18 May 2022 By // by Alan The National Arts Festival has announced exciting new additions to its 2022 programme with one night only concerts from Amanda Black, Ringo Madlingozi and Bongeziwe Mabandla. The programme, already a feast of theatre, dance, music, jazz, visual art, comedy and more, is now live and open for booking at www.nationalartsfestival.co.za. The countdown to the NAF’s return to live stages and its home town of Makhanda is well underway with the eleven day … [Read more...] about Amanda Black, Ringo Madlingozi and Bongeziwe Mabandla to perform at live National Arts Festival 2022
Entertainment
Monumental Flag project to be reviewed
19 May 2022 By // by Alan Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, has directed his department to review the process related to the R22 million flag pole project that was meant to be erected at Freedom Park in Tshwane. “Over the past few days, the Minister has followed and taken note of public discourse that has unfolded in respect of the envisaged Monumental Flag,” the Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture said on Thursday. The ministry said the diversity of voices … [Read more...] about Monumental Flag project to be reviewed
Mthethwa’s Giant Flag must fall
18 May 2022 By // by Alan Dear Editor The ANC government has already spent R1.7 million on Minister Nathi Mthethwa’s R22 million Giant Flag before any construction has even begun. Let us stop them before they spend more! The DA vehemently opposes this vanity project while citizens, and especially children, are literally staving of hunger. It is unacceptable that South African citizens who are outspoken against this project are being gaslighted and their patriotism being … [Read more...] about Mthethwa’s Giant Flag must fall
Poet/Spoken word Artist
Zusakhe “Rhasatsha Wengqiqo” Zide is a Poet based in 23 Amery Crescent Summerstrand, Nelson Mandela Bay. Zusakhe “Rhasatsha Wengqiqo” Zide says: In 2016 I took part in the St. John’s College Talent Show where I won, and the response I received from teachers and students alike was overwhelming, it humbles me till this day. The following year, in 2018, I made my debut performance at The Soul Clap Sessions, in another memorable evening for me. I was part of the HEIPA Festival later that year, … [Read more...] about Poet/Spoken word Artist
Artists Grapple with Turmoil and Fragility as NAF Returns to Live Shows
Stories of turbulence, healing and triumph thread through this year’s programme as the National Arts Festival returns to Makhanda and a live festival format from 23 June – 3 July 2022.“There’s a pull towards stories from history, and explorations of other ways of seeing and being, throughout this year’s programme. Uncertain times can lead us to look back, to try and make sense of the present, to find ground,” says NAF Artistic Director, Rucera Seethal. “This year, artists have bravely located … [Read more...] about Artists Grapple with Turmoil and Fragility as NAF Returns to Live Shows
Karoo’s culinary delights on offer at food festival
The Cradock community is ready to welcome visitors to the annual Karoo Food Festival, supported by SPAR Eastern Cape, from April 29 to May 1. Photo: Full Stop Communications The community in Cradock – and those further afield – are licking their lips as they anticipate another exciting Karoo Food Festival, supported by SPAR Eastern Cape, at the end of the month. This annual gathering to celebrate the culinary experience of wholesome Karoo fare was started in 2013 and this year it will take place … [Read more...] about Karoo’s culinary delights on offer at food festival
The West Wind Digital Lifestyle Magazine Issue 15 Is Live
The West Wind Digital Lifestyle Magazine Issue 15 Is Live Time flies, they say, when you’re having fun. So who would have thought that a little idea like a good quality e-zine would be so popular in St Francis Bay and its environs? Issue 15 of The West Wind was a fun issue to make, and we hope you enjoy it. https://issuu.com/westwindmagazine/docs/tww15 St Francis Resort Amanzi Challenge There were thrills and spills at the inaugural St Francis Resort Amanzi Challenge. … [Read more...] about The West Wind Digital Lifestyle Magazine Issue 15 Is Live
Thando Chase
