New Miss South Africa is the reflection of beauty - Even her name sounds good on the tongue - Shudufhadzo #FridayFeeling

Congratulations to our new Miss SA , Shudufhadzo Musida. Diversity is what makes our world come alive and black beauty is immensely beautiful.

It's an undeniable fact that our new queen is insanely beautiful with some of the most captivating features. 

Her victory is a tribute to all talented and sensational women who have taken the world by storm. Our black beauties have been influencing fashion for years, reshaping the standards and boundaries. 

Shudufhadzo has now assumed the role of the country's most supreme beauty queen.

We must all celebrate this gorgeous women's achievement and bask in the glow of being one step closer to our elusive, racially equitable society that is most certainly on the horizon.

Our new Miss SA enters a queendom of immense magnitude, the importance of this historic event lies in the fact that it sends a powerful message about the standards in beauty in our society. 

There are different versions of beauty, and they are being accepted.

#UnlockSummer with a free six pack of Castle Lite. Here's how!

Castle Lite is known as a refresher drink especially during the heat wave. Nothing beats opening a cold beer especially on those days where it is 35degrees hot. 

To help South Africans escape the scotching heat, Castle Lite #UnlockSummer campaign will refresh Mzansi with a free six pack of the most refreshing beer every time Hotazel reaches temperatures of 35 degrees. 

The small town of Hotazel is synonymous with heatwaves, reaching maximum temperatures of 39 degrees in the summer time. 

Now this town and its infamous high temperatures will trigger the refreshment button that will see Castle Lite refresh South Africa this summer. In addition to this, Castle Lite will reward consumers who buy a six pack of Castle Lite with extra cold prizes that'll unlock their summer.  

"2020 has been a heavy year and we have being asked to compromise a lot.  At Castle Lite, we want everyone to live their best life as we #UnlockSummer and keep the country refreshed all summer long. Every time, it gets too hot to handle and Hotazel reaches 35 degrees, we will refresh registered participants from anywhere in the country," said Castle Lite Brand Director, Silke Bucker.

 

To qualify for the ultimate extra cold refreshment, South Africans have been encouraged to register at www.unlocklite.beer and get refreshed with a six-pack of Castle Lite to unlock their summer every time Hotazel reaches 35 degrees. The brand has also deployed an oversized, cooler at the Nelson Mandela Square in Johannesburg displaying the Hotazel temperature.

 

"In addition to registering, Castle Lite will also rewards consumers who buy a six pack of Castle Lite with extra cold prizes that'll unlock their summer. Plus, we are also on the lookout for heavy 'festive triggers' on social media which will alert us to a need for refreshment," Bucker continued.

 

Remember to register at www.unlocklite.beer and use your social media to send out your festive triggers to Castle Lite using #UnlockSummer to qualify for the ultimate refreshment from the coolest brand in Africa.

For more information check outwww.castlelite.co.za and sing up at www.unlocklite.beer and follow the official social media pages:

#UnlockSummer

Facebook: Castle Lite

Twitter: @CastleLiteSA

Instagram: @CastleLiteSA

Faith Nketsi finally does what she is well famed for

Faith Nketsi's reality show, Have Faith, will be returning to MTV for a second season, and will document her transition from being a socialite to an emerging businesswoman.

Have Faith's second season will be premiering on MTV at 21:30 on Monday, 2 November 2020. According to a statement by VIACOM on Monday, 27 October 2020, the second season will see Faith Nketsi attempting to transition from her life as a socialite to building a beauty business empire. 

It will also see her tackling personal issues involving her friends and family, as well as the introduction of new cast members.

The new cast members include Kabelo Nketsi, Faith's brother, and Refiloe Nketsi, who is her cousin and a former member of the Pro-Twerkers. Faith will also be interacting more with immediate family, including her mother, father, and siblings, and she is also expected to reunite with former Pro-Twerkers dancers, Theresa and Samantha Malinga.

Season two will also see the return of Faith's best friend, Kim Kholiwe, who was popular amongst viewers in the first season. Now, Kim has revealed that she is pregnant and will have to deal with her introduction to motherhood, whilst dealing with her baby's absent father.

1st Principles Distilleries Honeybush #gin is the perfect summer drink. #Review

More and more South Africans are embracing craft gin due to its unique taste. 

It's not surprising that craft gin will be a firm favourite among imbibers this festive season. 

Craft gin has flavours to suit all tastes.

