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Emtee appreciates Sjava

Emtee expresses gratitude to Sjava who has been more than a music colleague to him.

A few days ago, the Trap star expressed love for the one-time BET award winner.

 

 

 

“Sometimes I wish you were my blood brother @Sjava_atm regardless. Locked in 4Life. They thought we were crazy,” the father-of-three wrote.

Following Sjava’s recent feat on Spotify, Emtee took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express gratitude to him.

Emtee appreciates Sjava’s sacrifices; he also revealed he’s ready to go any length for the musician.

“I’m your lil brother but you let me lead the way. Thank you for all your sacrifices and I know you good heart. Anybody talk smack about you, I’m getting arrested, they going to hospital. I don’t play bout your name. Thank you for never judging me, never givin up on me. I’m proud,” the rap star wrote.
Kabza De Small, Kelvin Momo, DJ Maphorisa, Mellow & Sleazy were the other artists on the list.

Fans of the Umcebo hitmaker took to social media to congratulate him for the feat.

Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter) Sjava revealed how he attained this success.

“I spend sleepless nights writing perfecting my pen abanye baze bangihleke bathi ngine stress ngihamba ngikhuluma ngedwa kanti ngiyabhala if you want these results invest in your writing because at the end of the day its all about what you saying you need to say something for me to go listen to you the question will always be UTHINI?????? Drake is number 1 in the world simply because we can all hear what he is saying asicikozeni,” he wrote.

South African rapper **Emtee** has hit back at rumors suggesting that he’s financially struggling, following his recent purchase of a **R4.2 million mansion**. The controversy surrounding the home ignited a storm on social media after the rapper posted pictures of the lavish property, claiming he paid for it in cash.

 

 

 

Despite his claims, many online critics remain skeptical about his financial status. Some questioned whether he could truly afford the house without taking out a loan, while others scrutinized the mansion’s unusual architectural features. Netizens were quick to point out that something about the design of the windows or the overall structure seemed off, fueling speculation.

Not one to back down, **Emtee** responded fiercely to his critics. He took to Twitter to shut down the rumors, maintaining that he isn’t “rich,” but also far from broke. He shared support from fellow rapper **AKA** and trolled his detractors with sharp comebacks, fueling even more chatter about his finances.

Adding fuel to the fire, Emtee has also faced public scrutiny over allegations of drug use. Addressing the rumors, he admitted to smoking marijuana occasionally but assured his fans that he stays away from alcohol, further defending his lifestyle choices.

The ongoing buzz around Emtee’s wealth and mansion has kept Mzansi talking, sparking debates on the authenticity of celebrity lifestyles in South Africa. While some fans stand by his side, others are left questioning whether his cash moves are as solid as they seem. **#EmteeMansion #CashMoves**

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The truth about Nomvelo Makhanya’s exit from Scandal
Nomvelo Makhanya’s exit from Scandal was controversial, and she ended up getting blacklisted from the acting industry for being difficult to work with. However, 4 months ago, she opened up about her exit.

 

According to Makhanya, she reported the director and a call manager for coming to work drunk and being inappropriate. As a result, the directors set out to make her life difficult, and she ended up being written off from the story. The treatment she endured led her to depression, and at one point she considered taking her own life. However, thanks to her strong support system, they held her down in that dark period.
Nomvelo was very upset at how she was easily disposed of; even after 10 years of working on the show and being highly praised, she was easily blacklisted after speaking out against something wrong. According to Nomvelo, it was a power move to show her that she was nothing. After her departure from scandal, she couldn’t secure jobs.
But it turns out it was probably for the best, as the actress has managed to focus on her content creation career and being a DJ. In a recent interview on the Genie Podcast. Nomvelo revealed that she was now making more money outside acting than she did as an actress and had more control over her life.
We wish her well in her future endeavors. She revealed that her life is much more fulfilling and happier than before, and she is still on good terms with some of her colleagues from the show.

LERATO is pleading for an RDP house.

The concerned woman said she’s as good as living outside due to the condition of her family’s three-roomed home.

Lerato Makuwe (46) from Klipgat in North West, claims the Madibeng Local Municipality erected a toilet in the yard almost 10 years ago as a preliminary step to building her dad an RDP.