Siphosethu Plam is a Sculptor based in Gqeberha, Nelson Mandela Bay. Siphosethu Plam says: Siphosethu is an artist from Gqeberha but currently in Fort Hare Alice. I studed Art Design at Lovedale College in 2016. My sculpture focuses on women reclining abstact figures, I love the beauty and the importance of women and their existence is so precious to me along with creating some awareness of this violence against women Siphosethu is also skilled in: Graphic … [Read more...] about Thando Chase
Foreign Tourists Being Targeted in Gqeberha
With the lifting of travel restrictions, easing of the lockdown and looming end to the State of Disaster Gqeberha has seen a welcome return of tourists to our city. Gqeberha has many events planned attracting foreign tourists back to our city – Ironman, Proteas/Bangladesh Cricket Test, SA Swimming Nationals and SA Hockey Interprovincials to name but a few over the next month or so. Of course tourists are always concerned about safety and it is well known that a safer city can only be … [Read more...] about Foreign Tourists Being Targeted in Gqeberha
Son of Gqeberha Unveils New Single
Gearing up for a massive 2022, South African singer and songwriter Lloyiso returns with his brand new single “Speak” today via Universal Music Group South Africa/Republic Records.Singer and songwriter Lloyiso Gijana is the first South African artist to sign to Republic Records, who have Drake, The Weeknd and Ariana Grande, Pop Smoke, and Post Malone on their books. He left Ambitiouz Entertainment and signed a deal with the New York-based label Republic Records and Universal Music Group South … [Read more...] about Son of Gqeberha Unveils New Single
The Music May Make You Sleep, The Images Will Not
Soothing music juxtaposed with 261 magnificent images of Whales, Dolphins, Orcas, Birds and other Sea Creatures in Algoa Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa (the birthplace of the world famous Sardine Run) and along the unspoiled magnificent Hole in the Wall of the Wild Coast, Eastern Cape of South Africa.Images from the lens of Alan Straton during Whale Watching Tours and Sardine Run Adventures off of the South African Coast. To see these magnificent creatures in their own habitat book a Tour … [Read more...] about The Music May Make You Sleep, The Images Will Not
Nkululeko Dingana – Musician
Nkululeko Dingana is a Musician based in 17 Moses Street Soweto on Sea Gqeberha Eastern Cape 6201, Nelson Mandela Bay. Nkululeko Dingana says: Kenji TMZ ( Trap Monk ZA ) , real name ” Nkululeko Dingana ” is an upcoming musician , song writer and composer . Based in Eastern Cape Gqeberha from a small community of Soweto – on – Sea . Despite his background , Kenji was ambitious and eager to chase his dream in the year of 2009 . He dropped his 1st project ” For Better or Worse ” in 2020 … [Read more...] about Nkululeko Dingana – Musician
Suarie-Hip hop artist
Mphumezi Suarie Nkosana is a Rapper based in 43 Mxenge Street, Nelson Mandela Bay. Mphumezi Suarie Nkosana says: I’m a hip hop artist from Uitenhage. I started my music career last year but I actually started rapping in 2020. In the past months I have release probably 5 singles and a EP. The EP is titled i’m a rapper. All I need right now is for people to support me so I can grow as an artist. My vision is to feed the soul and grow ones mind, through my music. This year I’m going to drop … [Read more...] about Suarie-Hip hop artist
Liya M – DJ, Host, Event Curator & Facilitator
Liyabona Mbomvane Mbomvane is a DJ based in 60 Ncememe Street, Motherwell, Nelson Mandela Bay. Liyabona Mbomvane Mbomvane says: I am a 30 year-old female who resides and grew up in PE. I am a qualified Assessor and Moderator with a services seta accreditation. I have a training company that focuses on capacity building workshops and trainings for artists. I am also an event Curator, an MC and a Function, Party and club DJ. Liyabona Mbomvane is also skilled in: Art Facilitation & … [Read more...] about Liya M – DJ, Host, Event Curator & Facilitator
Skyy – Hip Hop Artist
Skyy Makhasi is a Rapper based in New Brighton, Nelson Mandela Bay. Skyy Makhasi says: Skyy Makhasi is a very reserved & shy person but yet blooming through his music. Skyy is versatile; i can rap in English & Isixhosa. Currently solo without any manager beside him. Always happy about bringing a smile & empowering people through his music. First open Gay rapper in NMB. Started finding his passion when still in high school and has kept it going until today. A lot of people doubt … [Read more...] about Skyy – Hip Hop Artist
