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IOL News
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
From Zee Nation Fest to Rosefest: Joburg celebrated Women's Day in style
DJ Zinhle delivered yet another thrilling edition of her festival Zee Nation on Women's Day. Image: Instagram/zeenationfest Joburgers were spoilt for choice when it came to events to attend on Women's Day and the events delivered unforgettable experiences for attendees. DJ Zinhle told no lies when she told IOL about her love of hosting people, and giving them experiences because Zee Nation Fest delivered exactly that and more. Held at Nasrec in Johannesburg, DJ Zinhle's besties (fans and supporters) travelled in their numbers, with some even coming from outside Gauteng to attend the festival. As it's a festival for her fans, DJ Zinhle engaged with her besties visiting the different activations and marquees interacting with her besties, taking endless selfies. Zee Nation isn't just a festival but also a full on production with DJ Zinhle having 10 outfit changes. 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. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement 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. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ The lineup consisted of most of the country's top artists who performed on the massive stage and there were no technical sound issues and even if there were any, they were quickly resolved. Artists: Nadia Nakai, Nokwazi, Sjava, Sbu Noah, Khanyisa, Brenden Praise, Zee Nxumalo, Makhadzi, Big Zulu, Elaine and Nkosazana Daughter had the crowd dancing and singing along. For her performance, DJ Zinhle curated a set that featured songs from her new album, 'Zee Nation Volume 1', a clever way to get fans to stream her album after hearing the songs live. Her featured artists, Thabsie, Sfundo, Liyema Pantsi, Mthunzi, Sweet Guluva and Brenden Praise took to the stage to perform the songs. DJ Zinhle may be known for just spinning the decks, but she showed that she knows how to bust a move or two, taking part in some of the choreography. Zee Nation is all about the besties, hence no media hospitality, but that's another story. DJ Zinhle made sure to honour her besties by wearing a big cape with their faces on it and they're faces were also displayed on screen. Last night's concert was disappointing. There was no proper signage, the sound was bad,and there was no water or backup causing the bathrooms to be a mess. Also, for a venue that big they should've considered having more screens. Anthony Hamilton being the closing act was just 🤦🏾♀️ — uThando 💫 (@thandor_Madie) August 10, 2025 On the other side of Johannesburg,at Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens, musician Shekhinah hosted RoseFest returned after four years, launched the festival in 2019 but after 2020's covid it took a break. The return of RoseFest was met with high attendance with many of her fans and RnB lovers coming through for the female led lineup. In the North of Johannesburg at DP World Wanderers Stadium, another Women's Day concert took place, headlined by international stars Anthony Hamilton and Joe Thomas and local artists Vusi Nova and Zonke. The event went well but some attendees were unhappy due to sound issues that marred the experience. IOL Entertainment
News24
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Top fashion moments from DJ Zinhle's Zee Nation Fest
Thousands flocked to Johannesburg to experience the second instalment of DJ Zinhle's Zee Nation festival for a day of vibrant performances and pink cowgirl fashion on National Women's Day. The vast venue filled with eager concert-goers kept busy with talent like Elaine, Nadia Nakai, Makhadzi, Nkosazana Daughter, Lliema Pantsi and more offering electrifying performances in between entertaining hosting from Moozlie, Zanele Potelwa and more stars. Merchandise stands, charging stations and a new addition of comfortable resting 'Era lounges' added a tailored edge to the event, an ode to its evident popularity. Although Rome wasn't built in a day. DJ Zinhle spoke to TRUELOVE ahead of the festival about what it was going to take to pull off the festival. 'Because last year was successful, I thought this year would be a breeze. Somebody lied to me. Because they said 'Oh, you guys have done it, you guys are just going to flow through the next one'. No, it's been so tough. I mean, I think also everyone can feel the economy is not strong right now, so there were a lot of challenges putting it together so the emotions are high and low. 