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IOL News
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Meagan Good's South African adventure: a family affair at the Dreamers Exchange Festival
Meagan Good was recently spotted during a visit to South Africa. Image: Instagram Hollywood star Meagan Good touched down on South African soil, receiving an enthusiastic welcome at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Accompanied by her sister, La'Myia Good, and their cousin, filmmaker Dijon Talton, the trio made a grand entrance that has been the talk of the town. 'Touchdown South Africa - the cousins have arrived! Dreamers, let's give them the warmest welcome as they join us for this incredible experience,' Good posted on social media, setting the tone for what was to become a remarkable weekend. Upon arrival at the airport, the celebrity cousins were treated to a heartfelt serenade of traditional Vhavenda song and dance. This show of cultural pride exemplified the warm hospitality for which South Africa is renowned. Their journey took them next to The Pavilion at the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located just north of Johannesburg, where they participated in the much-anticipated Dreamers Exchange Festival. Walking the red carpet and mingling with local luminaries, the Good family encountered stars from popular drama series, "Smoke & Mirrors". Among those they mingled with were Lusanda Mbane, JT Medupe, and Meshack Mavuso Magabane, showcasing a beautiful blend of Hollywood glamour and South African talent. While her professional life dazzles with new projects, including her upcoming role alongside Jabari Banks and Bailee Madison in the anticipated film Rocky Top College, Good's personal life has also captured public interest. The actress is dating acclaimed actor Jonathan Majors, and in November 2024, the couple announced their engagement at Ebony magazine's Power 100 event, where they first met in 2022. Their love story culminated in the couple tying the knot in March, keeping fans abuzz with affection for the couple. Good and her cousin's participation in the Dreamers Exchange Festival is a testament to the growing cultural exchange and collaborations between the US and Africa. As creatives from different backgrounds come together, initiatives like this emphasise the power of storytelling and the universal language of dreams. As the festival unfolds, all eyes are now on the powerful messages of inspiration and orientation being shared, aiming to ignite creativity, leadership, and innovation among aspiring dreamers in South Africa and beyond.
The South African
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Meshack Mavuso shares Presley's touching video from Saturday
As Mzansi continues to mourn and pay tribute to multi-award-winning and seasoned ' The River' actor Presley Chweneyagae, his former co-star Meshack Mavuso has shared a touching video of him from Saturday. Chweneyagae passed away on Tuesday morning at the age of 40, and his passing has sent shockwaves across the country. Meshack took to social media to express his heartbreak over the actor's untimely passing and posted a clip capturing one of Presley's final joyful moments. In the video, the Tsotsi star appears to be in high spirits, dancing to a traditional song at what seems to be an intimate gathering at the South African State Theatre. The Smoke & Mirrors actor revealed that Presley had changed his plans en route to the stadium and instead decided to join him at the event. Mavuso said it's hard to believe Chweneyagae is gone, especially since he seemed joyful on Saturday. 'I had no idea it was our last hangout. Can't believe you were this happy just this past Saturday and now this 💔,' he wrote. He also shared that the late actor had asked to borrow a jacket, which he said he would never get back. 'How you called me to say I must bring you a jacket because you hadn't checked the invite and now the red carpet was red carpeting and you didn't wanna look like a 🤡, you said🤣. 'When you said I'm never getting my jacket back, I had no idea this is what you meant. When you called to check if I'm ok the next day, I couldn't have imagined that you weren't ok. Wavuma nje kanjalo ngawe? Or kune movie that you all are shooting there in heaven esingayazi? Go shine your light, Tobetsa 🕊️. It is well,' he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mavuso Magabane (@mavuso101) Many have been wondering what happened to him after the heartbreaking news of the legendary actor's passing. His family has since spoken out, with its spokes person, Mzwakhe Sigudla, confirming that Presley died of natural causes related to breathing difficulties. 'There has been speculation, and we want to clarify that there has been no foul play with what happened to Presley, and unfortunately, it is what you call natural death.' 'He had a bit of complication related to breathing and paramedics were called to attend the scene, but unfortunately, he did not make it, and there is nothing we know other than that, and we want to put it to the nation that it is a natural death,' he told the media. WHAT ARE YOUR FONDEST MEMORIES OF THE LATE STAR? 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
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
'Smoke & Mirrors' actor Khaye Sibisi reflects on his character in the show
Umlazi-born actor Khaye Sibisi is known as Tim in Smoke & Mirrors and has also featured in Muvhango, Empini and My Brother's Keeper. Speaking to TshisaLIVE, the 34-year-old said: 'This character is a funny character, but with a motivation or lesson in it because Tim has a wife and children, therefore he's a family man. Sipho [his friend] is alone. Tim sometimes doesn't want to disappoint his friend and that is why umthola esenkingeni angazi naye ungene kanjani [he finds himself in trouble but doesn't know how he got into it], hence Tim finds himself in trouble because of Sipho. 'The challenges I've found in the acting industry include where you are not getting paid on time. Sometimes you find yourself replacing another actor, which is very challenging because sometimes you don't even know how to play the character because he has already established the character in his own way, and now you need to add a bit of spice to make it alive.' Besides acting, Khaye does music, though he took a break from it to focus on his acting talent. 'The reason for taking a break was I never got a breakthrough in music. So I decided to focus on my other talent which is acting. One day I guess I'll release music. I haven't released any yet because I'm trying to get the right platform for myself or to put my name on the map through acting, then after some time I can start my music thing.'
