Award-winning singer and songwriter Zahara – real name Bulelwa Mkutukana will be making her debut as an Amapiano artist on Friday, 10 November when she releases her first Amapiano track named Guqa Ngedolo, SowetanLIVE reported.

 

‘WHY NOT?’: ZAHARA ON BECOMING AN AMAPIANO STAR
The 34-year-old singer rose to stardom with her beloved Afro-soul songs including Loliwe, Ndiza, Phendula, Bendirongo, and more. She now plans to embark in her new journey as an Amapiano star. According to the publication, her upcoming work is said to be composed by veteran music producer and longtime friend Mojalefa Thebe, who is also known as Mjakes.

“This was all Bhut’Mjakes’ idea. He’s the one who came to me and requested I try Amapiano, and because I’ve known him for so long, most of my career really, I thought to myself: ‘why not?,” the Eastern-Cape-born singer was quoted as sayingThe Xhosa self-taught guitarist reportedly shared that she uses her voice to inspire people and doesn’t believe the new music genre will change that.

“When you’re a musician, you’ll forever be boxed in a category or offering. But what people don’t realise is that as musicians, we need to be innovative, to elevate ourselves and evolve with the times and that’s what I’m doing,” Zahara was quoted as saying.

After dating for just six months, in March, Zahara got engaged to her new man, Mpho Xaba. She is expected to be walking down the aisle in this month, ZiMoja reported. “I have been so happy, I won’t even lie. He makes me happy. Nothing has changed since the proposal, he has been so consistent,” Zahara was quoted as saying.

Still glowing from his recent Rugby World Cup Victory, Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe was treated to a wonderful birthday party by his friends and family. Photos and video footage from the all black affair was shared online by the full time wing and sometime fullback.

 

 

He turned 30 on the day of the final but was unable to celebrate because of the national trophy tour which took place all of last week.Springbok player Cheslin Kolbe made South Africa super proud after he and his team defeated New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup Final which took place in France.

Since their victory, South Africans across the country have been celebrating alongside the rugby team who embarked on a nationwide parade shortly after touching down in SA.

Because of this, Cheslin Kolbe had no time to celebrate his birthday until last Saturday when his wife Layla and the rest of his family held a sophisticated party for him.The all black event took place in Paarl at the picturesque Moerat Events in Paarl and was organised by wedding and events planner Areef Moerat.

Taking to Instagram, Kolbe and his loved ones all shared photos and videos from the party. Take a look below:Kolbe has received high praises for his performance during the RWC and has steadily gained more support from South Africans who were particularly heart broken for him during the last few minutes of the final.

This after he was left visibly upset following a yellow card that got him sent off the field.

In a number of posts, fans assured him that he had in no way let the team down and that they are all behind him.

South African superstar Nomzamo Mbatha is making more global waves. This time, she’s set to present an award at the Earthshot Prize ceremony taking place in Singapore.

 

Mbatha has not only established herself as a leading actress in the local and international scene, but she has also proven herself to be an impactful humanitarian. She has worked closely with the United Nations on programs that improve the lives of Africans and in 2019 was named as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador. Her social work has helped her grow her brand even further and now she’s been chosen to be a presenter at the Earthshot Prize event in Singapore taking place on the 7th of November.

NOMZAMO MBATHA TO RECOGNISE SUSTAINABLE ACTIVISTS
If you’ve never heard of it before, the Earthshot Prize is an annual award that is given to five remarkable humans across the globe. The Earthshot Prize recognises activists who have contributed to environmentalism and sustainable development and has been running since 2021. Each of the five winners will walk away with £1 million to further continue their sustainable work.

Nomzamo Mbatha will be one of this year’s presenters and will be handing an award to this year’s African recipient. Multichoice Group, which has partnered with Earthshot globally, proudly announced her involvement at this year’s ceremony.

The Group wrote on X, “An honourable mention to the incredible Nomzamo Mbatha, who will be shining on the global stage at the Earthshot Prize award ceremony! Her dedication to a sustainable future is an inspiration to us all. Let’s celebrate her impact on our planet!”

