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Poet-activist: Vusi Mahlasela came of age in a community defined by oppression and extraordinary creative resilience. Photo: Gallo Record Company

Vusi Mahlasela has never stopped singing for change

South Africa’s most beloved troubadour on new music, staying rooted in Mamelodi and why peace is worth singing about

At the top of his voice: Vusi Mahlasela incorporates his spirituality into his music, which is known around the world. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

Spirited away by a voice of gold

We chat to singer-songwriter Vusi Mahlasela, who has just released his latest album ‘Umoja’

Naftali plays the chord harmonica in Kangala, near Pretoria, where he spent part of his youth. (Paul Botes/M&G)
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The Portfolio: Naftali

Naftali has just released his debut single, ‘Kea Shwa’. He tells us a bit about his music-making journey.

Mamelodi magic: The township, which is home to a number of artists, musicians and activists, is cradled by the Magaliesberg originally named after Mogale, leader of the Po people. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

Mamelodi’s spirit lives on in music

A concert attempts to capture the rich cultural and political heritage of the township

About 1 500 members of Amcu arrived at the Wonderkop Stadium to hear union president Joseph Mathunjwa update them on the latest negotiations.

Don’t Miss This: May 8 – 14

From the Chester Missing is a Puppet Parliament show to a celebration of Marvin Gaye’s music, here’s our round-up of not-to-be missed events.

Joanne and Chris Thorpe are challenging 50/50’s take on the row.

DON’T MISS THIS: Argentinian Cultural Week and CT fashion week

The Argentinian Cultural Week features a line-up of dance performances, theatre production, exhibitions and music collaborations.

Vusi Mahlasela presented the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Sama awards honour those behind the scenes

The 19th MTN Sama festivities have been kick-started with the non-broadcast leg that honours the music industry and those working behind the scenes.

Vusi Mahla­sela: The healing power of sound

Vusi Mahla­sela: The healing power of sound

Words that defined a generation were more ­profound than this celebrated composer from Mamelodi realised, writes <b>Lloyd Gedye</b>.

10 South African songs that rocked my world in 2010

10 South African songs that rocked my world in 2010

<strong>Lloyd Gedye</strong>’s 10-song crash course on what happened in South African music in 2010.

Moving and shaking at Acoustic Africa

The Bassline in Newtown was as cosmopolitan as is possible outside of an African Union conference on Friday night.