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Eateries in foodie haven Singapore close as costs rise, spending falls
By Bing Hong Lok SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore's well-known food scene has been battered by closures in the past year, affecting low-cost hawker stalls, mid-sized operators and Michelin-star restaurants, who say costs are rising and consumers are spending less. Closures in the food and beverage sector have averaged 307 per month so far this year, up from 254 per month in 2024 and around 230 a month in 2023 and 2022, government data shows. Alvin Goh, a co-founder of Wine RVLT, is set to add to the statistics later this year. He said he will not renew his lease when it runs out in August after almost a decade serving natural wines and bar bites in the wealthy Asian financial hub of 6 million people. "We've been in the red since 2023 June. We've been topping up money to ensure that rent, salaries and suppliers are being paid," he said. Like other operators, Goh has been hit by rising costs for goods, utilities, rent and salaries. He has fewer patrons and those who do dine and wine are spending less than during what Goh called the 2022 "euphoria of opening up" following the COVID pandemic. The ratio of closures to openings in 2025 and 2024 was higher than before and during the pandemic, pointing to a shrinking sector. Closures since last year have affected a range of establishments, from low-cost hawker stalls to rooftop bar Smoke & Mirrors and a string of Michelin-starred restaurants such as Art di Daniele Sperindio and Sommer and Braci. Maybank economist Brian Lee expects closures to remain elevated in 2025. Operating costs remain high and many Singaporeans are prioritising travel over dining out, he said. One of those is Glenn Chew, 26, who works in public relations. He said he travels to other Southeast Asian cities where dining out can cost 30-40% less than in Singapore. The concern is that closures will lead to a loss of the island's culinary heritage and its status as an Asian food capital, said food blogger Seth Lui, 40. "We will start to see more fast food-style concepts with automation and franchise brands everywhere rather than having unique, quaint concepts," he said. Still, there are hopefuls like Jay Gray, 34, co-owner of Club Street Laundry restaurant which opened this year, his sixth venture in 11 years. "I guess I believe in the Singapore market enough and I do believe if you focus on hospitality, which is the most important thing, you'll be able to sustain it," he said.
Reuters
10-04-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Eateries in foodie haven Singapore close as costs rise, spending falls
SINGAPORE, April 10 (Reuters) - Singapore's well-known food scene has been battered by closures in the past year, affecting low-cost hawker stalls, mid-sized operators and Michelin-star restaurants, who say costs are rising and consumers are spending less. Closures in the food and beverage sector have averaged 307 per month so far this year, up from 254 per month in 2024 and around 230 a month in 2023 and 2022, government data shows. Alvin Goh, a co-founder of Wine RVLT, is set to add to the statistics later this year. He said he will not renew his lease when it runs out in August after almost a decade serving natural wines and bar bites in the wealthy Asian financial hub of 6 million people. "We've been in the red since 2023 June. We've been topping up money to ensure that rent, salaries and suppliers are being paid," he said. Like other operators, Goh has been hit by rising costs for goods, utilities, rent and salaries. He has fewer patrons and those who do dine and wine are spending less than during what Goh called the 2022 "euphoria of opening up" following the COVID pandemic. The ratio of closures to openings in 2025 and 2024 was higher than before and during the pandemic, pointing to a shrinking sector. Closures since last year have affected a range of establishments, from low-cost hawker stalls to rooftop bar Smoke & Mirrors and a string of Michelin-starred restaurants such as Art di Daniele Sperindio and Sommer and Braci. Maybank economist Brian Lee expects closures to remain elevated in 2025. Operating costs remain high and many Singaporeans are prioritising travel over dining out, he said. One of those is Glenn Chew, 26, who works in public relations. He said he travels to other Southeast Asian cities where dining out can cost 30-40% less than in Singapore. The concern is that closures will lead to a loss of the island's culinary heritage and its status as an Asian food capital, said food blogger Seth Lui, 40. "We will start to see more fast food-style concepts with automation and franchise brands everywhere rather than having unique, quaint concepts," he said. Still, there are hopefuls like Jay Gray, 34, co-owner of Club Street Laundry restaurant which opened this year, his sixth venture in 11 years. "I guess I believe in the Singapore market enough and I do believe if you focus on hospitality, which is the most important thing, you'll be able to sustain it," he said.