'But thank God that we are such a unified team, because also when you're doing a festival like this with your friends, tensions get high so you also have to manage that. So, emotionally it's been taxing, it's been hectic but thank God we have one vision,' Zinhle said. Special highlights included Mkahadzi and Sjava's encore-inducing performance and Pearl Thusi bringing her daughter Thando to the stage. Pearl told TRUELOVE, 'It was a special moment because I played Thula Nana... thinking of Thando when she was a little baby crying for me at home because I had to be in the streets to work and to finally be able to take her with me and to bring her while that song is playing is like, I don't know, there's a little bit of closure there I think hopefully for both of us.' Performers, industry friends and the 'besties' on the ground brought fun high fashion to the nippy tail end of Johannesburg's winter, with DJ Zinhle and Moozlie's many wardrobe changes fueling the event's extravagance. Here are more of the creative styles at one of Women's Day celebration of sisterhood: DJ Zinhle View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Nation Fest (@zeenationfest) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Nation Fest (@zeenationfest) View this post on Instagram A post shared by ZINHLE JIYANE (@djzinhle) Moozlie View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nomuzi Mabena (@moozlie) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nomuzi Mabena (@moozlie) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nomuzi Mabena (@moozlie) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nomuzi Mabena (@moozlie) Nkosazana Daughter View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Nation Fest (@zeenationfest) Nadia Nakai View this post on Instagram A post shared by BRAGGA (@nadianakai) Banele 'Moghelingz' Ndaba View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Nation Fest (@zeenationfest) Thabsie View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thabsie (@thabsie_sa) Coachella Randy View this post on Instagram A post shared by oratile masedi (@ Khanyisa Jaceni View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zee Nation Fest (@zeenationfest)
The Citizen
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Concerts where you can celebrate Women's Day today around Joburg
Women's Day is being celebrated throughout Joburg today, despite the slight disappointment of the holiday being on a Saturday. Many might have been disappointed that Women's Day fell on a Saturday, leaving them without the perks of a public holiday. However, despite that slight letdown, Women's Day is still being celebrated throughout the country today and for the rest of August. Below are a handful of shows happening celebrating women through music today around Joburg. ALSO READ: Black Labone's Earth Day celebrations underway despite severe thunderstorm alert in Tshwane Shekhinah's Rose Fest Singer-songwriter Shekhinah released her album, Less Troubl, on Friday, a day before her annual Rose Fest concert. The line up of the festival features an array of singers that include Zoë Modiga, Lia Butter, Pabi Cooper and Shekhinah herself. The day-long event takes place at the Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens. ALSO READ: WATCH: Makhadzi takes it back to where it all began 15 years ago ahead of December One Woman Show Zee Nation Fest Similar to Shekhinah, DJ Zinhle also owns a festival and Zee Nation is being hosted at the Nasrec Expo Centre. Unlike the Rose Fest, the Zee Nation lineup isn't exclusively made up of female performers like Kamo Mphela and Busiswa. It also includes male artists like Sjava and Oskido with Somizi Mhlongo as co-host alongside Nomuzi Mabena. Such is the demand for the show that tickets have already sold out. Other performers at Zee Nation include Lerato Kganyago, Pearl Thusi and Nomfundo Moh. ALSO READ: WATCH: Anthony Hamilton promises to 'tear his shoes up' for Mzansi Women's Day concert Mzansi Women's Day concert Grammy award winner Anthony Hamilton and fellow US singer Joe Thomas headline the Women's Day concert at Wanderers Stadium alongside his fellow countryman Joe Thomas and Mzansi's Sjava, Zonke and Vusi Nova. Speaking at the event's press conference this past week, Hamilton expressed his excitement. He is thrilled to be performing for a South African audience once again. 'I did my research. I know what Mzansi wants to hear,' the American crooner said with a smile. He hinted at a carefully curated setlist designed with his largely female fanbase in mind. ALSO READ: 'Our music is immortal': Trompies on lighting up the stage at Imbawula festival, new music and more SN Project In a more intimate setting, the SN Project is singer-songwriter Siphephelo Ndlovu's performance of his latest project Pantomime at Artistry in Sandton this evening. In 2020, he released his debut album, Afrikanization. However, SN hasn't released another body of work until now, except for Pantomime Vol 1 in May. Ndlovu, who is the son of famed Muvhango creator Duma Ndlovu, hosted a similar live show at Untitled Basement earlier this year. NOW READ: Siphephelo Ndlovu on his hiatus from music, getting into the family business of TV, as he returns to stage
IOL News
