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On M-Net & M-Net HD [101], 22 December 2019 at 19:00 & again on M-Net Plus 1 [901] at 20:00 To read an enriched version of this email please click here. Claire Mawisa : “ It is understood that  when you get older, those who are younger will take care of you – that’s the natural order of things. But we meet four senior citizens who have rejected that script and have decided to make giving their way of life. To you and me, it’s just the festive season that is known as the season of giving – but these individuals have been living this way for decades. They have inspired me to reconsider how I view the world and to stop being so introspective. They give so much from the very little that they have. ” CELEBRATORY > FESTIVE Nombulelo Yende & Timothy Moloi We celebrate Christmas with the glorious music of adult contemporary virtuoso Timothy Moloi and young opera star Nombulelo Yende.  Her voice has earned her top honours at last ye...

Check out the Official First Trailer for TO ALL THE BOYS: P.S. I STILL LOVE YOU , releasing globally on Netflix February 12, 2020. Official Trailer available HERE . Synopsis   It’s a new year and Lara Jean (Lana Condor) and Peter (Noah Centineo) are no longer pretending to be a couple. They ARE a couple. And, as Lara Jean navigates a trove of official firsts with Peter — her first real kiss, her first real date, her first Valentine’s Day — she finds herself leaning more on Kitty and Margot (Anna Cathcart and Janel Parrish), Chris (Madeleine Arthur), and an unexpected new confidant, Stormy (Holland Taylor), to help her manage the complex emotions that come with this new chapter of balancing a relationship and figuring out her authentic self. But when John Ambrose (Jordan Fisher), another recipient of one of Lara Jean’s old love letters, enters her life again she must rely on herself more than ever as she’s confronted with her first real dilemma: Can a girl be ...

Survivor South Africa  is back on  M-Net in 2020! Enter NOW to outwit,  outplay and outlast the Survivor SA  competition in season eight   Press release & images supplied by M-Net  Tonight (Sunday, 8 December)  Survivor SA  fans finally received the news that they have been waiting for since nifty player Rob Bentele nabbed the title of Sole Survivor at the end of season 7’s live finale. M-Net confirmed that  Survivor South Africa  will return for an eighth season in 2020 and that entries have officially opened. Those who think they have the savvy and skills to outwit, outplay and outlast the competition on a desolate exotic island – and maybe even raise the bar of shrewdness set by the previous season’s players – have until Monday 20 January at midnight to enter.  To be eligible to put your name forward as the show’s potential next Sole Survivor, you have to be 18 years or older by 20 January 202...

Award-winning South African actor, producer and filmmaker,  Thapelo Mokena  has added brewer to his long list of credentials.  Images & press release by Orchard On 25 The actor and producer has partnered with one of South Africa’s leading black owned craft and lager breweries and relaunched Ukhamba Beerworx. The company was founded in 2014 by Lethu Tshabangu and his partner Noluyanda Roxwana, with the goal of providing a local brewery that brings a fresh and bespoke selection of craft beers and lagers for local and visiting beer lovers.  Ukhamba Beerworx & Taproom boasts a rich culture and flavoursome Shisanyama style restaurant based at 53 Claremont Road in Cape Town. The vibrant restaurant is designed to deliver a full cultural experience which includes locally crafted lagers, bespoke craft beers, a selection of ciders and some exclusive local wines, which will be accompanied by mouthwatering and authentic African cuisine. “Uk...

Boity, Nadia Nakai, KO,  Priddy Ugly and more shut it down at the Smirnoff's Zone  1818 music show at Walter Sisulu Press Release & Images by Orchard on 25 This past Saturday Smirnoff 1818 presented the most epic party that brought together a medley of local street cultures. The soiree was a mixture of Motswako, Gqom, Hip Hop and old school vinyl DJs scratching over timeless traces of kwaito baseline undertones. The Zone 1818 party is an Ode to Kasi in a big way, recognising and celebrating where the brand is most loved and enjoyed – ekasi.  The star-studded music extravaganza which took place at Walter Sisulu Square was jam-packed with youthful performances and plenty of Kasi culture. Multi-award winning rapper KO headlined the show along with other rap hotshots such as Nadia Nakai and Boity. Rapper Boity "Smirnoff Zone 1818 is all about bringing people together to celebrate inclusive, good times," said Diageo SA Head of White Spirits ...

