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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.
Reggae royalty, UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, is heading to South Africa this year. With Campbell’s unmistakable vocals, and the band’s signature horn lines and laid-back groove, their sound continues to resonate with audiences across the world. Expect timeless hits like Red Red Wine and Kingston Town, brought to life with a live show guaranteed to have you singing every word.
Campbell, founder of UB40 and the authentic voice behind the band’s biggest hits, said: “When I first founded UB40 back in 1978, I put everything I had into it – including the compensation money I’d received from a criminal injury claim. None of us could have imagined we’d go on to sell over 100 million records and take reggae from Birmingham to the world. It’s been an incredible journey.
The seminal reggae pop band from Birmingham, was originally formed by a group of friends from diverse ethnic backgrounds. From the beginning, the band became known for its socially aware lyrics and laid-back reggae rhythms. With Campbell’s unmistakable voice leading the way, UB40 blended reggae, dub, and pop into a sound that helped bring the genre into the mainstream.
UB40 featuring Ali Campbell will be at Sunbet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria on Saturday, 6 June 2026 (SOLD OUT) and Sunday June 7 2026 at 19h00 in a Big Concerts Experience in association with KFM 94.5 and Hot 102.7.
Volspoed is now streaming exclusively on Showmax, with new episodes every Tuesday. The adrenaline-fuelled reality series takes viewers straight into the demanding world of endurance racing, following Antonie Marx as he chases podium finishes at full speed. At his side is his wife, Ronette Marx, a former Miss South Africa finalist who keeps everything running smoothly off the track and holds the fort when the pressure peaks.
Spanning eight episodes, Volspoed goes beyond the roar of engines and the thrill of the race. It offers an inside look at a world where every second counts, where one wrong call can derail everything, and where success demands far more than horsepower. This is a story about commitment, resilience and what it really takes to keep pushing when the stakes are at their highest.
We recently caught up with Antonie, the man at the helm of the team, who gave us a front-row seat into his life, the reality show, and why this first-of-its-kind series is a must-watch.
We are making a call to the heart of South Africa and to the world.
This is not a day for protest or political division. It is a day to remember Warrick Robert Stock, whose life was taken through an act of violence.
We do not stand in opposition to a process or seek to inflame tensions. As the accused appear before the court, we stand in spirit and in unity to surround our brother Warrick with a wall of love and to hold quiet strength for truth, fairness, and justice to be carried out in the light.
Warrick was a brother who lived with his heart open. A patriot who protected our streets, who raised our collective frequency, and whose roar became a voice for many. Though his life was taken, his roar was not silenced. Tomorrow, 6 January 2026, stand as one to ensure that his roar continues through us.
A MOVEMENT OF SOLIDARITY: 24 HOURS
We invite every person touched by Warrick’s goodness to stand with us for the next 24 hours:
The White Square
From Tuesday morning, 6 January 2026, we urge you to change your social media profile picture to a solid white square. Let this be a silent but powerful signal that we are united in remembrance, in dignity, and in expectation of truth.
The Candle of Truth
At 18:00 on Tuesday, wherever you are, light a candle. We ask for a moment of prayer not only for Warrick, but for the fairness of the judicial process, and for the restoration of peace in our nation.
#LoveYouBye Movement
Share your stories of Warrick’s heart. Use the hashtags below to flood the digital space with light instead of darkness, compassion instead of anger.
True restoration can only happen when there is a fair and transparent process. We are here to hold the space for that fairness to unfold calmly, respectfully, and without fear.
This is not a platform to fight a system. This is a platform to honour a man whose life mattered.
To our brother Warrick: We are standing for you like you stood for us.
“Time is the keeper of all truths. Let the light lead the way.”
Nelson Mandela Square is taking sophistication up a notch this December with a luxurious festive experience unlike any other. Introducing Celebrations on the Square, which invites guests to sip, shop and spoil themselves and their loved ones, in an environment shaped for refined seasonal enjoyment.
From 12 to 22 December 2025, between 4pm and 9pm, visitors can step into a custom crafted glass marquee designed for leisurely browsing and exquisite indulgence. The entry fee of R75 includes a glass of Laurent-Perrier champagne and a sumptuous charcuterie board to enjoy, while soaking in the splendour of the season. Entry to this exclusive meander, which is also filled with instagrammable moments, is limited to 200 visitors per day.
Mzansi Life & Style by Mishkah Roman-Cassiem 