Cape Town, South Africa — 10 April 2026 – Acclaimed South African singer-songwriter Steve Louw returns with a powerful new single, “Across The River,” offering listeners a deeply evocative preview of his forthcoming album, Traces of the Flood, set for release on 15 May 2026. “Across The River” is a slow-burning, emotionally resonant track that blends Louw’s signature storytelling with stripped-back instrumentation and atmospheric depth. The song explores themes of longing, separation, and …
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Renowned Wildlife & Safari Specialist Brent Leo Smith on Cape Talk Thursday 9 April at 9PM
Renowned wildlife filmmaker and safari specialist Brent Leo Smith joins Martin Myers on The Business of Entertainment this Thursday, 9 April at 9pm. As co-founder of PaintedDog.TV, Smith has pioneered groundbreaking live-streamed conservation moments from elephant collaring to rhino dehorning bringing African wildlife experiences to global audiences in real time. With decades of experience across Southern and East Africa, he continues to shape the future of conservation storytelling through …
Tickets Are Selling Fast for the Clarens Arts Festival Coming up at the End of April
While there is an impressive lineup of authors and performers, the visual arts side of the festival boasts some stellar names. The eminent sculptor Anton Smit, known for his monumental life forms, will present Chronicles of Faith, an exhibition that reflects more than 50 years of artistic exploration. His powerful works evoke themes of suffering, reconciliation and glory, and are possessed of a raw, earthy power that is distinctly African. He has exhibited in Europe, Asia and the US and his …
Michael ’t Sas-Rolfes, Who Serves on the Board of Directors of Afrikaburn on Cape Talk Thursday at 9PM
Thursday 2 April on the show The business of Entertainment at 9pm on Cape Talk we have: Michael ’t Sas-Rolfes, who serves on the Board of Directors of AfrikaBurn and recently assumed the role of Board Chair. With university degrees spanning Commerce, Environmental Economics, and Biodiversity Conservation, Politics and Governance, Michael has followed a diverse and unconventional career path, driven in part by his passions for nature and wildlife, photography, travel, counterculture, and …
Stunning Pictures by Warren Kirkland of Sipho Mabuse at Cape Town International Jazz Festival
Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Cape Town International Jazz Festival, commanding the Kippies Stage with the energy and finesse that have defined his legacy. Known for classics like Burn Out and Jive Soweto, Mabuse blended nostalgia with fresh vibrancy, moving seamlessly between instruments as the crowd sang, danced, and clapped along. Backing him was his long-standing band: Khumo Kganyago (Guitar), Bernice Boikanyo (drums), Lloyd Toto Mbele …
Fresh new voices on Algoa FM
Algoa FM has refreshed its presenter line-up with new voices and reshuffles. Returning to her roots in Algoa Country is multi-talented presenter, actress, radio DJ, emcee and voice artist Anathi Seyisi, who grew up in Knysna. She will be presenting the Algoa FM’s seven to 10pm show and Saturday lunch from April 1, after moving to Nelson Mandela Bay from Johannesburg where she was a presenter and member of the activations team on 947 since 2021. Before joining 947, Seyisi presented “Wake up with …
Rip Curl Surf Events Set for Port Alfred Easter Festival | Key Details
Port Alfred – Rip Curl and the Royal St Andrews Hotel will anchor the 2026 Port Alfred Easter Festival surf programme with two key events at East Beach: the Rip Curl GromSearch presented by the Royal St Andrews Hotel, supported by Sea Harvest, and the Royal St Andrews Hotel Rip Curl Cup, a World Surf League QS event. Together, these events bring South Africa’s top junior and professional surfers into one high-performance arena across four days of competition. Event Overview What Rip …
Michael ’t Sas-Rolfes on Cape Talk on Thursday 26th March Just After 9PM
On Cape Talk on Thursday 26th March just past 9pm on the show the Business of Entertainment we have a special guest Michael ’t Sas-Rolfes, who serves on the Board of Directors of AfrikaBurn and recently assumed the role of Board Chair. With university degrees spanning Commerce, Environmental Economics, and Biodiversity Conservation, Politics and Governance, Michael has followed a diverse and unconventional career path, driven in part by his passions for nature and wildlife, photography, …
Garden Route Golfers Hit the Sweet Spot for Song Vir Nonna
Aspiring home-grown Garden Route musicians will sound sweeter thanks to the support provided by local golfers and businesses for the 2025 Algoa FM Charity Golf Day. Youngsters from disadvantaged backgrounds participating in the Song vir Nonna programme will now have higher grade equipment for their concerts and to record their music and songs. Song vir Nonna run weekly songwriting workshops at Môreson ACVV Child and Youth Care Centre and the Carpe Diem school for special needs. There are plans …
Steve Van Schaik From McGregor On Cape Talk Thursday 19th March 9PM
On Thursday just past 9pm on Cape Talk In this conversation, Martin Myers and Steve van Schaik go deeper into what it takes to sustain a creative venture in a small town like McGregor.Steve reflects on the realities behind the dream ,balancing artistic vision with financial sustainability, and building an audience beyond the usual urban circuits. He shares how At The Courtyard has grown organically, shaped by both the local community and visitors seeking something authentic.“There’s a …