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The Star
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Spicey Luscious set to stir confidence and conversation at The Star's Women's Event
Masabata Mkwananzi | Published 5 hours ago The Star's beloved women's event, The Choice is Yours, returns by popular demand on September 6, extending a powerful invitation to women from all walks of life to honour their strength, share their stories, and celebrate their impact across every sphere of society. Now in its fifth edition, the event is designed to create a safe, empowering space where women can openly confront and discuss even the most challenging issues they face, all in the spirit of the theme, which calls on women to reclaim agency over their lives: to speak their truth, embrace their identities, and make decisions that honour their values, goals, and wellbeing. Among the distinguished guests are Spicey Luscious, Radio 2000's DJ Nkosh, Enhle the Medium, Sister in Law Tebello, Shaz Motaung, and Noxolo Zungu, with the event hosted by the dynamic Celeste Ntuli. Kgomotso Masela, affectionately known as Spicey Luscious, makes her third appearance at The Choice is Yours , bringing an even bolder, spicier session aimed at empowering women to explore, embrace, and celebrate their bodies with confidence. Masela said the event offers a safe space for women to be seen, heard, and supported, values that align closely with her work as a sex and intimacy coach. 'Each year, I see women growing, asking deeper questions and wanting more for themselves. That shift is powerful,' she shared. She also said that she hopes every woman walks away from her session feeling empowered and affirmed. 'I want her to leave knowing she is not broken. She is allowed to feel good. She is allowed to ask for more. And most importantly, she is not alone. Whether you're married, single, shy or bold, you deserve to feel sexy, strong and free. That's what Spicey Luscious is here to support: being a boss in the boardroom, a fashionista in the streets, and spicey in the bedroom!' Masela noted that the stigma around sex and pleasure is gradually fading, as more women are becoming open and confident about their needs. Where many once reached out privately with fear or shame, they now engage publicly, ask questions without hesitation, and attend her sessions with friends. Through her work at Spicey Luscious, she's observed a growing number of women embracing their desires, purchasing products for themselves, and rejecting societal norms that once silenced them. This shift, she said, marks a powerful step toward women prioritising their own joy and wellbeing. She recalled two standout moments in her journey as a sex coach. One involved a 46-year-old woman who, after years of marriage without ever experiencing an orgasm, attended one of her sessions. With some gentle guidance and recommended products, the woman later shared that she had finally discovered her pleasure. Another moment came from a man who was working at the event and had brought his wife along. He later expressed gratitude, saying he had never seen his wife so energised and eager after listening to the session, a sign, for Masela, that simply shifting the mindset was already a powerful result. The intimacy coach urged women to begin their journey to self-connection with small, gentle steps. This might involve appreciating their bodies in the mirror, spending a few moments breathing and checking in with themselves, or exploring informative content on the Spicey Luscious website without any pressure. Wearing a favourite lingerie set, like Spicey fishnet stockings, can also help ignite this process. The key is to start with a simple 'yes', choosing to prioritise themselves and add a little spice to their lives. Women can connect with Kgomotso Masela (Spicey Luscious) on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @spiceyluscious or visit her website at for coaching, tips, and products to embrace their sensuality and confidence. Don't miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to connect, empower, and celebrate—join the movement on September 6. Tickets are available for R550 at . Remember, The Choice is Yours. The Star [email protected]
IOL News
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Spicey Luscious set to stir confidence and conversation at The Star's Women's Event
She's not just talking pleasure, she's leading a movement. Spicey Luscious returns to spark confidence, connection, and bold conversations. Image: File The Star's beloved women's event, The Choice is Yours, returns by popular demand on September 6, extending a powerful invitation to women from all walks of life to honour their strength, share their stories, and celebrate their impact across every sphere of society. Now in its fifth edition, the event is designed to create a safe, empowering space where women can openly confront and discuss even the most challenging issues they face, all in the spirit of the theme, which calls on women to reclaim agency over their lives: to speak their truth, embrace their identities, and make decisions that honour their values, goals, and wellbeing. Among the distinguished guests are Spicey Luscious, Radio 2000's DJ Nkosh, Enhle the Medium, Sister in Law Tebello, Shaz Motaung, and Noxolo Zungu, with the event hosted by the dynamic Celeste Ntuli. Kgomotso Masela, affectionately known as Spicey Luscious, makes her third appearance at The Choice is Yours, bringing an even bolder, spicier session aimed at empowering women to explore, embrace, and celebrate their bodies with confidence. 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. 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She also said that she hopes every woman walks away from her session feeling empowered and affirmed. 