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Have you voted for your People's Choice Sports Star of the year?  If you have not voted for People's Choice Sports Star, this is your chance. VOTE now and you can win exciting prizes. Some of the prizes includes a VIP weekend away to 13th annual SA Sports Awards in Bloemfontein and smartphone plus a DSTV decoder. To vote for the People’s Choice Sports Star of the Year, Members of the public can SMS the keyword SPORTS followed by the letter indicating their selection to 33616 e.g. SPORTS A  – if you would like to vote for  Caster Semenya. SPORTS B  – if you would like to vote for  Chad Le Clos. SPORTS C  – if you would like to vote for  Luvo Manyonga. SPORTS D  – if you would like to vote for  Percy Tau. SPORTS E  – if you would like to vote for  Zolani Tete. Follow SA Sports Awards on Twitter  https://twitter.com/sasportawards   #IzinjaZeGame Also, you can follow the nominees on Twit...

The live broadcast of  Global Citizen Festival  will be transmitted in over 180 countries across six continents. Global Citizen Festival to partner with DStv, SABC, MTV International for global live broadcast of Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100; hosted and presented by the Motsepe Foundation. Early this year the internet shut down with the announcement that  Beyoncé & JAY-Z, Cassper Nyovest, D'banj, Ed Sheeran, Eddie Vedder, Femi Kuti, Kasey Musgraves, Pharrell Williams & Chris Martin, Sho Madjozi, Tiwa Savage, Usher,   and  Wizkid  will headline the first  Global Citizen Festival  to be held in Johannesburg, South Africa.  The much anticipated  Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100  will be hosted by   Trevor Noah  with co-hosts  Naomi Campbell ,  Dave Chappelle,   Sir Bob Geldof ,  Gayle King ,  Bonang Matheba ,  Nomzamo Mbatha, Tyler Perry , and  Forest...

Tammy Taylor Mrs SA Finalists The new Tammy Taylor Mrs South Africa will become an ambassador for SABC 3, represent South Africa at Mrs World and win prizes to the value of over a million rand including a Suzuki Vitara. The much anticipated Tammy Taylor Mrs South Africa is making its way to our television screens on the 11th of November on SABC3. The most glamourours pageant is set to take place on Friday the 9th at Emperors Palace, City Of Ekurhuleni.  Award winning SABC 3s Morning Expresso, Katlego Maboe is billed to MC the event, while on the decks DJ Zinhle will keep the guests entertained for the night. Local designers LISOF, BeachCult, Tsotsetsi KL, Ryan Keys, JJ Schoeman and Francois Vedemme will make sure the top 25 look their best while competing for the Tammy Taylor Mrs South Africa 2018/19 crown.  The judges are tasked to choose a woman who showcases the virtues of South Africa, the spirit of Ubuntu, the modern woman who is relatable and lives life in ful...

Back:   Mandla Mlangeni, Gabrielle Goliath, Kitty Phetla Front:  Megan-Geoffrey Prins, Amy Jephta   Since its inception almost four decades ago, one national award has come to be regarded as the ultimate accolade for young South African arts innovators on the cusp of greatness. And, as Standard Bank celebrates 35 years of sponsoring the Standard Bank Young Artist Awards in 2019, the latest list of winners proves that the creative fire that fuelled their predecessors in the 1980s burns just as fiercely in the current generation of South African arts pioneers.   The National Arts Festival announced the recipients of the 2019 Standard Bank Young Artist (SBYA) Awards   as  Mandla Mlangeni (Jazz), Kitty Phetla (Dance), Megan-Geoffrey Prins (Music), Amy Jephta (Theatre)  and  Gabrielle Goliath (Visual Art) .   Each of these exceptional young artists will receive a cash incentive, as well as a commission to premiere a new work or exhibit o...

