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Blaq Diamond leave Ambitiouz Entertainment record label

Blaq Diamond leave Ambitiouz Entertainment record label

Blaq Diamond leave Ambitiouz Entertainment record label

South African Pop duo, Blaq Diamond has announced their departure from the Ambitiouz Entertainment record label.

Ambitiouz Entertainment for years has been a label that has nurtured and brought out great talents and also managed top-tier artists like Amanda Black, Emtee, Sjava, A-Reece, Priddy Ugly, and more.

Unfortunately, their past relationship with other artists and the scandals surrounding their split has left the label with some bad tags which are either financial concerns or some form of issues.

In a recent episode of “Podcast And Chill” with Mac G, the “Summer Yo Muthi” hitmakers revealed they’ve parted ways with Ambitiouz Entertainment and are now fully independent.

According to the duo, their split with Ambitiouz Entertainment was clean without any issues, they further revealed they’ve been away from the label since December 2021 and the move to part ways with the label was inspired by their decision to grow.

According to them, they wanted to break into the African market

“It was between sticking with the label or choosing growth. We wanted growth more than anything because we wanted to tap into the African market. There was a clear disconnect between our vision and theirs. It no longer aligned. It was nice working with them. We just want to go shoot to the other side,” Sphelele said.

The Sama-winning music duo said they signed to the label within 48-hours after award-winning singer Sjava played the song for Ambitiouz Entertainment around the same time A-Reece and other artists were leaving the label.

Blaq Diamond said they are on good terms with the label and would be open to working with them.

“We always made sure we had lawyers around. Even with us leaving Ambitiouz, we had to get lawyers to clear everything up,” they said.

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WATCH: Shauwn Mkhize speaks on walking BET red carpet after her viral video

Shauwn Mkhize speaks on walking BET red carpet after her viral video

WATCH: Shauwn Mkhize speaks on walking BET red carpet after her viral video

South African businesswoman, Shauwn Mkhize aka MaMkhize has reflected on her BET Awards experience last month, including walking the red carpet.

Speaking to Metro FM, the Royal AM boss gushed on being a guest at the awards ceremony aimed at black entertainers.

Speaking to breakfast show hosts Mo Flava and Khutso Theledi, MaMkhize unpacked her adventure at the BET Awards.

MaMkhize as well as DJ Zinhle – who both have their own BET Africa reality shows; Mam’Mkhize: A Thanksgiving and Unexpected respectively – were two local stars who scored an invite to the event.
She said: “It has been an amazing experience. The production was so amazing..I would love to bring it to South Africa”. She added: “I have noticed two things, the production and the stage. The stage was big and performances moved from stage to stage”.

MaMkhize then moved on to talk about walking the red carpet. Of it, she praised the quality of the red carpet and the impeccable organization.

She continued: “They don’t allow your own photographer to come in. They bring different media from different countries to come and enter.

“When you get to the interviewing stage, they already know everything about you, they ask you relevant questions, that’s how profound it is”.

When asked if she found US red carpets to be “better” than South African ones, she added: “We just need to do more”.

But whilst MaMkhize gushed over her experience, she was seemingly unbothered about social media commentary about her.

In one particular clip that went viral – posted by the star herself on TikTok – MaMkhize struts her stuff on the BET red carpet. The Kwa Mam’Mkhize star is seen striking several poses in front of a field of photographers. However, none of them seem to pay attention to her.

Celebrity blogger Musa Khawula tweeted: “Shauwn Mkhize at the BET Awards posing by herself with no one interested in taking a picture of her”.

And many tweeps agreed with the observation.

@ThuliXakana: “This has to be the moment she realised she isn’t as rich and important as she thought she was”

@_Hadebe_101: “It serves her right..she loves too much attention”

@sirboring_26: “Can see where Andile gets his attention-demanding ways”

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Baby mama EXPOSES music producer, Mondli Ngcobo – WATCH

Baby mama EXPOSES music producer, Mondli Ngcobo

Baby mama EXPOSES music producer, Mondli Ngcobo – WATCH

South African music producer Mondli Ngcobo has been lambasted on social media by his baby mother for being a deadbeat father. Taking to social media, Mandy Malebo has detailed the amount of great pain and suffering at the hands of Mondli Ngcobo.