'I want her to leave knowing she is not broken. She is allowed to feel good. She is allowed to ask for more. And most importantly, she is not alone. Whether you're married, single, shy or bold, you deserve to feel sexy, strong and free. That's what Spicey Luscious is here to support: being a boss in the boardroom, a fashionista in the streets, and spicey in the bedroom!' Masela noted that the stigma around sex and pleasure is gradually fading, as more women are becoming open and confident about their needs. Where many once reached out privately with fear or shame, they now engage publicly, ask questions without hesitation, and attend her sessions with friends. Through her work at Spicey Luscious, she's observed a growing number of women embracing their desires, purchasing products for themselves, and rejecting societal norms that once silenced them. This shift, she said, marks a powerful step toward women prioritising their own joy and wellbeing. She recalled two standout moments in her journey as a sex coach. One involved a 46-year-old woman who, after years of marriage without ever experiencing an orgasm, attended one of her sessions. With some gentle guidance and recommended products, the woman later shared that she had finally discovered her pleasure. Another moment came from a man who was working at the event and had brought his wife along. He later expressed gratitude, saying he had never seen his wife so energised and eager after listening to the session, a sign, for Masela, that simply shifting the mindset was already a powerful result. The intimacy coach urged women to begin their journey to self-connection with small, gentle steps. This might involve appreciating their bodies in the mirror, spending a few moments breathing and checking in with themselves, or exploring informative content on the Spicey Luscious website without any pressure. Wearing a favourite lingerie set, like Spicey fishnet stockings, can also help ignite this process. The key is to start with a simple 'yes', choosing to prioritise themselves and add a little spice to their lives. Women can connect with Kgomotso Masela (Spicey Luscious) on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @spiceyluscious or visit her website at for coaching, tips, and products to embrace their sensuality and confidence. Don't miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to connect, empower, and celebrate—join the movement on September 6. Tickets are available for R550 at Remember, The Choice is Yours. The Star
The Citizen
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Refilwe Modiselle gently tackles misconceptions and myths about albinism with her children's book
Modiselle published 'Zizi's World: Through Her Vanilla Eyes', a story that encourages children to celebrate their individuality. It's easy for one's heart to be hardened by traumatic experiences. For Refilwe Modiselle, who lives with albinism, the ostracisation that comes with her skin condition hasn't dented the person. 'I don't believe in aggression, I think that's how I conducted myself generally. I'm a very outspoken person, a lot of people know that I say what I say and I mean what I say. But I do it with a respect,' Modiselle tells The Citizen. The media personality recently published a children's book, Zizi's World: Through Her Vanilla Eyes, a story that encourages children to celebrate their individuality and treat others with respect and compassion. The story is centred on Zizi, a bright, confident girl with albinism. By definition, albinism is a genetic condition characterised by a lack or reduction of melanin, the pigment that gives colour to skin, hair, and eyes. In African communities, misconceptions and myths about albinism harshly thrive. One of the most prevalent African myths about albinism is that individuals with albinism and their body parts have superpowers. This unfounded belief has led to the mutilation of throngs in Africa. ALSO READ: Radio 2000 broadcaster Ntombi Meso mends childhood traumas through her children's book Refilwe's homage to her parents In the story, Zizi's support structure is her parents, just as Modiselle's folks have been to her. Bringing 'Zizi's' parents into the story is Modiselle's way of honouring her parents, who showed her love from the day she was born. 'This was an honour for my parents and the love they instilled in me. Unfortunately, my dad is late, but this book honours the role that he played. It's so key for parents to understand the role that they play in who their kids become.' 'I am because they were who they were.' 'I was born in Soweto, the township. I did go through the questions, obviously, but, as a child, you're not cognisant of those things.' 'The book sort of highlights that. When you're born into a home that doesn't really note the differences of who you are, you don't feel the pinch of the pain. You only recognise those things when you're much older. Because I came from a loving home, I did not see those things', she says. ALSO READ: Refilwe Modiselle on being an inspiration Writing 'Zizi's world' The book was officially released on June 28. Modiselle was approached by Lingua Franca Publishers, a publishing company with a track record in children's literature, among other genres. 'I thought 'yoh, a book',' exclaims the media personality. She was initially taken aback by the offer, but she gradually opened herself up to the idea. Modiselle was approached in January, and she considered her creative direction in February, beginning to write in March. 'It took me about two or three weeks straight, as in locking myself up and writing the book,' shares Modiselle. 'I could've chosen any angle. For me, the most important thing was like 'oh, I've never seen a child with albinism in a book'.' 'This is important in terms of representation in terms of seeing myself and any other child with albinism or a person with a difference.' 'It was partially my story, but not entirely. Some parts have been twisted,' she says. Modiselle did most of the writing and handed it to the publisher. It was edited by Kudakwashe Dzache. 'I was given creative freedom to write, and they tweaked where they needed to tweak…and it [editing] was very minimal. When I sent the first draft, they were happy.' 'I've always said that yes I'm writing a children's book but that book is not 'a,e,i,o,u' it's not,' she exclaims. 'It comes down to the level of explaining to a child but allowing an uneducated person to also be able to understand at a basic level, so that they feel it.' ALSO READ: 'Live a life filled with purpose': Refilwe Modiselle in new digi-series Challenges remain Modiselle is frank in her assessment of how being a famous person who lives with albinism is slightly different to that of an ordinary citizen who has the same condition. 