South Africa: Grey High, Growing Up and Coming Out – Wesley Roodt On His Debut Novel All the Saints
[Daily Maverick] Writing a novel about a boy coming to terms with his own identity in a prestigious Gqeberha all-boys school gave filmmaker and author Wesley Roodt the opportunity to come to terms with the boyhood challenges that shaped him.
Angola: How Angola Turned a Fashion Designer Into a ‘Terrorist’
[Maka] This report summarizes the case of Aisha Lopes and co-accused, originally published by Maka Angola in 2017. It demonstrates how the Angolan state fabricated terrorism allegations against innocent citizens — using intimidation, torture, and lega…
South Africa: Mckenzie’s ‘Foreign Power’ Defence for Cancelling Venice Biennale Artwork Falls Flat
[Daily Maverick] Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie claimed he stopped Gabrielle Goliath’s work from being exhibited at the 2026 Venice Biennale because it was backed by a ‘foreign power’ pushing an agenda on Gaza. Here’s what actually happened.
South Africa: A Removed Sensibility – in Conversation With Artist Nava Derakhshani
[Daily Maverick] In this conversation, Nava Derakhshani speaks to David Mann about her evolving practice, and how different cities – along with their particular socioeconomic and political contexts, environments, histories and ways of working – have ne…
South Africa: Lerato Nxumalo Says Washing Her Husband Underwear Is Annoying
[Scrolla] Actress Lerato Nxumalo shares a live video complaining about washing her husband’s underwear after getting married. Social media users react with mixed views as some criticise her while others say the moment was playful and relatable.
Uganda: South Africa’s Netflix Star Thapelo Mokoena to Visit Uganda in February
[Nile Post] South African actor, filmmaker and entrepreneur Thapelo Mokoena is set to visit Uganda from February 12 to 16, 2026, as part of the Ikon Film and Television Awards 2026 roadmap, organisers have announced.
Uganda: South African Netflix Star Thapelo Mokoena to Visit Uganda Next Month
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala — South African actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur Thapelo Mokoena will visit Uganda from 12th to 16th February 2026.
Namibia: National Geographic’s Photo Camp Comes to Namibia
[Namibian] The National Geographic Photo Camp is an international storytelling programme that introduces young people to the power of photography.
South Africa: Sonic Boom – What to Expect From the World of Music in 2026
[Daily Maverick] When it comes to music, local will be even more lekker and the west wilder than ever as musicians and contemporary artists throw it back to bring it forward in a year of genre-defying greatness.
Namibia: Two Words to Avoid When Making Your New Year’s Resolutions
[Namibian] “New year, new you” messages are everywhere right now.