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Spectacular: The Lion King production in London recently won the best musical production in the Black British Theatre Awards and boasts a crew of over 150 people, which includes many South African actors such as Thenjiwe Nofemele (above) who plays the role of Rafiki. Photo: Supplied

South African stars roar in London

From the opening Circle of Life to the final roar, South African performers make every moment of The Lion King resonate deeply

  • Aarti Bhana
9 min read
Dr Sipho Sithole

From Umlazi to Washington DC: Dr. Sipho Sithole’s journey of teaching isiZulu abroad

At Howard University, Dr. Sipho Sithole is reshaping global perspectives on Zulu culture — one classroom, conversation, and cultural exchange at a tim

  • Eyaaz
6 min read
From me to you: Celebrated South African singer and songwriter Yvonne Chaka Chaka is also known for her work for organisations that raise awareness and money for humanitarian causes.

Yvonne Chaka Chaka: She’s still burning up at 60

Musical icon enters her sixth decade proving purpose, not age, defines greatness

  • Eyaaz
7 min read
Adekeye Adebajo’s book is an analysis of Africa, from the perspective of 30 years of study, which offers an overview of the decades since the fall of apartheid in 1994

A panoramic view of a continent

My latest book is an analysis of Africa, from the perspective of 30 years of study, which offers an overview of the decades since the fall of apartheid in 1994

  • Eyaaz
8 min read
Khwezi Vika, Marketing Manager at Castle Milk Stout.

Rediscover the rhythms of traditional songs with Castle Milk Stout’s Afrikaraoke

It’s a way to preserve our heritage, celebrate and teach youngsters the lyrics of our sacred songs

  • Derek Davey
3 min read
Going for gold: Salimah Valiani’s anthology of poetry iGoli eGoli is a socio-political examination of the city. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

Johannesburg: A city laid bare in lines of poetry

Salimah Valiani’s beautiful, insightful anthology explores Johannesburg and its inhabitants

  • Eyaaz
5 min read