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TimesLIVE
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Lights, camera, inspiration! Joburg's Region B hosts film career day
In a celebration of creativity and opportunity, the City of Joburg Region B — together with Lihle Media, Black Brain Pictures, The Greatvila Foundation and Media City Academy — are hosting a Film Career Day for the Youth on Tuesday at the Transformation Development Centre in Westbury. The initiative shines a spotlight on the many exciting career paths within the arts and film industries and challenges the conventional belief that success is confined to the corporate world. It offers young people a front-row seat to the magic, innovation and potential that lie within South Africa's vibrant creative economy, demonstrating that passion and creativity can be just as powerful as spreadsheets and suits. MC for the day is Nyiko Bilankulu, renowned for his unorthodox PR strategies and magnetic personality. Joining him is Mandla N, the entrepreneurial force behind Black Brain Pictures, with Mpumelolo Nhlapo, partner and MD at Black Brain Pictures and Media City Academy. Sibulele Ntlebi, known for her standout role as Nolitha Sokhulu on hit soapie The Black Door, is there to share her journey, as is Siphesihle Masango, celebrated for her unwavering determination in breaking boundaries. The Film Career Day is a call to dream bigger, dig deeper and see beyond the traditional.
Irish Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Miss Ireland 2025 finalists announced ahead of glamorous final
These are the 21 finalists vying for the title of Miss Ireland 2025. The finalists were revealed at a sparkling white party at The Black Door in Dublin 2. Now in its 77th year, the Miss Ireland final takes place on June 14 at the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim, Co Meath. The hopefuls will step into the spotlight and embrace their journey of empowerment, leadership, and community impact with a spectacular ceremony, vibrant performances and a star-studded audience. Since 1947, the Miss Ireland pageant has celebrated intelligence, ambition, and cultural pride, evolving into a platform that champions female leadership and philanthropy. This year's competitors will join a legacy of inspiring role models including Former Miss World Rosanna Davison and former Miss Irelands - Pamela Flood, Holly Carpenter, Rebecca Maguire, Lauren McDonagh, Aoife O Sullivan, Amanda Brunker, Pamela Uba, Aoife Walsh, Michelle Rocca, Olivia Tracy, current Miss Ireland Jasmine Gerhardt and many more. In recent years the Miss Ireland Franchise has raised over €350,000 for various charities including Laura Lynn, Temple Street, Alzheimer's Ireland, Pieta House, The Cari Foundation and The Julian Benson Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The finalists of Miss Ireland are put through their paces in a challenging competitive process testing their skills in debating, public speaking, talent, sports, modelling, social media and each finalist will be tasked with raising much-needed awareness and funds for their chosen charities. Each finalist will advance to the national event for a chance to claim the Miss Ireland crown. The 77th crowned Miss Ireland will receive a lucrative agency contract and a host of prizes and will then have a chance to jet off to represent Ireland next year on an international stage at the Miss World Festival which is televised in over 100 countries around the world.
News24
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Eric Ndlovu reflects on his journey as he exits e.tv telenovela Isitha
Eric Ndlovu departs from Isitha - The Enemy, thanking fans for their unwavering love and support throughout his time on the show. Known for memorable roles in Isibaya, The Queen, and The Wife, Ndlovu has solidified himself as one of Mzansi's most beloved multilingual actors. While his journey as Bandze comes to an end, Ndlovu promises fans that this is not the end but 'a new beginning in a different direction.' Actor Eric Ndlovu has officially bowed out of his role as Bandze on the telenovela Isitha - The Enemy. Taking to Instagram, the 37-year-old expressed heartfelt gratitude to his fans, co-stars, and everyone who supported him during his time on the show. 'It's never easy to say goodbye, especially to people who have shown me so much love, support, and belief throughout my journey. From the very beginning, your encouragement gave me strength, your words lifted me during tough times, and your presence reminded me why I do what I do.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sipho Eric Ndlovu (@spholaricky) Isitha - The Enemy, a spinoff of the popular series The Black Door, was produced by Mandla N and Mpumelelo Nhlapo. eMedia's local programming head, Helga Palmer, described the show as a 'unique story combining different themes and genres in a dynamic and interesting way.' In his farewell note, Ndlovu emphasised that while his journey as Bandze has come to an end, it is not goodbye forever. 'As the Bandze character comes to an end, please know that every moment we've shared will stay with me forever. This isn't the end; it is just a new beginning in a different direction. I'll carry your love with me always.' Ndlovu is not new to the screens. He played numerous roles on some of Mzansi's hit shows, like Isibaya, The Queen, and Omen, but it's his portrayal of Sambulo in The Wife that has made this multilingual actor a fan-favourite with viewers. Speaking to Drum about The Wife, he shared: 'The response from viewers has also been overwhelming. It was great to see the love and appreciation Sambulo was getting. It was nice to know that his contribution to the show is seen.'
