# Nounouche > Lifestyle & Pop Culture on the go! ## Posts - [Anjunadeep Open Air: Where Music Becomes a Feeling](https://nounouche.online/anjunadeep-open-air-where-music-becomes-a-feeling/): Deep house and Afro-tech aren’t just genres you listen to, they’re genres you feel. That’s exactly what Anjunadeep Open Air delivered this past weekend: an intimate, unforgettable experience that blurred the lines between sound, emotion, and connection. The two-day journey kicked off in Johannesburg on Good Friday at River Cabin and wrapped up in Cape Town at Ostrich Farm over Easter weekend. From start to finish, it wasn’t just a party, it was a voyage, guiding audiences through waves of rhythm, energy, and release. Jody Wisternoff of Anjunadeep summed it up best:“South Africa is a country of rhythm. We bring... - [Feeding a Tribe: Mmule Setati's Culinary Empire](https://nounouche.online/feeding-a-tribe-how-mmule-setatis-culinary-empire/): There is something quietly radical about the way Mmule Setati speaks about food. Not as spectacle, nor as performance, but as memory, inheritance, and, most importantly, as connection. In an era where culinary culture is often filtered through perfection and distance, Setati has built something far more intimate – a living, breathing ecosystem she calls Feed My Tribe. Born between Soweto and Randfontein, her story does not begin in the kitchen, but in ambition, in reinvention, in survival. Before she became synonymous with the kind of aspirational home cooking that feels both elevated and deeply familiar, Setati was immersed in... - [Fhatuwani Mukheli Reclaims the Frame](https://nounouche.online/fhatuwani-mukheli-reclaims-the-frame/): There’s a shift happening in culture right now and you can feel it. Not loud, not forced, just a quiet correction. At the centre of it is Fhatuwani Mukheli, a multi-disciplinary artist whose work is doing something powerful, rewriting the way we see ourselves. This April, he steps onto a global stage, showcasing a new body of work at EXPO CHICAGO in partnership with Gallery MOMO. While that might sound like a big art world moment, what it really is, is a South African creative taking up space internationally, on his own terms. There is something deeply poetic about that.... - [A Sweet Escape to the Vaal](https://nounouche.online/a-sweet-escape-to-the-vaal/): There is something unexpectedly comforting about discovering that escape does not have to be far. That relief, that exhale we’re all chasing, can exist just an hour outside the city. For me, it arrived at Riverside Sun, on the banks of the Vaal River, at a time when I needed it most. Day two of no gym. An injury that had me limping and, more than anything, forced to slow down. Not by choice, but by circumstance and maybe that is what made this stay feel less like a trip and more like a reset. The drive down to the... - [Inside BAL4Her Power Hour: Empowering Women Beyond the Court](https://nounouche.online/inside-bal4her-power-hour-empowering-women-beyond-the-court/): On Sunday, 29 March 2026, the offices of NBA Africa in Sandton, Johannesburg, became a meeting point for purpose-driven dialogue as the BAL4Her Power Hour unfolded against the backdrop of a live and growing basketball season. With Season 6 of the Basketball Africa League currently underway at the SunBet Arena until 5 April, the timing of the gathering reinforced a broader narrative , women are not on the periphery of African basketball’s rise, but embedded within its core. The BAL4Her initiative continues to evolve as a strategic platform focused on empowering women across the basketball ecosystem, from administration and media... - [“Zandile!”- The Night Doja Cat Came Home](https://nounouche.online/zandile-the-night-doja-cat-came-home/): The chant echoed through the arena long before the beat dropped.“Zandile! Zandile! Zandile!” It wasn’t just a crowd calling out to a global superstar, it was a homecoming. When Doja Cat stepped onto the stage, the energy in the room shifted instantly. What followed was more than a performance; it was a deeply emotional exchange between artist and audience. Fans, friends, and families moved in unison dancing, chanting, and celebrating a shared moment that felt both global and deeply personal. For Doja Cat, born Amala Zandile Dlamini, the experience was just as overwhelming. At several points during her set, emotion... - [I Limped Through My First Golf Event and Somehow, That’s How LIV Pulled Me In](https://nounouche.online/i-limped-through-my-first-golf-event-and-somehow-thats-how-liv-pulled-me-in/): I love sport. The pace, the personalities, the way it brings people together but golf hasalways sat just outside of that for me. Something you respect, but don’t quite feel partof.. Until now. I first stepped onto the grounds on Thursday and even then before anything had fullybegun there was a quiet certainty about what was coming. You could feel it in the way everything was being set up. The kind of energy thatsuggests you’re about to step into something bigger than expected. By Saturday, LIV Golf had arrived. I experienced it in a way I didn’t plan to, LIMPING!Which,... - [Somewhere Between a Hatchback and Everything I Need](https://nounouche.online/somewhere-between-a-hatchback-and-everything-i-need/): I’ve always associated SUVs with a very specific kind of life. The kind I grew up in. My mom loves a big SUV. Not “cute and compact,” not “in-between.” I’m talking seven-seater,everyone-get-in, sports bags in the back, groceries somewhere in between, and still enoughspace for whatever the weekend requires. It made sense. Three kids, school runs, sports, lifehappening all at once. So when I was invited to experience the HAVAL H6 PHEV, my first instinct was to ask: wouldmy mom drive this? And the honest answer is… no! Not because it’s lacking, but because it’s not her kind of big.... - [The Multi-Hyphenate Muse: Iman Mkwanazi Redefines Power!](https://nounouche.online/the-multi-hyphenate-muse-iman-mkhwanazi-redefines-power/): There was a time when South African models lived in glossy permanence. They were everywhere, suspended in the pages of fashion magazines, their faces part of a national visual language that felt both aspirational and intimately ours. You knew their names, their walks, their angles. They sold not just clothes, but a kind of possibility. Then print folded in on itself. And with it, an entire ecosystem quietly dimmed. Today, unless you are seated front row or orbiting the backstage chaos of fashion week, the visibility of South African models feels fleeting – momentary, algorithm-dependent, often unanchored from legacy. This... - [Salif Keita Brings Four Decades of Legacy to Franschhoek](https://nounouche.online/salif-keita-brings-four-decades-of-legacy-to-franschhoek/): Salif Keita to Perform in South Africa When Salif Keita sings, you know it immediately. His voice is soulful, and unmistakable. It’s shaped by spirituality and cultural inheritance, his songs have always felt like testimony. For audiences preparing to see the Malian legend at the Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek, this performance carries weight. The celebrated Swiss festival touches African soil for the first time, bringing its decades-long tradition of global musical excellence to the Cape Winelands. Keita’s presence feels inevitable because he is, in many ways, a living archive of African sound. “When I’m on stage, I feel the love... - [BAL x PUMA makes its debut but there’s more to unlock.](https://nounouche.online/bal-x-puma-makes-its-debut-but-theres-more-to-unlock/): BAL has just announced PUMA as its official outfitter and with that, the jerseys haveofficially dropped ahead of next weekend’s season tip-off in Pretoria. Even if you’re not a basketball fan, this moment lands because the jersey has moved farbeyond the court. It’s something you wear out, style up, make your own. It lives in thesame spaces as music, fashion and nightlife which is why partnerships like this matterculturally, not just in sport. This collaboration absolutely grows the culture. At the same time though, looking at it through a deeper cultural lens, it feels like therewas an opportunity to take... - [Chaos and the Legacy of a Broken Final: AFCON 2025 Erupts Into a Shocking Rewrite of History](https://nounouche.online/chaos-and-the-legacy-of-a-broken-final-afcon-2025-erupts-into-a-shocking-rewrite-of-history/): African football does not lack drama , but what unfolded after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final has pushed the boundaries of controversy into unprecedented territory. What should have stood as Senegal’s crowning moment has instead been rewritten by the Confederation of African Football, with Morocco now officially recognised as champions after a post-match ruling that has divided the continent. At the centre of it all is a decision that feels less like a conclusion and more like the beginning of a deeper crisis within the game. The final itself had already carried tension, narrative, and stakes worthy of... - [More Than a Period: The Silent Epidemic Women Are Forced to Carry](https://nounouche.online/more-than-a-period-the-silent-epidemic-women-are-forced-to-carry/): Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it, causing severe pain, heavy bleeding, fatigue, and in many cases, fertility complications. It affects an estimated 200 million women worldwide, yet on average, it takes seven to ten years to receive a diagnosis. In South Africa, that number can be even higher. For Endometriosis Awareness Month, we sat down with Bontle Moka, founder of the Heal Endo Movement