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DSTV Content Creator Awards 2023 – Winners Announcement

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Hundreds of guests. Almost 40,000 public votes. More than 90 nominees. 19 winners. One unforgettable night. 

The Galleria in Sandton was alight with colours of purple and pink this past Saturday, 9 September, as the DStv Content Creator Awards, in Association with Samsung Galaxy, took centre stage. It wasn’t just another awards night but the biggest night in South African content creation.

You felt the buzz on social media leading up to the awards, and it came alive as nominees, guests, and fans thronged the Purple Carpet, with the awards’ TikTok Live giving viewers online access to the glitz and glam. Some of the personalities spotted on the carpet included Lasizwe, K Naomi, Julia Anastasopoulos, Pona Halo, Nomuzi ‘Moozlie’ Mabena, Kim Jayde, Candice Modiselle, Matt Flax, Farieda Metsileng, Carol Ofori, Karabo Poppy, Kefilwe Mabote and Lemii LoCo.

Donovan Goliath, the award-winning comedian and content creator, hosted the awards and navigated the night with energy and humour. Live music was curated and performed by SA legends Black Motion.

One of the country’s most powerful storytellers, authors, playwrights and performers, Gcina Mhlophe, officially opened the awards by reading a beautiful poem and blessing the awards and all the attendees, nominees and winners.

The show then kicked off with Bontle Modiselle Dance Studio lighting up the stage, accompanied by the Dance Award category nominees, 250Machine, Adriaan Hughes, Justin De Nobrega, Kelly KiKx and Mr NT.

A special moment was when the awards’ founder, Manuela Dias de Deus, expressed her vision for the awards. “Our idea has always been to put creators on the radar and open doors for emerging and established talent. The youth’s potential to monetise their content and create job opportunities is immense,” said Manuela. “More so, our vision is to make the awards the biggest event of its kind on the continent. We want to continue to grow and be on everyone’s feeds.”

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Pearl Modiadie To Host “Joburg Polo In The Park”

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Renowned luxury events and marketing company African Deluxe Company have announced that award winning media personality, Pearl Modiadie, will be the official host for the annual Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park taking place at  the Inanda Country Base in Kyalami on Saturday, 16 September 2023.

Attended by SA’s elite, including top business execs, celebrities, media and Polo enthusiasts and back for the third edition, the lifestyle extravaganza offers unforgettable curated experiences, great food, over-the-top fashion, as well as live music on the side lines.

The AFROGLAM COUTURE dress code aims to celebrate our South Africa heritage while showcasing the Spirit of Africa in all things chic, colourful and creative as the 2023 theme.

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“The Little Mermaid” debuts on Disney+ on 6 September 2023

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Disney’s live-action reimagining of the studio’s Oscar®-winning animated musical classic “The Little Mermaid,” which opened in theaters in May and went on to gross more than $542 million at the global box office, will premiere on Disney+ 6 September 2023.

Disney+ subscribers will be able to access special bonus content, including Oscar® winner Javier Bardem (“No Country for Old Men”) as King Triton performing the song “Impossible Child” with music by multiple Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (“Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin”) and lyrics by three-time Tony Award® winner Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,’ “In the Heights”); “Passing the Dinglehopper,” and “Under the Sea – Song Breakdown.”

“The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea and, while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden from interacting with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy. 

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L’Oréal Paris Celebrates the Appointment of Thuso Mbedu as Sub-Saharan Africa Ambassador and Launches Glycolic Bright Range in South Africa

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Thuso Mdedu

L’Oréal Paris, the #1 Beauty Brand Worldwide*, hosted a star-studded event at the Sandton Convention Centre on Friday, August 11, to celebrate the appointment of international actress Thuso Mbedu as its Sub-Saharan Africa Ambassador and Spokesperson. The glamorous occasion also marked the launch of the highly anticipated Glycolic Bright range in South Africa.

The event showcased the beauty and elegance synonymous with the L’Oréal Paris brand, with prominent figures from the South African media and content creation industries in attendance. Dressed in stunning Parisian Black Tie attire, the guests added a touch of sophistication and glamour to the evening. 

“It has been a night of exploring, experiencing and finding our peace and place in a world where Melanin girls are sometimes forgotten, but we are here to tell you we are worth all of it; we are giving’, we are present, and we are taking our place at the table!” said MC Poppy Ntshongwana.

Thuso Mbedu recognized worldwide for her exceptional talent and inspiring presence, was officially announced as L’Oréal Paris’ Sub-Saharan Africa Ambassador during the event. As a true embodiment of confidence and individuality, Thuso perfectly represents the values of the “Walk Your Worth” campaign, which aims to empower women to embrace their uniqueness and celebrate their self-worth.

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The Girls Trip – Moments To Melt Into with Aero

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Mishkah Roman-Cassiem (left) & the cast of #momentstomeltinto – The Girls Trip

Sisterhood – there is nothing quite like it. You know, your group of friends who would go to war for you. The ones who are there for you through the thick and thin of life.  A bond like no other. What happens when seven well-known South African personalities, “The Sparkly Besties” decide on a Girls Trip together? Over the month of August, South Africa will get a taste of the drama that ensues when the Besties come together to plan their epic Girls Trip. After all, not all plans made in the girls’ WhatsApp chat make it out of the chat – successfully.

The all-new six-part web-series #momentstomeltinto – The Girls Trip is produced by renowned filmmakers, Nelisiwe Mwase and Ofentswe Mwase of Ofentse Mwase Films. This is NESTLÉ AERO’s new #momentstomeltinto campaign, which celebrates the sisterhood that exists within women. The Sparkly Besties is made up of YouTube comedy sensation Nelisiwe Mwase, professional make-up artist Bridget Mahlangu, Radio jock and presenter Mantsoe “Pout’ Tsatsi, South Africa’s first bachelorette Qiniso van Damme, TV presenter Stephanie Ndlovu, well-respected fashion blogger Zama Marubelela as well as award winning songstress Holly Rey. It is made up of MOMENTS of chaos during planning, including budget discussions, disagreements on itineraries, outfit choices, as well as shedding light into what goes on behind the scenes.

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