 

 

 

The worried woman said if the toilet were big enough, she would have moved in to avoid living in a dilapidated house, which is on the verge of collapse.

Lerato said on 20 October 2024, heavy rain, accompanied by strong wind, blew the roof away, leaving them exposed to the elements, which destroyed their property and the little food they had.

“I’m not working and don’t have money to fix the house. My parents have died,” she said.

Lerato Makuwe (46) from Klipgat in North is appeal
Lerato survives on her daughter’s R510 and her R350 grant. Photo by Raymond Morare

Lerato, who lives with her 14-year-old daughter, alleged that her dad applied for an RDP long ago and is still waiting for it.

She’s appealing for a proper house.

“We survive on my daughter’s R510 and my R350 grant. This is painful,” she said.

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Lerato moved back to her parents’ home in 2020 from Soshanguve.

“My biggest wish is to have a better home before Christmas. I don’t feel okay. I’m living outside. I feel like when it rainis, I can come and live inside the toilet,” she said.

Lerato Makuwe (46) from Klipgat in North is appeal
Lerato’s Christmas wish is having an RDP. Photo by Raymond Morare
Lerato’s 52-year-old neighbour said: “We plead for Lerato’s family to get an RDP house, which will be of great help, especially looking at their situation.”

The neighbour also mentioned having a toilet but no RDP house and waiting for years.

Madibeng Local Municipality spokesman, Tumelo Tshabalala, said: “We’re investigating the matter, and will revert back once we’ve verified information at our disposal.”

Singer and songwriter Makhosazana Princess Masango, professionally known as Azana recently celebrated buying a brand-new Omoda car.

According to , the angelic singer debuted her career in 2020 with the album, Ingoma. She is also known for her hit single Your Love which gained her a double platinum plaque.

Taking her Instagram, the singer shared images of her leaving the car dealership with her brand new car.

As stated by the Chey International hub, the OMODA5 was conceived through the innovative art in motion idea framework, which draws inspiration from avant-garde art movements.

The above-mentioned source adds that this design is not only visually striking but also engages the senses, making it appealing to the eye and touch. Its aesthetic qualities are intentionally crafted to be noticeable from the exterior, while experiencing driving the OMADA5.
Singer Azana celebrates buying new carby Limpho Nonkonyane
AZANA: INSTAGRAM
Singer and songwriter Makhosazana Princess Masango, professionally known as Azana recently celebrated buying a brand-new Omoda car.

According to Kaya959, the angelic singer debuted her career in 2020 with the album, Ingoma. She is also known for her hit single Your Love which gained her a double platinum plaque.

Taking her Instagram, the singer shared images of her leaving the car dealership with her brand new car.

As stated by the Chey International hub, the OMODA5 was conceived through the innovative art in motion idea framework, which draws inspiration from avant-garde art movements.

The above-mentioned source adds that this design is not only visually striking but also engages the senses, making it appealing to the eye and touch. Its aesthetic qualities are intentionally crafted to be noticeable from the exterior, while experiencing driving the OMADA5.

 

 

 

This great achievement caused many Instagram users to congratulate the singer on buying her new car.

One user commented, “Glory to God in the highest. You reap what you do. You have worked hard for it Azana.”

Another user added: “Congrats Makho!! Keep on Inspiring the Youth.”

One user added, “Glory to God in the highest. You reap what you so. You have worked hard for it Azana.”

Azana also added in one of her recent posts that she bought the car in cash making it an even greater achievement as she managed to do that at just 24 years old.

Rachel Kolisi took the opportunity to let her hair down and enjoy the celebrations during Tyla’s concert that took place at GrandWest Casino in Cape Town.

 

 

 

 
As Tyla embarked on her South Africa tour, many excited fans turned out in their droves to enjoy her first-ever performance in her home country. Among the fans included Rachel Kolisi, who attended the concert alongside her brother, Joel and two-time Olympic gold medallist and her sister-in-law, Tatjana Smith.

Tyla performed some of her biggest hits including Water, Truth or Dare and Jump, which had fans belting out lyrics and having the time of their lives. Rachel posted some pictures and videos from the night and her joy was clear to see as she described the night as “one of the best nights in a long time.”

