Unleashing Creativity: Galaxy A Series x iKasi Creative

The Galaxy A Series devices continue to flex new ways to create awesome content with the latest collaboration with iKasi Creative (a rural youth visual storytelling training hub) and The Market Photo Workshop (a school of photography, a gallery, and a project space). This collaboration underscores Samsung’s dedication to fostering a vibrant community of young creators by supporting their growth in the digital landscape.

“The latest Galaxy A Series devices are like bringing your creative studio everywhere. In today’s world, mobile devices have evolved to become a gateway for creativity. Samsung devices allow content creators to capture, create, and share their ideas with powerful camera and editing tools,” says Kgomotso Mosiane, Head of Marketing for Mobile eXperience at Samsung Electronics.

This exciting initiative centred around the theme ‘The Next Generation of Awesome’, focuses on capturing life’s awesome moments everywhere in brilliant quality thanks to the features of the latest Galaxy A Series. Recognising how today’s generation loves to create content, the institutions selected two top students each to level up their creativity, Miché Cloete (21) and Yolanda Xego (25) from iKasi Creative, and Teboho Mabuya (22) and Luyanda Masuku (20) from The Market Photo Workshop, to go on an awesome adventure with the Galaxy A25 5G, A35 5G, and A55 5G—to create compelling visual stories through the lens of their camera.

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Savanna Comics’ Choice Awards 2024: Enter Now!

South Africa’s premier celebration of comedy is back! Entries for the Savanna Comics’ Choice Comedy Awards are now open, and this year promises an even fiercer competition with a revamped list of categories. With the total number of awards reduced to ten, winning is now more coveted than ever.

Founded to support and elevate South Africa’s vibrant comedy industry, the awards honour those who make comedy their career, spotlighting SA’s comedic talent on a global stage and affirming its reputation as a thriving, world-class scene. Fondly referred to as ‘Comics’ Choice’, the event is unique in that it’s comedians who vote for their fellow comedians.

This year’s categories highlight the dynamic talents shaping comedy today, from stand-up comedians and innovative performers to comedic content creators and show promoters.

10 Awards Celebrating Excellence in Comedy, Including 2 New Categories.

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Experience Disney’s Festive Magic This Holiday Season

Disney Africa recently kicked off Spark Joy This Holiday, its largest festive campaign to date. Throughout the season, fans can experience the holiday magic with Disney, with delightful products that bring beloved Disney stories to life, holiday classics streaming on Disney+, festive programming across Disney Channel and Disney Junior, and the special Disney Chari-tree initiative in malls across the country in support of Reach For A Dream, which helps bring joy to children in need during this season of giving.

Comments Luke Roberts, General Manager, Consumer Product Commercialisation, MENA and Africa: “The holiday season is such a special time of year and Disney is using the power of its stories and characters to inspire joy and wonder in people all over the world. We are excited to launch Spark Joy This Holiday, a campaign that not only celebrates the special connection so many fans and families have with Disney, but also to celebrate this magical time of year together in many different ways.”

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Shahan Ramkissoon Hosts The Mommy Club Reunion

Renowned journalist and talk show host Shahan Ramkissoon is set to host the highly anticipated reunion special of The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice, premiering on Showmax on 31 October 2024.

Produced by POP24, The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice is the exciting second instalment of the beloved franchise that began with The Mommy Club featuring dynamic “it” moms from Johannesburg.

The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice offers an exclusive glimpse into the lives of glamorous mothers from Durban’s Indian community, showcasing their seemingly perfect lives. The show explores the vibrant dynamics among these mothers and their colourful extended families, revealing how they balance managing their personal empires while nurturing the next generation.

The cast includes Abigail Nepaul (41), Asharia Parsad (27), Christina Devraj (26), Devina Kowlas (43), Kim Jones (33), Lenore Goss-Matjie (45), Neetasha Singh Bugwandin (36), and twins Losh and Resh Naidoo (45). 

This groundbreaking reality show is a first-of-its-kind reality series that highlights the Indian community in South Africa, and Shahan is prepared to tackle the pressing themes and challenging conversations that arise. “I am known for being real, and this time will be no different. I aim to ask the questions that viewers have on their minds. It’s going to be unfiltered, no sugarcoating,” he says.

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Brasse Vannie Kaap: A Documentary Tribute to South African Hip Hop

Showmax has released Brasse Vannie Kaap”, a nostalgic feature documentary about the iconic, game-changing 1990s group, who helped to make hip hop South African. The music documentary started streaming on Showmax on Monday, 7 October 2024. 

In the documentary, the who’s who of the Afrikaans entertainment industry line up to pay tribute to Brasse Vannie Kaap’s undeniable impact, from David Isaacs and Oscar Petersen of Joe Barber fame to Karen Zoid, Kurt Darren, Francois van Coke and Valiant Swart.

“I started rapping in Afrikaans because of Brasse, and eventually rapping on stages in Afrikaans thanks to Brasse,” says Jack Parow

“I am a student of theirs; I am a product of what they made,” echoes YoungstaCPT, flagging how even his name echoes theirs. “I’m a Bra Vannie Kaap, you know. That kind of name, that kind of title, gives you hope and inspiration to not feel ashamed of where you come from, and not be ashamed to use your own language or your own slang. They give you the confidence to do it.” 

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