Awards

Pearl Modiadie and Thomas Msengana set to host SAFTAs 2019

Thomas Msengana and Pearl Modiadie to host the SAFTAS 2019

Radio personalities Pearl Modiadie and Thomas Msengana have been revealed as this year’s SAFTAs hosts. This is the first time the Metro FM lunch time DJs will be joining the South African Film and Television Awards as the main hosts. ALSO READ: Actor, Producer And TV Host, Thomas Gumede Is Not Happy With The SAFTAs … Read more

Nomzamo Mbatha honored at International Women of Power Awards

Nomzamo Mbatha International Women of Power Awards

Local actress and television personality Nomzamo Mbatha, was named as the winner of the “Beauty Award” category at the International Woman of Power Awards.

ALSO READ: Actress Nomzamo Mbatha Named UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador

According to several reports, Nomzamo Mbatha will be honored as the Goddess Beauty Award at the International Women of Power Awards in Los Angeles next month.

The Isibaya actress will share the stage with Sierra Leone’s first lady, Fatima Maada-Bio. is the current First Lady of Sierra Leone as the wife of Julius Maada Bio, 5th President of Sierra Leone. She is also an award-winning actress, screenwriter and film producer in United Kingdom based African movies.

“It’s always a positive validation to be celebrated for your contribution to the entertainment industry. I see it as a moment to implore others to do their part in making the world a better place; I’m so humbled,” Nomzamo said.

The awards are aimed at celebrating women of the African diaspora who continue to spread positivity in people’s lives.

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Black is the new Gold at the Oscars 2019

Black Panther Oscars 2019

Black is the new Gold if the Oscars are anything to go by. There were big wins for Black Panther securing three Oscars and BlacKkKlansman which won best adapted screen play. While the Marvel mega-hit showcased Africa’s greatest superhero from Wakanda, the film from the prodigious black director, Spike Lee, is based on the true … Read more

Simizi Mhlongo says Billy Porter stole his look

Somizi Mhlongo vs Billy Porter

Local choreographer and television personality, Somizi Mhlongo, says American stage performer, pop singer, and actor, Billy Porter, stole his look. ALSO READ: Somizi And Mohale’s Wedding Set To Happen In April He says he inspired the dramatic Oscar 2019 look that was worn by American actor. On the red carpet, Billy Porter wore a tailored … Read more

WATCH: Trevor Noah’s Oscars Wakanda Joke everyone is talking about

Trevor Noah wakanda joke

South African comedian, political commentator, and television host, Trevor Noah, took to the Oscar’s stage to present Black Panther as one of the Best Picture nominees at this year’s award ceremony and mocked those who thought Wakanda may be a real place. ALSO READ: Comedian Trevor Noah Reportedly Buys Bel-Air Bachelor Mansion Worth R279 Million … Read more

Actor, producer and TV host, Thomas Gumede is not happy with the SAFTAs

Thomas Gumede SAFTas

Local actor, producer and TV host, Thomas Gumede, took to social media to express his disappointment in the SAFTAs. Last year, the new Mzansi Magic’s drama series Abomama became an instant hit and trended every Sunday night but failed to impress the SAFTAs’ judging panel. ALSO READ: Joyce Skefu, Nokuthula Ledwaba And Khanyi Mbau Star … Read more

Ster-Kinekor sponsors SAFTAs Youth Achiever Award

Ster-Kinekor sponsors SAFTAs Youth Achiever Award

Ster-Kinekor has announced that it is sponsoring the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTA)’s Youth Achiever Award for the third year running. This was revealed at an event held on Friday, 8 February 2019 at Ster-Kinekor’s The Zone in Rosebank, along with the official nominations for this years’ SAFTAs. ALSO READ: SAFTAs Nominations Announced … Read more