and endometriosis advocate, to talk about her nine-year journey to diagnosis, the real cost of living with a chronic illness, and why she believes... - [Msaki & Jesse Clegg to Perform Entropy at the Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek](https://nounouche.online/msaki-jesse-clegg-to-perform-entropy-at-the-montreux-jazz-festival-franschhoek/): Something exciting is about to unfold. The arrival of the Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek on African soil promises a rare cultural experience where music, art, food and wine come together in celebration of creativity. The line-up reads like a global cultural exchange. Artists such as Salif Keita, Robert Glasper alongside Bilal, Thandiswa Mazwai, Vusi Mahlasela and Madala Kunene will be performing on stages designed for discovery. Among the performances already drawing curiosity is Entropy, a collaborative EP created by Msaki and Jesse Clegg. Speaking ahead of the festival, Msaki describes the performance as part of a growing shift in how... - [Can America Still Host the FIFA World Cup?](https://nounouche.online/can-america-still-host-the-fifa-world-cup/): The uneasy politics surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup  In the glossy imagination of global sport, the FIFA World Cup is a borderless carnival. Fans draped in flags spill into city streets. Languages collide. Cultures dance together for ninety minutes and then long into the night. But as the United States prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico, the atmosphere surrounding the tournament feels less like celebration and more like a geopolitical question: Is America still open to the world? The answer is complicated.A World Cup in a Divided Political Moment Sport rarely exists outside... - [Uncle Waffles Steps Into Icon Status With adidas Originals’ ](https://nounouche.online/uncle-waffles-steps-into-icon-status-with-adidas-originals/): In the ever-evolving language of global street culture, some symbols remain timeless. The iconic shell-toe of the adidas Originals Superstar sneaker is one of them. Now, the brand is writing a bold new chapter for the silhouette, placing South African sensation Uncle Waffles at the center of its latest global campaign. Launched in March 2026, the new Superstar campaign celebrates the cultural leaders who shape their worlds on their own terms. At the forefront of the South African story is Uncle Waffles, the multi-platinum DJ and producer whose meteoric rise has transformed her from an internet sensation into a global... - [The Face of South African Motorsport Has Changed!](https://nounouche.online/the-face-of-south-african-motorsport-has-changed/): March is International Women’s Month, a time when the world pauses to recognise the women who shape industries, rewrite narratives and quietly and sometimes boldly, change the course of history. In South Africa’s high-octane motorsport landscape, the South African Endurance Series (SAES) is doing exactly that. Long associated with roaring engines, speed and male-dominated pit lanes, motorsport has historically been an exclusive club, particularly in South Africa, where the sport has been largely defined by white male leadership. But a new chapter is unfolding. At the centre of this transformation stand three remarkable women: Liyema Letlaka, Cindy Van Der Laan,... - [Diageo Expands Premium Experiential Footprint with World Class; The Bar](https://nounouche.online/word-class-presents-the-bar-south-africa/): Cocktail culture has transformed from a niche, often elite pastime into a global art form and social phenomenon. Today, cocktails act as cultural ambassadors, blending local ingredients, traditions and storytelling. Born on the backdrop of this transformation, World Class, a globally recognised Diageo Reserve spirits platform is the pinnacle of Cocktails globally, and it exists to drive credibility of the brand house’s spirits, and its usage in cocktails. World Class celebrates cocktail culture and the artisans that make them. Launching on Sunday 14th December in South Africa, World Class presents The Bar which is currently going on tour across major... - [Benni McCarthy - Pain, Glory & Greatness!](https://nounouche.online/benni-mccarthy-pain-glory-greatness/): On Wednesday evening, I slipped into my favourite dress, stepped into a pair of heels and fixed my face after a long day of production to attend a book launch. Benni McCarthy, the football legend has written a book with veteran sports journalist Mark Gleeson, and the launch took place at Exclusive Books at the Mall of Africa. The venue was packed. But then again, it’s Benni McCarthy. I was born in the 90s, I am familiar with his game. He is part of the iconic Class of ’96 that put South Africa on the global football map and made... - [Siphesihle Ndaba: Finding Freedom On & Off Camera!](https://nounouche.online/siphesihle-ndaba-finding-freedom-on-off-camera/): Born and raised in Johannesburg, Siphesihle Ndaba comes from a family that has always been steeped in creativity. She grew up playing in an orchestra and a jazz band from the age of seven. For a long time, she assumed music would be her path, specifically composing for film and television. But life, as it tends to do, had other ideas. She had initially applied and got accepted into the music programme at Stellenbosch University, but decided to change course and go in a different direction upon realising that she would like to explore other options. The next option was... - [ASVNTE: The Sonic Architect Building Bridges Through Sound](https://nounouche.online/asvnte-the-sonic-architect-building-bridges-through-sound/): In Durban, sound doesn’t just travel, it transforms. And few understand that alchemy better than ASVNTE. Born Siyabulela Asvnte Khathi and raised in Umlazi, the DJ and creative polymath represents a new guard of South African tastemakers: spiritually anchored, genre-fluid and unafraid of risk. Nearly a decade into his journey, ASVNTE speaks about music the way some speak about faith – with reverence, surrender and deep emotional intelligence. “I carry Durban everywhere,” he says, smiling. “The culture, the energy, the hunger, that’s my foundation.” And foundation, fittingly, was once the plan. Before the decks, there were drafting boards. ASVNTE was... - [Xolile Vesile; Military Medic Turned Content Creator](https://nounouche.online/xolile-vesile-military-medic-turned-content-creator/): Before TikTok knew his name, Xolile Vesile was simply a military paramedic from East London doing his job. Born in 1988 and raised in Mdantsane, Vesile has called Cape Town home since 2013, where he works as an Emergency Care Technician, or as they are known in the military, an ops medic. It is a demanding profession, one that requires focus, discipline and a cool head under pressure. But somewhere between the long shifts and standby hours, a content creator was quietly taking shape. Vesile’s TikTok journey began in 2021, though it was not love at first scroll. He initially... - [The Art of Listening: Inside the 13th Investec Cape Town Art Fair](https://nounouche.online/the-art-of-listening-inside-the-13th-investec-cape-town-art-fair/): There are art fairs, and then there are moments. The 13th edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair was a moment; one where the global art world finally stopped to listen. This year’s theme was Listen, and for once, the loudest voices in the room were local and proudly African. There was no softening of the edges for international approval. African narratives weren’t tucked into polite corners; they were front and centre. Over three days, 34 000 visitors feasted with their eyes. From vivid colour palettes that refused to whisper, to intricate illustrations demanding a second glance, and sculptural... - [Eat Your Heart Out](https://nounouche.online/eat-your-heart-out/): Here is a non-exclusive take on something that you too will relate with regardless of whether your heart isclaimed or not this Valentine’s Day – your heart’s health. I have a few pointers to ensure you live to see anotherday, and hopefully, try again next year. 😉 Our bodies are an interplay of systems that all work in tandem to ensure we maintain the correct blood pressureto pump blood into all the organs, have the correct amount of glucose to support organ function without jinxingthe flow of blood and maintained integrity of the organ and tissue structures required to achieve... - [Class of ’96: The Pride of South African Football](https://nounouche.online/class-of-96-the-pride-of-south-african-football/): I’ve always known about the Class of ’96 because of my parents. Their names, the songs, the grainy highlights because those stories lived in our homes and conversations but watching Class of ’96: Rise of a Nation made something click in a way it never had before.  