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Karlien van Jaarsveld: From a rebel with torn stockings, Derick Hougaard and into the fountain
Afrikaans singer and ex-wife of former Springbok Derick Hougaard, Karlien van Jaarsveld, reflects on love, loss and faith.

How AI is Transforming Education in Africa
Q&A Insights: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries across the globe, and education in Africa is no exception. From personalized learning platforms to AI-driven teacher training, the continent is witnessing a surge in innovative solutions tackling longstanding challenges. In this Q&A Insights piece, we dive into how AI is revolutionizing education, addressing questions from our […]

Africa’s DPI Revolution: How Digital Infrastructure Is Transforming the Continent
Africa’s digital transformation is charging forward, and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is the spark igniting inclusive growth across the continent. Think digital IDs unlocking banking for millions, payment systems fueling cross-border trade, and data platforms streamlining governance. As of July 2025, Africa’s DPI ecosystem is thriving, fueled by bold regional initiatives, scrappy...

WATCH: Ayanda Thabethe says ‘I do’ in intimate wedding ceremony
Ayanda and her husband met in May 2021.

Must get! Travis Scott tickets for FNB Stadium still up for grabs
The countdown to one of the biggest music events in South Africa is officially on!

WATCH: Youthful ‘Afropocalypse’ wins Gold Ovation Award as National Arts Festival comes to a close
The National Arts Festival concluded on Sunday after 11 days of art in Makhanda.

Abdul Khoza withdraws from celebrity boxing match
Abdul was scheduled to face rapper Chad Da Don in the ring later this month.
IN PICS | Abigail Kubeka honoured in star-studded Van Toeka Af tribute concert
Several well-known musicians came together at the State Theatre in Pretoria on Saturday night to celebrate Abigail Kubeka’s illustrious career.SowetanLIVE

Dr Rebecca Malope to receive lifetime honour at Basadi in Music Awards
The awards recognise women across a range of categories in music, media, and entertainment.

Like father, Like son: Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh earns law degree
Dr Sizwe recently graduated from the University of South Africa.
Tuks Senganga to usher in a new Motswako era with Mo Molemi
For over a decade, hip hop legend Tuks Senganga has been watching from the sidelines, quietly observing, creating and waiting for the right moment to return to the music scene that once crowned him a Motswako king.

EON Reality and T4S Mozambique Partner to Revolutionize Firefighting and Safety Training with AI-Powered VR
EON Reality, a global leader in AI-driven VR and AR learning, has partnered with T4S Mozambique to transform firefighting and safety training across the country using its EON-XR Spatial AI platform. T4S, known for its safety consulting and emergency response training, will now leverage immersive VR/AR experiences to enhance emergency preparedness. Trainees can practice fire […]

Sun Goddess’ Vanya Mangaliso and musician Feya Faku laid to rest
Vanya Mangaliso and Feya Faku died just three days apart.
Masongo’s gold creation shines amid the ‘famine of beauty’ at the Durban July
“It’s a famine of beauty. The famine of beauty, honey! My eyes are starving for beauty!” The late André Leon Talley once famously proclaimed in the 2009 Vogue magazine documentary The September Issue about how bleak American fashion had become.