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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
The Herald
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald
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.'
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.'
News24
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Rebecca Malope's 40-album career honored at Metro FM Awards
It was a night of glitz and glamour at Mbombela stadium in Mpumalanga. Stars came out for the METRO FM Music Awards 2025 to celebrate the contribution made by South African musicians and entertainers. Themed 'Crowning Greatness', the event saw stars 'receive their flowers.' Gospel legend Dr. Rebecca Malope (58) was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award together with Kwaito artists, TKZee. 'God is good!' she told Drum, kissing her trophy. 'I am truly honoured.' She started making music in 1984, at 16 years old. She has more than 40 albums under her belt. The Angingedwa singer says she does not take any form of recognition for granted and she appreciates every award as it shows through the years it has touched lives. Read more | Dr Rebecca Malope on life after retirement and her advice to upcoming artists 'I am blessed to still be around in 2025 when many of my peers have passed. I am honored that also my music has lived through the different generations, she adds. 'Staying relevant is not something one forces. But when your music has a message - it will last a lifetime.' Almost in tears, Sis Ribz as she is affectionately known by her fans, says it has not been an easy journey. 'The music business is tough emotionally and financially. But we do it for the love.' A few weeks ago, she was criticised on social media after an old video of her performing alongside controversial pastor Sheperd Bushiri went viral. Read more | Rebeca Malope stunned by her statue – 'When I was called on stage, I thought I was getting flowers' 'I am used to criticism. I am human, it hurts at times but I know who I am. I have never gone to his church, I was booked to perform at an event and he happened to be open to the guests." Sis Ribz concludes that her music does not discriminate. 'Gospel music is for everyone, and it does not discriminate or choose who it heals. I am just hoping my music lives for more generations and continues to heal people.'
News24
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Rebecca Malope demands R1 million from P&G for 'unlawfully' using her image
The legendary award-winning gospel singer-turned-designer, Rebecca Malope, is demanding more than R1 million from Procter & Gamble SA (P&G). The company produces and distributes well-known products, including Ariel washing powder, which Malope became a brand ambassador for in 2016. According to the court document, which City Press has seen, the parties' contract would start on 1 July 2016 and end on 30 June 2017. According to the document, the parties kept on renewing the contract until September 2022, and the agreement was not extended beyond that. However, P&G continued to manufacture products displaying Malope's face until this year. Filed at the Pretoria High Court in April, the document states that since the Ngegazi Lemvana singer would have been paid R350 000 per contract that gave P&G permission to use her image, she is now owed about R1 million in total for 2023, 2024 and 2025. The document further indicated that Malope had tried to amicably resolve the matter with P&G several times, but the company was not cooperative. The document claimed that P&G, through its lawyers, suggested a settlement after Malope had involved her lawyers in the dispute. The settlement was allegedly drafted by P&G's lawyers and Malope signed it, however, P&G itself allegedly did not sign the settlement. According to the court document, this suggested to Malope that the company did not want to amicably resolve the matter, which is why she took the matter further. The court process would be costly, so Malope also wanted P&G to cover her legal fees. When contacted for comment, the Umoya Wam hitmaker told City Press that it was heartbreaking that things had reached this point. "I feel deeply disrespected by their team, especially because we didn't come to them in a confrontational way. We approached them calmly and respectfully, simply saying: 'Let's fix this.' We've always had a great relationship with Ariel, and we genuinely wanted that to continue," she said. Malope added that when she worked with the washing powder brand, she gave it her all and represented it with pride. Being treated this way was not only unfair, but also disrespected everything she stood for, she said, adding: All we asked was to address the fact that I haven't been paid, despite my image being used for the past couple of years. But, instead of working with us to resolve it, they were just not cooperative. That's what's most disappointing – and hurtful. I've been working in this industry for over 36 years. People know that I carry myself with integrity. I take my work seriously, I'm professional and I absolutely love what I do. The former It's Gospel Time presenter said this situation had been stressful for her, especially considering that she and P&G had had a strong relationship since their partnership began in 2016. She recalled the work they did together, including travelling in and outside South Africa to promote the brand. She said things took a turn when a new team took over. Malope shared that the relationship had turned sour despite much investment into it over the years, and that had been tough to deal with. "Things continued smoothly through the contract renewal in 2021, which covered us through to 2022. Up until that point, we were genuinely happy with how everything was going. But ever since the new team took over, it's been a different story," she said. The legendary singer added: "It feels like they're completely unaware of the foundation we built over the years with the previous team. That's been really disappointing because, instead of continuing to grow that trust and connection, it feels like all of that history is being overlooked." Malope confirmed that, before she and her team involved lawyers, they had tried engaging with P&G, but that did not work out. She said they wanted to resolve the issue based on the agreement she had with the company, but they allegedly denied entering into any agreement with her as the brand ambassador. Malope said: After receiving the evidence, they came back and offered to settle for an undisclosed amount. I'd prefer not to get into the details of that figure. But then, surprisingly, they later changed their minds and decided not to go ahead with the settlement at all. That's when we felt we had no choice but to involve our lawyers to help us bring this situation to a close and hopefully reach a fair settlement with the team. The former Clash of the Choirs SA judge said that all she wanted was for P&G to do what was right, and she hoped that the court would reach a fair resolution and settle the matter respectfully.