1st Principles Distilleries honey bush gin is a beautifully crafted and inspired gin.

Coloured by nature through an infusion of indigenous honeybush, the semblance is so eye catching. 

The nose is led by honeybush notes, light juniper, and spicy floral nuances. The juniper is balanced by the sweet spiciness of sea figs.

The honeybush plant has that unique honey like taste. This honeybush gin adds a mouthfeel of honey and ends with a lingering floral after taste.

Price: A 750ml bottle retails for R350.00

Abv: 43%

https://1stdistilleries.co.za/products/

Kelly Khumalo to disclose all live on national TV tonight #FridayFeeling

Kelly Khumalo has been announced as one of the guests on the upcoming episode of SABC 3's Trending SA, which airs at 18:00 tonight, 23 October 2020. 

The multi-award-winning singer will be discussing her new album, The Voice Of Africa, which was released on Friday, 9 October 2020, and will be detailing the inspiration behind some of her most meaningful songs. 

Kelly is also expected to look back at all that was showcased in her reality show, Life With Kelly Khumalo, as well as the public's reaction to the series.

The upcoming episode of Trending SA will also feature TV and radio personality, Moshe Ndiki, who will be joining the roundtable panel to discuss this week's trends. 

Acclaimed soccer player, Siphiwe Tshabalala, will be the final guest on the episode, as he details his successful career and life in the spotlight.

#Savanna wants to give consumers free bucks. Dollars for dololo! #FridayFeeling

These days influencers are an ubiquitous part of every marketing plan, including that of Savanna, South Africa's most-loved cider. 

Known for its crisp, witty perspective on the ironies of South African life, it now turns that perspective on itself and its dependence on a new class of celebrity - famous not for skill or artistry, but for clout and likes.

But what if influencing is an artform? A new campaign by Grey Africa and Liquid, WPP's bespoke agency solution for Distell, proposes that it is. Kind of…Sort of…No, really.

With his tongue firmly in his cheek, Sello Maake Ka-Ncube (Lion King), one of South Africa's greatest living thespians, 'brings the secret of the stage to your Instagram page'. Over four episodes he deftly teaches method acting techniques to some of the country's top influencers. And it's hilarious.

Each episode or module deals with a topic like Unboxing, Product Reviews and the perfect Product Selfie and calls on consumers to also get "Dollas for Dololo" (Money for Nothing) with their share of a million rand in cash and giveaways. 

Consumers can sign up to Siyavana Institute of Influencer by purchasing any crisp Savanna Dry, Light or Angry Lemon dialing *120*1538#, entering a unique underliner code and following the prompts for a chance to win Dollas for Dololo.

Competition ends Saturday, 31 October 2020. 

For more information, follow Savanna's social media channels or go to www.savannacider.com

From shack to PSL top gong. All eyes are on Themba Zwane tonight #DStvPrem

He came, he saw, he conquered! 

Those words best describe Mamelodi Sundowns super star Themba Zwane's ascendancy in local football. 

Zwane has been a gem in the Premier Soccer League over the past few seasons. It is hard to imagine he is Tupac's proverbial rose that grew on concrete. 

Zwane grew up in the most harshest conditions in the densely populated township of Soweto and at one time he stayed in a shack. 

But fate would have a different twist as he was spotted by a former Sundowns player turned scout playing lower league football. 

He was called in for trials at Chlorkop and he found himself on the same playing field with the man he had idolised - the 2010 FIFA World Cup poster boy Teko Modise. 

His first session was horrible as he could hardly walk let alone play in football boots. 

But Pitso Mosimane has spotted something unique about the young lad and he wasnt prepared to give up on him. 

Sundowns signed him for a whooping R1 million and the rest, as they say, is history. 

Zwane's stock as a player has greatly risen tonight could be the biggest night in his entire life. 

He is the front runner for the coveted Player Of The Season crown. 

Zwane is looking beyond the big award. He wants to become a Masandawana legend in due course. 

"Some players, such as Surprise Moriri, have played for the club before me, and players like him inspire me. They are legends of the team and I too, one day want to be a legendary Sundowns player," he said.

Zwane has won 11 major titles including five league winners medals and the CAF Champions League since joining Masandawana from Vardos in 2011.

About 90% of Sports Writers have tipped him to land the big crown. 

Zwane is on his way to greatness. 

The award ceremony will be live on SuperSport and all eyes will be on Zwane. 

