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  By: Simon Majadibodu Afropop artist Vusi Nova has launched his own record label called Nova Sounds. Photo: Instagram / @vosinova1 Award winning afropop singer Vusi Nova has launched his own record label. The As’phelelanga hitmaker launched his record label called Nova Sounds, which will be releasing fresh sounds in the music industry. This comes after the talented artist has parted ways with his longtime record label Muthaland Entertainment. Taking to his Instagram account, he posted a video of the launch of the record label. “What a successful launch we had! What an amazing night! Shoutout to to everyone that came to support the launch of Nova Sounds @nova.soundsza here’s to many years of great music 🥂,” reads the post of Thandiwe hitmaker. Click here to see the video:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0G2NQYISsm/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Media personality Moshe Ndiki, Vusi Nova and YouTuber and social media influencer Mihlali Ndamase attendeds the launch of Nova Sounds. Photo: Ins

 By: Simon Majadibodu Fake Gobela presenter Gogo Mathamba has died after a short illness. Photo: X  Moja Love has confirmed the passing of Sthebelele Gaju, who was popularly known as Gogo Mathambo. The presenter was hosting the popular show called Fake Gobela, every Sunday at 20:00, on Moja Love. According to the statement released by the channel on November 21, Gogo Mathambo died after a short illness. The official statement released by Moja Love confirming the passing of Gogo Mathambo. Photo: Facebook / Moja Love TV “Gogo Mathambo displayed a courageous spirit in exposing fake sangomas and gobelas and the injustices happening in that space,” reads the statement. “The channel sends its deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans.  His contribution will be hugely missed.” Before joining Moja Love, Gogo Mathambo was a weekly contributor on Emalahleni FM show Emthonjeni Wempilo, where he assisted listeners with interpreting their dreams and spiritual challenges. Moja Love’s Fake

By: Simon Majadibodu  A third year student at Mangusuthu University of Technology (MUT) has passed away after being struck by lightning. Photo: Pixaby Mangusuthu University of Technology (MUT) has confirmed the passing of a student, who was struck by lightning. Mpumezi Mndwetywa was asleep in his room at the external university residence in Glenwood, when he was struck by a bolt of lightning. According to the statement released by the university, the incident occurred on November 17. The official statement released by MUT confirming the passing of its student. Photo: Facebook / Mangusuthu University of Technology   The third year student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering succumbed to severe burns. “Sadly, Mr Mndwetywa was asleep in his room  when it was struck by a bolt of lightning,” Dr Thembi Kweyama, the Dean of Students said. “We pray that his soul rests in peace.” Mangusuthu University of Technology (MUT) has confirmed the passing of a third year student after being stru

By: Simon Majadibodu The Dilo Ka Moka hitmaker Mapula Monyepao has won an award for the best Women in Music, at the She Millionaire Africa Business Awards. Photo: Facebook / Mapula Monyepao Gospel singer Mapula Monyepao has won an award for the best Women in Music. The prestigious She Millionaire Africa Business Awards were held at Meropa Casino, Polokwane on November 18. She Millionaire Africa Business Awards is geared for female entrepreneurs who are determined to build successful businesses. The Dilo Ka Moka hitmaker took to her social media platforms to express her appreciation and support for scooping the award. An award and certificate of award posted by the gospel singer Mapula Monyepao on her social media pages. Photo: Facebook / Mapula Monyepao Both of her songs, Thobela Morena and Dilo Ka Moka , trended on TikTok in 2022, and were highly received by gospel music lovers. Taking to Facebook she captioned her post: “ You guys did it 😭😭🥳🥳🥳🥰🥰🥰Modimo rea leboga 🙏🏽.” Clic

