Code 13 is the new Mzansi Magic drama series that will debut on 14 April at 20:00.

Crime, corruption, and betrayal are what viewers can expect from this new series with familiar faces such as Lunathi Mampofu and Zolisa Xaluva.

On this show, Zolisa plays Bheki Ndlovu, a hardcore police detective with a reputation for solving cases and taking down the most hardcore criminals.

 

 

The no-nonsense police officer encounters two challenges. Firstly, having to re-arrest six of the most dangerous criminals who escaped from a police van. This becomes a tricky case for him because of the corruption, betrayal, and continuous secrets from the people in power affiliated with this case. He stumbles from one adversary to another.

The second challenge he faces is his longing for a romantic relationship with his work partner Bongi Nkosi, played by Lunathi Mampofu. Seemingly Bheki does not only have to deal with criminals stealing from innocent people, but he also has to deal with Bongi stealing his heart.

A fascinating storyline because we witness a hardcore police officer known to grapple with some of SA’s biggest scumbags, tone down his harsh and brutal persona because he is in his feelings.

That makes us wonder what exactly Bongi does that gets Bheki love-struck.

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It would not be the first time Lunathi mesmerized us with her talent. She has taken on roles such as Emma on The River where she constantly bickered with the ruthless Lindiwe.

Here are five highlights from Lunathi’s role as Emmarentia on The River:

Casting News🎬
Zolisa xaluva joins a new series
The award winning actor joins a new series called code13 which is produced by Seriti films the producers of Gomora,Xaluva plays Bheki ndlovu
source:Kgopotso phil Zolisa Xaluva to lead in a new seriesby Bongiwe Mati
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Multi-talented actor Zolisa Xaluva is set to play a lead role in a new Mzansi Magic production called Code 13 soon.

This comes shortly after the former Generations actor was reportedly axed from his role as Caesar Ngonyama, in the popular eTV production called Smoke & Mirrors.

 

 

 

 

 

A statement of the actor’s exit at Smoke & Mirrors read:

“At the onset of the new season of Smoke & Mirrors, the Producers of the Final Chapter Production have come to a resolution to amicably part ways with Zolisa Xaluva. Zolisa has been an asset to the showing his role as Caesar Ngonyama, as we wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavours.”

Not taking long to return to our television screens, the new Mzansi Magic series is said to make its way to our screens by the 14th of April next month.

The news of this new production was shared by entertainment commentator and television show presenter Phil Mpela who commented:

“Zolisa Xaluva leads new series The prolific multi-award winning actor stars in a new drama series called Code 13. Xaluva stars as Bheki Ndlovu — a no-nonsense Jozi detective with a knack for connecting the dots and solving complex cases. Code 13 premieres Sunday, April 14th on Mzansi Magic.”

South African vocalist, songwriter, and singer Paige RSA (born Bridget Belle) recently bought herself a new car.

Paige gained recognition after a video of herself singing Makhadzi’s Ghanama in isiZulu went viral on TikTok. She is also known for her hit song produced with Sdala B.

 

 

 

Taking to Instagram, she shared a picture of herself sitting down on top of a carpet with the word ‘congratulations’. In her caption, she wrote, “Even though they took everything from me & didn’t pay me a cent I still did it through prayer & hard work.”

“Congratulations to myself anything is possible with God, thank you to everyone supporting my work, I am coming for everything,” she concluded her caption.In a different post, she shared a video of herself at the dealership as she went to pick up her car. In the video, she is heard asking her siblings to always remember to work hard whilst using herself as a reference saying, “You know where I come from, work hard and remember that God is always in control.”Fans and supporters flooded her comment section with congratulatory messages:

“Congratulations. What a strong WOMAN.”

“The fact that you acknowledge God in all your work,” wrote another user.

Another one said: “Queen you deserve everything good happening in your life right now.”

South African music artist Focalistic discusses amapiano collaboration with American rapper Rick Ross.