Minnie Dlamini calls it a day... At least for now

Minnie Dlamini Jones took to Twitter on Tuesday, 20 October 2020, to announce that she will be taking a break from TV, in anticipation for the birth of her son who is expected in late 2020. 

The Homeground presenter hosted her last show for 2020 on Monday, 19 October 2020, and is expected to only return to the sport and lifestyle show in 2021.

She stated, "What [do] you know about a [mom that is] about to pop. I've had the most amazing journey and I can't wait to meet my child. See you on TV [in] 2021, I'm out."

Minnie and her husband, Quinton Jones, announced their pregnancy in September 2020, and revealed that they are expecting a son in early October 2020. 

After the announcement, the television personality continued to present Homeground alongside co-host, Lungile Radu, who will continue in Minnie's absence.

#Zimbabwean makes strides in South Africa's hair care industry with a hair clinic and new product #GirlTalkZA

The decision to leave her native Zimbabwe for South Africa in search of a better life seems to have laid off for Leticia Mupawose who is making significant strides in South Africa's highly tough but lucrative hair care business. 

Mupawose is a qualified pharmacologist and trichologist. She left her pharmaceutical job 16 years ago to embark on a journey which turned her hobby into a career. 

And she has no regrets about it as she has ttransformed herself into a shrewd business woman of repute. 

She started off her career as a hair dresser in the United States were she had gone to pursue a degree in pharmacy. She worked at a salon for pocket money and the love affair with hair began. 

Now a specialist in African hair, she has turned a traditional plant called devil ' s claw, or inkunzana in Zulu, into a miracle hair grower. The plant, which grows especially in the rural areas, has been formularised and enhanced with certain oils and is called Feso Africa.

She also owns a hair clinic in the cosmopolitan suburb of Fourways in Johannesburg. The hair clinic is called Feso Regeneration Clinic. 

She said after she opened hair salons in South Africa and Zimbabwe, she discovered that her clients hair was falling off and she embarked on finding a solution to the problem. 

"When my mother told me about inkunzana and that they used to wash their hair with it I became interested in exploring it. I mixed it with oils and gave it to a customer who saw positive results after two weeks. I added more inkunzana and gave it to others and they all came back with exciting results. I kept collecting data and my main focus was trying to understand what the plant was doing," she said.

The hair care product has been one of her best sellers. It is now available in over 33 countries in Africa, Europe, Asia and the United States.

She now hopes to empower the unemployed through her products. 

Record broken: World's fastest production car clocks 508km/h

The coveted title of 'World's Fastest Production Car' has once again changed hands, and contrary to prediction, it wasn't snapped up by a Bugatti.

There's a reason Bugatti was pegged as the favourite.

In September last year, it was breaking records with its Bugatti Chiron, topping out at 304,77mph (around 490km/h) during a run at a test track at Ehra-Lessien, Germany.

It turns out, however, that it isn't as fast as the SSC North America Tuatara, which on Saturday, October 10, 2020, set a stunning new mark, clocking in two consecutive high-speed runs of 301,07 mph and 331,15 mph (in opposite directions within one hour) for an official and incredible top speed of 316,11 mph.

That's around 508km/h, folks. Try to wrap your head around that. I'm still processing.

In addition to the title of 'Fastest Production Vehicle', the SSC Tuatara set a few more records:

503km/h – "Fastest Flying Mile on a Public Road"

516km/h – "Fastest Flying Kilometer on a Public Road"

532km/h – "Highest Speed Achieved on a Public Road"

I can't imagine the competition is pleased.

SSC North America, on the other hand, is gearing up for production with the aim of producing 100 examples of the car complete with a $1,9 million price tag.

The Tuatara uses a twin-turbocharged 5,9-litre V8 engine with a flat-plane crank, designed to deliver 1 750 hp using E85 fuel which sends power through a CIMA seven-speed computerised manual transmission and automatic MAT system.

South Africa's top five most watched soapies

Soapies are a big deal for viewers. They offer a wonderful form of escapism thanks to the melodramatic storylines, which leave audiences yearning for more. Here are the country's top five local soapies/ telenovelas.

1. Uzalo

It initially centred on two families in the township of KwaMashu: the Mdletshe family, who play a significant role in the KwaMashu Kingdom Church, and the Xulu family, who run a car hijacking syndicate. As it has progressed, the storylines have dramatically changed, but maintained the growth of some characters. On SABC1 on weekdays at 8.30pm, it has over 8.9 million viewers.

