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The Citizen
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Forbes and Basadi celebrates Ferndale Ridge music manager
Local resident Tholsi Pillay is earning well-deserved praise for her work behind the scenes in South Africa's music industry. From her home in Ferndale Ridge, Pillay was recently named Champion of Entertainment Promotion at the 2025 Forbes Woman Africa Awards, and she's now a finalist for Artist Manager of the Year at the upcoming Basadi in Music Awards. Best known for managing Grammy-winning flautist Wouter Kellerman, Pillay has helped take South African talent to international stages, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Centre, and the FIFA World Cup closing ceremony. Her efforts have not only boosted Kellerman's career; they have supported rising stars like the Ndlovu Youth Choir, who reached the finals of America's Got Talent. Read more: Blairgowrie Music Concert stars set to compete internationally She explained that the Forbes award isn't just a personal win. 'It recognises all of us working in the background,' she said, adding that a lot of creative work happens offstage and often goes unnoticed. Pillay has lived in Ferndale Ridge for over a decade. 'This suburb is my creative space. Randburg gives me the quiet I need to plan big moves while staying connected to Johannesburg's fast pace.' The Basadi in Music Awards will take place on August 2 at the Joburg Theatre. Pillay is nominated alongside other top managers, such as Hloni Mohlala and Phindile Matroshe. As co-owner of Kellerman Music and a voting member of the Recording Academy (Grammys), Pillay continues to influence the industry. She has also co-produced projects featuring artists like Zakes Bantwini and Nomcebo Zikode, including one that earned Grammy recognition. Looking ahead, Pillay hopes her recent honours will inspire more recognition for those working behind the curtain. 'We don't always get the spotlight, but that doesn't mean we don't make the magic happen.' Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Rebecca Malope to receive lifetime honour at Basadi in Music Awards
The awards recognise women across a range of categories in music, media, and entertainment. Legendary gospel artist Dr Rebecca Malope will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards. The 4th annual ceremony is set to take place on Saturday, 2 August, at the Joburg Theatre. 'We are proud to announce our Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Dr Rebecca Malope… Her soul-stirring voice and unwavering dedication have shaped the heartbeat of our nation's music for decades,' the organisation announced. Malope, often referred to as the Queen of Gospel, has had a career spanning more than three decades and remains one of South Africa's most celebrated artists. In addition to Malope's honour, the awards will recognise women across a range of categories in music, media, and entertainment. ALSO READ: Wilson B Nkosi to receive Lifetime Achievement honour Full list of Basadi in Music Awards 2025 nominees The awards will be held over two days, starting on Friday, 1 August 2025, with the Vanguard Awards, which honour women working behind the scenes in entertainment. The main Basadi in Music Awards ceremony will take place the following day, Saturday, 2 August, at the Joburg Theatre, recognising musical excellence across a wide range of genres and categories. The Vanguard Awards – Day 1 Artist Manager of the Year: Hloni Hlo Mohlala Phindile Matroshe Tholsi Pillay Maphuthi Perez Miss T Thwala Entertainment Radio Presenter of the Year: Relebogile Mabotja – 702 Unplugged Sessions Lootlove – The Touchdown on Metro FM Hlekani Shikwambana – Capricorn Experience, Capricorn FM Lebo Maoela – Lesedi FM Kgomotso Meso – Kaya 959 Mannehileng Letuka – Lesedi FM Entertainment Journalist of the Year: Keitumetse Maako – News24 Joy Mphande – TshisaLIVE Nokuthula Zwane – Media24 Mbali Mbatha – City Press Mapule Pule – Maftown Online Choreographer of the Year: Delta the Leo Bontle Modiselle-Moloi Tlhogi Molefi Entertainment TV Presenter of the Year: Lerai Newsish – MTV Base Zanele Potela – Hotspot Seli Mpumi Mlambo – Ushuni Womhlaba, SABC 1 Best Styled Artist of the Year: Faith K Moozlie Kamo Mphela Anele Zondo (Ney the Bae) Entertainment TV Producer of the Year: Relebogile Mabotja – Tyla's Showmax Homecoming Concert Dineo Lusenga – The Orbit (YouTube) Entertainment Radio Producer of the Year: Tlou Tlonae – Capricorn Breakfast, Capricorn