ANOTHER GLOBAL GIG FOR MBATHA
Nomzamo Mbatha’s star continues to rise in all the right ways. The actress and presenter has just finished hosting her hugely successful Most Fascinating Dinner series both in New York and South Africa. She has also worked on blockbuster films including Amazon Prime’s Coming 2 America.

Closer to home, she famously starred in Mzansi Magic’s blockbuster series, Shaka Ilembe, where she portrayed Queen Nandi, Shaka’s mother. The hugely popular historical drama has been renewed for a second season and fans are eager to see Nomzamo Mbatha reprising her role in the upcoming season.

Until then, all eyes will be on the big stage in Singapore where Nomzamo Mbatha will be flying our nation’s flag proudly at the Earthshot Prize ceremony.

Siya Kolisi’s wife, Rachel took to her Instagram on Tuesday, 7 November to gush over Handre Pollard and his wife Marise’s pregnancy.The mother of two, Rachel Kolisi revealed on her Instagram story that she can’t wait to meet Handre and Marise Pollard’s baby.

 

 
“Love you guys so much. Can’t wait for baby Pollard,” she said.

Rachel shared a photo of herself and her husband, Siya Kolisi with the expectant parents from the Springboks final trophy tour in East London this past weekend.

Marise Pollard also shared photos and videos of the Springboks celebrating their Rugby World Cup win on the tour bus.

“So lief vir ons mense en ons land, dankie Suid-Afrika”, (I love our people and our land, thank you South Africa)The Springbok flyhalf, Handré Pollard and his wife, Marise announced this week that they are expecting their first child together in April 2024.

“The biggest blessing of them all joining us April ’24. Thank you, Jesus, for trusting us with this little life,” wrote Marise on her Instagram on Sunday.

The Pollards pregnancy news comes a week after Eben Etzebeth and his wife, Anlia also revealed they are expecting their first baby together.

“BLESSINGS upon BLESSINGS! 🏆🎂☔️Thank you Lord!🙏🙏🙏Well done Bokke & HAPPY BIRTHDAY my liefste man!,” wrote Anlia with a baby bump.

South Africans have accused an East London fan of “disrespecting” Rachel Kolisi after she planted an unwanted kiss on her Springbok captain husband, Siya.

The incident – captured in a viral video – took place during the Rugby World Cup trophy tour in the province.

 

 

 

 

But while Rachel is aware of the pitfalls of being a sports WAG, it hasn’t stopped her from checking female fans before…FOUR TIMES RACHEL KOLISI CALLED OUT FEMALE FANS
It’s a well-known fact that Rachel Kolisi does not appreciate fans who cross the line when it comes to her marriage to Siya Kolisi. And the internet has the receipts to prove it.

Several years ago, South Africans accused the blonde woman of being “jealous” and “insecure” after she called out “thirsty fans.”

‘A type’

In 2018, Rachel clapped back at another woman on social media who claimed Siya was her “type.”Taking to her Twitter account – which she has since deleted – Rachel clapped back: “[Siya’s] not ‘a type’. He’s a married man responsible for four children.”

In a separate tweet, she added: “Just a side note. I’ve been there for all the good times. But I’ve also been there for ALL the bad times. Honestly, this should go without saying. Respect my relationship and woman to woman. Respect me.”Rachel then called out a celeb – later identified as TV personality Lorna Maseko – who allegedly encouraged her friend to date a married man, name-dropping Siya Kolisi.

Rachel tweeted at the time: “I watched a local TV show last week where a local ‘celeb’ was encouraging her friend to ‘go after/date/hook up’ with Siya Kolisi. Had to rewind a few times to make sure I heard right.”Exposing the ‘DMs’

In 2019, Rachel Kolisi trended again when she named and shamed a Cape Town woman she accused of “sliding” into her husband’s DMs.

“Just wondering what her a** is doing in my husband’s DMs?” she shared alongside a pic of the woman wearing a thong. She added: “In case you haven’t heard, I don’t like being disrespected.”

According to the woman – fitness model Marike Botha – Rachel got it all wrong.