2. Generations: The Legacy 

This is the second most-watched television show in South Africa, with over 7.5 million viewers.
Set against the advertising industry, the storylines explore the dreams and aspirations of its characters from different social backgrounds. Rivalry, treachery and blackmail between siblings, friends and foes are common. It airs on SABC1 at 8pm on weekdays.

3. Skeem Saam

At number three, with over 6.7 million viewers, this revolves around the ups and downs of teenagers trying to find their way through life's struggles. Now in season 7, the teenagers have come of age. It airs on SABC 1 at 6.30pm on weekdays. 

4. Scandal!

This daily drama was built around a fictional media company, Nyathi Family Holdings, in Newtown, Johannesburg. The show follows the lives of the people and families working there and of others. It airs on e.tv at 7.30pm and has over 4.7 million viewers.

5. Rhythm City

This soap explores two family empires in the entertainment space: the Genaros and the Ndlovus, and how their heirs want to dominate the scene. It airs on e.tv at 7pm, weekdays, with 3.8 million viewers.

What to know about Dezemba's dance craze - "John Vuli Gate"

As Dezemba draws nearer, Covivi is still a reality, but South Africans are dancing their blues away.

The newest song to hit the trend list this week is John Vuli Gate. And judging by its popularity, it's quickly taking over from the Jerusalema dance.

But will it take over the ultimate and classic crowned gem, Sister Bethina, as some internet users predicted? Only time will tell.

A group of girls, dressed in short black attire and heels, set the internet ablaze with their shaking touché moves to the song, which sparked off a nationwide challenge.

Their video was posted on TikTok and quickly made its way to other social media platforms.

According to Twitter users, the dance requires a healthy bottom and men should avoid it. It's also much less complicated than the Jerusalema steps.

It's so easy that even gogos are jumping on it.

The artist behind the song is Mapara A Jazz, consisting of duo Mano Nephawe and Leonard Malatji from Mamelodi, Pretoria.

In one day the group, who feature Ntosh Gazi and Colano on the song, received more than 70 000 new followers on their account.

"Got on TV and am receiving inboxes and e-mails from big brands already. Things can turn around real quick," said the duo.
Even Amapiano kings, Kabza De Small and Maphorisa have given the song a thumbs up.

The group explained via their Twitter account that the oneline song was taken from the 2005 local film, Tsotsi, starring Presley Chweneyagae and Terry Pheto. It basically means, John open the gate.

Nambitha Mpulwana plays Pumla in the film, and frantically yells to her husband, John (Rapulana Seiphemo), to open the gate via the intercom. But she still gets shot by Tsotsi.

The lyrics also set off a debate on what the word stocko means. Most agree that it means a beautiful female with zero brains. Used in context: "I organised a stocko for the house party."

A term, some say, will soon replace slay queen.

De Blaauwe Klip 2017: A wine that's worthy of any celebration! #WineReview

Paying homage to more than 300 years of wine history, Blaauwklippen has released a classic Bordeaux blend in their range of premium red wines – De Blaauwe Klip 2017.

Tasting notes: Dark cassis and cigar box with plum-chocolate pudding notes on the nose. The palate is vibrant with velvet tannins and a serious mid palate and length.

In the vineyard: The Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec vineyards are situated close to the Helderberg mountain range, on decomposed granite soils with a fine gravel or sand component, while the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot benefit from the good water retention properties of coarser decomposed granite and clay on the Stellenbosch mountain.

Cabernet Sauvignon: 38% | Merlot: 24% I Cabernet Franc: 14.5% | Malbec: 14.5% I Petit Verdot: 9%

In the cellar: The cultivars were hand-picked, destemmed and whole berry fermented separately in French oak and stainless-steel tanks, with prolonged skin contact for delicate extraction of tannins, colour and flavour. After malolactic fermentation, the batches were separately matured for 16 months in French oak (13% first fill) before blending and bottling.

Cellaring potential: De Blaauwe Klip 2017 is made for enjoyment now or cellaring from 5 to 20 years

Cellar door price: approx. R195 from the farm or online at www.blaauwklippen.com and will soon be stocked in specialist wine stores.

#Woolworths launches premium wine in 2-litre boxes

Premium and box wine in the same sentence?