For over 20 years Thandiswa Mazwai has been one of the most influential South African Musicians of this generation, and on the 24th of November she will present a powerful live show entitled A Letter To Azania at Johannesburg’s Lyric Theatre.  In this show Thandiswa is set to use her music to weave the threads that illustrate her early politicization and her visions of a place called Azania. With A Letter To Azania she engages the idea that freedom is a restless place and that we have not reached Azania. On the 24th of November at Gold Reef City’s famed The Lyric Theatre “I will reveal intimate details of my childhood and my search for Azania and what it has come to mean” says Thandiswa who is both “Nervous and excited because I have never done a show so personal.” She believes her fans “Know that I get very spiritual in my work, but in this show there will be an intimacy that I have never explored before.” In this audio visual experience curated by KingThaLive in ...

# GLAMOURxFRIKA HAIR MASTERCLASS Are you into hair, a hairstylist, salon owner or all things GLAMOURours? Then, this is for you!  GLAMOUR HAIR & FRIKA are bringing you the latest tips, insights and info on what’s on-trend in the world of hairstyling, at the GLAMOUR Hair Masterclass this Friday! Everyone who will be at the event will leave inspired to rock chic hairdos after watching the hair show, and seen all the hairstyles that Frika is known for, like those including dramatic braids.  Frika’s stylists will show guests how to create statement-making hairdos that you can recreate yourself. To top it all off, you’ll walk away with a luxurious goodie bag! Exciting news are, if you are unable to purchase yourself a ticket, you can simply win one for being a loyal follower.  WANT TO WIN DOUBLE TICKETS TO THE #GLAMOURxFRIKA HAIR MASTERCLASS?   Here's how to win:  Tweet @YayaRSA and tell us where is GLAMOUR and Frika hosting the Hair Masterclass...

Master of Celebrations Minnie Dlamini-Jones and France’s number 1 champagne G.H. Mumm celebrated their next victory as t hey revealed the gravity-defying Champagne – Mumm Grand Cordon Stellar for the very first time on African soil. A special media brunch was held at Mesh Club on 24 October where media had the chance to interact with bottle number 2 of 30 ever made. As the official Master of Celebrations, Minnie Dlamini-Jones has never been one to miss a defying moment and is at the forefront of Mumm’s pioneering feats. In September, Minnie had the chance to reunite with Mumm’s Chief Entertainment Officer Usain Bolt as they both on-boarded a zero-gravity flight to experience Mumm’s new champagne and celebrate their next victories at Maison Mumm in Reims. “To have experienced a zero-gravity flight, all the while sipping on Mumm alongside the fastest man in the world Usain Bolt, was nothing short of exhilarating. It’s so great to reveal the Grand Cordon Stellar to a So...

Singer/songwriter  Lucille Slade , popular for her covers of popular hit records, including  Cassper Nyovest ’s  Tito Mboweni  has released her brand new single  What You Think About That . The independent artist has over 140k YouTube views and thousands of plays on major streaming services, including S oundcloud . The sultry singer recently collaborated with local rap veteran  Stogie T  and is also featured on  Blaklez  hit-record  Live For Me , sampled from  DJ Terrance ’s classic,  Die For Me . What You Think About That , is a moody, bass driven beat that lends the popular groove theory lyrical hook. The song is about a confident woman asking her potential suitor if he is ready for the wild ride that would come with them making things official. What You Think About That , is available on all major digital stores, including  Apple Music  and  Spotify . Follow Lucille Slade on social media: Face...

  RECESSION-PROOF FASHION FROM GERT-JOHAN COETZEE It's common sense that when money is tight, people tighten their belts and cut down on luxuries. And with more petrol price increases looming and a technical recession making everyone nervous, it is a hard time to be selling luxury goods… or is it? For designer Gert-Johan Coetzee, taking the economy in his stride – even poking gentle fun at money worries –  is a business challenge that he is relishing. In his new Autumn Winter 2019 Collection that is showcasing at SA Fashion Week, the focus is on more affordable ready to wear, but also a brand-new line of menswear, including underwear and swimwear. “There might be economic reasons to be gloomy, but there is no time like a downturn to really sharpen your focus and identify the things that are most important in your business...and the reality is that people still want to feel good, and look good, even when their budget shrinks,” said Coetzee. “With this collection we hav...

