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Gigi Lamayne and Sho Madjozi talks about colourism

Gigi Lamayne shares how an unnamed South African celebrity tried to convince her to consider bleaching her skin in order to further her career. As part of radio station PowerFM’s #987Woman series for Women’s Month, musician Sho Madjozi was invited to host the midday segment and take over as host for a day.

Madjozi was invited as one of 30 powerful women who are invited to the station for their annual three-day Women’s Day celebrations. Every August, the station benches its presenters for three days in a row and invites various female newsmakers and offers them an opportunity to tell their stories and share their views about topics they are most passionate about.

Madjozi (real name Maya Wegeriff) touched on a number of topics but chose to dedicate the middle hour of the show to the topic of colourism – a topic that her name has been brought up in countless times, especially since her BET Award win earlier this year.

Lamayne shared how an unnamed South African celebrity tried to convince her to consider bleaching her skin in order to further her career. Lamayne also stated that this unnamed celebrity told her that she had done it herself and it had worked wonders for her own career.

The pair went on to discuss the innocuous ways in which colourism takes shape in day to day interactions as well as the more overt ways that darker-skinned non-white people are discriminated against by people from their own ethnic backgrounds.

COMING UP: @ShoMadjozi is in studio and is ready to bring you a jam-packed #POWERTalk. Here’s what you can expect ?.#987Woman pic.twitter.com/KmSqCvn3Mt

— POWER 98.7 (@Powerfm987) August 8, 2019

According to Madjozi, one’s experience of colourism isn’t always negative as she often hears things like “you’re beautiful for a Tsonga girl”. She added, however, that although the people saying this think it is a compliment, the underlying implications of the comment are very problematic and may be hurtful to someone else.

Lamayne likened this to the conversations had in hip hop circles and the archetype that most men in hip hop find themselves glorifying. An archetype that Lamayne described as the “light-skinned, long-haired, thin waist, big booty” type of woman.

You might also like…#TBT pictures of Zodwa Wabantu that went viral on the internet

Pictures of Zodwa Wabantu that went viral on the internet. The starlet has been ruling 2019 and there is no disputing of this fact.

She has been everywhere and her success can speak for itself. From buying a brand new car to building a house surely this year is her year. Ever since she signed for Afrotainment her things have been moving smoothly…Read more here

Source: The Citizen

09/08/2019
Sbahle Mpisane proves nothing can keep her down

Sbahle Mpisane’s ‘never give up’ attitude is truly inspiring. Despite the hardships she’s been through and is still facing, she’s showing that life won’t keep her down. She recently shared snaps of her stunning summer-ready body.

Sbahle Mpisane time and again shows her fans what determination looks like – she refuses to allow life to knock her down for good. Since her car accident, Sbahle has been fighting to get back the life she so very nearly lost – and it hasn’t been an easy battle.

And yet, whenever you see the popular fitness bunnie, she’s smiling from ear to ear. What an inspiration. She recently showed off her beautiful summer-ready body and even gave her Instagram followers some advice: “Always buy long-sleeved bikinis for winter.

My long period of amnesia almost made me forget that I have brains in my head. My traumatic injuries on both my feet made me question if I can steer myself in any direction I choose.

Nonetheless, a few understood and pushed me to additionally reclaim myself and relook at my directions.

Source: Briefly

09/08/2019
Ann Malinga’s #FBF vibe is goals – Pictures

Taking to Instagram, Robbie Malinga’s widow said too many people spent time competing with each other about material things to realise that their friends with perfect lives were drowning. Ann Malinga has penned an emotionally-charged note about “neglecting” loved ones, as an outpouring of tributes continues to dominate social media after Khensani Maseko’s suicide.

“People will just decide not to like you because you take care of yourself, they will judge you (with assumptions) thank you think you are better blah blah, they will compete with you assuming your life is perfect (who has a perfect life). When all you are doing is your best trying to figure this life thing out.

She is so happy to be alive and she is making sure she enjoys her life to the fullest with her family of course. She was on a mini vacation and we all liked what we saw. She is in the summer mood and her age is not stopping her from busking the African sun and we must say she is looking so great. Living the life of a celebrity in a more fashionable and mature way.

The widower who was facing difficult days last year after her son Robbie Malinga jnr was making headlines in newspapers and all social media platforms for using his father’s social media platforms. It seems now that things have gone back to normal and now that the public has turned the other side the family can now focus on their life without any disturbances. She posted pictures on her Instagram that we thought would turn up our weekend mood.

You might also like…#TBT pictures of Zodwa Wabantu that went viral on the internet

Pictures of Zodwa Wabantu that went viral on the internet. The starlet has been ruling 2019 and there is no disputing of this fact.

She has been everywhere and her success can speak for itself. From buying a brand new car to building a house surely this year is her year. Ever since she signed for Afrotainment her things have been moving smoothly…Read more here

09/08/2019
Khanyi Mbau Responds to hater calling her fake

Khanyi Mbau Responds To Her Hater Calling Her Fake! Khanyi Mbau has never shied away from sharing the reality behind her lifestyle especially when it comes to the procedures she has done and does.

