Beyoncé, JAY-Z, Ed Sheeran, Tiwa Savage, Cassper Nyovest to Headline Global Citizen Festival Mandela 100 in South Africa

Beyoncé and JAY-Z Global Citizen Festival

Global Citizen Festival Honours the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela; presented by Major Partner, the Motsepe Foundation. 

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Beyoncé, JAY-Z, Cassper Nyovest, D’banj, Ed Sheeran, Eddie Vedder, Femi Kuti, Pharrell Williams & Chris Martin, Sho Madjozi, Tiwa Savage, Usher, Wizkid — these artists and more are convening on 2 December in South Africa with world and corporate leaders to present the biggest campaign on the Global Goals to end extreme poverty ever.

Responding to Nelson Mandela’s call for us to be the generation to end extreme poverty, artists and leaders will be joined by Global Citizens who’ve taken action on the Global Citizen social advocacy platform to earn their free tickets to the festival at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.

The Mandela 100 Festival, in partnership with the House of Mandela, will serve as the capstone event of Global Citizen’s year-long Be the Generation campaign, inspired by the revered former leader of South Africa and his lifelong dedication to rallying people together to use their collective voices to speak for the most marginalized people.

Global Citizen Festival Mandela 100 hosts include Trevor Noah, Naomi Campbell, Bonang Matheba, Sir Bob Geldof, Gayle King, Tyler Perry, and Forest Whitaker.

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All the winners at the 2018 DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers' Choice Awards Bonang Matheba

The second Annual DStv Mzansi Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards were held at the Sandton Convention Center last night. The event was hosted by media personality Bonang Matheba who introduced some of popular SA’s stars to present the 13 awards.

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Kwesta, Sjava, Bucie, Sun-El Musician, Sho Madjozi, Khaya Mthethwa, Dumi Mkokstad, Ntokozo Mbambo,  Mafikizolo, Mlindo The Vocalist, and DJ Maphorisa featuring Moonchild and Zulu Mkhathini, all entertained the crowed with their hottest performances.

Dr Rebecca Malope, was honoured with the 1Life Legend Award by another music icon, Lindelani Mkhize. In an emotional acceptance speech, she gave glory to God, thanked her family and fans, and paid tribute to those who came before her as well as her peers.

The Queen actress Thembsie Matu

See a complete list of the winners below:

Favourite Song of the Year
Prince Kaybee & LaSoulmates ft Zanda Zakuza & TNS – Club Controller

Favourite TV Presenter       
Pearl Modiadie

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Trevor Noah to host the Global Citizen Festival Mandela 100

Trevor Noah to host the Global Citizen Festival Mandela 100

South African-born, superstar comedian Trevor Noah is set to host the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 taking place in Johannesburg. 

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The event, which will take place on Sunday, 2nd December  in Johannesburg, will be honouring Nelson Mandela’s centennial.

Trevor Noah joins a line-up of co-hosts of the host committee including Naomi Campbell, Bonang Matheba, Sir Bob Geldof, Tyler Perry, Gayle King and Forest Whitaker.

Local celebrities such as K Naomi, Lucas Radebe, Nandi Madida, Pearl Thusi, Somizi and Zakes Bantwini will also join as Global Citizen: Mandela 100 Advocates to support the campaign against extreme poverty.

“It is an honor to be a part of the Global Citizen Festival event celebrating the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela,” Trevor said in a statement.

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Sho Madjozi named as the face of Trace Mobile

Sho Madjozi Trace Mobile Ambassador

Rapper, actress, poet and all-round creative Sho Madjozi has taken on a new role as the brand ambassador for TRACE Mobile, a new Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) in South Africa launched by TRACE.

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During a press conference held in Johannesburg on Wednesday, TRACE Mobile announced its plans to launch the brand’s engaging #NeverExpire campaign with Sho Madjozi at the helm, which seeks to pay homage to people, brands and places that have remained “timeless and fresh” in the hearts and minds of many people.

https://twitter.com/TRACEmobileSA/status/1011931017765117953

The #NeverExpire campaign encapsulates a unique product offer that finally gives South Africa an offering with data, exclusive content and lifestyle rewards that never expire.

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