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 …
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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 …
Heinrich Frans Brings the Music of James Ingram to DNA Café – 27 March
Heinrich Frans Brings the Music of James Ingram to DNA Café – 27 March Cape Town audiences are in for a soulful night of music, food and nostalgia when acclaimed vocalist Heinrich Frans presents “The James Ingram Songbook” on Friday, 27 March 2026 at DNA Cafe & Eatery. Part of the venue’s “Rhythm and Recipe” series, the evening blends live music with a dining experience, featuring a 6-course dinner and live show celebrating the timeless hits of Grammy-winning legend James Ingram. Guests can …
Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse Live At Lake Umuzi Waterfront on 15 March 2026.
South African music legend Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse is set to bring his unmistakable sound to Secunda when he performs live at the Umuzi Theatre at Lake Umuzi Waterfront on 15 March 2026. Renowned for his soulful saxophone and timeless hits that have shaped the South African music landscape for decades, Mabuse’s live performances continue to captivate audiences across generations. Fans can expect an unforgettable afternoon filled with iconic music, vibrant energy, and the signature style that has …
: CapeTalk’s “Business of Entertainment” Features Steve van Schaik of At The Courtyard – Making Magic in the Small Town of McGregor
The quiet village of McGregor in the Western Cape will take centre stage on CapeTalk 567 AM as Martin Myers sits down with Steve van Schaik, founder of At The Courtyard bistro + theatre, for a conversation about creativity, music, and building something meaningful in a small town. The interview forms part of CapeTalk’s “Business of Entertainment” series and explores how Steve and his wife Meg transformed a dream into one of McGregor’s most loved creative spaces. Founded in 2018, At The …
South African Audiologist Launches Children’s Book on World Hearing Day to Tackle Childhood Hearing Loss
Pretoria, South Africa: South African audiologist Bronwyn van Wyk today launches her debut children’s picture book, “Little Rabbit’s Quiet Quest”, timed to coincide with World Hearing Day 2026 — a day the World Health Organization (WHO) has dedicated to hearing loss in children. The rhyming picture book follows Little Rabbit, a young bunny who struggles to hear the sounds of the forest around her. After encountering teasing, fear, and self-doubt, Rabbit embarks on a …