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South African artist Moonchild Sanelly marked her 38th birthday with introspection rather than her signature flamboyant style. The musician, whose birth name is Sanelisiwe Twisha, described feeling more centered and confident about her identity and future trajectory compared to previous years...

Amapiano producer Mr JazziQ, whose real name is Tumelo Manyoni, became a trending topic after controversial social media figure Chris Excel posted a private bedroom photograph on 17 July 2025. The image shows the DJ alongside an unidentified woman who took the selfie while making hand gestures...

Nandi Madida has expressed deep appreciation after Apple Podcasts named The Motherhood Network among its Best of 2025, a recognition achieved merely half a year following the show's launch. The platform has attracted considerable attention through candid discussions on parenting, featuring...

South African DJ Black Coffee received Billboard's African Power Player of the Year distinction at a ceremony where he reflected on nearly three decades in music since starting his career in 1996. The internationally recognized producer addressed obstacles he encountered during his ascent...

South African Revenue Service continues dismantling Shauwn Mkhize's possessions through public auctions to settle substantial tax arrears. The latest sale featured household electronics, furniture, musical instruments and decorative pieces from the reality television personality's collection...

Media figure Sol Phenduka expressed astonishment after encountering footage that appeared to show a South African Police Service vehicle transporting alcoholic beverages in Cosmo City. The former Kaya 959 broadcaster circulated the recording across his platforms, where it generated substantial...

Nicki Minaj has drawn backlash after praising Donald Trump for highlighting violence against Christians in Nigeria during an appearance at an event organized by Ambassador Michael Waltz. The rapper acknowledged feeling anxious before her remarks, which focused on extremist attacks targeting...

Media personality Dineo Ranaka sparked social media conversation after posting affectionate footage with partner Mfundo Nthangeni at a dining establishment. The pair appeared relaxed and joyful while sharing moments, with background narration emphasizing the value of companionship that feels...

Jacaranda FM secured a dozen nominations at the 2025 Telkom Radio Awards, earning recognition for its diverse programming and community engagement efforts. The station received nods spanning multiple categories, with standout entries such as The Drive with Rob & Roz competing for Best Afternoon...

South African rapper Nadia Nakai has postponed the release of her collaboration with Nasty C to participate in a nationwide protest against gender-based violence. The artist delayed her track Really and withdrew from scheduled performances to join the G20 Women's Shutdown, an initiative...

Boxing champion Claressa Shields disclosed that she remained completely nonverbal until reaching age five and continued experiencing stuttering difficulties for several additional years. The three-time undisputed titleholder explained during a podcast appearance that observers initially...

Authorities continue examining whether singer d4vd bears criminal responsibility for the death of Celeste Rivas, whose remains were discovered inside a Tesla belonging to the musician. Investigators have yet to establish sufficient evidence for filing charges, while medical examiners have not...

LeBron James acknowledged reduced contact with his eldest son, Bronny, following the 21-year-old's transition to independent living. The Lakers star lightheartedly addressed reporters after defeating Utah 140-126, playfully greeting Bronny through television cameras while explaining that daily...

Spotify has purchased WhoSampled, a London platform that catalogs musical samples and interpolations across more than 1.2 million recordings. The streaming service plans to integrate the database into its interface through a feature called SongDNA, allowing subscribers to trace the creative...

Reality television personality Robyn Dixon offered her first substantial comments regarding the trademark dispute with rapper Eminem at BravoCon 2025, confirming the legal battle over her Reasonably Shady podcast continues. Dixon expressed confidence about prevailing in court while acknowledging...

Singer Brian McKnight has attributed his first marriage to external pressures rather than genuine affection, revealing during a podcast conversation that religious and family expectations compelled him toward matrimony after his girlfriend conceived. The artist acknowledged barely knowing his...

NFL receiver Stefon Diggs faces serious accusations in a countersuit filed by stylist Chris Blake Griffith, who disputes the athlete's earlier defamation claim. Griffith alleges that after accepting candy he believed was laced with drugs, he experienced severe physical symptoms before being...

Toni Braxton discussed her marriage to Birdman and her new Lifetime film while reflecting on personal growth and romantic evolution. The singer, who married the music executive after more than two decades of friendship and collaboration, emphasized that love remains timeless regardless of age...

Megan Thee Stallion testified in a Miami federal court about severe psychological harm she experienced after blogger Milagro Gramz Cooper allegedly spread defamatory statements and promoted a deepfake pornographic video falsely portraying the rapper. The artist told the court she felt worthless...

Jeni's Splendidly Ice Cream has initiated a product withdrawal after discovering that its Passion Fruit Dreamsicle frozen bars contain undeclared wheat and soy allergens. The contamination occurred when a crunch topping was mistakenly incorporated during manufacturing, creating potential health...