Lesego ‘Coconut Kelz’ Tlhabi addresses ‘well-intentioned’ homophobes

Johannesburg – Satirist Lesego “Coconut Kelz” Tlhabi has sparked an interesting debate on social media after she chose to address the type of homophobia that usually presents itself in comments from “pro-gay” people but in fact dehumanizes members of the LGBTQI+ community. As the world continue to celebrate Pride month, Tlhabi felt it appropriate to […]

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President Cyril Ramaphosa grants Shaleen Surtie-Richards a provincial funeral

Late TV, film and theatre actress Shaleen Surtie-Richards has been granted a Category 2 Special Provincial Funeral by the South African Presidency. The request was made to the government earlier this week by Surtie-Richards’ family and Western Cape Premier Alan Winde. Family spokesperson Alistair Isobell confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa signed off on the application. […]

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Shaleen Surtie-Richards to be laid to rest on Sunday

Johannesburg – Those close to SA acting legend Shaleen Surtie-Richards are expected to gather at Durbanville Memorial Park on June 13 for her final send-off. Surtie-Richards was found dead in a guest house in Cape Town on June 7 where she was staying during the filming of the TV series Arendsvlei. According to family spokesperson […]

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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle announce birth of daughter

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced Sunday the birth of their daughter Lilibet Diana, who was born in California after a year of turmoil in Britain’s royal family. “Lili is named after her great-grandmother, Her Majesty The Queen, whose family nickname is Lilibet. Her middle name, Diana, was chosen to honor her beloved late grandmother, […]

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Justice for Dumi Masilela: Zola Hashatsi remembers his friend ahead of trial

Johannesburg – Monday, 31 May would have been Dumi Masilela’s 33rd birthday but instead, the late Rhythm City actor’s friends and family are expected to gather in a courtroom for his murder trial. Zola Hashatsi took to Instagram to remember his late friend ahead of the trial. “Next Week Monday [May 31] is @dmasilela’s birthday […]

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Mohale Motaung: “I’m not getting a divorce”

Media personality Mohale Motaung has dismissed claims that he and Somizi Mhlongo are getting a divorce. Over the past months, there has been speculation that Somizi and Mohale have broken up. This comes after Somizi was spotted on several vacations with his friend Vusi Nova. But, despite what the rumours have been saying, Mohale told […]

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Zodwa Wabantu checks into rehab after saying she is tired of drinking

Johannesburg – Controversial reality television star and socialite Zodwa Wabantu has revealed she voluntarily checked herself into a rehabilitation centre. The star, who says she is tired of consuming alcohol, is receiving treatment in a Durban centre. Zodwa posted a video on Instagram, saying she wanted to explore what it felt like to receive treatment […]

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Somizi calls himself ‘the Rich Mnisi of the kitchen’

Johannesburg – Media personality Somizi Mhlongo-Motaung and “Dinner at Somizi’s: I Am Not A Chef” cookbook author, can now be hired to prepare private meals for clients, but he comes with a hefty price tag. The “Idols SA” judge, who has already stolen the hearts of South Africans with his delicious food, has now added […]

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Skeem Saam actress loses mother and grandmother at the same time

Johannesburg – Skeem Saam actress and sports presenter Amanda Manku has lost her mother and grandmother at the same time. Last week, the actress announced that she lost a loved one but did not go into further details. This morning, she opened up a bit more about her loss. In a tweet, she revealed that […]

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