The angered Mandy Malebo who is Mondli Ngcobo’s baby mother took to social media to detail some of her grievances towards her baby father. In some of the video’s shared on social media, Mandy Malebo describes how Mondli Ngcobo does not want to spend time with their son, which at this point the son doesn’t even know him.

In a video shared on social media by Musa Khawula, Mandy Malebo continues to call Mondli Ngcobo out for how he treats both her and their son. According to Mandy Malebo, Mondli has only seen his child once and Mandy Malebo says thinks he is a good dad simply because he sends money every month.

“I am not gonna be quit about how sht Mondli is, all because he sends money. I have been made to believe because he takes care of his child he is a good dad. Mondli is sht” says Mandy Malebo.

Another thing Mandy Malebo has gravely complained about is how she doesn’t have support from her mother, who clearly defends Mondli Ngcobo at every turn. Mandy Malebo continues to say her mother defends Mondli Ngcobo even though she knows the trauma that she suffered growing up, without both her mother and father in her life.

“So my mom continues to defend Mondli knowing very well the trauma I’ve had to experience having this broken relationship with my dad. All because they could not sort out their issues and they could not voice out the things that they hate. Mondli has literally only seen his child once, my child has seen his dad once” says Mandy Malebo

Mandy Malebo details how she was assaulted by her own mother, because of the situation she has with her baby father Mondli Ngcobo. Mandy mentions how her mother allegedly pulled her by her hair, causing her grave pain to her skull, she was beaten up and her nail broke, she also had a nose bleed during an altercation she had with her mother who defends Mondli Ngcobo.

“And then my mom continues to defend him only because he sends money, and I got beat up, my nail, nose bleed, my skull literally hurt. My mom pulled me so hard by my hair and I am so angry at my cousin for holding me cause I could not defend myself.” says Mandy Malebo

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Social media compares Bonang VS DJ Zinhle without makeup – Photos causes a stir

Social media compares Bonang VS DJ Zinhle without makeup – Photos causes a stir

Social media compares Bonang VS DJ Zinhle without makeup – Photos causes a stir

Black Twitter President and troll Chris Excel has courted controversy once again after comparing rivals Bonang and Zinhle to each other.

This comes after Bonang revealed a flawless face – without any make-up – following her Nivea partnership this week.

But the Twitter personality was reminded of Zinhle’s own natural look, as seen in an episode of her BET reality TV show Unexpected.

On Thursday, Bonang shared a tutorial of herself applying her Nivea skincare products. And silencing her critics, the media mogul went completely make-up-free, bar from a pair of false eyelashes.

The video marked a rare occasion that a glamorous celebrity has gone without a full face of make-up on. On the flipside, Zinhle has shared many selfies without a stitch of make-up on.

Sharing side-by-side pics, Chris Excel compared Zinhle’s look to Bonang. The post split tweeps into arguing that the playing field was not level between the stars.

Another celebrity whose natural face won praise from fans was that of actress Natasha Thahane.

Before Bonang’s natural face reveal, tweeps compared her to the mom of one’s 2020 Garnier skincare advertising campaign.

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Bonnie Mbuli’s new jewellery collection inspired by her mental health journey

Bonnie Mbuli’s new jewellery collection inspired by her mental health journey

Bonnie Mbuli’s new jewellery collection inspired by her mental health journey

TV host Bonnie Mbuli’s mental well-being and passion for accessories have inspired her decision to venture into the world of jewellery. The “Noughts + Crosses” star is celebrating the beauty of the South African people with her jewellery collection, “Bon Ami”, which launched in the country this week.

