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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.

Entertainment Music
Nkosazana Peshwa|Published

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.

Entertainment Music
Lutho Pasiya|Published

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.

Entertainment
Nkosazana Peshwa|Published

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.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

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.

Entertainment Music
Lutho Pasiya|Published

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.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Watch VideoSizwe 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.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

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.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Fashion
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

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.

Entertainment Whats On
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

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.

Entertainment Whats On Joburg
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

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.

Business Advice
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

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

Entertainment Music Local
Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published

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.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Watch Video‘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.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

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.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

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.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Lutho Pasiya|Published

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.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

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.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

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.

Entertainment Whats On
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

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.

Entertainment Music Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

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.

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

Watch VideoRiky 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.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

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.

Entertainment Whats On
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Cotton Fest returns to Joburg for its 5th edition in April

The annual lifestyle event celebrates the convergence of individuality.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

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.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published