The legacy of the “Tribe One Dinokeng” music festival remains one of South Africa’s most notorious instances of wasteful expenditure. Originally marketed as “Glastonbury in Africa” with headliners like Nicki Minaj, the 2014 event collapsed just days before opening. Despite millions in public investment, the festival sold only 318 tickets. Forensic investigations eventually confirmed that […]

While it will always be tempting to turn our heads towards international countries for noteworthy musicians, it’s important to also take stock of the local artists who’ve breathed life into the South African music scene over the years so that we can recognise the evolution over time. Each of these artists has reached out across […]

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi is currently holidaying in the Seychelles with his children, Nicholas and Keziah, and his siblings, Liyema and Liphelo. The group swapped the rugby pitch for the Indian Ocean following an early Christmas celebration in South Africa. Before their departure, the children spent time with Rachel Kolisi, who hosted a gathering to […]

Proverbs are an integral part of Nigerian culture, serving as vehicles for wisdom, morality and societal values. Each saying encapsulates a lesson rooted in observation and experience, offering guidance for navigating life’s complexities. Let’s explore the meanings and implications of five notable Nigerian proverbs: “The Same Sun that Melts Wax is Also Capable of Hardening […]