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By Nokwanda Ncwane Two-time Grammy Award winner Tyla has confirmed that South Africa will be the final stop on her global APOP Tour, following the release of her second studio album, APOP. The album was released on 24 July and marks Tyla’s first full-length project since her self-titled debut album. It blends Amapiano, Afrobeats, pop and R&B, continuing the signature sound that has helped establish her as one of South Africa’s biggest international music stars. The “Water” hitmaker announced the tour on Instagram, where she has more than 13 million followers. The world tour begins in Paris, France, on 12…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Looking for something fun to do this August? Whether you’re planning a chilled day out with friends, a live music experience or a Women’s Month celebration, Durban has plenty happening. Here are a few events worth adding to your calendar. Doek On Fleek 10-Year Celebration When: 1&2 AugustWhere: People’s Park, Moses Mabhida Stadium Doek On Fleek (Doek Nation) is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a two-day festival honouring women, culture and community. What began as a headwrap-themed picnic has grown into a movement celebrating African identity, confidence and self-expression. The event will feature performances by Khuzani, Mafikizolo…

By Sydney Keya and Nokwanda Ncwane Condolences have been pouring in for Durban cyclist Wessel van Dyk, who died after an alleged head-on collision with a drunk driver while cycling along the city’s beachfront. The crash occurred on Saturday morning while he was training. According to Independent Online (IOL), Van Dyk was struck by a vehicle that was allegedly travelling on the wrong side of the road. He was rushed to hospital but succumbed to his injuries in the early hours on Sunday. The alleged drunk driver has reportedly been arrested. The tragedy has sparked an outpour of grief from…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Orlando Pirates players dominated the Premier Soccer League (PSL) Awards after collecting the majority of the top honours for the 2025/26 season. The Buccaneers entered the awards with an impressive 19 nominations across seven categories, reflecting a campaign in which they established themselves as one of the league’s standout teams. Relebohile Mofokeng, who has since signed for Belgian club Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, emerged as the biggest winner of the evening. The 21-year-old scooped the prestigious PSL Footballer of the Season award, which is voted for by Premier Division head coaches. He also received the Betway Premiership Players’…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Whether you’re looking for the perfect picnic spot with friends, a peaceful place to unwind, or an opportunity to learn more about plants and biodiversity, the Durban Botanic Gardens offers something for everyone. Situated in Berea, Durban, the Durban Botanic Gardens is Africa’s oldest surviving botanical garden and one of the city’s most popular green spaces. Established in 1849, the gardens span more than 15 hectares and attract thousands of local and international visitors each year. The gardens are home to an extensive collection of indigenous and exotic plant species, making them an important centre for conservation,…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Ukhozi FM social commentator Nco Dube says the continued recycling of familiar political figures, factional battles and politicians facing corruption allegations risks further alienating young South Africans ahead of the 4 November 2026 local government elections. His comments follow the appointment of former eThekwini Municipality mayor Zandile Gumede as the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party’s deputy convenor in KwaZulu-Natal. Gumede was unveiled alongside several former African National Congress (ANC) members who have defected to the Jacob Zuma-led party during a media briefing earlier this month. According to Dube, younger voters are increasingly looking for political alternatives rather than…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Meta has introduced a new safety feature that will notify parents using Instagram’s parental supervision tools if their teenager discusses suicide or self-harm with Meta AI, while also providing resources to help parents navigate these sensitive conversations. The feature forms part of Meta’s broader efforts to strengthen online safety for teenagers using its platforms and artificial intelligence tools. According to the company, when a teenager indicates that they may be thinking about suicide or self-harm during a conversation with Meta AI, the chatbot already directs them to crisis support services and encourages them to seek help from…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis believes her side has the right balance of experience and youth as South Africa prepares to compete at the 2026 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The tournament will be held in Morocco from 26 July to 16 August and will also serve as the African qualifiers for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. Ellis announced her final 26-player squad on Friday, 17 July, following weeks of preparation. Speaking about the selection process, Ellis admitted that choosing the final squad was one of the most difficult parts of…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Durban University of Technology (DUT) student Nhlakanipho Ngwenya has signed with Betway Premiership club TS Galaxy FC, marking a major milestone in his football career. Ngwenya, a final-year Diploma in Business and Information Management student, was officially unveiled as one of the club’s new signings over the weekend ahead of the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season. Originally from Mayflower in Mpumalanga, Ngwenya joined DUT in 2024, where he quickly caught the attention of coaches during the University’s Freshers Cup. His impressive performances earned him a place in DUT FC, where he continued to excel. Nhlakanipho Ngwenya [In white…

By Nokwanda Ncwane Spain have been crowned FIFA World Cup 2026 champions after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a dramatic final that was decided in extra time. The highly anticipated final which also featured a half-time entertainment show was played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States, on Sunday, 19 July, bringing an end to a month-long tournament featuring the newly expanded 48-team format. Both sides created opportunities throughout the match, but Spain’s trademark possession-based style gradually took control as the contest wore on. Argentina’s task became even more difficult after midfielder Enzo Fernández was shown a second…