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SACOConf2025 highlighted the urgent need for action in South Africa's creative sector, emphasizing that discussions alone are insufficient. Artists must demand specific outcomes like time-bound decisions, transparent criteria, and standardized contracts. The governance system must be reformed to facilitate idea implementation, ensuring accountability and efficiency for artists seeking meaningful change.
"Lessons From My Father," a book by Steve Anderson, celebrates diverse South African voices recounting their experiences with fatherhood. Featuring 32 contributors, it highlights both the strengths and flaws of fathers, emphasizing the importance of connection and healing. The publication aims to inspire better parenting, fostering strong families and a compassionate society.
The highly anticipated Rugby Championship match at Eden Park pits the Springboks against the All Blacks. With South Africa's recent four-match winning streak and key player adjustments, they aim to end New Zealand's unbeaten record at this venue since 1994. Analysts predict a tight contest, favoring the Springboks by a narrow margin.
We have a weekly fun radio discussion on Smile 90.4fm every Wednesday at 9.30pm SA time where we shoot the breeze about my love of Rugby with Benito Vergotine This week our guest was the uber talented writer and dear friend Mike Greenaway, who has two amazing books out "Bok to Bok" as well as "The... Continue Reading →
Lovely news to start 2025 off from CapeTalk regarding the show "The Business of Entertainment" #Businessofentertainment Starting this Sunday (12th January 2025) at 21H00 a rebroadcast on CapeTalk. The show airs everyThursday at 21H00 and this week's guest is record company executive Lance Stehr. With no less than over 100 episodes aired, all focusing on global inspirational... Continue Reading →
I had Mahlatse Mashua who is the Managing Director of Roc Nation Sports International in Africa join me in studio on CapeTalk a week ago on the show called “The Business of Entertainment” Do listen to the 2 podcasts post the show - below Episode 1 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3X0eHz2pOoJ23luZjO1nZX?si=5WmUMaxeRG2Vo_JzypVCGA Episode 2 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HBQK2lhGZswXTHrfwaWzw?si=3EMfFkIZRrSzlCVe5omquA This picture was sent to me this morning from London by... Continue Reading →
Mahlatse Mashua who is the Managing Director of Roc Nation Sports International in Africa joins me in studio on (Thursday 31st October) on CapeTalk just after 9pm on the show called “The business of Entertainment". And we have a rebroadcast on a Sunday night at 9pm on CapeTalk. Previously, Mahlatse served as the CEO of the Kolisi Foundation. ... Continue Reading →
22 October 2024, Cape Town – The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk, hosted by Martin Myers every Thursday at 9pm, has enjoyed a stellar year since the show's launch in May 2023. Now good news is the show will be rebroadcast on a Sunday night just after 9pm on CapeTalk. With no less than over 75 episodes aired, all focusing on global inspirational leaders in The Business of Entertainment,... Continue Reading →
On CapeTalk's #businessofentertainment show, Ricardo Mackenzie discusses plans for the entertainment industry, featuring candid conversations with industry professionals.
What a superb Saturday afternoon at DHL Stadium. My family and I went to the last game 7 years ago at Newlands. But before the game I reached out to Jamie Wall from NZ (his twitter/ X detail is JamieWall2) who was on tour with the All Blacks and got him to come on my... Continue Reading →
This is a stunning story about the song Zombie by the Cranberries from Marc Marot former Managing Director of Island Records who has spoken at Music Exchange twice and is a dear personal friend. The Irish national team are in South Africa for a two test series starting on Saturday in Pretoria and then going... Continue Reading →
South African rugby star Cheslin Kolbe has officially joined forces with Nescafé to champion the global coffee brand’s new ‘Make Your World’ campaign. The newly-launched campaign is designed to inspire South Africans to “see things from a different perspective and enjoy everyday moments in a fresh light”. An immersive nationwide campaign will see Kolbe featured... Continue Reading →
The weekly discussion about the URC on Smile 90.4FM with Benito Vergotine & Dylan Jack. A discussion about the URC and more – Please listen to the link below: The Honest Truth with host Benito Vergotine is on Smile 90.4 FM each week on a Monday night at 9.30pm. I was delighted to have been a... Continue Reading →
Exciting news, singer, songwriter and guitarist Dylan Red has been selected to play at the stadium on Saturday. Two fantastic beer gardens will be open and Dylan Red will be playing at one of the beer gardens from 1pm to 4pm. This garden is situated on the Mouille Point side of the Stadium - i.e. Northern... Continue Reading →
A discussion about the URC on Smile 90.4FM with Benito Vergotine & Dylan Jack and special guest from Durban Mike Greenaway. The Honest Truth with Benito Vergotine is on Smile 90.4 FM each week on a Monday night at 9.30pm. A discussion about the URC and more - Please listen to the link below: I was delighted to... Continue Reading →
We reflect on the SVNS in Cape Town last weekend. Dylan has become a fashion icon with his spottie, see pic below and we look forward to the DHL Stormers first home game of the season at the stadium, with its new grass pitch Enjoy the happy snaps of 2 days hanging with the CT media gang.
We speak to Ryan Vrede this week on the Business of Entertainment on Thurs 14th Dec at 9pm on Cape Talk. Ryan Vrede is a journalist that cut his teeth in sport, which continues to form a big part of his professional portfolio. He joined Habari Media as an intern in 2006, and, under the... Continue Reading →
Alan GilpinChief Executive Officer Of World Rugby - press conference, was even asked about sports betting at DHL Cape Town Stadium.
Cheslin Kolbe and Investec extend partnership In an exciting development, it has been confirmed that Investec has extended its sponsorship of Springbok superstar Cheslin Kolbe for a further three years.Kolbe and Investec first joined forces in August 2022, and the partnership between the highly regarded rugby star and South Africa’s leading wealth manager has gone... Continue Reading →
Delighted to have been a guest on The Honest Truth with Benito Vergotine on Smile FM with Dylan Jack from SA Rugby Magazine last night, talking about the URC and sevens rugby. The SA Rugby Magazine Writer, Dylan Jack, and rugby commentator, Martin Myers, speak about the seventh week of the URC as well as the... Continue Reading →
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