Images supplied. The annual Udaba Dance Festival is set to dazzle audiences with a rich showcase of African dance forms, contemporary, modern, hip-hop, tap, and national dance, featuring solos, duets, trios, and group performances. From 01 – 06 December 2025, the festival will take center stage at the Mandela Bay Theatre Complex, offering dance lovers of all ages an unmissable celebration of movement, rhythm, and culture. Recognized as a leader in modern dance, the Udaba Danc

On image: Founder of GQ Comedy, Emilio Tobias. The first time we had a chat with Emilio Tobias,   the man behind GQ Comedy he laughed and said, “Just so we’re clear, I’m from Soweto in Johannesburg. Not the Soweto-on-Sea idea people like making jokes about.” That set the tone for everything that followed - sharp, honest, playful, and rooted in the kind of life experience that shapes real comedians.

On image: KING SA, real name Phenyo Kingsley Louw. South African hip hop has always made room for rebels, storytellers, and self-made giants. But every era births someone who carries a different frequency, someone who doesn’t enter the scene with noise, but with persistence, raw craft, and a hunger that outlasts applause. Enter Phenyo Kingsley Louw, better known as KING SA, a Kuruman-born artist shifting the narrative of what ambition from the Northern Cape can sound like.

Image supplied. There are moments that quietly signal the beginning of something unforgettable, a new tradition, a shared memory, a story the country will return to year after year. This December, one of those moments is about to unfold. On 22 December 2025, the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium will become home to the very first Christmas with The Bala Family, a celebration that brings South Africa’s most loved musical family together on one stage for a night of harmony, nostalgia

Image by : Z.Qulu On 22 November, AFDA hosted its Graduation Festival 2025 at NuMetro Cinema, Boardwalk, where four final-year films were screened to a full audience. The event marked an important moment for the Class of 2025, showing how students shaped ideas into full productions through structured planning, teamwork, and consistent effort. Dean Simon Pienaar opened each session by reminding the audience of the depth of work behind the screenings. “What you are seeing today

Song artwork. The festive season just got louder. Three of Gqeberha’s sharpest creatives - ZKHALI, De_Gusheshe and FeestoMO8, have joined forces in studio to deliver a blazing December smash titled “Amashandapha.” Built for the streets and destined for the dancefloor, Amashandapha  is a fast-paced, high-voltage track that pulses with the heartbeat of South Africa’s nightlife. It’s a colourful reflection of groove culture, late-night memories, and the undeniable presence of be

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape - The stage is set for Jokes, Laughter and all the fun as the first-ever GQ Comedy Festival lights up the city on 18-19 December 2025 at the vibrant Roof Garden Bar located at 33 Winston Ntshona St, Gqeberha Central. Hosted by GQ Comedy, this groundbreaking two-day festival will feature some of South Africa’s finest comedic talent, including household names Ndumiso Lindi, Robby Collins, Nina Hastie, Ntosh Madlingozi, Emilio Tobias, Virgil Prins, Jaryd

On image: Fatima Ditebogo Mapoyisa, known as Fatimaah SA. After a listening session hosted by Bambo Talent Agency at Richmond Hill, Gqeberha, I was sure Fatimaah SA deserves a platform to share her musical journey. She came across as a calm yet confident artist, someone whose presence doesn’t demand attention but naturally draws it. Her music, like her demeanour, carries depth and balance, emotion meets precision. Watching her perform, it became clear that she’s ready to tak

On image, left to right: Thuba Myeki and Robby Collins, hosts of the 7 IN TEN COMEDY SHOW. Get ready for a laughter-packed weekend as the Friendly City Comedy Crew presents its 7 in 10 Comedy Show . Seven comedians will take to the stage over two consecutive nights, each with ten minutes to deliver endless laughs. Catch the shows on 31 October and 1 November at The Athenaeum in Central, starting at 7:30 p.m. both nights. Each evening features a fresh host and a new lineup of

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Our senior editor recently had the privilege of sitting down with one of the hottest rappers in Mzansi right now, the “You Don’t Miss Me” hitmaker, Mosa Mohlala, better known on the streets as Musical Majur. In this exclusive conversation, the rising star opened the door to his world, sharing a journey that began in church choirs and has now grown into a powerful voice tackling deep social issues.   From humble beginnings in Moloto to viral tracks that challenge how society l

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On image: Thabiso Tsipa, one of the student writers who produced one of the short films titled Womannequin, showcased during the event. As The Konvenient Team, we had the distinct pleasure of attending AFDA Gqeberha’s first-semester film showcase just recently, a celebration of cinematic passion, storytelling brilliance, and outstanding teamwork.

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On image: Mafa Bavuma, serving as MC for the event, exudes charisma and confidence.

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