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MDDA and Google Elevate Community Media: A Digital Transformation

Empowering Local Voices in the Digital Age The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA), in partnership with Google South Africa, has taken a significant step towards empowering community media to thrive in the digital age. A select group of MDDA community media projects recently participated in the Google Hustle Academy, a transformative three-day bootcamp held […]

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A Love Letter to a Revolution: Celebrating the Life of Robert Sobukwe

As South Africa commemorates the centenary of one of its most profound liberation leaders, Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe, his legacy comes alive through the Market Theatre Foundation’s production, Lala Ngenxeba/Of Love and Revolution. This deeply evocative theatrical work sheds light on Sobukwe’s heroic contributions to the anti-apartheid struggle while also offering an intimate portrayal of the

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Broken Net in the Final Whistle: A Theatrical Reflection on Justice, Grief, and Reconciliation in South Africa

 Theatre has long served as a mirror to society, reflecting its deepest pains, struggles, and triumphs. Broken Net in the Final Whistle is one such production — a gripping, thought-provoking South African play inspired by a true event that continues to haunt the nation. This historical moment, which remains etched in the collective conscience of

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THE HISTORY OF 16 DECEMBER: SOUTH AFRICA’S DAY OF RECONCILIATION

December 16 holds significant historical and cultural meaning for South Africa. Known today as the Day of Reconciliation, it is a public holiday dedicated to fostering unity and healing in a country with a deeply divided past. This date reflects the country’s complex history, marked by colonialism, apartheid, and the long struggle for freedom and

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Editor’s Note: Closing the Year with Gratitude and Celebration

Download your Magazine copy here Dec 2024 Issue As we turn the final pages of 2024, we reflect on a year filled with inspiration, passion, and the unwavering spirit of African creativity. This has been a remarkable journey, one that has brought us face-to-face with some of the continent’s most talented artists and ingenious innovators.

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Chris Brown Set to Headline South Africa’s Biggest Concert of 2024

Download your Magazine copy here Dec 2024 Issue In a groundbreaking announcement that has sent waves of excitement through music lovers across the African continent, American superstar Chris Brown is set to host the biggest concert of 2024 in South Africa. The highly anticipated event, scheduled to take place on December 14 & 15, 2024,

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MAKUBE CHOSI KUBE HELE: Buhlebendalo Live at Soweto Theatre

Soweto, Gauteng – Step into an extraordinary evening of music, spirituality, and cultural celebration with the light healer and messenger, Buhlebendalo, as she takes the stage on November 22, 2024, at the renowned Soweto Theatre. In this exclusive, one-night-only performance, Buhlebendalo will present both her debut album, Chosi, and her latest creation, Hele, inviting audiences

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MDDA Launches Community Media Sustainability Report: A Blueprint for Lasting Impact

Download your Magazine copy here Oct 2024 Issue Sandton, October 29, 2024 – The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) convened a pivotal gathering at The Capital Empire in Sandton to unveil its Community Media Sustainability Report. This landmark event marked a critical step towards addressing the challenges and unlocking the potential of South Africa’s

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East Originals Masterclass: A Catalyst for East Rand Music Industry Growth

Download your Magazine copy here Oct 2024 Issue In a landmark event for the East Rand music scene, King Fundama Media partnered with Nefertiti Communications, Andrie Cooper, and 5shaft to present the East Originals Masterclass, an initiative designed to empower local musicians. Held at Local Lifestyle Lounge and expertly facilitated by Bongani Xaba, this masterclass

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