Dylan Jack, Martin Myers and host Benito Vergotine talk SVNS Cape Town, URC and more on The Honest Truth on Smile 90.4fm

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.

Ryan Vrede this week on the Business of Entertainment on Thurs 14th Dec at 9pm on CapeTalk

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 →

Household name IAN F to open 100% Retro Festival in Jan 2024

A household name is Ian F as he spent over 15 years with the national broadcaster 5FM.  Ian Fraser or Ian F then went travelling. Europe was where he landed and he discovered that it was old, cold and beer was expensive. Ian came back home and then worked briefly at KFM in Cape Town... Continue Reading →

Alan Gilpin Chief Executive Officer of World Rugby press con in CT Stadium

Alan GilpinChief Executive Officer Of World Rugby - press conference, was even asked about sports betting at DHL Cape Town Stadium.

The Brilliance of Dr Rachel Adams two podcasts loaded about AI

The Brilliance of Dr Rachel Adams - these are  stellar talks about AI now - Enjoy.  2 episodes. EPISODE 1  https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EplyBoDSDwyjC51PpukR0?si=PfabAF-QStyfEBSMW-noHA EPISODE 2  https://open.spotify.com/episode/0C0K1H0BvyZ2xV7zXHlz4Y?si=43p7RWxyQQCEnysSI4Lhxg  You can always Tune in to Cape Talk  every Thursday  night at 21H00 for the #BusinessofEntertainment.  Dr Rachel Adams is a Senior Research Specialist: Science in Society Impact Centre at the Human Sciences Research Council,... Continue Reading →

Read the exclusive interview with synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) and they tour SA in April 2024

After the recent announcement of their  new studio album, Bauhaus Staircase out now  synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) reveal details of their return to the stage, with the band taking to the globe next year with South Africa tour dates in toe. Across February & March 2024, OMD will play 22 dates across the... Continue Reading →

Thank you Bona Magazine for covering my artists Siphokazi Jonas and Sipho Mabuse

Thank you Nathan Adams and  Bona Magazine for  covering my artists Siphokazi Jonas and Sipho Mabuse in the December issue 

Cape Town Arts Festival gets ready to Amajive with the SHiNE dance hit this weekend at the Castle of Good Hope

The SHiNE dance challenge happening at the Castle of Good Hope this weekend will step up the festive vibe – it’s free and family friendly and the place to go for festive fun and creative inspiration Cape Town, 7 December 2023 – The multi-arts Cape Town Arts Festival (CTAF), is this year,inspired by the Social Harmony through National Effort... Continue Reading →

LANGA MAVUSO, ON TOUR WITH LALAH HATHAWAY’s SA TOUR IN JANUARY 2024

Ten-time nominee and five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter and producer, Lalah Hathaway has announced South African singer, songwriter and performer Langa Mavuso is the supporting act for her “An Intimate Evening with Lalah Hathaway” four-concert tour presented by Liberty.   The tour begins in Johannesburg at Montecasino’s Teatro on Friday, 19 January followed by an 8pm concert on Saturday,... Continue Reading →

World Cup Winner Cheslin Kolbe and Investec extend partnership 

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 →

Inosculation, or to be Bare at the Point of Connection by Siphokazi Jonas

From poetrysociety.org.uk I wanted to brew an intoxicating verse about how my people make peacewhen the love between them chafes into a wound:like the burning of sage to smoke a space open, or the slaughter of livestockto restore ties between those who have departed and those who remain.Here is where I would have come to perform... Continue Reading →

Guest on The Honest Truth

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 →

New Poetry Created for Peace Symposium in South Africa by Siphokazi Jonas – The Poetry Society

From poetrysociety.org.uk On Monday 4 December the Portland Japanese Garden is hosting a Peace Symposium in Johannesburg, following Symposiums in New York, London and Tokyo. More details of the event and registration to attend in Johannesburg are available here. There will be four poetry readings during the event. The first is by Siphokazi Jonas, a poet commissioned by The... Continue Reading →

RENOWNED SYNTH PIONEERS BAND OMD ANNOUNCE 2024 GREATEST HITS SOUTH AFRICAN TOUR DURING APRIL 2024

After the recent announcement of their forthcoming new studio album, synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) reveal details of their return to the stage, with the band taking to the globe next year with South Africa tour dates in toe during April 2024  Image: OMD live on stage Credit: Retropop Magazine Across February... Continue Reading →

Jann Klose and Tamara Dey with a hit song charting now, conceived 7 years ago at the Music Exchange / BMI song camp in Cape Town

When Jann Klose  was on tour in South Africa earlier this year Tamara Dey  sang with him  at his  performance at the  SABC and  she approached Jann about releasing a new version of “You & I” (recorded 7 years ago at a Music Exchange / BMI song camp ) for her new EP “La Musica”, which is out... Continue Reading →

ON THE COVER OF BUSINESS DAY WANTED MAGAZINE NOV 2023 | Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse

Delighted to be on the cover of the magazine and for the cover the man who put it together Sahil Harilal who is the fashion editor Sunday Times Group SA asked some questions: (Follow all the creatives on instagram please @sahilharilal @aartverrips @wantedonlinesa) What was your style identity in the 70's during your "Harari" days and how has that evolved... Continue Reading →

Read all about FREE Cape Town Arts Festival on 9 -10 December at Castle of Good Hope

FREE Cape Town Arts Festival this December  Community arts for community wellbeing – beyond festive season shopping, get together and join YoungstaCPT, DJ ReadyD, Dee Koala, Kristi Louw and more plus a host of other creative artists for a FREE weekend of fun, artistic expression, inspiration, and escapism that celebrates Cape Town’s bountiful talent – everyone is invited. Cape... Continue Reading →

A discussion about the URC on Smile 90.4FM with Benito Vergotine & Dylan Jack

The Honest Truth with Benito Vergotine on Smile FM A discussion about the URC. 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. The SA Rugby Magazine Writer, Dylan Jack, and rugby commentator, Martin Myers, speak... Continue Reading →

Siphokazi Jonas is the commissioned poet for a FREE, public symposia: Peacemaking at the Intersection of Culture, Art, and Nature

Presented by the Japan Institute and Portland Japanese Garden in two cities on 30th November in Cape Town and 4th December in Johannesburg. The FREE, public symposia Peacemaking at the Intersection of Culture, Art, and Nature, convene thought leaders across diverse fields to explore the evolving role of art, cultural institutions, and public spaces as platforms for dialogue, peacebuilding, and community engagement. ... Continue Reading →

MOREIRA CHONGUIÇA’S “SOUNDS OF PEACE” ALBUM CLINCHES PRESTIGIOUS SOUTH AFRICAN MUSIC AWARD

Maputo, 20 November 2023 — In a resounding celebration of musical excellence and cultural diversity, the critically acclaimed album "Sounds of Peace" has been honoured with the coveted South African Music Awards (SAMA) for the Rest of Africa category. This prestigious accolade recognizes the outstanding contribution of the album in bridging borders and fostering unity... Continue Reading →

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