Bon Ami is a celebration of self, a tribute to one’s inner beauty and resilience. We all love to adorn ourselves with beautiful things and for my first collection, I wanted the adornment to speak to where people are at and what I think is important right now; self-care and mental well-being,” said Mbuli. Bon Ami’s first collection also aims to raise awareness about mental health.

Bonnie Mbuli’s new jewellery collection inspired by her mental health journey

“Mental health has been the cause that makes my heart beat because I know that without a healthy mind, living your life as the best version of yourself can become quite tough or near impossible, now more than ever in the world. People are finding it even more difficult to feel mentally whole and well.”+Each piece in the collection, which includes pendant necklaces, anklets and gold rings, comes with a message.

“I’ve found that one of the most important things to pay attention to is how one regards oneself and speaks of oneself. The messages on the pieces act as a reminder to treat yourself with a healthier mindset and positive self-speak.

“Affirmations for me are the first step in owning the realisation that we have the power to build and break our lives with our words. Speaking the things you believe about yourself is the first step to true transformation. What we think and speak is what we become. Words carry energy so it’s literally like wearing your affirmations.”
Addressing the preservation of her own mental wellness, Mbuli, who has been open about her struggle with clinical depression and anxiety for years, says it’s important to admit that you’re struggling. Accept that everyone at some point needs help with something, you are not weak for needing help.

“Also, most people don’t believe that the kind of help available out there actually works – it does. Lastly, we have to do the work it takes to get better, taking responsibility for changing our habits, shifting our environment and committing to habits that are proven to have a positive effect our minds and bodies is work we all have to do.

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VIDEO: Kelly Khumalo knows who shot Senzo Meyiwa, says Julius Malema

VIDEO: Kelly Khumalo knows who shot Senzo Meyiwa, says Julius Malema

VIDEO: Kelly Khumalo knows who shot Senzo Meyiwa, says Julius Malema

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema says he is more than convinced that singer Kelly Khumalo “knows something” about the murder of soccer star Senzo Meyiwa.

“We hold a view, and a very strong view that Senzo was killed… and those people in the house know who killed Senzo. We are more than convinced. Personally, I’m more than convinced, Kelly knows, I’m more than convinced that she knows something [about Senzo’s death], and there must be a way where she must be held accountable. But it must be done in an orderly manner so that its outcome is not questionable.

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Malema also said he has no sympathy for Advocate Malesela Teffo, the former lawyer for the four accused in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial underway at the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria.

Teffo dropped a bomb-shell on Tuesday, saying that he is pulling out of the case, citing reasons of being threatened by the Presidency, among others.

Malema says Teffo got things wrong, from the onset, by thinking that the case revolves around him and not the Meyiwa family who lost their son. He says as a lawyer, Teffo has set a wrong precedent, by talking loosely and disrespecting the courts of the country. However, the office of the President has rubbished the claims made by Teffo.

Malema addressed the media at the EFF headquarters in Johannesburg on Thursday afternoon.

“We can be angry anyhow, but the courts must be respected. If he starts speaking like that to our judges, then everybody is going to do that – and then we will have nowhere to run to. So I do not believe there is any Cyril [Ramaphosa] who concocted anything on that guy. He is self-destructive and he’s got himself to blame. He throws people’s names loosely and he does not back them up with anything,” adds Malema.

TEFFO QUITS MEYIWA CASE

On Tuesday, Teffo withdrew from defending accused numbers one to four in the Senzo Meyiwa murder case being heard at the High Court in Pretoria.

Teffo says he has experienced harassment from the police and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). He adds that the NPA and police don’t want him to be part of the case, citing that he was considered a problematic advocate.

Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela refused to hear further argument from Teffo after he withdrew. Teffo then left the courtroom.

Five men are standing trial for the murder of the Bafana Bafana goalie who was shot and killed during a robbery at his girlfriend’s home, Kelly Khumalo in Vosloorus in 2014.

On Wednesday, the Presidency noted and strongly refuted the claims made by Teffo. The Presidency says it finds these claims as baseless, mischievous, and harmful to the standing of the office of the President. The Presidency added that it does not participate in criminal investigations or trials and it is not involved in or any perceived or actual harassment of Teffo.