Retail company Woolworths has launched a range of premium local wines in boxes. What has been described as "papsak" now comes in a premium range selling from R124.99 to R159.99. 

The premium brands are Kleine Zalze chenin blanc, Pierre Jourdan Tranquille Blush, Beyerskloof pinotage, and Diemersdal sauvignon blanc.

The release of the ranges comes at a time when wine farmers in SA are struggling after the ban on alcohol sales during lockdown levels 5, 4 and 3. 

The ban was lifted in level 2, however the Southern African Agri-Initiative (Saai), which represents 120 farmers in the wine and tobacco industry, said the relaxation was too little, too late for many farmers.

"Job losses have already resulted in a social crisis in the wine industry, where the loss of business is not only limited to the 2020 production year," Saai's chairperson Dr Theo de Jager said in a statement at the time. 

"A farm cannot be closed down for a year, and very few farmers are able to survive two consecutive years' loss of income or turnover."

Cardi B to headline Castle Lite Unlocks concert next year

Superstar rapper Cardi B was set to perform in South Africa this year, but the performance was cancelled due to Covid-19.

Now concert sponsor Castle Lite has confirmed the rapper will still be the international headliner of the Castle Lite Unlocks experience, but only next year.

Fans who bought tickets will be happy to learn that those tickets will still be valid for the new performance date. The organisers will be in direct contact with them regarding the ticket exchange.

"Cardi B will still be coming to South Africa to give her Bardigang a performance they will never forget despite the event no longer happening in 2020," said Castle Lite brand director Silke Bucker.

Cardi B will be joined on stage by some of the biggest names in the SA and African hip-hop scene. Those who no longer want to go to the event can get a refund through TicketPro.

D-day for Boity's big reveal and it's all flower fresh! #FridayFeeling

Boity Thulo is set to unveil something huge today. She made the announcement on her social media platforms yesterday. 

Whatever it is, it seems it has a floral or flower thing to it. We all can't wait! 

This is what she tweeted on her Twitter account:

If you're seeing this, stop scrolling and smell the flowers with me. 😍🌸

Tomorrow I share some more special news with you! 💃🏾💫😋

Stay tuned and prepare your crowns 👑 - this is going to be a special one.

#BoityXHaloHeritage #OwnYourThrone👑

Zozibini Tunzi's biggest moment

Zozibini Tunzi has been announced as the first person on the judging panel of the Miss SA 2020 pageant, which will be taking place at the Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town. 

In an Instagram post today, 15 October 2020, the Miss SA organisation announced that the reigning Miss Universe will be returning home from The United States of America, where she has spent the entire lockdown period.

According to the organisation, Zozibini is looking for someone with raw authenticity and sincerity about who they are. 

The post stated, "She is not looking for perfection or moral purity. She is looking for someone who has a voice and an aura about her that makes almost everyone feel at ease when they come in contact with her, because she will be engaging with a lot of people in the year."

The Miss South Africa 2020 pageant will be broadcast on Mzansi Magic and M-Net on Saturday, 24 October 2020, at 17:00.

Troubled Kelly Khumalo strikes gold!

Fast-growing anthem Empini is an affirmation of love between two people who vow to go to all odd to make their union work, says songstress Kelly Khumalo. 

Khumalo debuted a few tracks from her album Tvoa to an intimate audience, in conjunction with live streaming to the rest of the country, on social media.

The launch was presented by her close friend Somizi Mhlongo. Tvoa (the voice of Africa) is aptly named because Khumalo sees herself as bringing her voice to the continent and speaking up about pertinent issues that affect people's daily lives. 

These include issues close to her heart such as women abuse, patriarchy, family values, spirituality and culture.

The album speaks about these issues and delves deeper into what she says has been in her heart and on her mind.

During the album's listening session, Khumalo was presented with a plaque by reality TV star and Idols judge Mhlongo and Universal Records.

Tears streamed down the star's face as she accepted her award for having her single reach "gold" status.

Mumm Squad adds Lerato Sengadi, Sarah Langa and more female brand ambassadors

Many celebrities in South Africa are getting endorsed by different companies and its really a good one for them.

Well, it seems G.H. Mumm has decided to add other celebrities to be their ambassador.

Initially, Somizi Mhlongo-Motaung was their brand ambassador but they have decided to broaden their horizons by adding five new media personalities.

Those who are joining Somizi in this deal are Sarah Langa, Lerato Sengadi, Tshepi Vundla, actress Jessica Nkosi and event designer Precious the Planner.

