What others see as just being in the limelight to acquire fame and fortune, Qiniso Shange, also known as Que DBN, saw a way to secure a future for himself and his daughter, as well as sustaining himself as a student. They call it hustling, trying to live through these...
A rapturous music celebration befitting a music treasure will set the tone for the 80th birthday of Caiphus Semenya, South Africa’s living legend. On August 24, The Market Theatre will stage the Caiphus Semenya at 80 Music Extravaganza: Celebrating a Milestone and the Birth of a Legacy. Musicians Tsepo Tshola,...
Street food (commonly referred to as ‘Kasi food’) is a South African lifestyle and identity. It is how multiple cultures and the diversity of the country is showcased. It is additionally fascinating when it is prepared in a unique style, with a twist. Following years of studying and working in...
Starting a business may not come easy for others, especially because funds are sometimes hard to acquire. In order to have a successful business one needs to boost their brand, but it may become difficult for others to do so without the necessary aid. This is why the enthusiastic Lindokuhle...
A young businesswoman is fusing fiery Durban cuisine, with the unique taste of Kasi’s favourite Kota, bringing two continental giants together, and making a huge success from it. Through hard work and determination, Neliswa Mntungwa is able to turn her passions into income and wants to share her success with...
The nationwide debate on affordability of sanitary pads has been ongoing for the longest time and even given birth to the hashtag #IfCondomsAreFreePadsShouldBeToo. Many have also made striking remarks such as “Sex is a choice, menstruation isn’t!”. These were said to shine the light on the fact that many girls,...
Obtaining a qualification after years of studying is every student’s dream and so is having more than one qualification, particularly for the reason that majority of jobs require the qualifications designed by them. However, for some students, financial reasons may become a barrier between employment and their qualification. After completing...
Emerging South African director Carla Fonseca and her cast of four actors tackle the dilemma of what it is to live in a time of societal drought in South Africa today, with a new play, Modjadji in Absentia, at the Market Theatre Laboratory; this July. Sponsored by the Arts &...
Up-and-coming rapper, The Duela has been a household name on the streets of Twitter as of late. His authentic, well-coordinated bars are what have caught the attention of the South African Hip-hop lovers. A video of him performing his version of Nasty C’s ‘SMA’ featuring Rowlene gained him the recognition...
In our country’s current economical state, young people’s dreams seem unachievable. For many, the fear of leaving their nine-to-five job to pursue their own business is what’s causing a decline in the number of young black entrepreneurs in South Africa (as per survey by Seed Academy). For Mazwi Phungula from...