It suddenly registered that when South Africa won its first AFCON in February 1996, I wasn’t even born yet. I arrived a few months later so relax and yes, I’m turning 30 this year. Also all this time that I knew the Bafana Bafana ‘96 squad, I didn’t realise we were hosting that... - [Class of ’96: When History Finally Caught Up With Me](https://nounouche.online/class-of-96-when-history-finally-caught-up-with-me/): I’ve always known about the Class of ’96 because of my parents. Their names, the songs, the grainy highlights because those stories lived in our homes and conversations but watching Class of ’96: Rise of a Nation made something click in a way it never had before. It suddenly registered that when South Africa won its first AFCON in February 1996, I wasn’t even born yet. I arrived a few months later so relax and yes, I’m turning 30 this year. Also all this time that I knew the Bafana Bafana ‘96 squad, I didn’t realise we were hosting that... - [Amalanga Awafani: Zanele Muholi’s Radical Tenderness Arrives in Panama](https://nounouche.online/amalanga-awafani-zanele-muholis-radical-tenderness-arrives-in-panama/): By the time you stand before a Zanele Muholi portrait, time has already slowed. You are no longer a casual observer, you are implicated, invited, seen back. This is the quiet power of Amalanga awafani (Days are not the same), Muholi’s forthcoming exhibition opening at Casa Santa Ana in Panama, where presence itself becomes a political act and visibility a form of care. Presented from January 24 to April 19, 2026, the exhibition brings together seminal works from two of Muholi’s most enduring and influential bodies of work: Somnyama Ngonyama (Hail the Dark Lioness) and Faces and Phases. Curated by... - [I’m Enjoying Living in Cape Town While I Still Can](https://nounouche.online/im-enjoying-living-in-cape-town-while-i-still-can/): Cape Town keeps winning global titles like “Best City in the World,” and honestly, I get it. I’m living proof of the city’s pull. I arrived as a tourist, fell for the lifestyle, became a regular visitor, and eventually did what many South Africans have done in the past decade: I packed up my life in Johannesburg and moved to Cape Town. I’m a 40-year-old Black woman, and for the past four years I’ve been raising my teenage son here. On paper, it’s idyllic. We live between beaches and mountains, surrounded by creative energy, good food, and the soft privilege of a... - [The ‘Howsit’ Revolution: How Amahle Jaxa Became the Voice of a Generation](https://nounouche.online/the-howsit-revolution-how-amahle-jaxa-became-the-voice-of-a-generation/): After 12 years of running Until Until Events and co-owning The Royale restaurant, she made a decision in 2024 that surprised many: she was done. ‘I just quickly recognised that I didn’t give a damn about marketing in the traditional sense,’ she says bluntly. The woman who co-founded an events company at 19 and built an empire in Johannesburg’s service industry had simply had enough. ‘I never wanted to be a marketer. Until Until was one of those things that happened to me, right place, right time, right friends.’ This is the story of Amahle “Jaxx” Java. So she sold... - [SENEGAL'S AFCON VICTORY, SMELLS LIKE JUSTICE!](https://nounouche.online/senegals-afcon-victory-smells-like-justice/): Last night’s AFCON was proof again that football is never really about the game. It’s about history, identity, power, and last night, more than anything, it was about African politics. Yes, Senegal won in a tense match full of drama, including a late missed penalty that could’ve changed the entire story, but most people weren’t watching for tactics or highlights. We knew that Senegal was the better team; they were the most complete team in the tournament, but even with that, we knew yesterday wasn’t going to be decided by skill alone. We were watching because the final already carried... - [When the Bench Isn’t Safe: Football’s Relentless Season of Sackings](https://nounouche.online/when-the-bench-isnt-safe-footballs-relentless-season-of-sackings/): In modern football, the most fragile seat in the stadium is no longer in the stands — it’s on the touchline. The 2025/26 season has once again reminded the world that coaching is a temporary privilege, not a guarantee. Across Europe’s biggest clubs and down to the Betway Premiership in South Africa, boards have reached for the same solution: change the man, hope the story changes with him. This season has not just been about poor results. It has been about impatience, power struggles, identity crises, and the growing belief that a new voice can fix what deeper planning failed... - [A Circle with Many Centres: The Living Light of Homba Mazaleni](https://nounouche.online/a-circle-with-many-centres-the-living-light-of-homba-mazaleni/): There are people whose presence feels like sunlight, steady, warm, unmistakably life-giving. Even over a remote interview call, Homba Mazaleni shines in that way. Her joy is not the brittle kind that cracks under pressure, nor the curated gloss of a digital age obsessed with performance. It is lived-in joy: intentional, thoughtful, and born of deep inner work. It is the kind of joy that feels both earned and generously shared. At 26, Homba carries herself with the expressive honesty of someone who understands that life is rarely tidy but always rich. “I give myself space to feel things,” she... - [Milk + Cookies: Where Global Stars Met Local Greatness](https://nounouche.online/milk-cookies-where-global-stars-met-local-greatness/): If last year was the warm-up, this year’s Milk + Cookies was the full sprint. Coming off a 2025 high that gave us Kaytranada, the festival didn’t just aim higher it multiplied the moment. One international headliner became three: Gunna, Majid Jordan, and Elmiene all touching down in one weekend. On paper, that’s enough to carry any festival. But on the ground?The locals stole the show. There’s something special about the first outing of the year, the optimism, the reset, the feeling that the calendar has finally opened up. Arriving with friends, Milk + Cookies felt less like a concert... - [If Support is Conditional, It isn’t Patriotism](https://nounouche.online/if-support-is-conditional-it-isnt-patriotism/): Let me start by saying this: I genuinely believed Bafana Bafana were going to win the AFCON this year. So when we got eliminated after a 2–1 loss to Cameroon in the Round of 16, it stung. Not just because of the result, but because of what came before it. At the previous AFCON, we finished third. That mattered. It felt like a turning point, a moment where belief had finally found its footing again. As always, the aftermath came with opinions. Who should’ve started. Which formation we should’ve gone with. Whether the substitutions came too late. Those conversations are... - [ENHLE MBALI - A LEGACY REWRITTEN](https://nounouche.online/enhle-mbali-a-legacy-rewritten/): Inside the quiet power, reinvention, and unshakeable faith of one of South Africa’s most enduring style and screen icons.By Bonnie Meslane On a late summer afternoon, the Essie Apparel studio hums with a kind of disciplined serenity. Rolls of fabric stand like sentinels against the walls; soft light slips across the cutting tables; and the smell of steam from a nearby iron lingers in the air. In this space, half atelier, half spiritual sanctuary – celebrated actress and fashion designer Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa greets me with the calm of someone who has learned to live deliberately. I first met Enhle... - [AMIRI’s Sandton presence gets a luxury reset.](https://nounouche.online/amiris-sandton-presence-gets-a-luxury-reset/): Fresh off being named GQ’s Breakthrough Designer of the Year 2025, Mike Amiri continues to sharpen AMIRI’s global footprint and this time, the focus returns to home. The last time we spoke about the brand was in relation to its Barcelona deal, a moment that reinforced AMIRI’s expanding influence across culture, sport, and fashion. Now, that conversation shifts to Johannesburg with the unveiling of AMIRI’s refurbished flagship store at Diamond Walk, Sandton City. To be clear: this isn’t a debut. It’s a refinement. The refurbished Sandton City store marks a renewed investment in South Africa’s luxury landscape, reinforcing Johannesburg’s role... - [GWM FAM FEST: Turning 18 the Right Way (Even If I Watched With SeriousFOMO)](https://nounouche.online/gwm-fam-fest-turning-18-the-right-way-even-if-i-watched-with-seriousfomo/): The curse of having range is this: you’re always in the right place, just not in every place at once. While GWM South Africa was in Muldersdrift marking 18 years with FAM FEST, music carried through Syringa Park and engines hummed in the background, I was elsewhere. At HYROX, choosing discipline over indulgence, sweat over sunsets. Hybrid athlete logic. Commitment was honoured, but the FOMO refused to stay quiet. I had been invited to GWM FAM FEST and couldn’t make it, so I sent a trusted friend in my place and experienced the day through fragments: voice notes, videos, updates... - [Inside the world of Bad Influencer: The show that Blurs Luxury, Crime and Survival.](https://nounouche.online/inside-the-world-of-bad-influencer-the-show-that-blurs-luxury-crime-and-survival/): I’m sure we were all hooked by the first watch; very fast, gritty, and entertaining. Living in today’s South Africa has its challenges, some very far-fetched from the norm, but are lived realities for some individuals. That is what Kudi Maradzika envisioned when she had BadInfluencer in mind. Released on Netflix in late October 2025, the show quickly sparked social commentary. Bad Influencer shows the worst and best of both worlds. The fast life, how there is a blurred line between real and fake in influencer culture on Instagram, the harsh reality single mothers are sometimes faced with, and lastly,... - [Kits, Colours and the Quiet Politics of Sports Jerseys](https://nounouche.online/kits-colours-and-the-quiet-politics-of-sports-jerseys/): Sports jerseys have begun doing far more work in the world than we tend to acknowledge. They’re no longer only for match day, nostalgia, or what we call Date Night Drip. A movement I fully support, by the way. Gents, please continue. Beyond style and aesthetic appeal, jerseys now operate as social tools. They initiate conversations, signal belonging and, at