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Riky Rick's 'Boss Zonke Forever' reigns supreme on SA music charts
Riky Rick's posthumous album 'Boss Zonke Forever' has taken the South African music charts by storm, amassing nearly 2 million Spotify plays in its first week.
Riky Rick's 'Boss Zonke Forever': a bittersweet symphony of legacy and love
As the music industry commemorates Riky Rick's legacy, discover the bittersweet journey captured in his new album, ‘Boss Zonke Forever’, reflecting his life, struggles, and passion for South African culture.
Shape SA Fashion Cotton Fest 2025 Designer Search
Join South Africa's most prestigious fashion collaboration as Cotton Fest 2025 opens its doors to emerging designers.
Maglera Doe Boy shines at MaXhosa Kulture Festival after Paris fashion show success
After dazzling crowds in Paris, rapper Maglera Doe Boy captivated audiences on home soil at the third annual MaXhosa Kulture Festival, seamlessly blending fashion and music in a spectacular showcase.
Meet Judas Stone: the voice of a new generation in South African hip hop
Emerging South African hip hop star Judas Stone gears up for the release of his explosive new single and music video.
Riky Rick's legacy continues with a new album 'Boss Zonke Forever'
Three years after the passing of rapper Riky Rick, his family honours his legacy with the upcoming album 'Boss Zonke Forever', set to release on April 4.
Sizwe Dhlomo gets candid on L-Tido’s podcast, talks feuds with Unathi Nkayi and Vusi Thembekwayo
During the lengthy and wide-ranging interview, Dhlomo touched on some of the feuds he has been implicated in, from Riky Rick, AKA, Unathi Nkayi through to Vusi Thembekwayo.
AKA's legacy lives on: Friends and family grab exclusive SneAKA 2. 0 tribute sneakers
South African rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes’s SneAKA 2. 0 collection sparks global demand and a documentary announcement.
Maftown Heights 2024: Iconic festival announces November date and ‘NuTswako’ talent
Maglera Doe Boy will hold the baton as this year’s festival curator alongside the iconic Khuli Chana.
Cotton Fest 2025 takes it to the next level with the Faculty of Science
Cotton Fest is the brainchild of late rapper Riky Rick, it has expanded to other cities such as Cape Town and Durban, but Joburg is where it all started.
Drawing up a will can give your loved ones a lasting legacy
Drafting a will allow you to offer security to your loved ones as well as protect their financial future.
Okmalumkoolkat to pay special tribute to Riky Rick at DSTV Delicious Festival
Okmalumkoolkat is set to honour the late Riky Rick with a special performance at DSTV Delicious Festival
Tshego opens up about how Riky Rick saved him from drugs
Tshegofatso Ketshabile, aka Tshego, opened up about how Riky Rick saved him from substance abuse.
‘Maftown Heights Untold Stories’ to end on an emotional high
Viewers are in for an emotionally-charged and insightful journey back to where it all began: Mahikeng.
Khuli Chana’s new doccie ‘Maftown Heights Untold Stories’ delves into the history of SA’s hip hop scene
The documentary, which has been in the works for 14 years, will finally be airing.
Stogie T reflects on the state of Mzansi in his new EP, ‘Shallow’
Boitumelo ‘Stogie T’ Molekane’s rap battles, tours across continents and global status are not ones to be taken lightly.
Black Coffee and Kabza De Small team up for epic back-to-back Konka performance
The road leading to Konka’s finale is very long but up till the Day Club is hosting Mzansi’s finest.
Afrikaans drill rapper Ziggy makes his Cotton Fest Joburg debut
When Ziggy first rapped over a drill beat it was just for vibes while hanging out with his friends. Who knew it was going to blow up into a full-on career but it did.
Major League DJz return to Cotton Fest for the first time since the death of their cousin Riky Rick
The rain did not stop Cotton Fest attendees from having a good time.
The Big Hash's 'Heartbreak Hotel' album soars to success after overcoming setbacks
In less than three weeks, on three platforms, The Big Hash’s new project ‘The Heartbreak Hotel’ has amassed 1. 5 million streams.
Cotton Fest unveils phase 1 of the line-up featuring a star-studded list
This year’s edition goes above and beyond the typical festival experience, following the theme #VoteCottonFest after the announcement of the phase 1 music line-up and an open mic.
Riky Rick’s family releases his posthumous amapiano single, ‘Ilanga’
The amapiano song features vocal contributions from Young Stunna and Baby S. O. N, and is produced by Tyler ICU, Mas Musiq, Kelvin Momo and Zadōk.
Cotton Fest Joburg's 2024 theme is about creating awareness of youth participating in elections
Cotton Festival is a testament to Bianca Naidoo’s commitment to continue the legacy created by the late Riky Rick.
Cotton Fest returns to Joburg for its 5th edition in April
The annual lifestyle event celebrates the convergence of individuality.
From Thapelo Mokoena, AKA to Riky Rick - fans share their nicest celebrity encounters
Meeting a celebrity for the first time can be quite an interesting and memorable experience.