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The Citizen
4 hours 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.
News24
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Donell Jones replaces Tank as headliner at Ndlala Mall's grand relaunch
Donell Jones will replace Tank as the headliner for the upcoming Ndlala Mall relaunch in Pretoria. Previously known as Sterland Mall, it has been revamped to include a state-of-the-art arena, promising an elevated entertainment hub. The reimagined mall seeks to revive Pretoria's entertainment legacy while fostering job opportunities and empowering local talent. Following last week's announcement that US R&B legend Tank could no longer perform as the headliner for businessman Thami Ndlala and his media personality wife Lerato Kganyago's Ndlala Mall, organisers have announced his replacement - U Know What's Up hitmaker Donell Jones. The Ndlala Mall, previously known as Pretoria's iconic Sterland Mall, was scheduled to relaunch on Saturday 2 August. However, organisers announced its postponement last Wednesday, saying that Tank could no longer make it, 'as something has fallen apart businesswise, which is going to keep him from fulfilling his obligation'. 'It is an honour to have an artist of such a great calibre in the music industry as the main performer at the opening,' Ndlala said. Now scheduled for Saturday 23 August, the mall's relaunch will be hosted in its state-of-the-art Ndlala Arena, boasting 55 seats. It will also feature performances by local artists such as Zonke Dikana and Vusi Nova. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ndlala Mall (@ndlala_mall) Though it was unclear when Ndlala and Kganyago acquired the mall, best known as Sterland, it was a once-loved destination for movie theatre goers. Its popularity declined over the years due to the ageing infrastructure, as well as the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and its effect on cinemas. Previously, Ndlala said: 'This isn't just a new chapter, it's the revival of Pretoria's beating heart! Ndlala Mall carries the torch of our city's iconic entertainment legacy, reimagined for a new generation. 'We're creating real employment opportunities for our community while building a stage where local talent shines and global stars will dazzle. The energy you'll feel here, in these walls, through these experiences, will echo the magic this local has always been known for. This is more than a launch, it's the homecoming.'
TimesLIVE
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
US star Donell Jones to headline Ndlala Mall opening in Pretoria
After a brief postponement, the highly anticipated grand opening of Ndlala Mall is set to dazzle Pretoria on August 23 — and it's bringing international star power with it. American R&B star Donell Jones will headline the launch event at the state of the art Ndlala Arena, a 550-seat venue in the new retail and lifestyle development in Arcadia. The multi-platinum artist is best known for his 1999 classic album Where I Wanna Be and hit single U Know What's Up, which topped charts and still pulls in more than 1.2-million monthly Spotify listeners. Ndlala Mall CEO Thami Ndlala said securing Donell Jones is a major coup: 'It is an honour to have an artist of such a great calibre in the music industry to be the main performer at the opening.' Jones won't be alone on stage. He'll be joined by South African music heavyweights Zonke Dikana and Vusi Nova, renowned for their chart-topping ballads and contributions to the R&B and soul scenes. Thami Ndlala — the billionaire and visionary behind Ndlala Mall and the Ndlalayesizwe Real Estate empire — has transformed Arcadia's retail landscape with this project. The mall, adjacent to the Ndlala Oligarch Hotel & Apartments, merges shopping, lifestyle and entertainment into one luxury precinct. With a star-studded line-up and a sleek new venue, August 23 is set to mark a new chapter in Pretoria's entertainment and retail scene.