times, grant access before a single word is exchanged. Whenever I wear my Orlando Pirates jersey, the response is immediate. A cheer from across the street. A nod of recognition. An unspoken understanding that I belong. When I wear my... - [The Importance of Creative Identity](https://nounouche.online/the-importance-of-creative-identity/): It’s Women Crush Wednesday, and here at Nounouche Magazine, we celebrate women who are shaping culture with intention, care and purpose. Today, that spotlight extends to the work being done by the Betway Cares Foundationm through its newly launched mentorship programme, Voices of Her, an initiative designed to empower young female vocalists across South Africa with the tools, guidance andconfidence to build lasting careers. At the heart of Voices of Her is a powerful focus on creative identity. Betway Cares understands that while talent may open doors, identity is what sustains a career. When young women are equipped with clarity... - [The Science of Intuition: How Liz BuiltMasodi Organics](https://nounouche.online/the-science-of-intuition-how-liz-builtmasodi-organics/): Most people who exit a business take time to regroup. They pause, reflect, perhaps give themselves a few months before considering what comes next. Liz Letsoalo did the opposite. In late July 2018, fresh from leaving a mobile salon business she’d co-foundedwith two of her best friends, she didn’t wait a single second. She drafted a rough concept, decided on a name, started a social media page, told as many people as she could about this new venture she was starting so she could be held to account, and threw herself into the research work needed to get products ready.... - [The Prodigy turns Nine!](https://nounouche.online/the-prodigy-turns-nine/): There are celebrations, and then there are moments that feel like a quiet shift in culture. This past weekend at The Magugu House, a nine-year-old named Shaka turned his birthday into an art exhibition, an unexpected fusion of childhood and creative conviction that felt less like a party and more like an unveiling. You’re not familiar with him yet but you will soon enough and not because his parents are Zakes Bantwini and Nandi Madida but because he’s an artist in his own right. His parents are icons in our cultural landscape so creativity isn’t foreign territory for him. But... - [Claudio Ofosu: Faith, Football, and the Pursuit of More](https://nounouche.online/claudio-ofosu-faith-football-and-the-pursuit-of-more/): There is a particular honesty to watching a player who runs for something bigger than the scoreboard. Claudio Ofosu is that kind of player. Off the pitch, he is deliberate: a life arranged around a single, non-negotiable centre. “I’m a child of God,” he says without procession. “I’m somebody that is deeply in love with Jesus. Jesus is my everything.” Those words are not a soundbite. They are the lens through which he reads the world, the compass that has guided him through a career where every club has been a classroom and every experience, a lesson. The turning point... - [SALOMON SPORTSTYLE: THE SHOE THAT'S REINVENTING HOW WE MOVE](https://nounouche.online/salomon-sportstyle-the-shoe-thats-reinventing-how-we-move/): This past weekend, Salomon gifted me a pair of XT-6s, and I can’t lie my excitement levels shot straight through the roof. I’ve been seeing these shoes everywhere lately, on people whose style I genuinely admire, and I’ve always wondered what the hype felt likeon foot. Now that I finally have a pair, I can’t wait to test them out properly this weekend. If you know me, you know I’m a full-time athleisure girl at heart. Give me tracksuits, gym tights, running tops, that’s my uniform! It’s how I think, move, and exist. And with Hyrox training in full swing,... - [As Tides Change: Anelisa Mangcu’s Meditation on the Fluidity of African Creativity](https://nounouche.online/as-tides-change-anelisa-mangcus-meditation-on-the-fluidity-of-african-creativity/): Under the Aegis – the independent Cape Town gallery founded by curator Anelisa Mangcu, opens As Tides Change, a group exhibition that feels less like a showcase of artworks and more like a collective exhale. It is an exhibition that asks its audience to slow down. To look again. To remember. Mangcu has always placed meaning in the quiet gestures of making the stitch, the dye, the repeated line, and As Tides Change extends that thinking into a broader conversation about transformation and the elastic nature of African identity. The exhibition brings together seven artists; Aaron Philander, Bubu Ogisi, Kimathi Mafafo, Lwando Dlamini,... - [African Artistry Meets Culinary Craft at Mount Nelson](https://nounouche.online/african-artistry-meets-culinary-craft-at-mount-nelson/): ount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town once again opened its doors to the city’s creative community for the fourth edition of CONFECTIONS x COLLECTIONS (CxC). Over three days, CxC celebrated slow fashion, culinary artistry and craftsmanship, showcasing visionary collections by Pan-African designers, set against the iconic backdrop of the Pink Lady.  This year, CxC unfolded through three distinct acts, each reflecting the theme of ‘Our Homecoming’ – a symbolic return to purpose, to self and to community. Together, these chapters wove the story of a contemporary cultural hub, celebrating Africa’s creative luminaries as they craft, define and shape the... - [AmaZulu FC and Nsingizini Hotspurs Crowned Joint Champions of the 2025 Prince Mangosuthu Legacy Cup](https://nounouche.online/amazulu-fc-and-nsingizini-hotspurs-crowned-joint-champions-of-the-2025-prince-mangosuthu-legacy-cup/): The 2025 Prince Mangosuthu Legacy Cup delivered a memorable conclusion in Ulundi on the 16th of November 2025, as AmaZulu FC and Eswatini’s Nsingizini Hotspurs FC were officially crowned joint champions after heavy rainfall forced the cancellation of the final. What began as a day set for celebration ended as a powerful reminder of the tournament’s deeper purpose , unity, community, and honouring a legacy that continues to shape KwaZulu-Natal. Persistent rain throughout the afternoon left the Prince Mangosuthu Regional Stadium waterlogged, making the pitch unsafe and unplayable. Following inspections and consultation with both clubs, organisers made the decision to... - [DIY Dreams from Thornville to the stage: Umzulu Phaqa Turns Vision into Visuals , Vibes and Success.](https://nounouche.online/diy-dreams-from-thornville-to-the-stage-umzulu-phaqa-turns-vision-into-visuals-vibes-and-success/): One of my favourite things to do when coming across a musician’s profile is playing their music while scrolling through their social media, perhaps hoping to grow more familiar, and just trying to align sound with a face. Sphiwe Moya, better known as Umzulu Phaqa,becomes almost immediately palatable; it almost makes sense that the sound is hers. Her reels and pictures easily match her unique sound and vibe. ‘A pure, authentic Zulu’ is what Umzulu Phaqa means, and you can tell right away that Sphiwe delivers something close to home with culture and authenticity woven into her music. Growing up... - [A Premiere Wrapped in Magic. SA Meets Hollywood in Now You See Me: Now You Don’t](https://nounouche.online/a-premiere-wrapped-in-magic-sa-meets-hollywood-in-now-you-see-me-now-you-dont/): If you don’t know, I’m part of The Secret Film Society, this beautifully chaotic film club where none of us know what movie we’re about to watch until the screen lights up. It keeps cinema exciting. So when the notification dropped, my brother and I moved fastbecause those seats don’t last. And this time was even more special, because it wasn’t just a screening, it was the South African Premiere of Now You See Me: Now You Don’t. The theme was glitz and glamour, so naturally we started guessing what the mystery film could be. We went through every sparkly... - [Shela Ledwaba’s Amara & Friends: A New Era of Family-Centred Beauty](https://nounouche.online/shela-ledwabas-amara-friends-a-new-era-of-family-centred-beauty/): When Shela Ledwaba opened the doors to Amara & Friends this month, she wasn’t just launching a salon , she was introducing a new way of seeing beauty and care. Tucked in the heart of the Winifred Mandela Precinct, the space feels like a quiet revolution. Bright, calm, and purposefully designed, it’s where family and wellness meet ,where a child’s first hair appointment can feel just as special as a mother’s. For Ledwaba, the idea came from watching her own daughter, Amara, grow up in salons that weren’t built with children in mind. “I noticed that while beauty salons are... - [LEGO South Africa Let Us Witness History… And We Were There For It](https://nounouche.online/lego-south-africa-let-us-witness-history-and-we-were-there-for-it/): You know what I love about what I do?It’s that every day is different. One moment, I’m in my room, writing about my thoughts with a cup of tea and soft music in the background and the next, I’m standing at Zwartkops Raceway, watching history unfold in front of me. On a random Monday, LEGO South Africa decided to shake the table, literally and creatively, with what they called THE BIGGEST UNBOXING EVER. The mystery? A helicopter flying overhead, holding a massive LEGO box that had everyone around me pulling out their phones and gasping. The suspense was cinematic. And... - [Beyond the Game: How Sport and Lifestyle Became the New Power Play](https://nounouche.online/beyond-the-game-how-sport-and-lifestyle-became-the-new-power-play/): Sport has always been about performance, who runs faster, scores