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IOL News
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Nomzamo Mbatha, Bonko Khoza and more stars turn heads at 'Shaka iLembe' season 2 launch
"Shaka iLembe" actors Lemogang Tsipa, Nomzamo Mbatha and Zamani Mbatha. Picture: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers Image: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers African royalty lit up the gold carpet at the launch of season two of Mzansi Magic's award-winning series 'Shaka iLembe'. Mzansi stars made sure to put their best fashion foot forward and supported local designers with their outfits. From House of NTU, ImprintZA, NN Vintage to Gert Johan Coetzee were some of the local designers spotted on the gold carpet. Drums and traditional dancing had Montecasino in Fourways Johannesburg buzzing. Actors Bonko and Lesego Khoza on the gold carpet at the "Shaka iLembe" season two premiere. Picture: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers Image: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers 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 Next Stay Close ✕ Actor Bonko Khoza and his wife Lesego matched in blue for their entrance on the gold carpet. Lesego was dressed in a beaded couture look by Ntsike Ensembled that had her looking like the bell of the ball. Bonko for his first look was dressed by House Of Suitability, he later changed into a second look when he hosted the premiere's proceedings. House Of Suitability also dressed actor Vuyo Biyela, whose look was a fusion of African Royalty - with the hat borrowed from Nigeria and leopard skin for the Zulu touch. Musician and 'Genesis' actress also dazzled in blue in an outfit by NN Vintage that honoured her Tswana culture, with a little Zulu flair in honour of the occasion. Musician and actress KB Motsilanyane on the gold carpet at the "Shaka iLembe" season two premiere. Picture: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers Image: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers Presenter Ntombee Ngcobo-Mzolo enlisted ImprintZA for her outfits for the gold carpet and her premiere hosting duties, but her outfits failed to impress fashion critics. The cast of 'The Real Housewives of Durban' made an appearance on the gold carpet but some of the cast members' outfits were giving unplanned. Jojo Robinson threw on a leopard print jumpsuit, in the name of Zulu and Londie London even repeated an outfit but sustainable fashion, so how can we judge? Actress Sive Mabuya, also practised sustainable fashion by repeating her Xhosa wedding dress, for the premiere and added accessories from Sheila Masondo, who is the costume designer for 'Shaka iLembe'. The cast of season five of "The Real Housewives of Durban" on the gold carpet at the "Shaka iLembe" season two premiere. Picture: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers Image: Timothy Bernard/Independent Newspapers Nomzamo Mbatha was the talk of the premiere, in her one-of-a-kind couture dress by Gert Johan Coetzee. The couture ensemble entirely handcrafted took over 260 meticulous hours to complete, featuring more than 10,000 individually hand-stitched beads and over 1000 cowrie shells. Mbatha who is also an executive producer and lead actress of the historic series, wore the design with striking pride, turning heads all over the venue.
News24
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Africa's Dandy legacy - From migrant workers to Sunday best
If you've been paying attention to fashion, you've likely heard of Dandyism – a style movement making bold statements in tailored silhouettes and cultural storytelling. While the term isn't entirely new, it sparked renewed interest after the 2025 Met Gala, themed 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style', a tribute to the elegance of Black Dandies. Though The Met drew inspiration from old-school Atlanta, the true roots of Dandyism are deeply embedded in African fashion history. One key origin point is South Africa in the 1970s, where Zulu migrant workers used sharply tailored, colourful outfits to challenge apartheid-era ideas of Black masculinity. The look – similar to 'Sunday best' – was more than fashion, it was resistance. Groups like the Swenkas, often referred to today as part of the Nkabi drip, embodied this rebellion. Their flair is finally being appreciated, as more people explore the links between style, identity and African subcultures. To explore this legacy, we spoke to fashion designer Mzukisi Mbane, founder of Imprint ZA, a brand rooted in Afro-Futurism and Pan-African storytelling. 'Dandism, for me, is about our ability to express ourselves,' Mzukisi explains. 