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Nduduzo Makhathini
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Nduduzo Makhathini is not playing alone

From John Coltrane’s centenary to the O2 Arena with Black Coffee, Nduduzo Makhathini’s recent world tour was a masterclass in the cyclical, intergenerational nature of black music

Polished: The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro remains
one of Côte d’Ivoire’s most recognisable architectural landmarks. the town’s deep
cultural and historical significance. Photo:  Wendy Mosetlhi

Côte d’Ivoire is more than a stopover. It’s a story you travel through

A seven-day journey across Côte d’Ivoire reveals cocoa towns, coastal escapes, living history and cultural traditions carried carefully across generations

Homecoming: Celebrations scenes from Mgidi Moms. Photo: Mzansi Magic

Inside ‘Mgidi Moms’: Where tradition, love and celebration meet

From initiation to homecoming, Mzansi Magic’s bold new reality show explores family, identity and Xhosa heritage

Back to love: Judith Sephuma on legacy, music and the long road home

From global stages to intimate performances, Judith Sephuma shares what has sustained her career and what she hopes to build

A 9 500-year-old cremation in northern Malawi shows hunter-gatherers engaged in complex ritual practices far earlier than previously thought. (Designed on Canva)

Malawi cremation site rewrites Africa’s burial history

A 9 500-year-old cremation in northern Malawi shows hunter-gatherers engaged in complex ritual practices far earlier than previously thought

One in a long line: Songbird Thandiswa Mazwai says she’s merely a conduit in the tradition of using their
voices that was started by her forebears and will continue into posterity. Her upcoming Sankofa Music Fest
will showcase this tradition. Photo: Supplied

Thandiswa Mazwai: Still speaking for future generations

Thandiswa Mazwai celebrates 50 years and 30 years in music with the Sankofa Heritage Festival, blending heritage, innovation, and generational continuity

Smooth jazz: Gregory Porter music bridges eras and emotions with sincerity and grace. Photo: Erik Umphery

Diary: Gregory Porter in SA; Zeitz MOCAA symposium; DJ Bob Jazz Club

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Leap: The Posh Vibrant Youth troupe at the Tweede Nuwe Jaar procession last year. Photo: Brenton Geach/ Gallo Images

Diary: Cape Town Photography Festival, Folklore Festival, Basha Uhuru Festival,

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Khwezi Vika, Marketing Manager at Castle Milk Stout.

Rediscover the rhythms of traditional songs with Castle Milk Stout’s Afrikaraoke

It’s a way to preserve our heritage, celebrate and teach youngsters the lyrics of our sacred songs