higher, wins more. But in this new era, victory isn’t measured in trophies alone. It’s measured in influence. From football pitches to Formula 1 paddocks, teams are no longer just competing in sport they’re competing in culture. The real game now is played off the field, in collaborations that merge music, lifestyle, tech, and design into one global conversation. Take Arsenal’s collaboration with Stanley, the heritage water bottle company. What could have been a simple sustainability partnership turned into a lifestyle moment. Suddenly, fans weren’t just supporting their club, they... - [Leading Men: South African coaches thriving beyond our borders](https://nounouche.online/leading-men-south-african-coaches-thriving-beyond-our-borders/): They are the quiet architects of change , men who traded comfort for challenge, choosing to test their ideas and ambition far from home. In a sport that often celebrates players before those who guide them, three South African coaches are rewriting the story. Rulani Mokwena, Quinton Fortune, and Bradley Carnell are not simply working abroad , they are winning, redefining perceptions, and proving that South African coaching belongs on the global stage. Rulani Mokwena — calm, clever, and unbeaten in Algiers When Rulani Mokwena walked into MC Alger, he carried more than just a résumé, he brought a philosophy... - [Elana Drago Fabian: Grace in Motion](https://nounouche.online/elana-drago-fabian-grace-in-motion/): I attended an Amiri store launch in Johannesburg, and with all the people that filled the room, one woman stood out; tall, elegant, and striking. There’s a quiet elegance that lingers long after you’ve met her, the kind that doesn’t demand attention but naturally draws it. She had an air about her – poised yet warm, greeting everyone with a smile, posing effortlessly for photos. Later, I discovered she was none other than Elana Drago Fabian – model, coach, mother, wife, and entrepreneur. What I didn’t expect, though, was how grounded and introspective she would be. Elana carries a quiet... - [Full Circle: Noluthando Ngema’s Story Proves That Timing Is Everything](https://nounouche.online/full-circle-noluthando-ngemas-story-proves-that-timing-is-everything/): There is a particular lilt that enters Noluthando Ngema’s voice when she talks about her craft, a warmth that suggests she’s not just recounting her journey in the South African television landscape but reliving it. The 27-year-old actress from Pietermaritzburg speaks about acting the way some people speak about first loves: with certainty and with a kind of passion that makes you immediately believe her when she says this is the one thing she ever wanted to become. In conversation, as she shares the story of how she got here, you can’t help but believe in divine timing, not in... - [African trailblazers in women’s football — a celebration](https://nounouche.online/african-trailblazers-in-womens-football-a-celebration/): Across dusty pitches and packed stadiums, on neighbourhood fields and in the world’s biggest leagues, African women have rewritten what’s possible in football. They have carried nations, lifted trophies, broken records, and perhaps most importantly, widened the path for the next generation. This is a celebration: of pioneers who fought for space, of contemporary stars who command global stages, and of teams that turned hope into history. Many of the continent’s most influential players began on hand-me-down kits and improvised goals. Their journeys remind us that talent alone isn’t enough; it has to meet courage, resilience and opportunity. Asisat Oshoala... - [Never Settle: Redefining Power](https://nounouche.online/never-settle-redefining-power/): There are moments that feel like cultural reset buttons, days when beauty, legacy, and power converge effortlessly. Our Never Settle cover shoot with Noeleen Maholwana-Sangqu, Laconco, Sarah Langa, Stephanie Ndlovu, Toolz, and Kutlwano “The Boujee Traveler”was one of those moments. In partnership with Disney+’s latest series All’s Fair – by Ryan Murphy,  starring Kim Kardashian, Teyana Taylor, Niecey Nash, Naomi Watts, Sarah Paulsen and Glenn Close, redefining the politics of love, ambition, and self-worth. We gathered six African personalities  who embody that same fearless duality. Shot in Morningside, Johannesburg by the visionary Austin Malema of RTC Studios in a breathtaking... - [The Politics of Play: How Sport Taught Me to Understand the World](https://nounouche.online/the-politics-of-play-how-sport-taught-me-to-understand-the-world/): I’ve always said sport is the language I speak best, mainly because I’m obsessed but also because through them, I’ve come to understand the world. Sport taught me how power moves, how economies breathe, how race still defines access, and how politics hides behind sponsorship logos and national anthems. It’s the one arena where all of humanity’s contradictions coexist and for me, it has become both classroom and compass. When Roman Abramovich bought Chelsea Football Club in 2003, it was never just about football. Fulham, where Chelsea is based, is one of the wealthiest postcodes in London, an enclave of... - [Weekend Football Roundup: Victories, Setbacks, and Statements](https://nounouche.online/weekend-football-roundup-victories-setbacks-and-statements/): CAF Competitions : Dominance and Disappointments  South African football witnessed a weekend of continental triumphs and heartbreak as three PSL sides advanced to the CAF group stages, while one faltered. Mamelodi Sundowns were clinical once again, dispatching Remo Stars 7–1 on aggregate to cruise into the CAF Champions League group stages for the 11th consecutive season. After a dominant 5–1 first-leg win away from home, Miguel Cardoso’s side sealed the result in Pretoria with a composed 2–0 victory. The Brazilians were relentless in possession and precise in their finishing, a statement of intent for the campaign ahead. Kaizer Chiefs marked... - [The Little Cinema That Roars - Inside Joburg’s Trouble Film Club](https://nounouche.online/the-little-cinema-that-roars-inside-joburgs-trouble-film-club/): Cinema is supposed to be about more than just the movie. It’s supposed to be about the collective gasp in the dark, the way a story pulls you out of yourself and then drops you right back into your own life with sharper questions. Recently, I went to a tiny cinematucked into Parkhurst and I was reminded of exactly that. The occasion was Trouble Film Club, hosted by Athi Dantile every first Wednesday and Thursday of the month. If you haven’t heard of it yet, you soon will. The film club isn’t advertised on billboards or pushed through algorithmic feeds... - [Money Badoo, From Jozi to the World](https://nounouche.online/money-badoo-from-jozi-to-the-world/): When Money Badoo speaks, her energy is calm but certain, the kind that fills a room withoutneeding to announce itself. “I’m from what I like to call the dirty south of Johannesburg ,Ennerdale,” she laughs. Music was always there: a 12-year-old with a guitar, a young womanwho survived a freak accident and had to relearn how to walk. “That made me realize anythingcan happen,” she says. “I wanted to live fully. Now it’s 2025 and I’m a global superstar.” Through the Jägermeister Global Pass, Badoo recently performed and recorded in Germanywhich was her first time leaving the continent, and a... - [Bafana Bafana’s Triumphant Return to the World Stage](https://nounouche.online/bafana-bafanas-triumphant-return-to-the-world-stage/): For sixteen long years, South Africa has lived in the echo of 2010 , the sound of vuvuzelas, the pulse of pride, the heartbreak of near misses. But on a warm October night in Nelspruit, Bafana Bafana rewrote their story. With a commanding 3–0 win over Rwanda, they sealed qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, officially marking their first appearance since hosting the tournament fifteen years ago. This wasn’t just a football match. It was a reckoning, a release, a reminder that South African football still breathes  and breathes fire. The Road to Redemption The journey was messy, unpredictable,... - [CIRCUS MAXIMUS TOUR: TRAVIS SCOTT SETS FNB STADIUM ON FIRE ](https://nounouche.online/circus-maximus-tour-travis-scott-sets-fnb-stadium-on-fire/): The Travis Scott Circus Maximus Tour landed in South Africa on Saturday, 11 October — and it was nothing short of explosive. Hosted at the iconic FNB Stadium, the night proved why Scott is in a league of his own. Come rain or shine, over 90 thousands of fans held their ground, waiting an extra hour for the star to hit the stage. The delay didn’t dull the energy — if anything, it made the crowd louder. From chanting his name to singing their favourite tracks at the top of their lungs and opening up mosh pits with impromptu dance battles, the vibe was... - [Letsile Tebogo: Africa’s Lightning Bolt Finds His Lane And Redefines It](https://nounouche.online/letsile-tebogo-africas-lightning-bolt-finds-his-lane-and-redefines-it/): There’s a certain quiet to Letsile Tebogo before a race, a stillness that feels almost editorial: clean lines, restrained palette, Botswana blue draped like a signature. Then the gun sounds, and elegance becomes velocity. At just 22, Tebogo isn’t merely winning; he’s rewriting the visual language of sprinting cool, composed, devastatingly fast. In Paris 2024, the Tswana sprinter turned a global gaze into a continental moment, winning the Olympic 200m in a searing 19.46. It was Botswana’s first-ever Olympic gold, a performance so seismic the country declared a public holiday. For many, that image Tebogo