'It goes beyond clothing – it's a language that tells our stories and reflects the political and social realities we face.' He recalls the vibrant, expressive fashion of 1950s Sophiatown, where colour, texture and tailoring were tools of self-expression. Mzukisi cites icons like Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela and Sol Plaatje as early inspirations. 'My biggest takeaway from Dandy style is the importance of fine tailoring,' he says. 'My mom used to sew at home and watching her –from fabric selection to final fit – shaped my love for fashion.' African fashion has long influenced global runways, though recognition often lagged behind. Today, African designers are finally being included in the global conversation. 'African styles have always been present on the world stage,' he says. 'But now, African designers and subcultures are being credited. Our stories are being told by us.' He points to moments like Marc Jacobs' SS2002 collection, which featured Shweshwe prints, and Louis Vuitton's 2012 use of Maasai fabric, which sparked debate about cultural appropriation. When asked which designers champion the dandy aesthetic best, Mzukisi's answer is personal. 'I might be biased, but I'd have to say Imprint South Africa. That's what our brand ethos is all about – celebrating glamour and telling the stories of our African ancestors using prints, fabrics, and history,' he says. 'Our motto is simple: 'Leave a mark.'' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mzukisi Mbane (@mzukisimbane) If he were to style the ultimate African Dandy look today? 'I'd challenge traditional ideas of gender and masculinity – something bold, beautiful and unapologetic in a world that doesn't always welcome that kind of expression.' Show Comments ()
IOL News
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Mzansi celebrities light up Sandton for glamorous ‘Kings of Jo'burg' season 3 premiere
Actors Connie Ferguson and Malik Yoba who star as love interests in the third season of "Kings of Jo'burg". Image: Supplied/NetflixSouth Africa Mzansi stars lit up Africa's richest square mile, Sandton, as they celebrated the long-awaited launch of season three of the local series 'Kings of Jo'burg'. Dressed as Kingpins and Queenpins, South African celebrities, influencers, and creators mingled with the Netflix series' cast at the event. Faux furs and coats were the order of the night, from Rich Mnisi to ImprintZA. The cast of 'Kings of Jo'burg' made sure to dazzle, from creative prints on Zolisa Xaluva, angelic white hues from Maurice Paige, and fun rock and roll vibes from Llewellyn Cordier. The queen of 'Kings of Jo'burg' Connie Ferguson opted for a simple yet elegant white coat that brought her all-black outfit to life. Cindy Mahlangu rocked a black boob-tube dress that showed off her curved body. The actress kept her look clean and minimalistic with a simple diamond ring accessory. Actress Thembi Seete brought the jewel with her figure-hugging Otiz Seflo dress and rocked a platinum blonde fringe hairstyle. Hollywood was also in the building with executive producer Samad Davis and actor Malik Yoba in attendance. Yoba had everybody wanting to grab a picture with him, and he was ready to smile and snap away. The night was a content creator's paradise with photo and TikTok moments floating all around. 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 Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading One would have thought an episode of a reality show was being filmed with the former 'The Real Housewives of Johannesburg' cast members in attendance. Brinnette Seopela, Lethabo Lejoy Mathatho, and a friend of the show Success were in attendance. Executive producer Sonia Mbele was also there. Do let us know if you found a platform for the show. Netflix South Africa knows how to curate a good party from tarot readings to special performances from Clint Brink. Yes, remember the former 'Scandal!' actor is a musician and he had everyone dancing. Rapper Kwesta, top deck spinners DJ Zinhle and Morda had the crowd, from Connie and her daughter Ali to Lebo Molax and Cici to Her Majesty and her date AJ Mafokate dancing and singing the night away under the Sandton skyline. "Kings of Jo'burg" S3 is set to launch on Netflix on Friday, June 13. IOL Entertainment
News24
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Dr Tamaryn Green Nxumalo and more stun at the Nedbank Polo