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
DJ Zinhle unveils exciting new album ahead of anticipated Zee Nation Fest
DJ Zinhle is set to host the second edition of Zee Nation Fest, promising an unforgettable experience for her fans. Image: blxcknativesmedia After pulling off a successful first Zee Nation Fest, multi award-winning DJ, media personality and businesswoman DJ Zinhle is about to do it again. The Besties are ready for another razzle and DJ Zinhle is focused on giving them a good experience. Leading up to her big day, Zinhle Jiyane and her team have been working hard to make sure that Zee Nation is getting the necessary attention. 'I'm a person who pays attention to detail. I love hosting people, but I love giving people an experience. Zee Nation Plus became an extension of that on a larger scale.' DJ Zinhle acknowledges the role her besties (fans, supporters) played in making the festival a success, but she's aware that the second festival is a deal breaker. 'This year is going to determine whether this thing's real or not.' The funny skits on social media are a hit. Scenes from 'The Zee Nation Office' leave her followers in chuckles. The skits have allowed the besties to become a part of the buildup to Zee Nation Fest. 'I think it's giving young people, or anyone a new way of looking at marketing and how you can get your brand out there because we don't have the budget for things like big billboards ir big advertising spend. 'We don't have that, but we have social media and we have our besties. Those are the people that we have to work with to get this festival out there.' 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. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ DJ Zinhle has also released her long-awaited album 'Zee Nation Volume 1', which is already topping the charts. This is DJ Zinhle's newest album since her 2009 debut; her singles and collaborations have kept DJ Zinhle on rotation. The album cover is a sweet ode to her besties. Their picture cards have been made into a collage 'I just wanted something that would feel special for them, too, because this album is made for them. I mean, why would I make the album for myself? It is super special for me.' On the album, DJ Zinhle features up-and-coming artists Liema Pantsi, Sweet Guluva and Sfundo. 'It's been great to work with young artists. They are keen, they are excited to work, but they're all super talented.' She speaks fondly of each of them, noting special traits about them, showing just how she admires them. 'They keep you young and fresh. It's always been my thing to work with young people because I feel we need to give them the opportunity.' Last year, DJ Zinhle gave a full-on production, serving looks after looks and this year she's looking at 10 outfits, it's a full-on show. She's elevating the experience for her besties, she's adding restyville (resting stations). 'This festival is my dream. I am bringing everything that I've seen somewhere that I thought was cool into one place.' Zee Nation takes place on Women's Day, August 9 and DJ Zinhle shared a special message for her besties. 'Bestie, you are so incredible, you are everything. You are God. You are good. You are special. 'If you are able to do the things that you've done for me, you can do them 20,000 times for yourself. You are good energy. The good energy that you're putting out there, may God multiply it by a million times and send it back to your life. 'Thank you so much for everything you guys do for me. I hope that this and everything that we do together makes you believe in yourself, because you guys have definitely made me believe in myself. I love you.' IOL Entertainment
TimesLIVE
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
DJ Zinhle enters her album era with ‘Zee Nation Vol 1'
After 21 years in the game, Ntombezinhle Jiyane-Mohosana, better known as DJ Zinhle, is officially stepping into a new era with the release of her much-anticipated debut album Zee Nation Vol 1. The album, which shares its name with her iconic annual Zee Nation music festival, marks a major milestone for the South African DJ and entrepreneur. Zee Nation Vol 1 is a 13-track project packed with powerhouse collaborations, featuring some of South Africa's hottest talent. Fans can expect to hear chart-toppers like MÖRDA and Rethabile Khumalo, who famously featured on the 2019 smash hit Umililo. Adding to the excitement, Big Brother Mzansi stars Liema Pantsi and Sweet Guluva also make memorable appearances, bringing fresh energy to the album. One standout track is the remix of the classic 2009 hit Pepe, reimagined with the production magic of MÖRDA and NDLOH JNR, a nostalgic yet modern anthem perfect for both old-school heads and new 'Gen Z' fans. DJ Zinhle treated fans and media to an exclusive listening session at Era House, offering a sneak peek of the album ahead of its official release on Friday.
