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IOL News
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Netizens react to DaBaby sampling Maskandi hit song 'Wenhliziyo Yami' in viral TikTok video
American rapper DaBaby sent social media into a frenzy after he sampled a popular Maskandi song. Image: Instagram No DNA, just RSA! American rapper DaBaby (real name Jonathan Lyndale Kirk) has gone viral in Mzansi after he sampled a Maskandi track titled 'Wenhliziyo Yami' by a South African singer, Zwide. The 33-year-old rapper shared a snippet of a video of his unreleased song on his social media platforms, which has since gone viral and sparked a reaction from netizens. While he did not share the title of the upcoming track, what captured the attention of South Africans was the lyrics that he is singing, which are the complete opposite of what is being sung in the original song. The video has amassed over 1 million views on TikTok, over 190 000 likes and over 10 000 comments. According to 'Daily News', recent data from Spotify has revealed that Maskandi has emerged as South Africa's fastest-growing genre over the past two years, with almost half of its listeners under the age of 35. Maskandi is an age-old Zulu genre that has been making waves in South Africa, with many Maskandi artists experiencing a resurgence of growth in their music this year. One of those artists includes Zwide, whose song 'Wenhliziyo Yami' was sampled in DaBaby's upcoming song that has since taken social media by storm. In a conversation with 'Independent Media Lifestyle', Zwide, born Sthabiso Nxumalo, shared his thoughts about seeing his hit song, which features well-known acts like Mafikizolo and Umehlabomvu, being sampled by an international artist. 'I was very happy to see a person that does not know IsiZulu, sing along to the song like that,' he shared. The 'iAttention' singer further revealed that there had been no prior conversation between him and DaBaby about sampling the song. 'No, he did not speak to anyone about the song because I did not even know anything about it,' he added. However, it still remains unclear whether the American rapper sampled Zwide's original song or one of the renditions that have since gone viral as well in South Africa. DaBaby's video left many puzzled as they expressed that they can't hear what he is trying to say, and sent many to the comment section. A social media user commented: 'Niyamuzwa nina? (Do you guys hear him?) Another user wrote: 'I thought it was AI.' While another user added: 'Guys, what is he saying?'
The Herald
09-07-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
Bok Women ooze optimism while sharing their expertise in Zwide
Morale and team spirit were high as the Springbok Women's team conducted a rugby clinic at Ndzondelelo High School in the heart of Zwide on Wednesday morning. The national team are coming off the back of a 50-20 defeat at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria at the weekend and have been in constant training and preparation ahead of their second Test against Canada at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday. But the Bok Women found time in their busy schedule to run a training workshop in the backyard of men's double World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi, as the youths got the opportunity to run drills with the team and get a feel for what to expect in a competitive rugby environment. The Boks' socially responsible presence is always felt in inner-city communities, where effective communication encourages the youth to pursue sports and interact with South African heroes. The team's second row lock, Catha Jacobs, reinforced the critical nature of rugby promotion 'A big thing in our team is to promote rugby, to grow rugby for girls and for boys. 'Being out here today having loads of girls and boys here, this is why we play rugby, for days like this. 'The girls here, the boys here, they are the future of rugby. 'If you have a dream, follow your dream, work as hard as possible and also surround yourself with people who have similar goals as you, and that will help you.' Under the experienced captaincy of Nolusindiso Booi, the Boks have their eyes set on the Canada game with great optimism while looking to gain as much preparation as possible to guarantee a fortifying run at the Women's World Cup in August.
The Herald
18-06-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
Zwide win bragging rights in township development programme tournament
Rugby Premium 18 June 2025 Zwide Zone were crowned the winners of this year's Township Junior Rugby Development Programme Youth Day tournament at Wolfson Stadium, Kwazakhele on Monday. Since its inception in 2014, the event has consisted of 10 zones — New Brighton, Kwazakhele, Zwide, Walmer, KwaDwesi-KwaMagxaki, Motherwell, Korsten, Bethelsdorp, KwaNobuhle and Rosedale-Langa — with the focus on U13, U15 and U16 rugby boys...
