In a landmark season for South African reality television, Langelihle “Ilano” Gumede has officially exited the Big Brother Mzansi: Bazozwa house, concluding a journey that broke significant barriers.  As the franchise’s first-ever transgender contestant, the 23-year-old make-up artist and hairstylist from Durban leaves behind a legacy defined by both groundbreaking representation and immense personal resilience. […]

The South African entertainment industry is in mourning following the sudden passing of veteran actor Webster Kutoane on Sunday, 22 February.  Best known for his compelling portrayal of “Vela” on the popular e.tv drama Isitha: The Enemy, Kutoane’s death has left a profound void among colleagues and fans alike. The news was confirmed by the […]

The whirlwind romance between Big Brother Mzansi contestants Ashley Ogle and amapiano star Sweet Guluva (Mawande Mtyamde) has spiralled into a public legal battle. According to reports, the relationship has collapsed amid a “paternity drama” that has captivated social media. The friction intensified after the couple’s recent split, leading Sweet Guluva to demand a DNA […]

Some people seem to have the magic touch when it comes to social media: whether it’s a beautifully positioned picture, a vibrant video that’s begging to go viral or a witty piece of writing that’s almost impossible to ignore. So who are some of the best South African Instagram influencers to brighten up your newsfeed? […]