It seems local celebs have realised partnerships with bevs brands is the way to go. Recently DJ Zinhle acquired equity and became CEO of Boulevard Nectar Rosé, and days before that rapper Moozlie scored a Cruz Vodka partnership.

Model and influencer Sarah said the partnership was a no-brainer for her, adding that their brands aligned well.

Khanyi Mbau bounces back! Ehhhmm differently

Khanyi Mbau appeared on the latest episode of Unmarried, which aired on Mzansi Magic on Monday, 12 October 2020. 

The actress took on the role of Benson Mabandu's wife, Prudence Magaqa, who also happens to be Claudia's style inspiration. The character comes across as a poised, elegant and rich woman who makes her status known when speaking with others.

Khanyi's debut scene as Prudence saw her meeting with Claudia, who wanted to style her for her upcoming role of The Real Housewives of Jo'burg. Prudence appeared hostile at first, but quickly warmed up to Claudia when she realised that she liked her style.

Khanyi also premiered her reality show, Mbau Reloaded: Always Rise, on Saturday, 11 October 2020, and received rave reviews for her candidness. 

Fans praised her for appearing on two shows in a short period of time, and claimed to have enjoyed her in both roles. Joy Zelda commented, "From Mbau Reloaded to acting again on Unmarried, I am so inspired by her."

#Wilderer Rogue Apple Pie Moonshine is a treat like no other

This is possibly one of the most delicious alcohol around. It literally tastes like Christmas in a glass -and so versatile. 

I personally enjoy it with a dash of ginger ale and fresh cut apple but it is equally as yum neat or on the rocks.

Moonshine is such a lovely name and is derived from the illicit distilleries that were hunted by American authorities during the period of Prohibition. 

There are no rules governing the use of the name Moonshine in spirits, but traditionally Moonshine as distilled from fermented corn.

Wilderer's Rogue Apple Pie Moonshine is simply irresistible. 

The nose is amazing and the taste even better. What a delightful burst of flavours! It is sweet but not overly so. 

I love the cinnamon and nutmeg. To me this is a meal finisher and I would sooner enjoy a glass of this Moonshine than have a plate of apple pie.

The gorgeous spice flavours take you straight to your favourite Christmas feast memories. So amazing! 

This wonderful spirit is a typical example of what makes craft distilleries so awesome.

ABV: 38% 

Retail Price: R280,00 to R490,00

Visit: www.wilderer.co.za

The LG Wing is bold and witty #PhoneReview

LG has been struggling to captivate consumers with its smartphones in the past few years. We've witnessed them embark on a new strategic path by coming up with new and unusual products to reverse this trend. 

It began with second screens for their phones.

However, the latest product to come out of LG's innovation lab is more than an extra attachment. The LG Wing 5G is slated to start a brand new Explorer series, which will take LG's knack for breathing life into novel smartphone concepts to the new heights.

The Wing is nothing short of bold, fresh, and experimental in nature. It's the very definition of trying new things and going beyond absolute practicality. The concept of the Wing feels exciting and stimulating to bitter reviewers like ourselves who are used to seeing one and the same phone form factor over and over again.

The retail unit box we got for review lacked the interior compartment's fancy internal design, which mimicked the way the Wing's display swivels.

We got an extra pair of plastic screen protectors (one for the main display and another one for the smaller secondary one) inside the new box, so the savings from the simper design must have gone in the right direction.

Single since 2017, Natasha Thahane is open to new love #MondayMotivation

Natasha Thahane has been single for a while now and has revealed just how long it's been since she had a man in her life but, we hope that it's all about to change.

Taking to twitter the Blood And Water actress that it's been three whole years since she had a Mr Right and judging from her teary emoji, she too isn't very happy about this.

The actress revealed her last relationship with her American bae back in October 2017 but the pair split a little while later.

Natasha explained why she had gone public with her romance although she didn't want to, claiming how she felt pressured to reveal her real boyfriend as she was being paired with every other guy she was seen with.

" I think with this relationship, I exposed it too soon because everyone was pairing me with every guy that I chill with…and I felt the need to be like: "No, this is my bae" and I exposed something that's so sacred and so special and I gave it to the world and to people who do not deserve to know that part of your life because they don't care," she said. 

It's unclear if the actress is currently open for new love but we are very certain that she intends on finding her Prince Charming.

