Inside the glitz and glamour of the Samas: A journo's personal experience

THE South African Music Awards (Samas) have come and gone, but they left a lingering sense of pride, inspiration and hope for a thriving music industry.
By Mpumelelo Moyo Nov. 17, 2024

SAMA of nostalgia

Lifetime Achievement Awards went to Sipho Makhabane and Ringo Madlingozi and were presented by Rebecca Malope and Arts minister Gayton McKenzie.
By Mpumelelo Moyo Nov. 6, 2024

Tyla leads Sama nominees

A Press release by the Samas confirmed that Tyla has the most nominations.
By Mpumelelo Moyo Oct. 4, 2024

30 years of beats, rhythmes, glory: Sama’s lessons and legacy

The nominees have been announced and a stage has been set for an indelible night.
By Mpumelelo Moyo Oct. 2, 2024

Music has the power to unite communities

In April, this year, I became a member of the IMC after being elected the president of African Music Council (AMC) in Cote d’ Ivoire
By Fred Zindi Sep. 15, 2024

Plot Mhako — A man of many jackets

Some of the challenges include political turmoil, poor infrastructure, limited access to funding, and inadequate intellectual property protections.
By Nyasha Gorogodo Jul. 7, 2024

Bantu Spaceship takes local sounds on a global tour

The band will be going on a European tour in June and July where they are set to perform in France, Germany and Switzerland.
By Khumbulani Muleya Apr. 26, 2024

Out & about: Zahara on a happier note!

Colourful and tasteful — ‘Mgodi’ — whelped in 2017, was certified gold within six hours of its release in South Africa.
By Grant Moyo Aug. 27, 2023

Winky D up for another gong

AFRIMMA is an annual African music awards ceremony aimed at rewarding and celebrating musical works, talents and creativity on the African continent.
By Zvikomborero Magogo Aug. 10, 2023