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MTV Shuga Down South set to return in February 2019

November 23, 2018November 22, 2018 by Eddy

A partnership between Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), MTV Staying Alive Foundation, Unitaid and the London School of Hygiene and tropical medicine has brought back season 2 of the much loved MTV Shuga Down South.

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sapositivenews.com has revealed that the cast of the new season sees the return of some of season 1 cast members such as Thuso Mbedu and Jemima Osunde of MTV Shuga Naija.

The first season aired in 2017 and season 2 is coming on February 12, 2019. “The movement was created out of a passionate and purpose driven vision”, said VIMN Africa’s Communications Director Fatima Beckham. “The 3 year partnership has been created to introduce and evaluate story-lines on HIV innovation including HIV self testing and preventative drugs into the award winning MTV drama series Shuga”, she added.

Alex Okosi, VIMN Africa Managing Director says MTV Shuga has been an incredible powerful movement. “What’s really powerful about Shuga is that it’s not just a drama series but was crafted to be something that would resonate with our young viewers who watch our channels. It has an amazing storyline and relatable characters dealing with tough issues that young people face but deals with it in a very authentic way”.

Ayanda Thabethe confirms her split from Dash

November 22, 2018November 21, 2018 by Eddy

Media personality Ayanda Thabethe has confirmed that she and Zulu Mkhathini (formerly known as Dash) have ended their relationship. This comes after weeks of speculations.

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Last week at the Feather Awards, Somizi Mhlongo hinted about their break-up and tried to get Dash to collect the award in her absence. On Monday in an impromptu Q&A Ayanda hosted on her Insta Stories on Monday, she confirmed their split.

“I’m single again. I’ll always think the world of him,” she said after a fan asked about the status of her relationship.

She went on to say: “I’m not looking. I believe life will bring at the right time. I’m not in a rush either. I love a guy that is secure in himself and his self worth, honest, humble and kind. One who is hard working, ambitious, family orientated, adventurous and God fearing.”

Wandile Mbambeni Releases ‘Kwakumnandi’ music video

November 22, 2018November 21, 2018 by Eddy

Wandile Mbambeni releases his music video for ‘Kwakumnandi’ which is his first official single from his debut album with the same title. ALSO READ: Lection Releases ”Ale Duma E” Music Video Featuring HHP And Fifi Cooper The music video which has a look and feel of the ‘good old days’ gives of a nostalgic feeling that …

Sho Madjozi hosts Pendoring Awards 2018 in Tsonga

November 22, 2018November 20, 2018 by Eddy

Popular for her amazing poetry and eclectic dress sense Sho Madjozi has been a breath of fresh air for the local music scene. This Tsonga poet and songstress has broken language barriers for her pride and preference to uphold her mother-tongue and home language XiTsonga. ALSO READ: All The Winners At The 2018 Royalty Soapie Awards …

SA’s most opinionated puppet Chester Missing secures Sunday news show

November 20, 2018 by Eddy

Chester Missing – South Africa’s most vocal and politically-opinionated puppet – is joining eNCA with a brand new show, Almost News with Chester Missing, which will air weekly at 19h30 from this coming Sunday, 25 November.

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The show will take an irreverent look at the current affairs landscape and put high-profile politicians through their paces in interviews only the country’s most famous puppet can get away with. Chester Missing is, of course, delighted: “I have my own TV show. I’m a puppet. Have any of you realised how crazy this is? Someone tell Hlaudi. He broke ground for puppets everywhere.”

Chester’s creator, Conrad Koch, is equally thrilled: “Chester and I are hugely excited to be creating this show with South Africa’s best news source, eNCA, and the amazing award-winning team at Diprente. South Africa has huge room for incisive, hilarious satire as we move towards elections next year. We want to make Almost News with Chester Missing both well researched and really, really funny.”

eNCA’s Editor-In-Chief, Mapi Mhlangu, adds: “Over many years, Chester has become an integral part of the political firmament and has asked questions of our leaders no one else would dare to. And with one or two exceptions, politicians and business leaders love the interchange and are happy to participate. Chester also provides a release valve for South Africans who need to laugh at each other and themselves.”

Cassper Nyovest accused of copying AKA with Maskandi wedding song

November 20, 2018 by Hlulani

South African hip-hop artist Cassper Nyovest (real name Refiloe Maele Phoolo) has been accused of being an “AKA copycat” with maskandi song.

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Fans accused him of copying his rival AKA after he released his latest Kwaito single titled “Sponono Sa Mme” featuring legendary Shwi No Mthekalawith some maskandi in it.

The rapper also released a song with Nigerian superstar D’Banj called Something for Something.

Cassper's fans used to mock AKA for doing Wedding songs Look who's following his path now 😂😂

— N J A B U L O (@Njabulo_rx) November 18, 2018

“Cassper’s fans used to mock AKA for doing Wedding songs Look who’s following his path now (sic),” – one Twitter user tweeted.

Another fan also implied that Mr Nyovest is always copying other musicians. “Cassper seems to not know where he wants to go. He followed Kwesta kwi kwaito and he sucks at it. He is now making weddings songs and he sucks at it. AKA is doing well with wedding songs. Whats next for Cassper? (sic),” – another tweep wrote.

Imagine not doing a wedding song just bcs aka did a wedding song which the beat was from casspers song Malome
You aka fans are a joke honestly. pic.twitter.com/yFMqG5IAXy

— 🇿🇦MUDLI WAKOTINI❁ (@siphosami_sa) November 18, 2018

Cassper Nyovest didn’t respond to the hate but did take to Twitter to say that the vibey song was made for the wedding season.

Ayanda MVP shines with new TV presenting role on 1s and 2s

November 19, 2018 by Eddy

947’s 5-hour radio DJ and Hip Hop Club DJ, Ayanda MVP, has received rave reviews for her new TV presenting role on SABC 1’s 1s and 2s TV show.

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Over the past few weeks, viewers have seen Ayanda MVP shine as she has grown into her new role which has seen her broadening her skills as an all-round entertainer. Last night’s episode was just another example of how Ayanda MVP is owning her role as a TV presenter and holds the show together.

“It’s been an exciting journey joining the 1s and 2s family. Over the past few weeks I’ve become more comfortable in front of the camera again and it’s extremely humbling to receive positive feedback from both viewers and my industry peers,” shares Ayanda MVP.

Yanga Sobetwa wins Idols SA season 14

July 14, 2019November 18, 2018 by Eddy

Yanga Sobetwa was crowned the winner of Idols SA season 14 on Sunday night. The grand finale of this season was held at Carnival City on 18 November 2018. ALSO READ: Idols SA Top 2 Yanga Sobetwa And Thato Makape To Battle It Out In Grand Finale Yanga joins previous winners Paxton Fieles, Noma Khumalo Karabo Mogane, …

Distruction Boyz’ Que gets a face tattoo

November 18, 2018 by Zita Nzimande

Distruction Boyz’ Que, whose real name is Quinton Mgobhozi, has decided to get a new tattoo on his face. The star took to Instagram to share a video of himself showing off his new tattoo that has letters written on both his cheeks. ALSO READ: SA Comedian Nina Hastie Has Love For Tattoos Que is not the only …