“@tyla is a national treasure. Thank you @lmgsportsmanagement @jcsmith7 @tatjanaschoen @erin_gallagher12 @cokestudioafrica @spotifyafrica for one of the best nights I’ve had in a LONG time!” she said.

The success of Tyla’s concert showed just how highly she is appreciated in South Africa, with many South Africans adopting her as their own child, sister and friend. This was evidenced by the incredible turnout at her concert, as well as the love shown on social media.

ACTORS always make sure that they keep their audiences entertained.

When they’re on set, they ensure that people are attracted by their acting and storyline. However, this can come with challenges for themselves.

In recent years, some celebrities have opened up about depression and mental health. While some were able to get help, others couldn’t, and it has resulted in them taking their own lives.

 

 

 
As October has been declared the Mental Health Awareness Month, Skeem Saam actress Lethabo Mekoa talks about mental health.The 20-year-old plays the role of Ntswaki on the SABC1’s most loved drama series.

Her character is an unruly teenage girl whose storyline has captured the hearts of many people in Mzansi.

Lethabo told Daily Sun that actors need support.

“Support for mental health within the industry is needed, as it can be a very demanding environment,” she said.She said that she wishes there was more focus on nurturing young talent.

“I wish young talented people would be provided mentorship opportunities and ensuring fair and equal representation of different stories in the South African entertainment,” she said.

Lethabo won The Royalty Soapie Award a few months ago and said that it was a surreal and humbling experience.

“It’s a moment that reaffirmed all the hard work I’ve put into my craft. More than anything, it motivated me to keep pushing boundaries and growing as an actress,” she said.

She said the award has given her more confidence in her abilities. “It’s a reminder that hard work and passion are recognised, and it has opened more doors for me in the industry. It also pushes me to take on more challenging roles and continuously improve myself,” she said.

Lethabo said that she never anticipated how far she’d go.

“I always believed in my talent. Being recognised now feels like a dream come true. I’m incredibly grateful for the appreciation I’ve received. It drives me to keep delivering my best performances,” she said.

Charmaine Mtinta reportedly leaves ‘Smoke and Mirrors’ after contractual disputesby Zintle Mdaka

Legendary actress, Charmaine Mtinta recently cleared reports surrounding her exit on e.tv’s drama soapie, Smoke and Mirrors, after it was alleged that she was fired from the show.

 

 

 

 
On the weekday drama, Charmaine portrayed the character of a big-hearted sangoma, Nomeva Ndamase, who instantly became a mother to everyone in eMnyameni township.

Recently, Charmaine known for characters she played on Yizo Yizo, Isono, Matatiele and The River; released a statement where she stated that she is deeply concerned about the false and damaging allegations that were being circulated on the socials regarding her departure from Smoke and Mirrors.

“These claims are untrue and risk tarnishing my reputation and career, and I feel it is necessary to address them directly,” she noted.

Clearing the air, she said her departure followed a series of professional discussions between herself and the production team surrounding the terms of her role. Unfortunately, they did not reach an agreement, however, the discussions were conducted with mutual respect.

She further said: “To my colleagues, supporters and the broader entertainment industry, I remain committed to my craft and look forward to continuing to bring meaningful and impactful performances to audiences. Thank you for your continued support,” she penned.

Kabza de Small and Sjava have proven to be South Africa’s musical heavyweights, as Spotify takes over social media with their viral marketing invention ‘Spotify wrapped’, which has revealed them as the most streamed artists in the country.

2024 was a big year for musicians in South Africa as the diverse sounds native to the country managed to cross the seven seas and reach the most unexpected audiences. It resonated with many other people and cultures, strengthening mzansi’s case as the best musical country in the world. With original genres such as amapiano, gqom, maskandi and afro-house becoming more mainstream across the world, an unimaginable number of doors have been opened for our artists to thrive locally and internationally.

 

 

 

 

Among the plethora of artists who made a name for themselves or gained an even bigger audience lies two men who have separated themselves from the crowd and emerged as two of the most streamed artists in the country. After consistently delivering timeless projects such as ‘Isimo’ in 2023, which consists of bangers such as ‘Imithandazo’, ‘Kabza Chant’ and ‘Amazwe’ along with collaborations such as ‘Wishi Wishi’ this year, Kabza de Small, born Kabelo Motha has arguably cemented his status as the king of amapiano.

