Category Archives: Celebrity & Film>Red Carpet

Africa’s Top Designers Offer A Feast For The Senses Through Fashion, Flavour, and Heritage

  Now a firm fixture on Cape Town’s cultural calendar, the third edition of Confections x Collections (CxC) was, once again, hosted this November by Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel. This annual five-day showcase brought together slow African fashion through intimate salon-style shows curated by Twyg and bespoke confectioneries inspired by each designer, fusing the […]

A New Season With Sindiso Khumalo and Merchants On Long

  A Journey Through Heritage, Craft, and Fashion for Spring-Summer Amid the tall white-plastered facades on Long Street, Cape Town, lies a picture-perfect piece of history—a heritage building that houses an eclectic fusion of Africa’s finest fashion and craft. Merchants on Long, South Africa’s renowned concept store for African design, is stepping into the new […]

Africa’s Leading Lights In Fashion: Confections X Collections At Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel

  As Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, celebrates 125 years of slow luxury travel, its 2024 calendar brims with a vibrant curation of events spanning contemporary culture. Among the most eagerly awaited is the third edition of CONFECTIONS x COLLECTIONS (CxC), curated by Twyg. Taking place from 5–9 November, this sartorial showcase brings together some […]

South African Performing Artist Cara Frew Joins A-List Celebrities at The Albies

  South African-born performing artist Cara Frew was among the distinguished guests at The Albies, held on September 26 at the New York Public Library. The event was hosted by Amal and George Clooney, co-founders of the Clooney Foundation for Justice. Named in honour of Justice Albie Sachs, who played a pivotal role in ending […]

Screen Dream’ Talent Search 2024: Nando’s Hyd Reveals the Top 5 Emerging Talents

  The search for the country’s hottest screen designs is nearing completion as Nando’s HYD announces its top five finalists for 2024. Kirsty Moolman, Tanisha Neill, Simphiwe Mlambo, Mpumelelo Nyuswa and Walter Train will now participate in an intensive ‘Laboratory of Learning’ before one stand-out candidate is selected to receive ongoing mentorship and business coaching. […]

From Darkness To Light: A Journey Of Hope And Renewal

  Experience the contrasts of Cape Town through Sandile Ashar Mhlongo’s evocative acrylic paintings. Lights in Darkness, Darkness in Light is exhibited by House Union Block (HUB) at the Cape Heritage Hotel’s Sisonke Gallery until  27 October 2024. HUB is a nonprofit organisation connecting South African artists to commercial opportunities under the umbrella of Spier […]

Meet The 2024 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Finalists

  Returning to South Africa for its third year to celebrate outstanding women in business, Veuve Clicquot has recognised six entrepreneurial women as finalists for its 2024 Bold Woman Award. Inspired by Madame Clicquot’s pioneering spirit, the award spotlights and empowers exceptional businesswomen. It echoes the Maison’s commitment to highlighting the achievements and contributions of […]

Is Your Business Ready For International Recognition?

  Since its inception in 1972, the Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award has established the platform as the ultimate accolade highlighting female founders and CEO’s globally. Esteemed for honouring female pioneers who embody the spirit of Madame Clicquot, this award has two categories, the Bold Woman Award and the Bold Future Award, which highlight and […]

Secluded Inzolo Lodge at Lalibela Game Reserve Ince Again Welcomes Guests After Overcoming Flood Challenges

  Set in seclusion on the side of a hill overlooking a valley, the uniquely private nature of Lalibela Game Reserve’s Inzolo Lodge proved to be its undoing after much-needed rains arrived on the reserve and blocked access to the lodge. But, with a bit of ingenuity and teamwork, Inzolo Lodge is ready once again […]

The Ultimate Gift Guide For The Al Fresco Gourmet

  Nothing says summer like laid-back al fresco dining, be it under a parasol or a star-studded sky, at a picnic or a seated gathering. To ensure each al fresco setting is a masterpiece, we’ve curated a collection of essentials that exemplify elegance, functionality, and flavour. From premium olive oils to artisanal vases, here’s a […]

Spotlight Auction Of Art From The African Continent On 19 February 2024

  Strauss & Co is delighted to announce details for Curatorial Voices: African Landscapes, Past and Present, the second instalment of its annual live-virtual auction showcasing collectable art from the African continent. Scheduled to coincide with the 2024 edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair (16-18 February 2024), this themed auction will be held on […]

Rema Set To Miss Hey Neighbour Performance Due To Health Reasons

  Johannesburg, South Africa — Organizers of the upcoming Hey Neighbour Festival, set to happen next weekend, regretfully announce the withdrawal of Rema from the festival’s performance due to health reasons. In addition, Duckwrth is currently dealing with Vertigo, while JZYNO, unfortunately, won’t be able to attend due to unforeseen circumstances. The festival team received this […]

South Africa’s Top Sustainable Fashion Designers Present Salon-Style Shows At Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel

  NOVEMBER 2023: This November, Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, hosted Confections x Collections (CxC): an annual five-day celebration where intimate salon-style fashion shows, curated by Twyg, meet bespoke confectioneries inspired by slow fashion labels with a focus on community, care, and inclusion. The collections on show were inspired by the theme of African Luxury […]

What A Night Of Inspiration At The Crown Gospel Music Awards

  From the first note to the last, the audience worshipped and cheered as performance after performance was lit at the Crown awards that took place for the 1st time in Gauteng.  Last night, the World Gospel PowerHouse presented a glorious star-studded event with Gospel music lovers packing the 8000 seater dome – as tickets […]

Must-Have Summer Accessories:

  In the spirit of optimism and giving that marks the summer season in South Africa, Veuve Clicquot’s ICONS Collection encapsulates the essence of sun-drenched days and festive celebrations. Comprising four inimitable objects of desire—each a design icon in its own right—this exclusive and personalisable gifting collection is available at Africa’s first Veuve Clicquot ICONS pop-up […]