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Uncle Waffles won't back down: DJ claps back at PCee's Amapiano exploitation claims

After being implicated in PCee's claims of exploitation in the Amapiano industry, DJ Uncle Waffles sets the record straight, addressing the backlash and clarifying her position.

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Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Are Tyla and Uncle Waffles teaming up after the viral 'Zenzele' dance?

Following her groundbreaking Coachella performance, Grammy winner Tyla has ignited a social media frenzy with her dynamic dance to Uncle Waffles' amapiano hit 'Zenzele'.

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Nkosazana Peshwa|Published

Spinning the decks: how female DJs are remixing a male-dominated scene

Explore the transformative journey of female DJs in the music industry, highlighting Naomi Campbell's recent entry and the broader movement towards inclusivity.

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Lutho Pasiya|Published

Tyla shines on the cover of ‘British Vogue’, marking her rise to global stardom

South African sensation Tyla shines on the cover of British Vogue, marking a historic moment as she rises to international fame.

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Lutho Pasiya|Published

Uncle Waffles' Kenya performance cancelled amid chaos and safety concerns

Uncle Waffles expressed her disappointment after her highly anticipated performance in Kenya was cancelled due to poor event management and safety concerns.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

WATCH: Prince William enjoys Uncle Waffle’s amapiano set at The Earthshot Prize

One of the highlights at The Earthshot Prize in Cape Town was Prince William jamming to amapiano during Uncle Waffles’ performance.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Oph Sage clears up misconceptions on Uncle Waffles and 'Wadibusa' success

‘Uncle Waffles and I are good. She did not do anything wrong to me, please stop making it about her,’ says Oph Sage.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: MacG slams Uncle Waffles for failing to credit Ohp Sage in her hit single, ‘Wadibusa’

MacG argued that Uncle Waffles could have shared her platform with Ohp Sage in order to boast his career.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Nomzamo Mbatha and Bonang Matheba to take centre stage at The Earthshot Prize

The local talents are among the world’s most influential artists, athletes, musicians, participating in The Earthshot Prize in Cape Town.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

WATCH: DBN Gogo unveils bold new head tattoo

DBN Gogo goes bald and gets a head new tattoo inspired by Shy Shen.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Tyla's debut album predicted for Grammy nomination: Amapiano star's global rise explained

Rolling Stone has released its prediction list for Album of the Year at the 2025 Grammy Awards, and Tyla’s self-titled album, “Tyla” has made the cut.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Spotlight | Rising star Lusanda Ngcobo on her debut single, her music journey and working with Uncle Waffles and Mörda

“I’d love for anyone listening to my music to feel at peace with whatever they have, whoever they’re with and wherever they are in life,” says Lusanda Ngcobo.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Updated

New unfiltered amapiano podcast causes a stir, but is it here to stay?

A clip from the episode was shared on X and it sparked quite the conversation. TikTok content creator and influencer, fondly known as Thakgi did not hold back as he is known for his viral takes on all things culture.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Uncle Waffles’ historic streak continues as she becomes first black woman to headline Brooklyn Mirage

With these back to back milestones, Uncle Waffles continues to blaze a trail for South Africa's amapiano genre on the global stage and her ability to break new ground

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Uncle Waffles, Elaine, Nomfundo Moh and Nanette are being celebrated by streaming giant this Women’s Month

Four South African change-makers and music disruptor’s have been honoured by Apple Music this Women’s Month.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Burna Boy and DJ Waffles among African creators celebrated in TikTok’s inaugural Visionary Voices Africa List

TikTok announced its 2024 inaugural Visionary Voices Africa List and most of them are South African.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Uncle Waffles is booked for days as she continues Europe and North America tour

Uncle Waffles is one of the top amapiano DJs right now as she keeps on bagging international gigs.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Uncle Waffles becomes first amapiano DJ to headline Wireless Festival in London

Uncle Waffles became the first amapiano DJ to headline the Wireless Festival, which is held yearly in London.

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Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Meet the hair designer behind Uncle Waffles’ iconic beard look

Patrick Missile, a celebrity wig designer, is the mastermind behind Uncle Waffles’ beard look

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Uncle Waffles announces Toronto show with a photo shoot paying homage to Drake

Uncle Waffles has announced that she will be performing in Toronto, Canada, on August 1 and Drake, a big fan of the 24 year old will be attending the performance.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

African stars show off style at Paris Fashion Week Menswear Spring/Summer 2025 collections

Uncle Waffles, Tems, Wizkid and Stone Bwoy are some of the African stars who attended Paris Fashion Week this season.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Pharrell Williams drops the highly anticipated LV Spring-Summer 2025 Men’s Collection

The fashion show, which took place on the rooftop of La Maison de l’UNESCO, saw South Africa’s top model Lebo Malope walk the runway.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Uncle Waffles gets a special invitation to attend Paris Fashion Week

Uncle Waffles was invited by Louis Vuitton to attend their Spring/Summer 2025 men’s show at Paris Fashion Week.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

LOOK: Uncle Waffles hangs out with Pharrell Williams in Paris

On Monday, a video and a picture of Uncle Waffles in the company of Louis Vuitton Men's Creative Director, Pharell Williams, got everyone talking.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Uncle Waffles has released new music

The much celebrated and energetic DJ released the track which features Royal MusiQ, Ohp Sage, PCEE, and Djy Biza.

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Cebolethu Shinga|Published