Spotify revealed that Kabza was the most streamed local, with ‘Isimo’ being the most streamed album, furthermore, he is the second most streamed artist coming second only to Toronto’s very own Drake.

The most streamed South African artists in 2024 on SA 🇿🇦Spotify

1. Kabza De Small
2. Kelvin Momo
3. Dj Maphorisa
4. Sjava
5. Mellow and sleazy
6. Lee Mckrazy
7. Master KG
8. Nkosazana Daughter
9. Joyous Celebration
10. Babalwa M pic.twitter.com/TUWQnEkVjJ

— 2022 AFRICA (@2022AFRICA) December 5, 2024

Sjava, who was born Jabulani Hadebe on the other hand has flown mzansi’s flag high in the hip-hop genre as he is revealed as the most streamed hip-hop artist in the country. The news comes as no surprise as fans often speak about the spiritual nature of Sjava’s songs that resonates very deeply not only with South Africans but many other audiences across the world. The Bergville native has had quite the year, which was highlighted by his highly popular 2016 Tour as well as the release of the deluxe edition of his ‘Isibuko’ album.

His collaboration with upcoming star Usimamane ‘Uvalo’ also took off, as many resonated with both artists’ vulnerability, which is not too common in the hip-hop genre.

Sjava is officially crowned as the Most streamed SA Hip hop artist in 2024 on SA🇿🇦 Spotify pic.twitter.com/aJj9GCMYEM

— 2022 AFRICA (@2022AFRICA) December 5, 2024

Taking to his X (formerly Twitter), Sjava penned a wholesome and heartfelt message of appreciation to his supporters as well as the talent who has been involved in getting him to where he is today. Furthermore, he encourages artists to invest in their writing as it has been the key to his own success.

I spend sleepless nights writing perfecting my pen abanye baze bangihleke bathi ngine stress ngihamba ngikhuluma ngedwa kanti ngiyabhala
if you want these results invest in your writing because at the end of the day its all about what you saying you need to say something for me… pic.twitter.com/ZoLOawem3A

— Sjava indlalifa (@Sjava_atm) December 5, 2024

EX-GENERATIONS: The Legacy actor Ronnie Nyakale isn’t ashamed of being a Bolt driver.

The actor, known for his role as Cosmo, has been trending recently for becoming a driver a few weeks after leaving the SABC1 show.

 

 

 

 
He spoke to Daily Sun about his decision, revealing that becoming a driver wasn’t a difficult choice.“A passion sees no ‘what will people say?’. A passion is a burning desire inside a human to do what they wish to do, not to wish what they want to do. It involves love, discipline, dedication, and respect. My fame doesn’t put stories I want on the table; it’s those stories that have made me famous.

“Stories I lived with before breaking the character for fame. Fame to me is the last thing I think about. Fame is dangerous; it blinds and makes one live by satisfying the expectations of ‘abantu bazothini’ (what will people say). People are waiting for one’s downfall to laugh and embarrass them. I know I’m famous, but I don’t want that to be stuck in my mind,” he said.

Ronnie said he’s seen and embraced the love shown by people.“I’ve seen extreme love and support from fans. I deeply appreciate it, am deeply touched, and so humbled. It’s an offering I have accepted with an open heart,” he said.

He said that his journey as a driver has been amazing.

“My journey as a driver has been experimental since day one. Meeting different people and listening to their stories kept me going. I know their happiness when they see me, the love they have, their first reaction when they realise who I am. That’s the story that kept me going.

“I love how I appear to them and give them a one-on-one opportunity to be with me. The love God gave me from far lands is so big, I’m so humbled, and I serve it in return to be with them one-on-one. Driving works perfectly for me,” said Ronnie.

When asked if he was taking a break, Ronnie said no.

“I’m definitely not taking a break or stopping my acting career. There are things I want to do that aren’t an overnight thing to do. Taking a break from Generations will allow me to risk myself to explore things I want to do.

“I want to grow and work in a different environment and get to know other production houses and producers. There’s Netflix and Showmax I haven’t touched yet, and the journey leads there,” he said.