Opulence and glamorous shone at Nedbank International Polo. This year's extravaganza delivered on a riveting polo match between South Africa and Argentina, chic marquees and, of course, luxurious fashion. Known as one of the country's most revered event on many social calendars, we spotted stars like Miss South Africa 2018 Dr Tamaryn Green Nxumalo and her husband, businessman Ze Nxumalo, Outlaws actress Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku, Imprint ZA designer Mzukisi Mbane and more enjoy a mix of indulgent hospitality at luxury marquees like Stella Artois and the EQUUS Lounge and expertly tailored style. Whether you're a fan of the polo and familiar with the game or not, few can deny the palpable excitement in the air as guests witnessed with close match, which saw Argentina claim a narrow victory. But the stars were there for the fashion, with guests like soccer legend Teko Modise telling TRUELOVE, 'I'm here for the horses and I'm here for the fashion but, most importantly, for the fashion. I love fashion, I love seeing how people actually express themselves via fashion.' A lover of fashion, soccer legend Teko Modise is most excited to see how guests embody avant garde style at the Nedbank International Polo. #NedbankPolo — TRUELOVE Magazine (@TrueLoveMag) May 17, 2025 As the sun set over Johannesburg's prestigious Inanda Club, here are some looks we spotted at the Nedbank International Polo: Shantal and Bohang Moeko in Imprint ZA Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku in Lindani Styling Lula Odiba Teko Modise Dr Tamaryn Green Nxumalo in Sherif Tailor and Ze Nxumalo Mzukusi Mbane in Imprint ZA Erin-Jane Miller and Bryan Miller Tshiamo Modisane Chef Benny Masekwameng
Vogue
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
The Outsize Artistic Legacy of Koyo Kouoh
When I met Koyo Kouoh earlier this year, the Investec Cape Town Art Fair had flooded the city with curators, collectors, artists, and admirers. At Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), where Kouoh had reigned as director since 2019, she was in the middle of hosting, chairing, and orchestrating a week that pulsed with creative momentum. She arrived a few minutes late—unsurprising, given her high demand. Still, she walked in like someone who knew exactly what time it was. No wasted movements, no small talk. There was a cadence to her focus that felt boardroom-sharp, perhaps a holdover from her former life in finance. The conversation opened like a ledger: direct, deliberate, and structured. But then we spoke of art, and the edges softened. When we reached the subject of community, artists on the continent, and the work happening in Cape Town, Dakar, and across the African diaspora, her posture shifted, her voice warmed, and her eyes brightened. You could feel it then: the depth of Kouoh's love for this world she helped build, not just as a curator or cultural gatekeeper but as someone who had devoted her life to creating room for others to thrive. We spoke about the need to celebrate artists locally before seeking recognition abroad (as she put it: 'We have to see ourselves first'); about staying rooted, even when the winds of relevance and ambition try to lift you off the ground; and about the importance of keeping hubris in check—how one must always remain focused on the work, not on the noise that surrounds it. It struck me that day—and still does, in the wake of Kouoh's sudden death, at just 57, over the weekend—that for someone who had ascended to the most visible heights of the art world (she had recently been named curator of the 2026 Venice Biennale), Kouoh moved with the soul of someone who never forgot why she started. She didn't chase legacy; she nurtured it. 'There are so many urgencies,' she said. 'You just have to do the work.' Kouoh and her community of creatives. From left: Imraan Christian (in ReThread), Ayotunde Ojo (in BAM Collective), Berni Searle (in an Imprint ZA dress and Pina Jewels earrings), Koyo Kouoh (in Imprint ZA), Kamehalo Blessing Rooi (in a BAM Collective top and MaXhosa shorts), Zizipho Poswa (in MaXhosa), Francesco Mbele (in ReThread), Igshaan Adams (in Viviers Studio and a Selfi lapel pin), Elise Wessels (in a ReThread dress, BAM Collective sleeves, and Pina Jewels jewelry), and Boemo Diale (in a BAM Collective dress, Pina Jewels earrings, and a MaXhosa pin). Photographed by Imraan Christian South Africa and the artists working within it became one of the mirrors Kouoh helped to polish. Through Zeitz MOCAA, she nurtured not just an institution but an atmosphere, one that let artists go inward and create not merely for spectacle, but for truth. Kouoh felt that physically having the room to make art was effectively as vital as the creation itself. 'The artistic space,' she said, 'is a space of freedom, of the imaginary. It gives you room to breathe, reflect, and project.'
