Major League DJz Warn Against Genre Camps
The perceived unity of the amapiano movement is under fire after the world-renowned Major League DJz spoke out regarding growing internal divisions. In a candid post on X, the twins highlighted that the genre is beginning to suffer from the same factionalism that has historically hindered other South African music scenes. "We could say same thing about Amapiano, this camp thing...
Mlindo The Vocalist and Girlfriend Taylor-Jo Allison Part Ways
Award-winning singer Mlindo The Vocalist (Lindokuhle Mgedeza) is reportedly navigating a difficult personal period following a high-profile split from his long-term partner, Taylor-Jo Allison. Sources indicate that Allison, a former influencer and model, has officially moved out of the couple's shared Midrand residence, taking their young daughter, Nkanyezi, with her. Details of the Departure The breakup reportedly reached a climax while the...
DJ Maphorisa Urges Unity in SA Hip Hop
Renowned producer and amapiano pioneer DJ Maphorisa has publicly called for a paradigm shift within South African hip hop, urging local rappers to abandon divisive "camp" mentalities and foster collaboration to revive the genre's dominance. Taking to social media platform X, Maphorisa highlighted that the fragmented nature of the local hip hop scene is hindering its growth. "SA hiphop guys need...
Mawelele Drops Romantic Single ‘Forever’ Dedicated to New Girlfriend Liu Bassie
South African rising star Mawelele is stepping into 2026 with a brand new sound and a new chapter in his personal life. Following his high-profile debut of girlfriend Liu Bassie on Valentine's Day, the singer has announced his latest single, fittingly titled Forever. In a romantic gesture that has social media abuzz, Mawelele unveiled the single's cover art, which features...
NPA Clarifies Delay in Musa Khawula Murder Case and Unexecuted Warrant
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has broken its silence regarding the stalled murder trial of controversial celebrity blogger Musa Khawula, clarifying the reasons behind the delay and the failure to execute a warrant for his arrest in the Western Cape. While the Vredenburg Magistrates Court authorized a warrant for Khawula’s arrest in late 2025 following his failure to appear in...
Revolutionary Tech Accelerates Vaccine Development and Enhances Safety in Africa
Researchers at the Antiviral Gene Therapy Research Unit (AGTRU) at Wits University have highlighted a groundbreaking shift in vaccine development: the use of viral mimic systems. According to a review published in the journal Infection, these advanced technologies allow for faster, safer, and more cost-effective development of vaccines and antiviral treatments, particularly for dangerous pathogens like SARS-CoV-2. Overcoming Laboratory Bottlenecks Traditionally, virology...
UJ’s Innovation Centre Fuels SA’s Green Mobility Transition
As South Africa navigates rising fuel costs and the urgent need to decarbonize, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) is taking proactive steps to lead the national transition to electric mobility. Through the Centre for Automotive & Electric Vehicle Innovation (CAEVI), UJ is establishing a multidisciplinary platform dedicated to real-world implementation, green industrialization, and sustainable engineering.+1 Hosted within the Faculty of...
Landmark EU–Africa Cyber Diplomacy Dialogue Hosted by Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch University (SU) recently solidified its role as a leader in digital security by hosting the EU–Africa Track 1.5 Cyber Diplomacy Dialogue. This landmark event, held on February 3 and 4, 2026, brought together key stakeholders from government, industry, academia, and civil society to address pressing cybersecurity challenges facing both continents. Organized by SU’s School for Data Science and Computational...
Unisa Peer Educators Attend Mandela-Sobukwe Leadership Camp
In a move to empower the next generation of change agents, Unisa’s Office of the Dean of Students recently participated in the prestigious Mandela-Sobukwe Peer Leadership Camp. Led by the Minister of Higher Education and Training, the Honourable Buti Manamela, this intensive four-day programme (10–14 February 2026) aimed to equip young students with the tools to influence local, continental, and...
Unisa and US Embassy Empower SA Women in Innovation
Unisa’s Inhlanyelo Hub NPC, in partnership with the Public Diplomacy Section of the Embassy of the United States of America, hosted a high-level roundtable discussion aimed at strengthening women-led innovation in South Africa. Held on February 17, 2026, at the Unisa Sunnyside Campus, the event focused on the critical intersection of technology transfer and startup incubation, bringing together industry leaders...