wrapped in the flag under... - [CIRCUS MAXIMUS WORLD TOUR — The Countdown Begins!](https://nounouche.online/circus-maximus-world-tour-the-countdown-begins/): The wait is almost over! I South Africa welcomes one of the world’s most electrifying performers — Travis Scott. The internationally acclaimed rapper and producer, behind chart-topping anthems like “God’s Country,” “Fein,” “4×4,” and “Yosemite,” is set to light up Johannesburg for one unforgettable night. The CIRCUS MAXIMUS WORLD TOUR lands at FNB Stadium this Saturday, 11 October 2025, promising an experience fans will never forget. And it’s not just Travis taking the stage — Castle Lite Unlocks brings the heat to The Goldrush Domewith a killer local lineup featuring Kwesta, A-Reece, Blxckie, 25K, Touchline, and more. “From the minute you step out your front door to the moment you get home, we’re making sure every fan leaves feeling... - [Amajita Set for Colombia Test in U20 World Cup Knockouts](https://nounouche.online/amajita-set-for-colombia-test-in-u20-world-cup-knockouts/): Tonight, all eyes turn to Estadio Fiscal as South Africa’s Amajita take on Colombia in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile , a meeting that feels like a moment of reckoning for the African champions. Coming off a thrilling 2–1 win over the United States, South Africa arrive with momentum, belief, and the kind of unity that has carried them through a tricky group stage. Against the Americans, Raymond Mdaka’s side showed real grit,  falling behind early, forcing an equaliser through a Joshua Wynder own goal, and sealing the victory through Gomolemo Kekana’s composed... - [Stroke in Young People](https://nounouche.online/stroke-in-young-people/): Traditionally, strokes were considered a disease of middle-aged to aged  populations at risk, but over time, this is no longer the case. The prevalence of strokes keeps increasing in the younger population (under 45 years). An estimated 75 000 people in South Africa per year experience a stroke leading to mortality and disability. A stroke is simply defined as interrupted blood flow to the brain due to a blocked artery (ischaemic stroke) or bleeding in the brain (haemorrhagic stroke). If blood is no longer able to reach the brain due to a blocked or a burst artery, brain cells are deprived... - [The Prince Mangosuthu Legacy Cup, where Heritage Meets Lifestyle](https://nounouche.online/the-prince-mangosuthu-legacy-cup-where-heritage-meets-lifestyle/): Ulundi isn’t just hosting football on October 11 it’s preparing for a cultural celebration. The Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Legacy Cup has grown into far more than a tournament; it’s an annual moment where football, heritage, and lifestyle collide. This year’s lineup brings undeniable star power. Kaizer Chiefs, South Africa’s most followed team, will share the stage with AmaZulu, local champions Njampela FC, and the exciting visitors Nsingizini Hotspurs from Eswatini. But if you think this is only aboutgoals and penalties, think again. Philani Mabaso, who’s been part of the organizing team since the Cup’s inception, puts it simply: “A tournament... - [Meet Me at the Altar: Una Rams’ Sonic Vow of Love, Heritage, and Joy](https://nounouche.online/meet-me-at-the-altar-una-rams-sonic-vow-of-love-heritage-and-joy/): When Una Rams walks into a room, you notice the ease before the aura. His style is as fluid ashis sound: a mix of sleek tailoring and textured streetwear, eyes carrying the quiet certainty of aman who knows who he is becoming. At 29, the South African Grammy Award-winning singer,songwriter, and producer is not just releasing an album, he’s stepping into a new chapter of hislife, both as an artist and as a husband. His debut album, Meet Me at the Altar, is more than music. It’s a vow, a celebration, and anarchive, a sonic museum of culture and love.... - [Makhanj, Stixx & Deeper Phil Drop Infectious Amapiano Anthem “Kukuwe”](https://nounouche.online/makhanj-stixx-deeper-phil-drop-infectious-amapiano-anthem-kukuwe/): Makhanj has never been one to play it safe. The Eastern Cape-born singer, songwriter, and attorney has built her name on bold choices and boundary-pushing collaborations that stretch beyond the limits of Amapiano. With her latest single, “Kukuwe (Radio Edit)”, she brings together Stixx and Deeper Phil for a track that feels as urgent as it is soulful, an anthem that’s already poised to reverberate far beyond South Africa’s borders. Kukuwe is a collision of hypnotic grooves, smoky vocal layers, and the raw power of Amapiano’s iconic log drum. It’s a record that moves with intention, one built for dancefloors... - [Rebecca Joy Adams: Carrying Football’s Spirit Into Rugby Glory](https://nounouche.online/rebecca-joy-adams-carrying-footballs-spirit-into-rugby-glory/): Rebecca Joy Adams has never walked the easy road. First, she carved out her name as a professional footballer, thriving in a sport where women are still fighting for recognition and opportunity. Then, instead of settling into comfort, she made the audacious leap to rugby, a move that demanded a rebuilt body, a reimagined skill set, and an unshakable belief in her ability to adapt. Today, Adams is reaping the rewards of that risk. Turning out for Elsies River United, a community-rooted side in Cape Town’s northern suburbs, she helped the team clinch the 2025 Western Province Women’s Rugby Super... - [The Jazzy Joburg Market: Creativity, Culture and Community](https://nounouche.online/the-jazzy-joburg-market-creativity-culture-and-community/): At the heart of Johannesburg’s premier jazz festival, something magical is happening beyond the melodies. Nestled in the Level 0 Food Court of Joy of Jazz 2025, the Jazzy Joburg Market pulses with a different kind of rhythm – the creative heartbeat of 25 local small businesses showcasing everything from handcrafted jewellery to jazz-inspired home décor. “The Jazzy Joburg Market is a living, breathing expression of Johannesburg’s creative pulse”, explains Ms Nandipha Zonela, Chairperson of the Joburg Tourism Company. “It’s not just a shopping destination – it’s a cultural experience where the rhythm of jazz meets the rhythm of our... - [The Jazzy Joburg Market Returns for a Weekend of Art, Craft & Jazz](https://nounouche.online/the-jazzy-joburg-market-returns-for-a-weekend-of-art-craft-jazz/): Johannesburg’s creative heartbeat will be on full display later this month when the Jazzy Joburg Market returns as part of the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival. From 26–28 September 2025, the Sandton Convention Centre will be transformed into a lively cultural hub where music meets craft, artistry meets entrepreneurship, and festivalgoers can immerse themselves in the very best of the city’s creative spirit. The Jazzy Joburg Market has become a firm favourite on the festival calendar, and this year promises to be no different. Over three days, 25 local vendors will showcase everything from handcrafted jewellery and fashion to home décor and artisanal goods, all lovingly... - [Minnie Dlamini The Playmaker! Her Time, Her Terms!](https://nounouche.online/minnie-dlamini-the-playmaker-her-time-her-terms/): For two years, Minnie Dlamini and our Editor-in-Chief, Bonnie Meslane, circled the idea of a cover story. The timing never seemed to align, until now. Two months ago, they revisited the conversation, and here we are: an extraordinary piece of work, paired with a deeply personal interview led by her cousin, broadcaster Mthokozisi “MaBlerh” Cele. Minnie Dlamini, on her own terms. It’s a blazing Johannesburg afternoon in Randburg when we meet. Sunlight cuts through blinds and scrims, turning the studio into a stage. Photographer Austin Malema lifts his camera, and the room leans in. Minnie walks in denim shorts, black... - [Ballon d’Or 2025: Dembélé’s Redemption and Bonmatí’s Reign](https://nounouche.online/ballon-dor-2025-dembeles-redemption-and-bonmatis-reign/): Paris glimmered under a canopy of lights, the Théâtre du Châtelet buzzing with the kind of electricity that only football’s finest can summon. Last night wasn’t just a ceremony, it was a stage where stories of triumph, resilience, and sheer brilliance took centre spotlight. Ousmane Dembélé and Aitana Bonmatí emerged as the crowned monarchs of their craft, each carrying a narrative that stretches far beyond the pitch. For Ousmane Dembélé, the Ballon d’Or is more than a trophy; it is redemption, a chapter that rewrites every whisper of doubt that ever followed him. Years of injuries, inconsistent form, and unfulfilled... - [Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce: The Pocket Rocket Who Never Burned Out](https://nounouche.online/shelly-ann-fraser-pryce-the-pocket-rocket-who-never-burned-out/): Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has never been just about speed. She has been about defiance, heart, carrying Jamaica and women everywhere with her down every lane she’s ever touched. For close to two decades, she has made sprinting her canvas, painting it with golds, greens, yellows, and fire. In Tokyo 2025, at the age of 38, she stood in her blocks for the last time on the world stage. Not chasing legacy. Not chasing approval. Just running because running has always been her language of truth. A Beginning Written in Surprise Back in 2008, a young Fraser-Pryce stunned the world in Beijing... - [Makeup Skincare Tips](https://nounouche.online/makeup-skincare-tips/): The secret to stunning makeup isn’t just in the products you use or the techniques you master. It starts with how you prepare your skin. A well-prepped canvas makes all