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How to watch Live From E!: The Oscars, airing tonight on E!

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The most groundbreaking achievements in filmmaking and acting were celebrated this weekend at the 2024 Academy Awards. E!’s Live From E!: The Oscars, hosted by Laverne Cox, presented the most glamorous red carpet show of the 2024 award season.

If you missed the live broadcast, The 2024 Live From E!: The Oscars will air tonight on Monday 11 March at 17:00 and 23:00 (CAT) on E! (DStv 124).

Laverne Cox was joined by panelists Zanna Roberts Rassi, Zuri Hall, comedian Heather McMahan and designer Christian Siriano to offer commentary as the stars arrived, while movie expert Keltie Knight and E!’s Tiffany Smith gave fans a one-of-a-kind look at the red carpet from the rooftop at Ripley’s on Hollywood Boulevard.

This past year’s blockbuster films and their featured stars will be front and center during Live From E!: Oscars red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, with special moments for fans everywhere.

The most nominated movie of the night was Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, which was up for 13 awards, including nods for its stars Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt and Robert Downey Jr, and won 7 awards, including Best Picture. Meanwhile, Barbie, the highest-grossing film of 2023, earned eight nominations, with Ryan Gosling and America Ferrera each being recognized for their stellar performances, and won 1 award (Best Song).

Acting icons that attended the awards included Jennifer Lawrence, Matthew McConaughey, Lupita Nyong’o, Michelle Yeoh, Dwayne Johnson, Zendaya and Nicolas Cage.

E! is available on DStv Channel 124.

Rosebank Mall’s Street Feast Returns with a Groovy ’90s Twist!

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Get ready to groove to the beat and satisfy your food cravings because Rosebank Mall’s Street Feast is back for round two on Saturday, 2 March 2024! Following the resounding success of the inaugural event in 2023, this year’s Rosebank Mall Street Feast promises to be even bigger, bolder, and filled with nostalgic vibes straight out of the ’90s!

Prepare to be transported back in time as the Street Feast turns into a vibrant ’90s extravaganza, complete with iconic tunes that’ll have you dancing in the streets. From the soulful melodies of Jamal Shinobi to the infectious beats of Shelton Forbes, our lineup of talented performers will keep you grooving all day long.

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Johannesburg Homemakers Fair 2024

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The Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Fair is making a triumphant return to the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Centre from 1 to 3 March this year. In celebration of their 30th anniversary, the organisers have meticulously curated a jam-packed event, bursting with exciting exhibitors and vendors, promising a more spectacular experience than ever before.

Boasting an impressive lineup of over 300 exhibitors showcasing a vast array of home and home improvement treasures, ranging from essential building materials to awe-inspiring soft furnishings, and all that lies in between, there will be a little something for everyone conveniently gathered under one roof.

Hestelle Robinson, CEO of HOMEMAKERS, conveys her excitement, saying, “We are absolutely thrilled to mark our 30th anniversary. Over the years, we’ve explored various categories, but we’ve consistently found our true passion and core strength in the Home Improvement (HIP) industry. Delivering the best in home improvement is our forte.”

Year after year, the committed organising team strives to surpass the previous edition, guaranteeing an outstanding show experience for both exhibitors and visitors. From visitor parking facilities to a seamless ticketing process, the diverse range of exhibitors at the event, delightful culinary offerings, and top-notch venue amenities, no detail is overlooked in their pursuit of excellence.

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TikTok Celebrates African Creativity at the 2023 Top Creator Awards

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On February 9, TikTok honoured the region’s most outstanding content creators at the 2023 Top Creator Awards, powered by Vodacom NXT LVL. Held at Vodacom World, Johannesburg, this gala event celebrated TikTok’s vibrant community’s creativity, innovation, and dedication across Sub-Saharan Africa.

The awards ceremony not only spotlighted exceptional content across various categories but also emphasised TikTok’s commitment to empowering creators. By offering resources and monetisation opportunities, the platform is pivotal in enabling creators to pursue their passions sustainably.

Bianca Sibiya, TikTok’s Head of Content Operations in Sub-Saharan Africa, shared that the awards are designed to inspire, guide, and empower the next generation of talent. “The #TopCreator2023 awards give us an opportunity to recognise and celebrate our talented content creators from across the continent. We’re incredibly proud and inspired by these creators, who significantly impact their communities through innovative, engaging and captivating content. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees.”

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Africa Soul Returns to Theatre On The Square

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When new soul and blues singing group, AFRICA SOUL held its showcase last year, guests were blown away by the talents and vocal prowess of this group that sings American soul with an African feel. “What an amazing soul-filled, soulful afternoon with Africa Soul!!!  If you hear of them performing anywhere near you, do not walk….run and get tickets” raved entertainment reviewer, Janice Leibowitz.

If you missed their 2023 showcase then book now as AFRICA SOUL is back, and with a brand new show at the Theatre on the Square for one performance only on Sunday, 25 February, 2024 at 3pm. Tickets are available at www.computicket.com or dial 011 883 8606, 011 340 8000 or 0833774969. Seating is unreserved and tickets cost from R150 to R250.

AFRICA SOUL is a first for South Africa. Their music is pure soul and blues;  taking ever popular hit songs such as I Heard It Through The Grapevine, Kiss and Say Goodbye, Mustang Sally, Respect and I Feel Good from the 1950’s/1960’s era but most importantly and uniquely, re-working those well-known classics with African harmonies and lyrics, and in such a way, bringing songs from a bygone era to today’s audience of both an older and younger generation, to either reminisce about, or to hear for the first time. The collaboration of songs from the American South, to the African South also includes some South African soul classics, including all-time local favourite Vulindlela and Loloiwe.

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