 By: Simon Majadibodu  Makhadzi is trending on social media platforms following her performance at the SAMAs with social media sensation Skomota. Photo: Facebook / Makhadzi Makhadzi’s performance at the 29th South African Music Awards (SAMAs) has kept tongues wagging on social media platforms. This comes after she rocked the stage with a stellar performance with social media sensation Ngwana Sesi, popularly known as Skomota . Murahu hitmaker who is known for her energy on stage stole the show at the SAMAs, which was held at SunBet Arena, Pretoria on November 18. Makhadzi also scooped the award for the Best Traditional Album, for her album African Queen 2.0. Makhadzi won the award for the Best Traditional Album at the 29th South African Music Awards held in SunBet Arena, Pretoria. Photo: Facebook / South African Music Awards (SAMAs) The Limpopo-born songstress brought on stage with her social media sensation Skomota , to perform with her. Skomota who according to reports is 38 years ol

  By: Simon Majadibodu  Busisiwe Thwala who is popularly known as Cici scoops an award for the hit song Hamba Juba. Photo: Instagram / @ciciworldwide Cici, a singer, has won an award for the smash song Hamba Juba , which she was featured on. The singer took to Instagram to share with her fans that she has scooped a prestigious award at the 2023 Eminent Video Music Awards. The prestigious awards were held at Linder Auditorium, Parktown Johannesburg, on November 11. “Best Female Vocalist and Song of the year Hamba Juba. 🙏🙏🙏,” reads the post of Cici whose real name is Busisiwe Thwala. Click here to see her post:  https://www.instagram.com/p/CzigP4ytZTk/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Cici wins an award for the Best Female Vocalist and Song of the Year for the popular track Hamba Juba. Photo: Instagram / @ciciworldwide Hamba Juba  was topping the radio charts and trending on social media platforms after its release. The popular song by Lady Amar, which she featured Cici and other musicians has

By: Simon Majadibodu  Actress, comedianee and MC Lebohang Mpyana has been laid to rest at Mokgokong Cemetery in Mmotong, Limpopo. Photo: Facebook / Mahuma Group   Mzansi’s beloved  actress Lebohang Mpyana, aka Khelina has been laid to rest. The actress, comedianee, and master of ceremonies was laid to her final resting place at Mokgokong Cemetery in Mmotong, Limpopo on November 11. Lebohang died after a short illness on November 02, this was announced by the family spokesperson T Mpyana on her Facebook page. On November 08, friends, relatives, and her former colleagues paid tribute to the talented actress at the Library Gardens, Auditorium in Polokwane. Click here to watch the funeral service:  https://fb.watch/ogCyD2LzdY/?mibextid=Dpxkx3 The body of the late actress Lebohang Mpyana arrives at Mokgokong Cemetery in Mmotong. Photo: Facebook / Mahuma Group  Among those who attended the memorial service were Thobela FM programmes manager Florina Sebola, radio host Lenny T Legodi,  gospel

 By: Simon Majadibodu  Popular gospel singer Solly Moholo said that he is available for bookings for various events. Photo: Facebook / Solly Moholo Solly Moholo, a well-known gospel singer, has announced that he is now available for bookings for various gatherings .  The Ke Latlhile Botsotsi hitmaker announced on his Facebook page with a poster that he is available to perform at weddings, parties, funerals, babyshowers, stockvels, socials, concerts, tombstone unveilings, and festivals. “Solly Moholo available for bookings.For information contact the numbers on the poster,” reads the post. His announcement, however, has resulted in Facebook users roasting him for indicating he is eager to sing at various events, including babyshowers. Click here to see his post: https://www.facebook.com/100063941070160/posts/pfbid034AHcM3uigUSaJwrUhmnBKKCvn6Axkk3kjZSiZNFFpV1rtJAhbDLxTvcwgHzQxv2Zl/?mibextid=cr9u03 The poster shared by gospel singer Solly Moholo on his Facebook page as he announced that

