South Africa-based rapper Thabbz is marking the 10th anniversary of his groundbreaking track Hey Wena, featuring the late Cal_Vin. The song, set to turn 10 on March 20, remains a pivotal moment in his ...

Grant Clark goes to Johannesburg to explore the origins of Kwaito music and find out why it has become the voice of urban youth in the new South Africa. When people think of Johannesburg - their ...

Doc Shebeleza passed away in early January 2025 and left many South African Kwaito fans in mourning The legendary musician was recently laid to rest in a big funeral that took place in ...

Kelly Khumalo and Arthur Mafokate have finally revealed their collaboration, a new song titled 'Ngeke'. Will this release put an end to the romance rumours that have surrounded them?

Songbird Kelly Khumalo and kwaito legend Arthur Mafokate have set the internet ablaze with some cosy snaps. Could it have ...

South African hip-hop legend Jabulani Tsambo, widely known as Hip Hop Pantsula (HHP) or Jabba, left an unforgettable mark on ...

Together, they will offer a multi-genre experience that includes Afrosoul, Afro-jazz, kwaito, and jazz. Back to the Future has become one of the most anticipated cultural events in South Africa ...

Eddie Kadi What is Amapiano? Translated from Zulu, Amapiano means 'the piano' and originates from South Africa's Kwaito sound. According to 1Xtra's Eddie Kadi, Amapiano is a unique South African ...

Mampintsha's sister Pinky Gumede is making headlines after she alleged that 'Showmax paid for Babes Wodumo’s lobola.' ...

Nothing can amount to the pain of losing a loved one, I know this because I have lost my big brother and best friend in the space of a year. I don’t even %% ...