Minnie Dlamini's big reveal! #MondayMotivation

Mommy to be Minnie Dlamini is soon going to welcome her bundle of joy into the world and the fabulous businesswoman just celebrated with a fabulous baby shower, with all her close friends and industry associates where she also revealed the gender of her baby.

Minnie revealed that she is having a boy in a beautifully decorated Blue and White shower that was hosted in Durban, and saw the likes of Khaya Mthethwa and MamKhize in attendance who also happens to be the god mother of Minnie's soon to be baby boy.

Why you can't miss #IdolsSA tonight

Things are heating up on Idols SA and tonight's episode will see the top 10 contestants performing songs that have inspired them at some point in their life, resulting in a mix of gospel and classic tunes. 

Idols SA's upcoming episode, which airs on Mzansi Magic on Sunday, 11 October 2020, will see the top 10 contestants being tasked with choosing inspirational songs for their performances. 

The theme hopes to motivate the audience and viewers during trying times, as the singers draw inspiration from songs that have helped them overcome obstacles in their lives.

The performances for Sunday night's show will be; Be with Mariah Carey's Make It Happen, Brandon with The Golden Gospel Singers' Oh Freedom, Bongi with Beyoncé's Spirit, Jooma with Leon Bridges' River, Mr Music with Sjava's Ighawe, Ndoni with Brenda Mtambo's Ungayeki, Ntokozo with Tori Kelly's Never Alone, Succedor with Stevie Wonder's Higher Ground, Zama with Jennifer Hudson's A Change Is Gonna Come, and ZanoThando with Alicia Keys' Superwoman.

Ayanda Thabethe bounces back!

Ayanda Thabethe has shared to her followers that she would be hosting a new show soon.

According to her, the show will kick off on the 21st of October at exactly 20:00 on Home Channel 176 on dstvza. 

The show is called "AFRICA MODERN" as she reveals she is proud to be the host. 

Ayanda gave insight of what the show will be about.

She said it is all about putting on full display the outstanding African creative talent that we have in the continent

Ayanda said: "AFRICA MODERN is all about putting on full display the outstanding African creative talent that we have in the continent. We explore the creative world of Fashion, Art, Design, Cuisine,Dance and so much more. We speak to the visionaries and thought leaders who are at the forefront of African creativity and find out what makes them extraordinary in their craft and therefore successful in their chosen path."

Afro Poetry Times October edition is about celebrating diversity and creativity #MondayMotivation

Africa's diversity is spurred on by the continents creativity in the arts sector. 

Many African artistes have gone on to become global household brands in their relative fields. 

South African musician Master KG's hit single Jerusalema is currently the most played song in the world. 

So popular is the song that revered football star Cristiano Ronaldo posted a video of himself dancing to the song. 

Master KG has since bought himself a Ferrari to celebrate that feat. 

That is the influence Africa has when it comes to creativity. We are able to contribute positively to the world, even though financially we are in ruins. 

Poetry is not different and as you will see in this edition, the African voice is being heard far and wide. 

The Afro Poetry Times October edition features:

* Celebrating the poetic life of Nelson Mandela's daughter Zindzi. 

* Easy ways anyone can use to become a published poet. 

* Meet the pioneer of Lesotho poetry

* How poetry is being redefined by going virtual

* Why you should take the risk and write poetry

* Meet a veteran Ugandan writer 

* Question and Answer with a Zimbabwean poet

* Lots of poems and completions plus.... 

* A bonus 4 page Short Story that will blow your mind away. 

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As usual, your support is always highly valued as we continue celebrating African poetry and the literary arts. 

Steve Harvey is coming back to Mzansi for Family Feud SA season two #FridayFeeling

Family Feud SA will be returning to eTV in 2021, after a highly successful first season. The show's host, Steve Harvey, confirmed the news by responding to a tweet from local media. 

In a tweet on Tuesday, 29 September 2020, he stated, "[There isn't anything] like going home."

The first season comprised 26 episodes, and featured fans of the show and public figures from shows such as Scandal!, Rhythm City and Survivor SA.

In a tweet today, 2 October 2020, Steve Harvey looked back on what he deemed the funniest moments of the first season. 

The nine-minute-long video showed him adapting to South African slang and terminology, which often formed part of the answers for the questions. 

He stated, "Season one of Family Feud South Africa was [hilarious]. I can't decide the funniest moment! Check it out and let me know what you think in the comments!"