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SAMRO Scandals: When Will It End? Creatives Demand Transparency

The South African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) an institution meant to protect and empower composers, authors, and publishers continues to find itself shrouded in controversy. Long-time industry figure Gabriel “Gabi” Le Roux recently took to social media to express his frustration about yet another troubling development involving SAMRO’s financial dealings and the ongoing secrecy within […]

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NFVF Calls on Filmmakers to Step Up and Shape the Future: Join the PESP 6 Advisory Panel

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, is calling on South African filmmakers, producers, editors, writers, directors, and digital storytellers to take their rightful place at the decision-making table. Nominations are now open for the Sixth Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP 6) Advisory Panel, and

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Culture Code Hub: A New Chapter for South Africa’s Creative Economy

South Africa’s creative economy is alive with stories, music, food, fashion, and innovation, yet many of these remain hidden, scattered across townships, communities, and small stages. Culture Code Hub was created to change that. It is a digital-first ecosystem that connects culture, tourism, and technology, giving South African creativity the global platform it deserves. At

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Attention Creatives! Compliance Help Is Here — But Will NAC Fund Beyond Entertainment?

NAC PESP 6 Help Desks: Giving Artists the Tools to Access FundingFor years, many South African artists and organisations have voiced a shared frustration: funding applications to the National Arts Council (NAC) are often unsuccessful due to non-compliance with requirements. This has left countless creatives without access to critical financial support. Recognising this challenge, the

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OPEN CALL: Numen of Story Creates a Platform for African Creatives to Be Heard

In a time when African voices are rising louder on the global stage, Numen of Story, an initiative by NUMXN, is creating a powerful home for expression, memory, and imagination. More than just an online journal, it is an archival platform dedicated to preserving and amplifying the stories of African creatives shaping the cultural and

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Unlocking Growth: Standard Bank Champions Organic and Natural Products Sector

South Africa’s organic and natural products sector is gaining momentum, not only as a reflection of global trends towards healthier and more sustainable living but also as a powerful engine for entrepreneurship, rural development, and export growth. At the recent Organic and Natural Products Expo, Imbizo Magazine sat down with Deenash Pillay, Head of Small

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NFVF Opens Doors for Creatives with Disabilities: Submit Your Film Proposal

It’s not the wonders of the world that make a place; it’s the people.” These powerful words from Dr. Msizi Myeza, CEO of the Council for the Built Environment, set the tone for an opportunity that places inclusivity at the heart of South African storytelling. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) has announced an

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Zulunation: Maskandi’s Finest Voices Celebrate Culture and Heritage

It’s finally here! Today, 26 September 2025, South Africa’s Heritage Week gets the perfect soundtrack as Sonomo Originals drops the much-anticipated compilation, Zulunation: Maskandi Stars. More than just an album release, this project feels like a cultural homecoming—an explosion of guitars, rhythm, and stories that carry the heartbeat of Zulu heritage into the present. For

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Breaking the Silence: Deaf Creatives Claim Their Place in South Africa’s Creative Industry

September marks Deaf Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the voices too often left unheard in South Africa’s creative spaces. Deaf artists and professionals have long faced exclusion, not because of a lack of creativity or skill, but because of barriers rooted in access and misunderstanding. To shine a light on this, Imbizo Magazine

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