South Africa: Why Tyla Is Being Sued Over Her Breakout Song ‘Water’
[New Times] Two California — based songwriters who contributed to Tyla’s breakout hit, Water, have filed a lawsuit against the singer and producer Sammy Soso (real name Samuel Awuku), citing unpaid royalties and lack of proper credit.
South Africa: Kippie Moeketsi At 100 – the Soul-Stirring Story of a South African Jazz Legend
[The Conversation Africa] It’s 100 years since the birth of reedman Jeremiah Morolong “Kippie” Moeketsi on 27 July 1925. He was one of the most influential saxophonists shaping South Africa’s modern jazz style.
South Africa: AKA, Tibz Murder Pre-Trial Set to Confirm Trial Date – South African News Briefs – July 24, 2025
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South Africa: Arthur Mafokate Slammed After Getting R1.8-Million Arts Grant
[Scrolla] Mafokate says the money was awarded fairly, but critics say it’s wrong given his past legal troubles involving the Lottery Commission. The grant was given through the Mzansi Golden Economy programme, which helps support South African artist…
Zimbabwe: Silent Killer No-Show Disappoints Durban Fans, Promoters Threaten Legal Action
[New Zimbabwe] Zimdancehall artist Silent Killer did not show up for a recent music show at Cool Runnings, Durban, leaving fans and promoters frustrated.
South Africa: Kenny Kunene Caught Red-Handed Meeting Alleged DJ Sumbody Killer During Police Raid
[Scrolla] Kenny Kunene, who was caught at alleged murder mastermind Katiso Molefe’s house during a police raid, desperately claims he was there to help young journalists. Democratic Alliance demands Kunene’s immediate resignation saying he cannot kee…
South Africa: Breakthrough Arrests in DJ Sumbody Murder Case
[SAnews.gov.za] Four men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Oupa John Sefoka, popularly known as DJ Sumbody.
South Africa: Three Hitmen and Mastermind Nabbed in Dj Sumbody Killing
[Scrolla] Three suspected hitmen and one alleged mastermind behind DJ Sumbody’s murder were arrested on Monday in a major police breakthrough. The gun used in the murder was found and has been linked to other killings, according to police spokesperso…
South Africa: Johannesburg’s Creative Hubs Are Booming – How Artists Are Rejuvenating a Failing Inner City
[The Conversation Africa] Johannesburg is weathering a storm of crises. Nowhere is its complex tangle of challenges more visible than in the inner city, where crime, overcrowding, and infrastructure collapse – such as roads literally exploding – paint …
South Africa: St George’s Cathedral Hosts Sold-Out Fundraiser for Gaza
[GroundUp] Songs for Freedom concert raised more than R260,000