FM Phindile Mthombeni – The AM Prime Show, Emalahleni FM Noni Khumalo – The Lunch League Y Dineo Lusenga – The Midday Link Up, Metro FM Make-Up Artist of the Year: Bongi Mlotswa Nomsa Madida Nono Linchwe Stephy Kwanaite Hairstylist of the Year: Hair by Nana R Ntombomzi Lekgoro Mbalezwehair Jullz_Hairstylist Tumelo Mj Afrobotique Podcast Presenter of the Year: Pharoahfi – Popcorn and Cheese Relebogile Mabotja – The Relebogile Mabotja Podcast Laconco – Timeline with Laconco Si Jones – Si Sessions Africa The Music Awards – Day 2 Afropop Artist of the Year: Zethe – Abantu Nomakhosini – Angsafuni Ngami Motlanalo – Goya Goyile Naledi Aphiwe – Romeo and Juliet Lwah Ndlunkulu – Mnakwethu Amapiano Artist of the Year: Kamo Mphela – Woza Pabi Cooper – Pabi Jo Zee Nxumalo – Ngisakuthanda Bassie Kwelanga – 2.0 Babalwa M – Bothata Sofnfree Artist of the Year: Zee Nxumalo – Ngisakuthanda Xolly Mncwango – Liyabasebenzela Kamo Mphela – Woza Nontokozo Mkhize – Esandleni Makhadzi – Number 1 Collaboration of the Year: Cici & Liema – Pantsi Impumelelo Babalwa M & Yallunder – Mthuthuzeli Mpho Sebina & Lioness Ratang – Lioness Nosipho, Cici & Liema – Home Boohle, DEE Koala & K Mat – Iskhath' Sam Manje Dance Artist of the Year: Manana Highness – Mdali Makhadzi – Number 1 Shandesh – Sdudla/Slender Kharishma – Chokesmal Azana – Abogogo DJ of the Year: Lerato Kganyago DJ Tshepi Lamiez Holworthy DJ Zinhle Kele Megano Gospel Artist of the Year: Mapula Monyepao – Hale Phirimile Nontokozo Mkhize – Esandleni Sneizy Uyinqaba – Yethu Xolly Mncwango – Liyabasebenzela Sindi Ntombela – Ulithemba Lethu Hip Hop Artist of the Year: Ms Kulie – Dyi Baddie Nadia Nakai – No Problems Gigi Lamayne – Bleed Mama StaticFlo – Seven7 Faith – K Qosh Jazz Artist of the Year: Salphina Kadiaka – Champaign Rorisang Sechele – Tsoga Tshenolo – Freedom Song Gabi Motuba – Order My Steps Reggae Artist of the Year: Dimahr – Dry Tears Undefynd – Danceholic Lani M – Carried Away Sankie Fayauman – Motherland MadaGlory – Graceful Dub Traditional Artist of the Year: Phumla Music – Makhonjwa MmaAusi – 2 Pula Esther Mphahlele – Basadi Miss Hillary – Hangwani Song of the Year: Zee Nxumalo – Ngisakuthanda Bassie Kwelanga – 2.0 Nontokozo Mkhize – Esandleni Aya Msani – Dubai 2.0 Lwa Ndlunkulu – Mnakwethu Songwriter of the Year: Bongiwe Mngomezulu – Uyangihola Liema Pantsi – Let Me Be Cnethemba Gonelo – Lindishonele Motlanalo – Goya Goyile Zoe Modiga – Uyakhazimula Newcomer of the Year: Nonny Muji – Nguye Ayarhkay – Hamba Lani M – What You Made Of Mega Snowflake – Aketeng Pop Artist of the Year: Chante – Stay the Night Tasha Baxter – Bipolar Bear Jamie Lee Sexton – Missing Anica Kiana – Kiss Me Hard Music Video of the Year: Liema Pantsi – Let Me Be Zee Nxumalo – Ngisakuthanda Naledi Aphiwe – Ngiyabonga Kharishma – Chokeslem Pabi Cooper – Pabi Jo NOW READ: Like father, Like son: Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh earns law degree
TimesLIVE
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Basadi in Music Awards to honour Rebecca Malope with lifetime achievement recognition
Gospel star Rebecca Malope will be honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's Basadi in Music Awards on August 2 at the Joburg Theatre. 'Receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award is such an honour, I'm grateful beyond words,' she told TshisaLIVE. Rebecca, whose real name is Batsogile Lovederia Malope, rose to stardom when she won the Shell Road to Fame competition with her gospel anthem Shine On in 1987 and has been making strides since. The singer, dubbed 'The queen of gospel', has had a career spanning four decades with more than 36 albums to her name and more than 10-million records sold worldwide. 'To still be seen and celebrated after so many years in this industry is a great blessing from God — one I never take for granted.' Beyond the music scene, Rebecca has earned her stripes in other avenues. She hosted the TV show It's Gospel Time for 15 years, served as a judge on Clash of the Choirs and was awarded the Order of Ikhamanga by President Cyril Ramaphosa in 2021 for her contribution to South African arts. While she is not done making music yet, Rebecca is also preparing to venture into the fashion industry by launching her first collection. 'I'm in my sewing studio creating a dress from scratch to mark this moment. It's not just a celebration of where I've been but of where I'm going. I'm stepping into a new chapter, adding fashion design to the journey, and I'm excited for what's ahead.'