Trevor Stuurman photographed with Editor in Chief of GQ, Yati Khumalo Contemporary multimedia visual artist Trevor Stuurman is over the moon with his GQ Style cover. The most celebrated photographer was revealed as a cover star for the spring summer, volume 14 of GQ South Africa, the gentlemen quarterly at Nirox Sculpture Park.  Stuurman and QG hosted an intimate Sunday lunch where they invited members of the media and close friends and family of Trevor. The likes of award winning actress and leading lady Terry Pheto, media personality Luthando "LootLove" Shosha, musician Langa Mavuso, Multidisciplinary artist  Mante Ribane, stylish Yasmin Furmie and many other influential people were in attendance.  Terry Pheto, who is a very close friend of Trevor, spoke so fondly of her dear friend  as she has been there since the beginning of the rise of Trevor Stuurman. Speaking of how Trevor's journey been, Pheto said "I remember when my relationship sta...

While champagne lovers celebrated #ChampagneDay on Friday the 19th, Arbour celebrated the day in style. They hosted their bubbly nights affair, with the venue so intimate and allowing for a great night out on a Friday, the bubbly was flowing.  Before guests indulged on a starter of the choice where they had to choose from Baked prie with pecan nuts and cranberry chillie, Baby salmon fishcakes with crushed avocado or Butternut, sage and orange soup.  We had a taste of what it's like to drink a bubbly from Italy, Nua Prosecco Italy. Louis Bouillot Brut, France xio followed as starters were served.  Our taste buts were so joyful when the blissful berry was served as a plate cleanser. We then sip on San Leo Prosecco while digging in on our delicious mains where we had a choice of chicken fillets with a light creamy white wine, sun dried tomato, spinach & feta sauce which was served with a side of your choice. Or you could choose to indulge on ribeye steak with...

Minister of Sport and Recreation, Ms Thoko Xasa. has announced the names for the 13th SA Sports Awards nominees have been announced. The most anticipated nominees list includes  Samuel Sepeng, Kagiso Rabada, Charl du Toit and Caster Semenya.  In the Sportsman of the Year category is the the four-time Olympic medallist Chad Le Clos, and long jump star Luvo Manyonga. Nominated in the Sportswomen of the Year category is the reigning 800m Olympic and world champion, Caster Semenya, who received the most nominations. The Team of the Year category features the Sevens Rugby team as well as the 2018 Cosafa Women’s champions Banyana Banyana. Athletics coach Samuel Sepeng is also up for an award in the Coach of the Year category. The awards are scheduled to take place in November. The awards carry a total of 19 categories which recognise performances from the individuals, teams and administrators of SA’s sporting fraternity for the period from 1 September 2017 to 31 August ...

Pearl Thusi SAWUBONA cover.  ACTRESS Pearl Thusi Takes Lead On A Global Stage! Catching Feelings on  Netflix , A lead role on  ABC s Quantico and  Scorpion King: Book of Souls to being the only celebrity to ever grace the cover of  Sawubona Magazine   after the late president Nelson Mandela. We were introduced to Pearl Thusi as a model, who was also a beauty queen at a time having placed 2nd princess at Miss SA Teen, a pageant that was very popular back then. She went on to become a television presenter and actress.  Pearl became one of SA's number one media personalities when she appeared on shows like Live Amp and Real Goboza. Many South Africans did not know that Pearl was also an actress who had appeared on SABCs Zone 14, Soul City and Jacobs Cross amongs many others.  First forward to new age, now actress Pearl Thusi who's profile might take paragraphs to update, is on a global stage taking lead. After Pearl was announced...