'Obviously, you will feel the treatment, but because you became a lot more famous and there was an understanding of who you became or what you presented to people, it doesn't mean that it became easier. It became softer, but not easier.' The trio of being a woman who is black and lives with albinism is one that firmly places one at the bottom of the barrel in society. 'It became slightly easier because people learn who you are, your essence. They kind of almost forget, but they don't. They don't forget what you come with.' 'Because you're 'Refilwe', you've made people kind of forget this thing, but they don't forget it. It doesn't mean that clients gravitate to me easily; they still have a sense of resistance.' Zizi's World: Through Her Vanilla Eyes has received a warm reception from those who have already purchased the book, and the actress says a second edition is not off the cards. NOW READ: Another one! Dr Musa Mthombeni graduates with a Master of Medicine
The South African
25-06-2025
- Sport
- The South African
Why Orlando Pirates chose Moroccan coach
Orlando Pirates supporters have finally met their new head coach for next season's Betway Premiership, and it is not Rulani Mokwena. The chosen one is Moroccan international Abdeslam Ouaddou. The former AS Vita coach made his name in Mzansi after needing 12 games to save Marumo Gallant from relegation. His five wins out of 12 included a 2-0 win over Orlando Pirates and a 2-1 triumph over Kaizer Chiefs. Kaizer Chiefs to re-sign their former player? Abdelsam Ouaddou in charge of Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership. Image: Sowetan Speaking to Radio 2000 on Tuesday, the club's media officer Thandi Merafe revealed the Sea Robbers' thinking behind the decision. Saying the 46-year-old is a diamond with a noteworthy demeanour and professionalism. Kaizer Chiefs news: African striker and former Pirates star 'Our management has been working tirelessly to prepare the team for the upcoming season, making sure they get the right people in the right space,' Merafe said on Radio 2000 . 'We've seen how in the past they've always managed to get it right, and getting the hidden diamond. I use that term because more often than not, we bring in people that the general public doesn't know about. 'Orlando Pirates have a very keen eye and an amazing ability to unearth talent and people that are perfect for the brand. So I'm happy with the announcement of the new coach. 'I think the one match where we played against him [at Gallants], you can see the behaviour of the coach when he's under pressure, the attitude, and the professionalism. He came out as someone who is professional and a gentleman of the game, and I'm sure everyone at the club is looking forward to working with him.' 'Orlando Pirates Football Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Abdeslam Ouaddou as the new Head Coach. 'Ouaddou takes over the reins ahead of the new season, replacing Jose Riveiro at the helm following his decision to step down to join Al Ahly, after a successful three-year tenure. 'Born in Alnif, Morocco, the 46-year-old brings a wealth of experience both as a player and a tactician. A former Moroccan international, Ouaddou earned 68 caps for The Atlas Lions and enjoyed a distinguished playing career across several top European leagues. His deep understanding of the game, coupled with a strong leadership profile, positions him well to lead the Buccaneers into a new era. 'Coach Ouaddou, who is expected to arrive in South Africa towards the end of the week, will be assisted by Mandla Ncikazi and Rayaan Jacobs, Helmi Gueldich and Tyron Damons. 'Pre-season preparations will officially kick off on June 27. 'As part of preparations for the upcoming campaign, Orlando Pirates will embark on their third consecutive international pre-season tour to Marbella, Spain. The training camp – set to run from July 8 to July 20, will see the team engage in high-level friendly matches against European opponents including Bolton Wanderers (England), Pafos FC (Cyprus), Las Palmas (Spain), and Granada (Spain).' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
TimesLIVE
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
From Scotts Maphuma's apology to Gogo Maweni's court appearance — top stories of the week
TshisaLIVE 09 May 2025 - 17:30 Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package. Mzekezeke, Scotts Maphuma and Gogo Maweni made headlines this week. Image: Supplied Apart from giving you the hottest scoops on a daily basis, TshisaLIVE has a new podcast feature where you can catch up on the top entertainment stories of the week, with added commentary from journalists and the voices of your faves. Join the discussion: Here's a glimpse at some of the stories: Da L.E.S's mobility affected after stroke Despite facing a trial for alleged assault, traditional healer and reality TV star Gogo Maweni is refusing to let her challenges define her. Instead, she's focusing on her pregnancy, marriage and giving back to the community. Mzansi stars have come out in support of Scotts Maphuma after he received backlash. The amapiano star has been criticised by his supporters because of reacting negatively when they want to take pictures of him. His actions resulted in his live performances being met with a lukewarm reception after which he apologised to fans for his conduct. Actress Koketso Machaka made her debut on SABC1's Skeem Saam on Monday. The actress from Ga-Masheshane in Limpopo will be playing the role of Nthati, DJ Thomas' (Tiisetso Thoka) girlfriend who stays in Pretoria and is about to become his wife. Nthati is ready to fight for her man and end his affair with Mapitsi, a married woman. DJ Sbu has social media users reeling again as he denies he is the man behind the mask of kwaito star Mzekezeke. In a recent YouTube video, the Radio 2000 presenter said he wanted to acknowledge Mzekezeke's contribution to the industry by expressing his gratitude for all he had done. Sbu, real name Sbusiso Leope, said while people claim he is Mzekezeke, he is not. Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package.