The Legal Practice Council (LPC) has confirmed that there are a number of complaints pre-dating the Senzo Meyiwa trial that are being investigated against Advocate Teffo.

These allegations relate to unprofessional conduct, raised directly with the LPC and judgments referred to the body, including by the judiciary.

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Bonang under fire for faking it

Bonang under fire for faking it

Bonang under fire for faking it

Mzansi media personality and self-proclaimed Queen B Bonang Matheba may be in a celebratory mood, in the same token her fans are certainly not jumping for her joy. This comes after collaboration news between Bonang Matheba and Nivea made it to social media.

While reality TV star Bonang Matheba may have bagged yet another bag at her fans’ expense. Instead of her fans celebrating with her, things have rather taken a different direction as tweeps are gunning for Bonang Matheba’s head on a silver platter.

Certainly, tweeps are not jumping for joy, following the video and stills from her collaboration with the brand Nivea and their newest Luminous630 cream range. The anger came from, Bonang Matheba being seen applying the Nivea Lumunos630 cream on her face which is clearly covered with make-up.

Tweeps have taken to Twitter to drag Bonang Matheba over the obvious ‘hypocrisy’, as tweeps feels as though Bonang Matheba and Nivea are taking them for a ride and they do not respect them as reasoning people. Taking to Twitter, tweeps have voiced their grievances at both Queen B and Nivea and it does not look pretty at all.

“Putting cream on makeup, that’s not convincing enough” wrote Onalenna Riri.

Tweeps also feel as though Bonang Matheba had it easy because of her social standing and status. Tweeps are more convinced that somebody else should have be given this opportunity and not Bonang Matheba, who clearly has her fingers in all the pies.

Queen B continues to catch smoke on social media as fans are certainly not jumping for joy for this obvious blunder.

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Skeem Saam actors Lehasa and Pretty spark dating rumours in real life

Skeem Saam actors Lehasa and Pretty spark dating rumours in real life

Skeem Saam actors Lehasa and Pretty spark dating rumours in real life

Skeem Saam actors Pretty and Lehasa are Mzansi’s most loved television couple. They are just made for one another.

Fans have constantly expressed their wish for the two actors, namely Cedric Fourie and Lerato Marabe to see what we as fans see and just be an item.

Some fans tune into Skeem Saam just to watch Pretty and Lehasa.

Last month Lerato shared an image of him and Cedric looking all loved up on set with the caption, “Pretty Wenzani my love???”

One fan commented: ”I don’t blame Pretty Lehasa is a catch though.”

Her cast members Innocent Sadiki and Kea Leburu commented with fire and heart emojis.

Pretty, however, overlooked the speculations and went about with her business.

Who Is Lerato Marabe Dating In Real Life?
Last year it was reported that the Skeem Saam actress got married to her boyfriend of many years.

several publications across Mzansi reported that Lerato Marabe got married traditionally. The actress shared images of herself through her Instagram stories where she was dressed in a beautiful traditional wedding dress. Many people got the impression that was officially off the market and taken.

The actress shared an image of herself and her brother. It appeared he was there to support her as well as the rest of her family. No one from the Skeem Saam cast was sighted at the stunning wedding.

This could be because strict lockdown rules around social gatherings at the time. Not much is known about Pretty’s alleged husband as she hasn’t shared any images on social media. However, there are images that have been making the rounds on social media believed to be the love of her life.

What happened to Cedric Fourie And Zari?
Two years ago we reported that Cedric Fourie was smitten with his Ugandan bae, Zari Hassan who goes by the name Zari The Boss Lady? According Zari it ended in tears.

At the time when their relationship made the headlines, Zari had posted a video on social media all loved up with her man at the time. In the video, the two can be seen romantically kissing up a storm.

Zari the boss lady has come out to state the reasons why their relationship ended.

