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Since first publishing in October 2012, we’ve chronicled the people, places and brands shaping modern culture. Today, as a contemporary media house, we continue to curate thoughtful editorial across Lifestyle, Fashion, Beauty, Travel & Hospitality, Automotive, Creative and the Sport Industries—where influence meets intention.
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  • Amari Lush — The New MCC Taking Over The Wine Industry

    Get ready to embark on a voyage of exquisite flavors and unrivaled quality as Amari Lush proudly announces its imminent premiere at Woolworths, bringing an outstanding Lush Vintage Methode Cap Classique to the broader market. Amari Wines is one of South Africa’s only 100% Black owned MCC brands, founded in 2017 by Siyabonga Maphalala, Sazi…

  • Heineken Joins Forces With Hey Neighbour Festival As Presenting Partner

    Heineken® has officially joined forces with Hey Neighbour to boost the highly anticipated Festival. Heineken has chosen to celebrate its 150th birthday with everyone who is passionate about music, art, and culture. This resonates with Hey Neighbour’s attitude of turning strangers into Neighbours and is part of the brand’s objective to create relationships and break…

  • Rema Will Join Kendrick Lamar On Day 2 Of South Africa’s Biggest Festival — Hey Neighbour

    Hey Neighbour organized an exclusive gathering today for South African media representatives to share their excitement. The event, held on the rooftop of Prime Media’s offices in Sandton, saw TV and radio presenters, journalists, writers, bloggers, and others participate in the festival’s schedule and activities. Several guests won festival tickets, and others participated in the…

  • D’Banj And Maria Borges To Host The Trace Awards This October

    The first Trace Awards in Rwanda will be hosted by D’Banj, a Nigerian music superstar, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, and Maria Borges, an Angolan supermodel and fashion icon. D’Banj and Maria Borges are set to bring class & glamour to the global celebration of African and Afro-inspired music and talent. The Trace Awards will have a…

  • RETAIL FORERUNNERS ‘WE ARE EGG’ @ROSEBANK TURNS ONE

    Acclaimed experiential department store We Are EGG The Zone @ Rosebank in Johannesburg marked its first anniversary this past weekend with a vibrant celebration, attended by a long list of celebrities, fashion designers, influencers and key media. The event was an energetic extravaganza, with restaurant partner Mamasamba serving delightful cocktails and refreshments throughout the day.…

  • GALXBOY’S Nationwide Footprint Is Expanding — That’s Culture!

    South African streetwear brand GALXBOY — the pioneering South African fashion brand known for its original designs and unique cultural fusion, is pleased to announce its recent expansion into new locations, reaffirming its commitment to enthralling fashion aficionados around the country. The young fashion brand, founded in 2008, has seen incredible growth, opening its doors…

  • Apple Music’s 5 Biggest Nigerian Artists of All Time — and 5 On the Rise

    As Nigeria celebrates its 63rd year of independence, Apple Music is celebrating once again with Oshe Naija, a campaign highlighting Nigerian music’s rich history — as well as the ever-growing influence it has on culture today. Over the past few years, time and again Nigerian artists have set new, bigger milestones on Apple Music, helping…

  • The Official Countdown To Spring Fiesta Has Begun

    With less than 2 weeks to go until the legendary music festival, Spring Fiesta is set to take place at Wild Waters Complex, Boksburg on Saturday, 7th October. Over a decade in the making, this iconic day & night destination music experience is a celebration of all things local – music, culture and togetherness. Showcasing…

  • Introducing An Unrivaled Journey Of Flavor With Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami

    Johnnie Walker, the world’s number one Scotch Whisky brand, has a new offering for South African whisky aficionados, as the whisky brand delivers its latest masterpiece – Johnnie Walker Elusive Umami – to the country. For discerning palates, the limited edition offering will be available in South Africa in early October 2023. This limited edition…

  • TRACE AWARDS GOES INTERSTELLAR AS HOT NEW ARTISTS JOIN THE LINEUP

    To mark its 20th anniversary, global music powerhouse and Afro-music tastemaker Trace is staging the Trace Awards at the BK Arena, Kigali, to celebrate the creativity, talent and influence of African and Afro-inspired music and artists. Tickets for the Trace Awards & Festival went on sale this weekend, as more spectacular additions to the stellar…