to support my friend Thami Ndlala,' he revealed. Thami Ndlala: the man behind the mall The mall, located in Arcadia, Pretoria, is a luxury mixed-use retail and lifestyle hub. It is connected to the Ndlala Oligarch Hotel and Apartments. Thami Ndlala, a self-made billionaire entrepreneur, also heads Ndlalayesizwe Real Estate, a global property company. The company has offices in South Africa, London and the USA. His portfolio includes Ndlala Dynasty and Ndlala Seigniory in Pretoria. It also includes the award-winning 12 on Hillel Villa and Spa in Johannesburg.
TimesLIVE
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
US R&B star Tank to perform at Ndlala Mall grand opening in Tshwane
US R&B legend Tank is headed to Mzansi. The multi-Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and producer will serenade fans at the grand opening of Ndlala Mall in Tshwane on August 2, performing alongside South African songstress Zonke Dikana. The two-day celebration takes place at the newly built Ndlala Arena, a 550-seater venue within the mall. The event promises exclusive performances by local and international stars, marking a stylish debut for the luxury mall located in Arcadia, Pretoria. Tank, known for hits like When We and Please Don't Go, is also the founder of R&B Money, and co-host of the R&B Money podcast with J. Valentine. Joining him is Zonke, whose double platinum album Ina Ethe catapulted her to fame. The mall is the brainchild of billionaire entrepreneur Thami Ndlala, who also owns the adjoining Ndlala Oligarch Hotel & Apartments. Through his company Ndlalayesizwe Real Estate, Ndlala has led multiple developments across South Africa, the UK and the US.
