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

With a new album marking 10 years in the music industry, Benjamin Jephta reflects on his journey while pushing South African jazz into the future

We chat to Darren English about his musical journey, inspiration and experience on stage

Like it’s theme, the festival will look to be refreshed after Covid

Some local jazz heavyweights and a clutch of crowd pullers are setting the right tone for next year’s festival.

To help you navigate this year’s Cape Town International Jazz Festival, Setumo-Thebe Mohlomi has compiled a list of the top 10 not-to-be-missed shows.

At just 22, Benjamin Jephta’s meteoric rise to critical prominence has taken not only talent but also balls and being unafraid to burn bridges.