It is alleged that she introduced Cedric to the world as ‘King Bae’ a few months after dumping Diamond back in 2018.

However since the two have never been seen together, fans were worried they broke up and Zari confirmed it by saying:

“With love sometimes shit happens, like that one didn’t last and we went our separate ways but we still talk once in a while.”

She added that the two are still in good terms, saying;

“It did not last, and everyone went their own way, we still talk once in a while, briefly, ‘How are you? How are the kids?’ because he was still attached to our lives.”

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DJ Zinhle’s Reality Show is back for Season 2

DJ Zinhle’s Reality Show is back for Season 2

DJ Zinhle’s Reality Show is back for Season 2

DJ Zinhle’s reality show will be returning for a second season via an Instagram post. South African DJ Ntombezinhle Jiyane, popularly known as DJ Zinhle’s reality show, will be returning for season two. BET Africa announced that the second season of DJ Zinhle: The Unexpected will premiere on 6 August.

“The countdown begins to the season 2 premiere of #DJZinhleBET coming the 6th of August at 19:30 CAT only on @dstvza CH 129!

DJ Zinhle’s Reality Show is back for Season 2

This comes after Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela reported that the second season of the series was in production in June.

DJ Zinhle’s Reality Show is back for Season 2

“TV: DJ Zinhle reality show renewed. DJ Zinhle – The Unexpected, the BET reality show about the artist and business mogul is in production for a second season,” he tweeted.

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Boity saved Lerato Kganyago’s life

Boity saved Lerato Kganyago’s life

Boity saved Lerato Kganyago’s life

South African media personality Boity Thulo is known for her selfless heart and always being there for people. Lerato Kganyago is one of those people who are fond of Boity because she always shows up for her in her time of need.

Lerato has been subjected to immense bullying on social media and especially from people in the industry. This saw her not getting along with many celebrities but Boity makes sure to ride for her even in her absence.

Taking to Instagram, Lerato Khanyago showed Boity some love and appreciation saying she saved her life, “I bumped into you the other day reminding you how much I appreciate you. Forever grateful for what you did over the years. You saved my life, thank you,” she wrote.

Boity responded and said, “Love you always sis.”

A few years ago celebs broke bread for the V-Entertainment dinner. Bonang, Minnie Dlamini, Somizi, Tall As* Mo and , Kuli Roberts all sat and discussed some pressing issues. Kuli degraded Lerato and said she is glad she did not attend. She also threw shade at her saying she copies Bonang.

Boity was the only person to call Kuli out, “What the F does that even mean?” It’s so weird man – it’s not even necessary. It’s so out of line.”

In her IG live, Lerato even acknowledged Boity’s support.

Despite all the backlash, Lerayo continues to collect her WINS. She bagged three Basadi In Music awards nominations. She is nominated for DJ Of The Year award alongside DBN Gogo DJ Zinhle, Lamiez, and Lesego M.

Then she is nominated for Entertainment Radio Presenter Of The Year alongside Lebo Jojo Mokoena, Jabulile Vilakazi, Minenhle Masondo, and Andele Mdoda.

Her third nod is for Mosadi in Business Achievement Award alongside DJ Zinhle and Dineo Ranaka.

Thanking her fans for the support, Lerao said, “Thank you to everyone that keeps nominating and voting for me, that’s already a BIG WIN for me! Thank YOU A blessed weekend to you ALL. See you at the #IAMWOMANExperience and Delicious Fest.”

Boity is currently working on a major project to be launched soon. She prides herself of catering for all women.

“As a black female entrepreneur, I feel privileged and honoured to be able to inspire other young black women to work hard and to move unapologetically towards their dreams and goals.

I’m constantly working to create BRANDS that celebrate the multifaceted woman who is in charge of her destiny. Hence… It’s no surprise that this NEXT BRAND I’ll be launching is built on the notion of celebrating and owning our individuality as women… and highlighting the power in Being Whoever You Want To Be! There are so many ways to Be You,” she said asking her followers to guess her next move.