IOL News
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
From Bezos' wedding woes to breakup bombshells: your celebrity scoop of the week
Rapper Cardi B recently announced her highly anticipated sophomore album after seven long years. Image: Instagram This week the world of celebrities brought everything from surprise music announcements to lavish weddings and divorces. Here's your weekly dose of the latest international and national entertainment buzz: 1. Hungani and Stephanie Ndlovu confirm divorce After a publication revealed that the television couple had reached an "irreparable disintegration" of their relationship, Hungani and Stephanie have broken their silence on the matter. They took to social media to confirm that they are going their separate ways, and they added that while they had initially planned on sharing the news with the public in their preferred timeline, they were forced to address the news now. South African celebrity couple, Hungani and Stephanie Ndlovu have confirmed their split. Image: Instagram 2. Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani shares joyful pregnancy news Actress Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani revealed this week that she is expecting her first child. She took to Instagram to share pictures of her wearing a cropped black and white jersey, which revealed her baby bump. Her pregnancy announcement comes after fans speculated that she has a bun in the oven at the premiere of 'Shaka iLembe' season two. Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani shared that she is pregnant. Image: Instagram 3. Anele Mdoda reveals newlywed bliss The radio host opened up about her new chapter as a bride in a conversation with Trevor Noah in the latest episode of his "What Now with Trevor Noah" podcast. Mdoda tied the knot early this year with Bonelela James in the Eastern Cape. She revealed that she's "spoiled, pampered and she feels protected." Mdoda added that: ' I've literally found an equal, like he is my dude, he's my guy… he's the one person in the world that I don't have to convince to be on my side. He is automatically on my side." Anele Mdoda shared on a podcast that her new chapter of being a bride has been filled with nothing but joy. Image: Instagram. 4. Relebohile Mabotja and Makhadzi receive nods at the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards As the highly anticipated awards approach, Relebogile Mabotja is at the forefront of the nominations pack. She has been nominated in the categories of Entertainment Radio Presenter of the Year, Entertainment TV Producer of the Year, and Podcast Presenter of the Year. Meanwhile, singer Makhadzi received two nominations for her electrifying hit "Number 1", vying for both Dance Artist of the Year and Artist of the Year. Makhadzi and Relebohile Mabotja are amongst many women in the entertainment industry who received nominations at the Basadi in Music Awards. Image: Instagram 5. Tyla announces the release date for her new single "Is It" Tyla is putting in the work! The multi-award-winning singer has officially shared the pre-save link for her highly anticipated single 'Is It' after her recent success from another single 'Bliss' and a collaboration with the 'Smurfs' and hosting the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards. The upcoming track is already a hit on TikTok. The single also features Tyla's signature blend of Afro-pop and R&B. South African pop star, Tyla has announced the released date for her new single "Is It" Image: Image:Instagram/@shopsosko 6. Cardi B announces her highly anticipated album Excitement from the 'Bardi Gang' has been making waves on the internet after Cardi B finally announced the release date of her long-awaited album 'Am I the Drama'. The musician took to social media to reveal that the sophomore album will be released this year in September, nearly seven years after she released her album 'Invasion of Privacy'. US rapper, Cardi B has been making a buzz on the internet after she revealed the release date and cover of her highly anticipated album "Am I the Drama" Image: Instagram/@iamcardib 7. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Venice wedding venue moved amid protests Protesters' threats to fill Venice's canals with inflatable crocodiles have forced Jeff Bezos to relocate his wedding party in the city. This comes after residents accused the billionaire of shutting down Venice. The star-studded three-day wedding is set to be attended by Hollywood A-listers, including reality star Kim Kardashian, talk show host Gayle King and Microsoft boss Bill Gates, amongst others. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's three-day wedding threatened to come to a halt amid Venice protests. Image: Instagram 8. Amanda Bynes set to go through weight-loss transformation using Ozempic The former child star revealed that she is embarking on a weight-loss journey in the hopes of shedding 40 pounds (about 18 kilograms) through Ozempic. The medication, which is traditionally prescribed for type 2 diabetes, is now commonly used amongst many celebrities who want to lose weight, including Meghan Trainor, Lizzo and Kelly Clarkson. Former Nickelodeon star, Amanda Bynes recently shared that she is going on a weight-loss journey using Ozempic. Image: Amanda Bynes/ Instagram 9. Brandy and Monica reunite after Ticketmaster slip-up After Ticketmaster accidentally revealed tickets that suggested the two stars would tour from November 13, the legendary R&B singers, Brandy Norwood and Monica Arnold, have officially announced their upcoming shows. The singers announced their co-headlining "The Boy Is Mine" tour on social media, sharing a two-minute film which depicts them breaking free from an asylum and using their powerful vocals to escape. The US tour is set to run through December. Brandy and Monica announce the dates for the highly anticipated 'The Boy Is Mine' tour for 2025. Image: X 10. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom breakup rumours The celebrity couple have been making a buzz on the internet lately after it was reported that the pair are no longer together. Even though they have not yet confirmed the news, multiple publications have reported that Bloom introduced himself as a 'single man' at Jeff Bezos' wedding in Venice while Katy Perry is in Australia for her "Lifetimes" Tour.
IOL News
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Celebrating female talent: Relebogile Mabotja and Makhadzi nominated for the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards
Relebogile Mabotja scored nominations across radio, TV and podcasting. Image: Supplied As the countdown begins for the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards, South Africans have cast their votes for the female trailblazers who are reshaping the entertainment landscape. The awards honour women shaping the entertainment landscape through creativity, resilience and influence. The Basadi in Music Awards has long stood as a beacon for recognising female talent, and this year takes a significant leap forward with an expanded range of categories. Women from various sectors of the entertainment industry will receive awards across new categories like Manager of the Year, Makeup Artist of the Year, Podcast Presenter of the Year and Choreographer of the Year, in addition to traditional honours. Among the notable nominees this year, Relebogile Mabotja leads the nominations pack with a remarkable three nominations in the categories Entertainment Radio Presenter of the Year, Entertainment TV Producer of the Year and Podcast Presenter of the Year. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Makhadzi, DJ Zinhle and Zee Nxumalo are also on the list. Mabotja will be up against the likes of Lootluv, Dineo Lusenga and "The Real Housewives of Durban" reality star, Laconco in respective categories. Speaking on her triple nomination, Mabotja said: "It's such a blessing to be recognised across the different mediums I pour my heart into. Each space allows me to connect with people in a unique way, and I'm so grateful to every listener, viewer, subscriber, follower and voter who has supported my journey and continually shares love for my work." Joining Mabotja in the fray is singer Makhadzi, who has received two nominations for her electrifying hit "Number 1" vying for both Dance Artist of the Year and Artist of the Year. Makhadzi. Image: Instagram The competition is fierce, especially in the coveted DJ of the Year category, where DJ Zinhle will face off against notable figures such as Lerato Kganyago, Lamiez Holworthy, Kele Megano and DJ Tshepi. The emerging talents, including newcomers like Nonny Muji, Ayarhkay, Lani M and Mega Snowflake, add another layer of excitement to this year's nominations. Hloni Modise Matau, CEO of the Basadi in Music Awards, expressed her excitement for this year's event: "These awards celebrate female excellence in the music industry. While progress has been made, there is still work to be done. Big things happen when women support each other. This is for all queens with big dreams who may be hesitant, I want them to see that achieving greatness is possible." As anticipation builds for this extraordinary celebration of feminine excellence, the Basadi in Music Awards continue to forge pathways for recognition and empowerment, proving that the contributions of women in entertainment are both vital and transformative. The 2025 Basadi in Music Awards will be held on August 1 and 2 at the Joburg Theatre.
