Category Archives: Africa

Nine Lives Supper Club Review

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Nine Lives Supper Club is a hidden gem tucked away in a sleek, sophisticated oasis between the 4th and 5th floors of The Hyde Hotel in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

I attended the launch, and it was pure magic. Sleek lines, stylish design, and just the right kind of quiet, yet sexy, luxury that Joburg has been craving. The menu may be small, but every bite is a masterpiece. Their smoked olives are a revelation, and the cocktails/mocktails are worth every rand. Plus, they’ve even got Russian caviar flown in fresh from Moldova. It’s on the pricier side, but this is what you expect from a spot this refined.

Overall, Nine Lives is a sophisticated, sexy supper club, where you can experience curated tapas type food and drinks, with a small selection of main courses.

View video of the event launch here.

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ESPN Brings Super Bowl LX Live To Africa

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – FEBRUARY 09: The Philadelphia Eagles celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after beating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 to win Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

This February, ESPN, the home of American sports, will broadcast the much-anticipated NFL Super Bowl LX live across the continent. Viewers can catch the action live on Monday, 9 February at 01:00 CAT on both ESPN and ESPN2 or on Disney+ in South Africa. This year’s clash will see the New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks in a battle for NFL glory and the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy.

Patriots and Seahawks ready for championship showdown

The Patriots and Seahawks, both with a rich history in the Super Bowl, will bring star talent and high stakes to the field. Fans can expect dynamic plays, tactical match-ups and high-stakes moments as quarterbacks, receivers and defensive standouts face off under the brightest lights in American sport. The game promises a contest of skill, strategy and determination as each team aims to leave its mark on NFL history.

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SABC 2 Enters A New Era

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SABC 2 is ushering in a fresh chapter, one rooted in authentic South African storytelling, cultural familiarity and a deeper connection to everyday life. This New Era isn’t just a refresh; it’s a confident reimagining of what public broadcasting can look and feel like when it truly reflects its people.

At its heart, this evolution is about relevance. Programming that resonates emotionally. Stories grounded in lived South African experiences. And a channel that knows its audience, understands its purpose and intentionally serves viewers across generations.

As a first taste of what’s to come, SABC 2 is rolling out the first wave of New Era programming, setting the tone, energy and intent ahead of the full channel refresh launching on 9 February 2026.

I attended the re-launch this past week and here’s some of what you can look forward to seeing on SABC2. See video of event here.

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Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026

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The countdown has officially begun. In case you missed it, the Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026 returns to the iconic SunBet Arena in Pretoria this March promising a bold, immersive celebration of South African creativity where music, art and fashion collide.

Following a groundbreaking debut, Fusion Fest 2026 is back by overwhelming demand and set to be bigger, louder and more ambitious. Designed as a cultural movement rather than a single-night event, Mahindra South Africa will curate boundary-breaking performances, unexpected collaborations and a powerful platform for emerging creators at the Fusion Fest once again.

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The Magical Marble Family Fest Comes to Johannesburg in May 2026

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In a land not so far away, where colours turn their brightiest and laughter lasts a little longerer, a brand-new story is unfolding. From the creators of The Luxurious Marble Circus, comes an extraordinary new chapter. The Magical Marble Family Fest, a first-of-its-kind, wonder-filled world made for families to play, explore and rediscover joy, together. 

Taking place on 9 and 10 May 2026 at James & Ethel Gray Park, and presented by Grid Worldwide, G&G – The Goosebumps Company, The Marble Group, and Investec, this two-day festival invites children, teens, parents, grandparents, and every curious heart in between, into a place where imagination runs wild and magic feels real. 

The Magical Marble Family Fest is a joyful spin-off of the celebrated Luxurious Marble Circus, but this time, the magic has been reimagined through the eyes of a child. A luxurious, multi-sensory universe awaits, filled with music, theatre, taste, movement, play and a little mischief. Because luxury isn’t about things, it’s about moments, and we all know that the best ones are shared. 

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