the difference between makeup that looks good and makeup that looks effortlessly flawless. So, if you are looking to elevate your makeup game, here are five essential skincare steps that will transform your makeup routine and help your look last all day. 1. Start with a Gentle, Thorough Cleanse Before applying any makeup, your skin needs to be completely clean and free of overnight buildup. Use a gentle cleanser suited... - [Tokyo Turn-Up: South Africa’s Push, Africa’s Triumphs and Records Rewritten at the World Championships](https://nounouche.online/tokyo-turn-up-south-africas-push-africas-triumphs-and-records-rewritten-at-the-world-championships/): The 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo have already delivered a whirlwind of drama, speed and history. From breathtaking sprints to record-shattering vaults, the track and field stage has seen African athletes shine brightly while South Africa continues to chase its podium breakthrough. South Africa’s flashes of brilliance, a record in the books South Africa came into Tokyo with a squad of 49, full of ambition and proven names. The first major headline belonged to the mixed 4×400m relay team, who smashed the African record in their heat with a slick 3:11.16 , bettering Kenya’s long-standing continental mark. Gardeo Isaacs,... - [Maline Aura Gives ‘Mabebuza’ a Bold Second Life](https://nounouche.online/maline-aura-gives-mabebuza-a-bold-second-life/): Maline Aura has breathed new life into her anthem Mabebuza with three bold remixes, each offering a unique vibe. &Lelz brings extrovert energy, Atmos Blaq infuses optimism, and Mdu aka TRP approaches the track with meticulous care. But let’s rewind a little. Thandolwethu Nkomo, better known as Maline Aura, is a singer born and bred in KwaZulu-Natal who has been making waves in the industry for years, collaborating with artists like Amanda Black, Sun-El Musician, Karyendasoul, and Zakes Bantwini. Breaking into the industry wasn’t just a career move, it was personal. “I’m the first in my family to do this, though my... - [Reimagining Beauty with Bhanti Qwesha](https://nounouche.online/reimagining-beauty-with-bhanti-qwesha/): Bhanti Qwesha takes fifteen vitamins a day. It’s not vanity, it’s survival. When you’re running a mobile beauty empire that spans four South African cities, when your office is wherever you can book space, when your next client might be in Cape Town today and Johannesburg tomorrow, your body becomes both your vehicle and your business asset. “I had to lose weight in order for me to run my business efficiently,” says Qwesha, founder of Blended by Bhanti, speaking matter-of-factly about the physical demands of her unconventional business model. “I take antioxidants to protect me against the environmental changes, anti-inflammatories,... - [Life Through Austin Malema's Lens](https://nounouche.online/life-through-austin-malemas-lens/): One weekend in Johannesburg, a young Austin Malema walked into parties with nothing but a camera. Little did he know, that lens would become his ticket into the creative industry and, years later, earn him global recognition. Austin has carved his path in his own distinct way, and his humble beginnings laid the foundation for a dream realized. Creativity has always been at the core of who he is. Starting in high school, he was captivated by writing and poetry, always aware that he would pursue a creative life. That dream never faltered, it just took a new direction. A... - [Bafana Bafana Aim to Keep World Cup Dreams Alive Against Lesotho](https://nounouche.online/bafana-bafana-aim-to-keep-world-cup-dreams-alive-against-lesotho/): South Africa’s national team will look to take another big step toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup tonight when they meet Lesotho in Bloemfontein. For head coach Hugo Broos, this is more than just a local derby – it is a must-win fixture in the qualification race. Pressure in Group C Bafana Bafana currently sit on top of Group C with 13 points, keeping them ahead of Rwanda and Benin (8 each), Nigeria (7), Lesotho (6) and Zimbabwe (4). Their commanding position was strengthened by a 2–0 victory over Benin earlier in the campaign, but Broos has stressed that the... - [The Art of Timeless Beauty - A dive Into K Naomi’s signature styles. ](https://nounouche.online/the-art-of-timeless-beauty-a-dive-into-k-naomis-signature-styles/): The multi-hyphenate creative, Keitumetse Naomi Phakathi better known as K Naomi on socials, is our Instagram favourite. She is best known for presenting on Top Entertainment in 2012, but a decade later, we see the South African TV star captivating people with her classy, simple and confident self.  As a creative setting foot in almost everything, Naomi authenticity is the key to standing out and loving more of what you do. And in that way, we can see individuality play out. It is an influencer’s duty to take something mundane and basic and shape it into their identity and personality.... - [Yamkela Tywakadi: A Storyteller Crowned at the National Arts and Culture Awards](https://nounouche.online/yamkela-tywakadi-a-storyteller-crowned-at-the-national-arts-and-culture-awards/): Every great award night has a story. Few are as inspiring as Yamkela Tywakadi’s. She is a writer, editor, and visionary whose children’s book Sanda Makes Some Money captured the nation’s heart and earned her top honours at the 2025 National Arts and Culture Awards. Her victory was more than applause and recognition. It celebrated a woman determined to transform the landscape of children’s literature. She crafts stories that delight, empower, and leave a lasting imprint on young minds. A Win with Meaning Sanda Makes Some Money is not just a charming tale , it is a story that teaches... - [Tatjana Smith Headlines Star-Studded SA Sports Awards Night](https://nounouche.online/tatjana-smith-headlines-star-studded-sa-sports-awards-night/): South Africa’s sporting excellence took centre stage this past weekend as the nation celebrated its finest athletes at the 18th edition of the South African Sports Awards, hosted at the Sun City Superbowl. The evening, themed “Celebrating Sporting Excellence”, was filled with pride, emotion, and recognition of remarkable achievements both on and off the field. The headline act belonged to swimming icon Tatjana Smith, who closed the chapter on her glittering career with a double triumph. The four-time Olympian, who last year bowed out of competitive swimming after her Paris 2024 heroics, was named both Sportswoman of the Year and... - [Springbok Women Deliver Statement Win in World Cup Curtain-Raiser](https://nounouche.online/springbok-women-deliver-statement-win-in-world-cup-curtain-raiser/): The Springbok Women could not have scripted a better opening act at the Women’s Rugby World Cup. A dazzling hat-trick from Aseza Hele lit the stage as South Africa swept Brazil aside with a commanding 66-6 victory at Franklin’s Gardens in Northampton. Ten tries, a relentless pace, and a crowd painted green and gold – it was the kind of performance that sends a clear message: the Bok Women have arrived, and they mean business. From the very first whistle, the Springboks looked sharper, faster, hungrier. Nadine Roos struck inside three minutes, feeding off a powerful surge from Hele to... - [Nanette: The Creative Captain of her Musical Ship](https://nounouche.online/nanette-the-creative-captain-of-her-musical-ship/): Nanette, the Durban-born R&B singer-songwriter whose soul-baring lyrics and genre-fluid sound have cemented her as one of South Africa’s most compelling new voices, has always been guided by an inner compass that points towards authenticity. What started as a creative outlet during lockdown while studying law has evolved into an impressive career trajectory that speaks volumes about following one’s passion. Her list of achievements is already substantial: a SAMA nomination for her debut Bad Weather, chart-topping collaborations with Kelvin Momo, and high-profile features alongside Nasty C, Blxckie and Tellaman on her acclaimed follow-up The Waiting Room. Fresh off opening for... - [Peter Shalulile Equals Nomvethe’s All-Time PSL Scoring Record](https://nounouche.online/peter-shalulile-equals-nomvethes-all-time-psl-scoring-record/): Peter Shalulile cemented his legacy in South African football on Wednesday night when he equalled Siyabonga Nomvethe’s long-standing Premier Soccer League goal-scoring record. The Mamelodi Sundowns forward struck his 129th goal in South African domestic football during a 2–0 victory over Magesi FC in Polokwane, drawing level with Nomvethe at the summit of the all-time charts. The Namibian’s milestone came in fitting fashion—clinical, composed, and decisive. After Jayden Adams had given Sundowns the lead in the second half, Shalulile delivered the killer blow with a curling finish from distance that not only sealed three points but also secured his place... - [Josiah De Disciple Brings Love & Spirit to Amapiano](https://nounouche.online/josiah-de-disciple-brings-love-spirit-to-amapiano/): In the ever-expanding world of Amapiano, few artists have managed to carve out a lane as distinct and spiritually resonant as Josiah De Disciple. Known for his deep, soulful productions and emotive storytelling, Josiah has become synonymous with a sound that heals as much as it entertains. Now, he’s preparing to share his most personal body of work yet, a brand-new EP titled uThando noMoya (Love & Spirit), set for release on Monday, 8 September 2025. At its core, uThando noMoya is more than just eight tracks woven together; it’s a meditation on the values that shape African homes, love, unity, resilience, and spirit. It’s... - [The Undeniable Rise of Our Uppity African - Tyla](https://nounouche.online/the-undeniable-rise-of-our-uppity-african-tyla/): South Africa’s hottest export is once again taking the world by storm. Tyla, the global hitmaker who redefined summer with her viral anthem Water, is back with a new EP, and the “Tygers” are roaring louder than ever. With skirts, crop tops, heels, shades, matching handbags, and her signature light braids with hoops, Tyla has perfected the carefree summer-girl aesthetic. But it’s more than just a look, it’s a lifestyle, a soundtrack, and a movement. This December, her fans across the world are asking: What’s the perfect Tyla package? The answer is simple: the sound, the style, and the spirit. The Rise of... - [Africa's Ballon d’Or Moment: Excellence, Records, and Historic Triumphs](https://nounouche.online/9893-2/): The 2025 Ballon d’Or is shaping up as one of the most historic editions in recent memory. This year, African talent is not merely represented, it is commanding the spotlight across all categories. From the men’s field to the women’s game and coaching recognition, African players and leaders have turned exceptional individual performances into tangible achievements, winning trophies, breaking records, and redefining global football narratives.  