The Herald
20-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
From Lansdowne to Lord's — Conrad's journey to the summit of Test cricket
What began as a casual visit turned into a 2½-hour masterclass of shared philosophy. The conversation, as Conrad describes it, was 'like unlocking a door to a shared coaching soul'. 'There was no ego. Just two South African coaches around a fire talking about getting the best out of our players,' Conrad said. 'Rassie said something that stuck with me: 'Create your reality.' And I realised, that's exactly what we've been doing.' Like two captains from different codes leading their nations out of the darkness, Erasmus and Conrad have drawn uncanny parallels. Both trusted black captains before it was mainstream — Siya Kolisi and Temba Bavuma — and both came into roles bristling with criticism and heavy with historical baggage. But instead of playing defence, they played with conviction. Forward. Unapologetically. 'We didn't talk tactics,' Shukri laughed. 'We talked about belief. We talked about kids from Lansdowne or Zwide having something worth dreaming about.' When Conrad handed the red-ball captaincy to Bavuma, it was no token handover. It was instinct. Like a captain sensing reverse swing after tea on day four. 'I didn't want a black captain. I wanted this captain,' Conrad told SportsBoom. 'Temba is calm, considered, and unifying. He was what the team needed. His race was a fact, not the reason.' It mirrored Rassie's call in 2018 with Kolisi — courageous, conscious, culture-shifting. Both decisions went beyond team sheets. They were about identity. 'You can play the most beautiful cover drive, but if you've got no fight in you, I don't need you in my XI. Give me a warrior,' Conrad said. Conrad's journey wasn't paved with glitter. He was, in his own words, 'a bit of a rebel'. A flash of flair, a chip on the shoulder — more maverick than manual. Would he have picked himself as a player? 'No chance,' he chuckled. 'I had too much ego. But the fire? That I'd keep.' His style is rugby-forward in a cricket world — confrontational honesty, brutal trust, zero fluff. In 2023, he took a Proteas Test team lacking shape and clarity and drilled them like a Bok forward pack: belief first, discipline second, results third. And the results came. By 2025, Conrad was crowned Wisden Cricket Coach of the Year after steering SA to their first-ever WTC final. It was as if Ellis Park met Lord's — fire meeting finesse. 'Somebody had to get it,' he shrugged. 'Might as well be me.' But he was quick to credit his back room staff — Ashwell Prince (batting coach), Piet Botha (bowling coach), Sizwe Hadebe (physio), Khomotso Volvo Masubelele (team manager), and Masubelele. 'This award? It belongs to all of us,' he said. 'And the players — they keep me humble. After every win, they sing: 'Shukri Conrad, we make you look good!' And they do.' Lord's awaits. The final against Australia. The old enemy. A team that has long played the role of Goliath in SA's Test story. But Conrad isn't flinching. 'I don't care if they've got more caps. I care that KG [Rabada], Marco [Jansen], and Temba believe they can win. That's the only stat I need.' For him, the WTC final is no tourist visit. 'Just being there is a blessing,' he said. 'But I'm not going to admire the paintings. I'm going to win.' After Rob Walter's resignation in April, CSA handed Conrad the reins across all formats — a move not unlike giving Erasmus the director of rugby role. It's a consolidation with a purpose. Control with clarity. 'You like to say, 'total control', but it's more about total visibility. Seeing where each player is — mentally, physically — and aligning them across formats,' Conrad said.
The Herald
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald
Enjoy musical soirées, a mix of markets and more
SOCCER BONANZA The Mpuma Kapa TV youth presenters will be at the Ekupholeni cocktail lounge in Zwide on Saturday at 3.30pm. Join the team to watch the Nedbank Cup Final between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates to see who lifts the trophy. Entrance is free. MARKET Calling all collectors, treasure hunters and those looking for unique items — come visit The Re-Seconds Market at Londt Park Sports Club in Fernglen on Sunday May 25, from 9am to 2pm. Come find your favourite stalls selling thrift clothing, toys, Tupperware, jewellery, pet treats, hair accessories, home décor, vintage items and plenty of good food and coffee. This is a lovely outing for the whole family. Entrance is free. Inquiries: 083-588-5823 or theresecondsmarket@ TOY FAIR The Craft, Hobbies and Toy Fair takes place on Saturday May 31, from 8.30am to 1pm, at the Walmer Town Hall. Expect loads of craft stalls, dolls and bears on sale, and a collectible model car display. There will also be tea, coffee and lovely goodies to eat, as well as some delicious pies, jams, pickles and sauces. Entrance is free and the chosen charity is Save-a-Pet. Inquiries: Judy Barker, 072-056-7942 BOOT SALE The Forest Hill community will host a boot sale at Clover Crescent (open ground at Elizabeth Donkin Hospital) on Sunday, and again on May 18, from 7am to noon. Inquiries: Ian, 081-468-5077 WELLNESS MEETINGS The Malabar Wellness Group will meet on Tuesday May 13 at 7pm at the Malabar Community Centre Minor Hall in Haworthia Drive. Audiologist Mampho Dlulane will speak on 'Silent impact: How diabetes affects your hearing'. Inquiries: Surendra Daya, 083-653-1491 or 041-457-4576 The Springdale Wellness Group will also meet on Tuesday May 13 at 7pm at the Gospel Hall, on the corner of Geldenhuys and Olympia streets. The guest speakers are dietitians Aneece Baatjies and Jayd Frost, who will discuss the importance of correct portion sizes of food to manage blood sugar control. Inquiries: Clive Burke, 083-500-9394 The Port Elizabeth Branch will, meanwhile, meet on Wednesday May 14 at 7.15pm for 7.30pm at the Caritas Service Centre in West Street, Newton Park. Specialist nephrologist Dr Khambi Msulwa will speak on 'Your kidneys and how diabetes can affect them'. Inquiries: Martin/Elizabeth, 082-579-9059 or 041-367-2810 TRIPLE THREAT The PE Music Society has planned three wonderful concerts for May and June. The first of two Soirée Musicales planned for 2025 is scheduled for Wednesday May 14 at 6pm at the Summerstrand Dutch Reformed Church. This concert is a joint venture with the Feather Market Organ Society and aims to give local musicians a chance to perform. Equally exciting is the concert on Sunday May 18 at 3pm at the NMU south campus auditorium, featuring flamboyant Cape Town soprano Zanne Stapelberg and pianist and well-known accompanist Albie van Schalkwyk. They call their programme OPERA-TANGO . The third concert will take place on Sunday June 8 at 3pm in the NMU south campus auditorium and features pianist Jose Dias in a concert performance of Frédéric Chopin's spectacular two piano concertos in a chamber music setting for piano and string quintet. Tickets are available on the day of each concert at the door. Inquiries: Erika Bothma-Troskie, 082-308-4494 To be featured in the weekly events guide, email your event details to diary@
