With Merapelo ya Bashimane ba Kalahari Desert, Seditsi Collection steps boldly into the world of menswear — and what a debut it is. This Spring/Summer 2025 capsule by Lesedi Baakwalanya, Founder and Head Designer at Seditsi Collection, and Romley Lishiba, the brand’s Creative Director, feels like a prayer stitched in fabric — poetic, grounded and distinctly African.
Long before Cici became a household name with hits like Hamba, Ndidinge, and her latest chart-topper Amen featuring Naledi Aphiwe, her journey in music was a relentless pursuit. Every step was driven by determination, countless sacrifices, and a deep belief that music was where she truly belonged.
The actress channels resilience and empathy into Aleah, a character navigating trauma and justice.
From a childhood dream of becoming a dermatologist to building a career in the performing arts, South African darling Thuso Mbedu has always carried one constant: a deep desire to heal. What shifted was not her purpose, but the medium — and today she does it through stories that touch hearts, challenge perspectives, and spark reflection in audiences.
From surgery to self-acceptance, the Slay Queens star opens up about beauty, empowerment, and finally feeling at peace in her own skin.
Reality TV star and influencer Inno Morolong says she’s finally in a healthy and happy place with her body — one that not only fuels her confidence but also reminds her of her strength, growth, and the beauty that comes with embracing herself fully.
From a young singer bursting onto the scene with Qinisela to a spiritual force in South African music, Khumalo reflects on a career of growth, scars, and the unshakable mission to heal.
Twenty years into her journey, Kelly Khumalo shares that she has uncovered the pinnacle truth of a purpose that has long been taking shape.
Born in one of the country’s most uncertain times—just a week before the national lockdown was announced—Shonisani Braids has blossomed into a trusted and beloved name in the fibre hair industry.
“Being a Black woman is such a gift. We carry layers of depth, creativity, and passion that naturally flow into how we create and how we see the world.”
There’s something irresistible about a woman who wears her creativity like second skin, and Bonolo Mashilo is exactly that.
With the Mayonie Festival, Zakes isn’t just throwing a party — he’s creating a home for Afrohouse, Afrotech, and South African pride.
Zakes Bantwini is no stranger to breaking boundaries. The Grammy Award-winning star, hitmaker, and cultural icon has never been content with just making music — he’s always been about creating movements. His latest venture, the Mayonie Open Air Festival, is proof that his vision is bigger than the stage.
From Mrs South Africa to founder of Miss Polo Universe Africa, she’s redefining pageantry as a stage for intellect, leadership, and unapologetic African beauty.
Two years ago, South Africa cheered as Palesa Matjekane was crowned Mrs South Africa, a title that would go on to shape her life in ways she never imagined. Today, she isn’t just a former queen—she’s a visionary, an entrepreneur, and the powerhouse behind a brand-new beauty platform, Miss Polo Universe Africa. With grace and grit, she’s proving that a crown is never the end of the story, but rather the beginning of a legacy.
From childhood solitude to a lead role in Shaka iLembe, Amanda Seome’s journey is one of quiet strength, artistic passion, and a powerful tribute to the woman who raised her.
Amanda Seome has made her mark—etched powerfully into one of the most defining African stories to ever grace television: Shaka iLembe.