In a live video with the South African musician, Rick Ross applauded Focalistic for his contributions to turning Amapiano into an international success. The two musicians touched base on a lot of things happening in Focalistic’s life and the prospect of Rick Ross visiting mzansi.

Asking the amapiano star about the experiences and the music culture of SA, Rick asked: “Tell me what the night life would be like?”

Focalistic replied,”The night life sounds exactly like the music. We are having fun. With the amapiano growing, we are having fun that is our gift to the world. We are making people understand we are a dancing nation. We are really about the fun.”

Rick Ross also asked about his amapiano collaborations with artists such as Davido, “How did you meet Davido?” he asked.

Focalistic explained that Davido and himself were in a club and a lot of his music was being played, which later got Davido’s attention and had him enquiring about who Focalistic was.

“Luckily I was in the club that night, so we met, and we have been tight since then,” he explained.

Taking to Instagram, Ba Strata hitmaker shared the live video on his page. In his caption, he wrote, “PRESIDENT YA STRAATA X BIGGEST BOSS @richforever. STRAATA KE STRATEGY.’Focalistic discusses amapiano collaboration with Rick Ross over IG liveby Silindokuhle Booi
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South African music artist Focalistic discusses amapiano collaboration with American rapper Rick Ross.

In a live video with the South African musician, Rick Ross applauded Focalistic for his contributions to turning Amapiano into an international success. The two musicians touched base on a lot of things happening in Focalistic’s life and the prospect of Rick Ross visiting mzansi.

Asking the amapiano star about the experiences and the music culture of SA, Rick asked: “Tell me what the night life would be like?”

Focalistic replied,”The night life sounds exactly like the music. We are having fun. With the amapiano growing, we are having fun that is our gift to the world. We are making people understand we are a dancing nation. We are really about the fun.”

Rick Ross also asked about his amapiano collaborations with artists such as Davido, “How did you meet Davido?” he asked.

Focalistic explained that Davido and himself were in a club and a lot of his music was being played, which later got Davido’s attention and had him enquiring about who Focalistic was.

“Luckily I was in the club that night, so we met, and we have been tight since then,” he explained.

Taking to Instagram, Ba Strata hitmaker shared the live video on his page. In his caption, he wrote, “PRESIDENT YA STRAATA X BIGGEST BOSS @richforever. STRAATA KE STRATEGY.’

Fans, industry friends and supporters applauded him in the comment section:

“Danko Presidente! Beeeen gone!”

“The only president in south aaahhh(Africa) to do such missions, 012 to the world,” wrote another user.

Industry friend and music artist Pabi Cooper said: “I KNOW DA GOAT.”

Bonang Matheba to return as the host of Miss South Africa 2024.
Announced at the #SABCVEContestFest, this will be Bonang’s fourth time hosting the prestigious pageant.
The show will air on S3 in August 2024.
#MissSA2024‘The best to ever do it,’ – internet reacts to Bonang Matheba’s Miss SA hosting rumoursby Bongiwe Mati
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South African media personality and House of BNG brand owner, Bonang Matheba is said to be returning as the host for this year’s Miss South Africa pageant.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The media personality is no stranger to the Miss South Africa brand as she has successfully hosted the beauty pageant many times.

Last year, Bonang’s MCC brand House of Bonang continued its partnership with the pageant for many years as one of the sponsors. Not only was Bonang one of the judges for the Miss SA Chasers (a reality show with task-driven exercises given to contestants in the build-up to the pageant), but she hosted the finale, giving the brand massive ratings.

The rumours of Queen B returning as a host this year were shared by television presenter Phil Mpela on his X (formerly Twitter) account:

“Bonang to host Miss South Africa 2024. The inimitable Ms Matheba … trust, few have tried but (real talk) she is one for a generation … will return as the host of the Miss South Africa pageant ceremony. The show will air on S3 in August 2024.”