  By: Simon Majadibodu  Traditiona healer and Big Brother Mzansi 2022 winner Mpho Wa Badimo has released her debut single titled Bonga. Photo: Internet  Big Brother Mzansi 2022 winner, Mpho Wa Badimo has topped the social media trending list with her debut single titled Bonga . The reality TV star released her first track on November 10 and has left social media users praising and applauding her for the song. Mpho Wa Badimo, who is a traditional healer announced in a video on her Instagram account, on October 23, that she’s working on a new single.  The post saw over 19 000 likes and more than 200 comments with her followers saying - “Can’t wait.” Click here to see the video:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyvNkRwtYCO/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Cover of the song Bonga by reality TV star and traditional healer Mpho Wa Badimo. Photo: Instagram / @Mpho_Wa_Badimo She pointed out that she has always loved music. “I’m so excited and at the same time nervous,” she said this because she didn’t

  By: Simon Majadibodu  Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela has landed himself a radio feature on radio 702. Photo: Instagram / @kgopolomphela Entertainment commentator and TV host Phil Mphela has scored himself a feature on radio 702. Mphela who has been in the entertainment industry over 20 years, posted on his X account (formerly known as Twitter) to announce that he is joining the show Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja , on radio 702. He announced that he will be on the airwaves every Friday at 13:35. “Join Relebogile and I as we chat about what I recommend you should watch out on your TV or preferred streaming device,” he captioned his post. Click here to see his post:  https://x.com/philmphela/status/1722653947825897764?s=46 Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela joins the show Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja on radio 702, with his segment of What To Watch. Photo: X / PhilMphela He also stated that he is going to provide recommendations for television shows, movies, and doc

  By: Simon Majadibodu Higher Education Minister Dr. Blade Nzimande has been bestowed an honorary professorship by Beijing Jiaotong University in China. Photo: Facebook / Dr Blade Nzimande Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation Dr. Blade Nzimande has been awarded  an honorary professorship. Nzimande was bestowed an honorary professorship in China by Beijing Jiaotong University in China, on November 05. The professorship is in recognition of his contributions to education and is a symbol of strengthening ties between the country and China. Minister of Higher Education, Science and Information conferred with an honorary professorship in China by the Beijing Jiaotong University. Photo: X / @DrBladeNzimande The Minister shared the good news of his honorary professorship on his social media pages. He captioned his posts: “ I am truly honoured to become a part of the Beijing Jiaotong University community. I pledge my very best efforts to support the University’s future progress

By: Simon Majadibodu Shauwn Mkhize has announced that her popular family reality show Kwa Mam’Mkhize is returning to television screens on December 14. Photo: Screenshot / @kwa_mammkhize Popular reality TV star and businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize will be gracing small television screens with her family reality show Kwa Mam’Mkhize . Kwa Mam’Mkhize returns for season two and is set to be streaming on Showmax, on December 14, with new episodes airing on Tuesdays. The first season of the family reality show was airing on Mzansi Magic’s Channel 161, which traced down the fancy life of the businesswoman, family, friends and her fabulous home. Fans are excited and eagerly waiting to see season two of the family reality show Kwa Mam’Mkhize which will air on Showmax on December 14. Photo: Screenshot / @kwa_mammkhize The first season won Best Reality Show at the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards, and led to Shauwn Mkhize’s nomination as Personality of the Year at the 2022 DStv Mzansi Viewer’

 By: Simon Majadidobu  Lebohang Mpyana who was known as Khelina on Diep City has died after a short illness. Photo: Facebook / Lettie Lebohang   South Africans are reeling after the passing of Lebohang Mpyana, who was popularly known as “Khelina” on Mzansi Magic’s drama series Diep City . The actress, comedianee, and master of ceremonies who was born in Ga-Mokgokong in Moletjie, Limpopo, died on November 02. T Mpyana the family spokesperson confirmed the passing of the star on her Facebook page. “It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our daughter Lebogang Mpyana.” “Lebo died after a short illness,” reads the statement. The family has asked the public to keep them in their thoughts and prayers in this time of bereavement. “Memorial service and funeral service details will follow,” T Mpyana added. Click her to see the statement:  https://www.facebook.com/100016732511190/posts/pfbid02gJa46RdYFcaysnzboLQDPCvHyZSoFWVoNkdZUCeGmJBYqHCWUVhPbkb8M5wsWYPTl/?mibextid=cr9u03 The 34-y