Serhou Guirassy – The Champions League Maestro Serhou Guirassy’s first season with Borussia Dortmund will be remembered as a historic campaign not just for the club, but for African football. The Guinean forward exploded into... - [ZAKES BANTWINI ANNOUNCES THE MAYONIE OPEN AIR FESTIVAL ](https://nounouche.online/zakes-bantwini-announces-the-mayonie-open-air-festival/): Johannesburg’s historic Constitution Hill will pulse with a new rhythm, one curated by none other than Grammy Award-winning artist, producer, and cultural icon, Zakes Bantwini. This will be the birthplace of the very first Mayonie Festival, a gathering that promises to reshape the landscape of South African music festivals and chart a bold course for the future of Afrohouse and Afrotech. For Bantwini, who has spent more than two decades pushing boundaries in sound and performance, Mayonie is not just another event, it is an expression of vision, culture, and identity. “This isn’t about recreating what’s already been done,” he explains. “Mayonie Festival will be... - [Women Changing Sport, Culture & The Future!](https://nounouche.online/women-changing-sport-culture-the-future/): Glow, Grit, & Sisterhood: Soft Power with Amanda Dlamini, Simangele “Smash” Hadebe & Lerato Phago On Thursday, 7 August, the studio, by mid-morning, felt like warm velvet. Sunlight spilled through the blinds, dust motes danced in the air, and R&B and soul rolled out of the speakers in slow, syrupy waves. People softened at the edges, makeup brushes moved slower, conversations lingered longer, shoulders loosened. By nightfall, the soundtrack had shifted. Amapiano basslines pulsed through the floor, three-step rhythms coaxed quiet head nods from the crew, and the air had that late-shoot electricity where tiredness meets adrenaline. It was the... - [Criselda Kananda: The Voice That Refuses to Fade](https://nounouche.online/criselda-kananda-the-voice-that-refuses-to-fade/): For more than two decades, Dr. Criselda Kananda’s voice has been a lifeline.Through health crises, political shifts, and personal storms, her calm authority has carried South Africans through some of their most challenging moments. But at 55, the woman once known for Positive Talk insists her greatest work is still ahead. “How do I summarise 55 years of living?” she muses, settling into conversation with the easy grace of someone who has mastered the art of connection. Born in Boksburg-Benoni, not the Eastern Cape as many assume from her Xhosa roots, Kananda’s life has been a tapestry of movement, adaptation, and reinvention.... - [Aging Out Loud: How Celebrities Are Redefining Beauty with Grace](https://nounouche.online/aging-out-loud-how-celebrities-are-redefining-beauty-with-grace/): Once upon a time, aging in Hollywood was considered a woman’s worst enemy. Wrinkles were erased, grey hairs dyed, and any sign of growing older was met with panic and procedures. But today, a quiet revolution is unfolding, led by women who are embracing their age with power, grace, and no filter. Pamela Anderson’s No-Makeup Moment Heard Around the World Pamela Anderson surprised the fashion world when she walked the Paris Fashion Week runways with a fresh, makeup-free face. Once known for her glam Baywatch look, Anderson has made headlines in her 50s for shedding the pressure to look perpetually... - [Gorge Makeup ZA is Redefining Beauty, One brushstroke at a time](https://nounouche.online/gorge-makeup-za-is-redefining-beauty-one-brushstroke-at-a-time/): In an industry often dominated by trends and aesthetics, Gorge Makeup ZA stands out as a brand rooted in authenticity, artistry, and heart. At the centre of it all is the founder, an inspiring Black woman whose journey from property to powder brushes is nothing short of remarkable. Nono Linchwe’s love for makeup started in an unexpected place, in the world of real estate. “In real estate, presentation is everything” she explains. “I became really interested in makeup as a way to enhance my professional image.” It didn’t take long for others to notice. Compliments turned into requests, and what... - [saveHXPE: Lesotho rapper rises to the occasion](https://nounouche.online/savehxpe-lesotho-rapper-rises-to-the-occasion/): Lesotho-born rapper, saveHXPE remembers his first beat. He was 9 years old, didn’t know what a snare really was, just layered sounds that felt right. “It was messy, off-grid, but it had heart,” he says. When he thinks about it now, he doesn’t cringe, he smiles. “That beat was my first real conversation with myself.” That conversation began with a computer his mother gave him at age 9. It wasn’t just a gift; it was foresight. “She saw her hope in me—literally. She named me Tshepo for a reason,” he explains. His name means hope in Sesotho, and his mother... - [Are You an Informed Patient?](https://nounouche.online/are-you-an-informed-patient/): The world around us is evolving faster than ever. Every day, new knowledge emerges and innovative tools transform the way we live. From voice-commanded phones to self-cleaning bots and smart kitchen appliances, our lives are increasingly automated, simplified, and enhanced. But amid all these advancements, one critical area often overlooked is how this rapid progress impacts our health and the way we manage it.The medical field is advancing just as quickly, with new treatments, technologies, and protocols being introduced constantly. Yet, many of these developments are not commonly shared in doctor-patient interactions. The traditional model of healthcare still places the... - [Popi Sibiya: No boxes, No rules, Too Brave to Be Tamed!  ](https://nounouche.online/popi-sibiya-no-boxes-no-rules-too-brave-to-be-tamed/): By Loyiso Gola In an era where luxury travel dominates our feeds; champagne in business class, infinity pools, curated photo ops, Popi Sibiya has chosen a different path. One that is unfiltered, unpredictable, and deeply human. It’s a path that has resonated far beyond her intentions. “I’m not a traveller,” she says plainly. “I’m an explorer. Travel is just the backdrop.” From hitchhiking across South Africa to navigating coups in West Africa, getting lost in panther-filled forests and hosting deeply personal conversations in isiXhosa, Popi’s journey is as spiritual as it is physical. And, somehow, it’s also incredibly grounded. Her... - [Wimbledon Whispers in Winter: AMEX Tennis Town Wraps Up Jozi’s Most Iconic July Affair](https://nounouche.online/wimbledon-whispers-in-winter-amex-tennis-town-wraps-up-jozis-most-iconic-july-affair/): As July draws to a close, we’re still basking in the afterglow of one of Johannesburg’s most stylish moments: AMEX Tennis Town at Montecasino, where Wimbledon’s elegance was reimagined with a bold Jozi twist. During Wimbledon, AMEX Tennis Town became the city’s most talked-about rendezvous, a space where fashion met sport and social calendars revolved around one simple brief: serve looks, not just aces. Winter’s chill was no match for the heat of Jozi’s style set. Tennis whites made their mark, pleats twirled with purpose, and oversized coats layered seamlessly over preppy knits proof that July belonged to fashion’s fearless,... ## Pages - [Nia Pearl's Soulful Return to Amapiano](https://nounouche.online/nia-pearls-soulful-return-to-amapiano/): Nia Pearl’s latest musical offerings, Enchanted Mantra and her EP Nia Lo, herald a triumphant return to the spotlight for the South African Amapiano artist. With a distinct blend of soulful vocals and innovative sounds, Nia Pearl showcases her growth and creative evolution, capturing the essence of both her artistry and personal journey. Enchanted Mantra stands out as a compelling example of Nia Pearl’s ability to push the boundaries of Amapiano. The single features a captivating mix of soulful melodies and jazzy Amapiano beats, brought to life by a stellar ensemble of collaborators. Partnering with the renowned Kelvin Momo, the... - [Videos](https://nounouche.online/videos/) - [Client Portal](https://nounouche.online/clients-2/): [jetpackcrm_clientportal] - [Client Portal](https://nounouche.online/clients/): [jetpackcrm_clientportal] - [News](https://nounouche.online/news/) - [Home](https://nounouche.online/home-2/): [vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)