Johannesburg’s creative community gathered on 6 March 2026 at Y Studios for an inspiring day that celebrated the journeys of artists who have successfully transformed their creativity into thriving businesses. The #MyDebutStory Alumni Event, hosted by the Debut Fund Programme, brought together emerging creatives, industry leaders, and cultural stakeholders to reflect on how South Africa’s […]
As Gauteng’s Creatives and Indigenous Leaders Ask: Will This Be the Turning Point? Before Premier Panyaza Lesufi took to the stage to deliver the 2026 State of the Province Address at NASREC, the atmosphere outside carried a different kind of anticipation, one not written in government programmes, but in memory, identity and unfinished promises. Among
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South African hip hop fans, the wait is finally over. Award-winning global rap icon J. Cole is officially bringing The Fall Off Tour 2026 to South Africa this December, a major announcement confirmed by YFM through its official social media platforms, sending waves of excitement across the country and the wider African music community. According
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Vosloorus is stepping into a powerful new chapter as Jive for Kasilami launches its first phase right here at home. Leading this movement is renowned Vosloorus choreographer and dancer, Sibusiso Mthembu, who will be representing Vosloorus as the township begins its journey toward challenging other kasis in the next stages of the competition. This is
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A vibrant display of community upliftment unfolded at Crown Mines as the Times Square Shopping Mall development team hosted a R200,000 donation drive in partnership with Gauteng dignitaries and local leaders. The initiative, aimed at strengthening educational support in underserved communities, brought together government representatives, development stakeholders, and community members in a collective effort to
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Visibility remains one of the biggest challenges facing organisations, institutions and practitioners working in the creative, cultural, humanities and sport sectors. Powerful work is happening every day across the country, yet many events struggle to reach the audiences they deserve. This is where the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) steps in. SACO continues to play
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Soweto Theatre once again becomes a sacred meeting ground for memory, resistance, and imagination as it hosts the Gibson Kente Annual Lecture — a powerful tribute to the life and enduring legacy of Gibson Kente, the visionary playwright, composer, director, and cultural activist widely celebrated as the Father of Black Theatre in South Africa. This
Benoni gets its own arts festival and it’s about to feel like home. Dezemba is finally here, and with it comes the joy, the warmth, and the unmistakable buzz of festive groove across Mzansi. This year, Ekurhuleni’s creative scene is stepping into the spotlight with something fresh, intimate, and proudly local – Homey Feels, a
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On 24 September 2025, the heart of Vosloorus came alive as Pub & Grill Whitehouse, Mfundo Park, hosted one of the most electrifying hip-hop gatherings of the year — REP YOKULCA. The event was more than just a show; it was a powerful celebration of unity, creativity, and the rising wave of local hip-hop talent.
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Johannesburg, South Africa, 14 October 2025 — Standard Bank has released its inaugural Township Informal Economy Report, unveiling powerful insights into one of South Africa’s most dynamic yet underserved markets. The report reveals that nearly 80% of township businesses remain unregistered, operating outside formal regulatory frameworks such as VAT registration, labour laws, and tax compliance.