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Tweeps are losing it after discovering Simphiwe's late-night musings on social media. Twitter users awoke this morning only to discover that Dana was up late last night and she was not holding back when she decided to share her opinion on President Cyril Ramaphosa. While there are many people upset and offended by her comments, there are almost an equal amount of people showing her support and even agreeing with her. Those who are choosing to defend the President have now revealed some very ...

BASSLINE LIVE RETURNS WITH A BANG! By Andiswa Ngenyane CONCERT series, Bassline Live at the Lyric Theatre is returning after a year-long break. It is coming back next month with Ami Faku, Msaki and Zoe Modiga on the line-up. The last concert was held last year in March with Lira, but had to pause due to Covid-19. Brad Holmes of Bassline Live said they’re happy to be back. The three-concert series will be held at Lyric Theatre in Goldreef City, Joburg. “After...

Simphiwe Dana has hit back at the hate towards members of the LGBTQI+ community like herself. Image: Instagram/Simphiwe Dana Singer-songwriter Simphiwe Dana has joined the many South Africans who have shared their outrage at crimes committed against the LGBTQI+ community. Over the last week, Mzansi has mourned the loss of Andile “Lulu” Ntuthela and Sphamandla Khoza, two gay men killed in alleged homophobic hate crimes. The two murders sparked debate and anger across SA,...

Simphiwe Dana is getting married Local songstress Simphiwe Dana is getting married to opera singer Pumeza Matshikiza. The “Usikhonzile” singer made the big announcement on Twitter and talks about how it took her a long time to accept her queer identity. She nonchalantly mentions that she’s getting married. “It took me a long time to accept that I’m queer. And please, take it from me. I have never lied to you. I’m now getting married to the most amazing person. I need you to be h...

Mental health — here’s where you can get help should you need it Lockdown has had profound effects on peoples lives and mental health across SA. Stock photo. Image: 123RF/F8studio Mental health continues to dominate online conversations as South Africans attempt to destigmatise it by sharing their personal experiences. Last week, Miss SA Shudufhadzo Musida shared a message of support for mental health sufferers, assuring them “it’s OK to not be OK”. Musida is an ...

SIMPHIWE: I’M MARRYING THE MOST AMAZING PERSON! By Zama Nteyi Songbird Simphiwe Dana is head over hills in love with her fiancé, Pumeza Mtshikiza. Musician and activist Simphiwe Dana took to Twitter to announce she’ll be tying the knot. In her tweet, she revealed it took her a long time to accept her sexuality. Without revealing the date, she wrote: “It took me a long time to accept I’m queer. And please, take it from me, I have never l...

South African Stars Are Speaking Up About Their Mental Health After the Tragic Death of Nellie Tembe These celebrities are helping to destigmatize mental health by sharing their stories. Why Global Citizens Should Care The impact of COVID-19 and its mandated lockdown restrictions added to the mental health issues that people worldwide were already facing. The United Nations’ Global Goal 3 calls to ensure good health and promote well-being for all. Join us here and take action to join our mo...

MZANSI CELEBS OPEN UP ABOUT LIVING WITH DEPRESSION By Andiswa Ngenyane Local songtstress Simphiwe Dana opened up about struggling with mental illness. Credit: Gallo Images FOLLOWING the death of AKA’s fiancee Anele “Nellie” Tembe, people on social media have been opening about living with mental illness. Mzansi celebs have also joined in a thread on Twitter and spoken about struggling with mental illness. The thread was started by Dr Carolina...

TRIBUTES continue to pour in following the passing of Kaya FM host and celebrity doctor, Sindi van Zyl.

Simphiwe Dana lambastes President Cyril Ramaphosa for ignoring the arts Songstress Simphiwe Dana has a bone to pick with SA leadership over the state of the arts. Image: Via Instagram Ndiredi hitmaker Simphiwe Dana has called out President Cyril Ramaphosa for apparently “ignoring” artists and their cries for help during the coronavirus pandemic. Simphiwe, who often takes to social media to share her thoughts on SA politics and the state of the nation said was unimpres...