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National Children’s Theatre celebrates the many opportunities that the signing of the MoU brings. The National Children’s Theatre (NCT) celebrates the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) and the Ministry of Basic Education. “This is a huge step in the right direction for our children's future and our country's creative environment,” said NCT CEO Tamara Goulds. At a press conference on Wednesday, Minister of Basic Education, Sport, Arts and Culture Siviwe Gwalbe and Minister Gayton McKenzie signed a memorandum of understanding to bring back sport in schools. Access to opportunitiesies…

The Safta Award winner became the presenter of Noot Vil Noot after Stemmett retired from hosting his long-running TV show. Noot ville noot Presenter Emo Adams received what amounted to a compliment from a proud father from the show's former presenter, Johan Stemmett. This came after he was announced as one of the nominees in the Best TV Presenter category at this year's South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas). “he [Stemmet] “He congratulated me and said, 'You have to remember: a good presenter can save a sinking show, but a mediocre presenter can sink a good show,'” Adams said,…

Big Zulu's 200 Bars has been released Big Zulu is making no apologies for the comments he made on his 200 Birds This Track, released this Friday. The South African star supported Cassper Nyovest, DJ Tira, Mtee, Nota Baloyi and several others on the track. SA Hip Hop Mag has analysed some of the hottest bars featured in the diss, take a look below: “Ngiphatha isbhamu esine Camera waphoza umrepha Ngiyamshutha” Big Zulu's punchline, “Ngiphatha isbhamu esine Camera waphoza umrepha ngiyamshutha,” is a sharp and clever metaphor that blends imagery of violence with the creative process in the music industry.…

The SABC's new head of corporate affairs, Themba Gwejela, is determined to drive strategic growth and innovation when he takes up his new role on 1 September 2024. The experienced marketing and communications executive has over 18 years’ experience having held top roles across South African and international brands. His career includes senior roles at leading financial institutions including Momentum, FNB, Old Mutual, Discovery and Liberty. Most recently, she served as Head of Communications at EPPF, where she played a key role in building a strong brand communications team and launching a new corporate identity and positioning strategy. Related article:…

Bonga won the Best New Actor award at the 2024 Simon Mabunu Sabela KZN Film and TV Awards. Budding talent Bonga Mhlongo attributes much of his success to his supportive parents and renowned film director Tumelo Lekena. At just 13 years old, this young actor has already achieved critical acclaim both at home and abroad. Father's Day. In the film, Bonga plays Alake, a 12-year-old boy raised by a single mother who discovers an unexpected truth when he goes against his mother's wishes to find the father he has never met. Related article: Child actor Mangaliso Artha Mthembu: 'I always…

Mafia: The construction industry is held captive by illegal “business” forums operating across the country. Photo: Sharon Cereto/Getty Images The CEO of the Nara Chamber of Commerce was assaulted by members of the outlawed “Nara Business Forum” when he went to a construction site to deal with a subcontracting dispute. This content is Subscribers only. Join the M&G Community The Mail & Guardian's mission is to provide the best experience for all our readers – join the M&G community and support our commitment to consistently deliver in-depth news. Subscribe With your subscription you can: – M&G Community Membership -…

Ronwen Williams nominated for Ballon d'Or award Bafana Bafana captain and Mamelodi Sundowns star Ronwen Williams has made history by being nominated for the prestigious Yassine Trophy at the Ballon d'Or awards. Williams was the only African among the ten nominees for FIFA's World Goalkeeper of the Year award. He is the first goalkeeper to be nominated by the club whilst playing for an African club, having kept 35 clean sheets in 59 games in the 2023/2024 season. He was named the best goalkeeper at AFCON 2023. He kept four clean sheets at AFCON 2023. He won the African Football…

John Hollofe attending an MK Party press conference at Capital Empire in Sandhurst, Johannesburg (Photo: Luba Lesor/Gallo Images via Getty Images) The Western Cape High Court heard on Thursday that the National Assembly unlawfully delegated responsibility for appointing Judicial System Commission (JSC) members to the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party by approving the appointment of disgraced judge John Hlophe as a member of the Judicial System Commission. Freedom Under Law (FUL) lawyer Wim Trengove SC argued that the Constitution gives members of parliament not just the power but also the responsibility to appoint representatives to the JSC. This meant that at…

Sol Fenduka avoided DJ Maphorisa for safety South African presenter Sol Fenduka has caused a stir on social media following some shocking revelations about DJ Maphorisa. Phori has long been in the news due to accusations of exploitation, the latest being in relation to Samthing Soweto's alleged discrediting of Mas Musiq's new single. Sol is the co-host of the controversial South African podcast, Podcast and Chill, which features a range of celebrities, including A-listers like Black Coffee. Twitter users urged the Kaya presenter to invite DJ Maphorisa onto the podcast. “Translator translation: Solfenduka at least, #Soweto “We'll hear his side…

The Ndlovu Youth Choir's South African tour begins on Thursday at the Teatro, Montecasino, before heading to Cape Town. Like the Springboks, the quality of the Ndlovu Youth Choir means that every member is able to perform at the highest level without compromising quality. “The choir does not always travel together. The choir is made up of more than 30 choristers, but when we are abroad another choir stays behind in the country and the whole choir is replaced so there is no A choir, B choir, first team and second team,” said Ndlovu Youth Choir conductor, composer and producer…