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Busta 929’s Umsebenzi Wethu trends all day following the success of the 63rd Grammy award, which held on Sunday night, 14th of March, 2021.

Africans won big at the event, as Burna Boy and Wizkid from Nigeria, “repped” Africa with their huge wins.

However, some South Africans believe believe Amapiano hit songs deserve a grammy win.

Songs like Vsop, Umsebenzi Wethu, Emcimbini, Tender Love, Uthando, Nana Thula and Sithi Sithi were suggested to be deserving of Grammy awards.

Well, Amapiano genre has been doing great in some African countries, and it’s bagged international recognition, though the nod isn’t all that great yet.

Songs like Sponono and Ke Star did well on music charts.

Do you think it’s high time Amapiano hit songs got Grammys win?

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Mafikizolo’s Nhlanhla Nciza is celebrating her 43rd birthday and she is grateful to God for making it possible for her to witness this day.

Taking to Instagram, the star shared pictures taken in her bedroom.

Nhlanhla works hand in hand with composer Theo Kgosinkwe and they both are called “Mafikizolo”.

The duo rose to fame after they released their singles includes, “Ndihamba Nawe”, “Kwela Kwela”, “Sibongile”, “Udakwa Njalo” .

The group released their self title album Mafikizolo (1997) and Music Revolution.

Nhlanhla Nciza captioned: “If I happen to be in a great mood today, don’t be alarmed. IT’S MY BIRTHDAY 🥂🎂🎊🎉 My heart is full and for that I’m grateful to God thee most High”

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The Fergusons pays tribute to late Menzi Ngubane: “This is too much”

The passing of veteran actor has sent shockwaves across the country.

The veteran actor died of a stroke at his home after a 10-year battle relating to kidney disease and diabetes.

The actor rose to superstardom when he assumed the role of Cijimpi in Kwakhala Nyonini, which turned him into a household name with a legion of fans.

Connie Ferguson starred alongside Menzi on Generations and hired him to be on her production The Queen last year.

Reacting to his death, Connie said the news was “too much” and had left her speechless.

Connie captioned: “Ngubs!!!😭😭😭 This is too much!💔 May God give Sike and the Ngubane family strength and courage to deal with this loss!🙏🏾 You are in our prayers!🙏🏾 I am seriously at a loss!🥲 #ripngubs 🕊🕊🕊 As legends never die, you live on in our hearts and your amazing library of work!”

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Lasizwe gives shoutout to Andile Mpisane for fulfilling his promise

Lasizwe has taken to his social media to give shoutout to the birthday boy, Andile Mpisane for keeping up to his promise.

Lasizwe has taken to his social media to give shoutout to the birthday boy, Andile Mpisane for keeping up to his promise.

Earlier today, Andile revealed his plans to gift 20 university students that have recurring debt from 2020 with R10 000 towards their fees.

The star is doing it as a way to celebrate his 20th birthday today.

According to his post, turning 20 and reaching this milestone has him reflecting on his life and how blessed he has been.

Well, his promise has been fulfilled as Lasizwe confirmed it by sharing the news on Twitter.

Lasizwe tweeted: “A massive shoutout to @AndileMpisane for contributing R10 000 (each) for 20 Students. This is amazing truly! Please head over to Andile’s Instagram Page for more info. Thank you bro!!!”

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There is trouble in paradise as Tbo Touch has been reportedly accused of underpaying employees.

The broadcaster has been the Soweto TV CEO since 2019 but seems thing has gone south as he and the head of channel, Nokuthula Zulu have been accused of underpaying their employees,

According to report, he was relieved off his position by chairperson Tuis Jabulani Nkutha, who is also in trouble with the station.

He is accused of unfairly dismissing the seasoned media personality from his CEO and non-executive director duties at the television station.

Sizwe Gcayi, the channel’s legal adviser has threatened to have him arrested if he refuses to step down.

“In view of the above, you are hereby requested to immediately furnish the four directors and the writer hereof with lawfully executed board resolutions regarding the purported removal or resignation of Mr Malongete and Mr Molefe as directors of Soweto TV,” reads a letter as quoted by the publication.