Nasty C NASTY C  wins Musician Of The Year at the  2019 GQ Men Of The Year Awards Last night,  NASTY C  took home the prestigious award for Musician Of The Year at the  2019 GQ Men Of The Year Awards held at the  Houghton Hotel  in  Houghton Estate . The  GQ Men of the Year Awards  ceremony recognizes the men and women who shape our cultural landscape – celebrating the most intelligent, inspirational and talented people of the year. This year is also a special one for  GQ South Africa , as the December issue marks 20 years since their launch edition in December 1999.  Nasty C  also graces one of three GQ covers that drops today.  Nasty C  continues to prove that the sky is not the limit and hard work never goes unnoticed. Just last week  Nasty C  won two  AFRIMA Awards  for  Best Rapper / Lyricist and  Best Collaboration  with  Rolwlene  for “ SMA ". ...

Sjava wins AFRIMA award  The 34 year old Sjava born in Bergville bags his first AFRIMA award in Nigeria It's a party at Ambitiouz Entertainment as the label congratulates Jabulani “Sjava” Hadebe for having a prosperous 2019. This year has seen the muso accumulating more accolades and taking bigger steps in his career. The BET Award-winner added an AFRIMA award to his collection this past weekend as he took home the Best Male Artist in Southern Africa award. The 6 th edition of the awards ceremony took place in Lagos, Nigeria on Saturday, 23 November 2019. Considered to be amongst the toughest and biggest categories, Sjava was competing against great artists like AKA, Nasty C, Cassper Nyovest, Black Coffee, Winky D and Jah Prayzah. This being his first AFRIMA award, the Afro-pop artist is thrilled and is thankful for the support he received from his record label, Ambitiouz Entertainment and his supporters.  “I am grateful to AFRIMA awards for p...

Join  Miss SA 2019, Zozibini Tunzi  at O.R. Tambo International Airport as she jets off to Miss Universe   The gorgeous Miss South Africa, Zozibini Tunzi, jets off to the Miss Universe Pageant in Atlanta in the United States tomorrow, Tuesday, 26 November 2109 and we want you to come bid her farewell. Please join the rest of the country as we say farewell to her. This is an invitation open to all, so spread the word and help us send her off with the good wishes.  Zozi says that she too, would like to say goodbye to and thank those who have supported her #heforshe campaign that highlights gender-based violence and fosters gender equality. It’s going to be a very special send-off. DETAILS:   When: Tuesday, 26 November 2109 Where: OR Tambo Airport Terminal, Ground Floor, in between International and Domestic Arrivals Time: 14:30 pm until 16:00 Bring: Good cheer as we say goodbye to our Zozi See you there!

50 & Fabulous Hyde Park Corner is going  big in style with Black Friday savings on 29 November – with shops, salons, and services joining in the excitement of the day with specials to suit everyone. The centre is celebrating five decades on the planet with massive discounts on iconic brands, its own special stylish ambience, free parking and shopping from 9am to 6pm to give customers the chance to take advantage of the day’s great offers. While saving on your Black Friday deals, there’s also the final chance for one lucky shopper to win a R50 000 Hyde Park Corner gift voucher. The competition has been running throughout November with weekly winners – and the final draw is set to take place on Monday, 2 December. All it takes is to spend a minimum of R500 at any Hyde Park Corner store during the week before the draw for a chance to win the fifth and final R50 000. The fantastic specials and discounts at Hyde Park Corner include: Ronnie @ Hyde Park lugg...

Durban's popular social club is invading  Gauteng Summer Cup for the first time  with a bang! If you have been to Eyadini in Durban you know how they throw a party, and this time around they are bringing the heat to Joburg’s biggest horse race at the grand and historic Turffontein racecourse on Saturday 30 November 2019. The Gauteng Summer Cup is one of the province’s most prestigious annual sporting events, combining the finest in horse racing with an awesome day out. While the focus is on the thrilling horse races, the event is packed with entertainment for the whole family. There’s something for everyone at the People’s Race. Enjoy the day in your pick of a wide variety of stylish hospitality areas, from where you can enjoy electrifying racing, good food, drinks, roving fashion shows and exceptional live music. Eyadini Lounge has released a line up that makes one not want to look any further but prepare their dancing shoes to jam on the sounds of Dj Zinhl...

Mumm, together with Lerato Sengadi made the announcement at the upmarket venue in Sandton, where guests toasted to the exhilarating revelation.     G.H. Mumm hosted the second instalment of the Mumm brunch series at Saint Restaurant, and as anticipated, the social function turned into one of great gaieties.  The acclaimed champagne house announced that it will lead the perfect summer takeover – by hosting an exceptional New Year’s Day celebration - the First Toast. The exclusive guestlist, which was by invite only, comprised of a selected number of personalities who suavely ran with the theme. Among those who attended the occasion was JR, Ms Mome, Mihlali Ndamase, Dumi Gwebu, Thickleeyonce, Loot Love, Thami Dish and Celetse Ntuli. Take a look at the images of what went down and the guests who were at the brunch.