The media personality maintains that people who talk down on her about her skin or body are people who can’t afford to do it for themselves.

After posting a hot photo on social media, one twitter user commented saying if “fake” was a person it would be Khanyi.

You might also like…Lucy and Mrekza are engaged on Generation: The Legacy

Generation: The Legacy viewers were glued to their seats during last night’s episode when Zitha revealed her true colours to Jack. Mrekza, on the other hand, got down on one knew to propose to his beloved Lucy. She said yes!

Sphe overheard Jack’s faint pleas for help but soon brushed them off when Zitha said she had left the TV on upstairs in the room. Jack begged and pleaded for Zitha to let him go, and even went to the extent of promising er to forgive and forget all she had done, but Zitha couldn’t risk freeing Jack…Read more here

09/08/2019
Donald admits that he is lonely and looking for true love

South African musician, Donald, also known as ‘Mr In Denial’, has shown that he isn’t in denial about his feelings. The muso opened up about being lonely, saying that the ladies don’t want him.

Social media users found out that Mzansi’s Mr In Denial, musician Donald, is actually feeling pretty lonely despite enjoying a successful career. Whatshotafrica reports that Twitter user @BMokoenaZA joked that Donald is the ‘brand ambassador of being single’. Later, another Twitter user, @DDiJnr_, came to the conclusion that Donald should be hooked up by popular show, Date My Family, so he could find a good woman.

Donald actually agreed with the idea because he’s finding it difficult to find someone who wants him. “Please guys, I’m tired of being alone. These ladies don’t want me.” Here’s to hoping the musician finds his one true love soon and lives happily ever after!

You might also like…Nomzamo Mbatha on what she wants to teach her Daughter

Nomzamo Mbatha On What She Wants To Teach Her Daughter! Nomzamo Mbatha has been sending more time in LA this year than back here at home.

It seems time away from home has had the actressreflecting and thinking about many things…Read more here

Source: News365

09/08/2019
Nomzamo Mbatha on what she wants to teach her Daughter

Nomzamo Mbatha On What She Wants To Teach Her Daughter! Nomzamo Mbatha has been sending more time in LA this year than back here at home. It seems time away from home has had the actressreflecting and thinking about many things.

From previous interviews, Nomzamo has hinted that marriage is not for her despite having been engaged before but that does not mean kids are out of the picture too. In a recent Instagram post, the actress shared what she wants to teach her daughter and nieces one day and the list is nothing short of inspiring.

Things I want to teach my daughter and nieces. That you can take yourself out on a gaddamn 5-star dinner date and spoil yourself to the fullest. Fill your own well up, anyone and anything else is a mere addition to that.

We are our own universes and everything in between,” Nomzamo wrote.

You might also like…Actress Samela Tyelbooi shares first Pic of her new Baby

Actress Samela Tyelbooi has shared the first photo of her latest addition to her family!

A few weeks ago the Generations: The Legacy actress announced her pregnancy to the world on the Mamas and Papas Magazine cover…Read more here

08/08/2019
Actress Samela Tyelbooi shares first Pic of her new Baby

Actress Samela Tyelbooi has shared the first photo of her latest addition to her family! A few weeks ago the Generations: The Legacy actress announced her pregnancy to the world on the Mamas and Papas Magazine cover.

She gave birth to her second bundle of joy just after the big reveal. Samela took to social media to share a picture of her daughter, she wrote in part:

“After a period of grief and weeping…joy did indeed come. We are so blessed and thankful for baby Sim.

You might also like…AKA and Cassper Nyovest to share stage at Kwesta’s Spring Break Festival

So it’s true, music rivals, AKA and Cassper Nyovest will put their differences aside and share a stage at Kwesta’s Spring Break Festival. Rival musos, AKA and Cassper Nyovest is set to share the stage on Kwesta’s Spring Break Festival.

Mzansi muso and radio host, Kwesta is expected to host one of the biggest events of the season, the Spring Break Festival, and has announced the artists scheduled to perform at the gig. According to SA Hip Hop magazine, Kwesta told TshisaLive in an interview that the festival will take place in Germiston Lake over three days and that he chose the location as it’s a venue rarely visited by celebrities…Read more here

Source: Dailysun

08/08/2019
Thuso Mbedu’s first day on Hollywood series

Award-winning Mzansi actress Thuso Mbedu has started shooting her Hollywood TV series Underground Rail.

The 29-year-old actress shared snaps of her first day on set on her social media accounts and said she had a great day and is “grateful to be a part of the brilliant production”.

Thuso, who also starred in one of Mzansi’s top soapies Generations: The Legacy will star as one of the three slaves leading the story arc.

The series is directed by renowned director Barry Jenkins and it will premier later this year.

You might also like…Twitter in love with Scandal Nurse Selewa AKA Mokokobale Makgopa – Pictures

Growing up, actress Mokokobale Makgopa was shy to speak her mother tongue, Khelobedu, out of fear of being isolated or seen as different. Now her love for the Northern Sotho dialect has seen her grab the attention of SA in a role on hit TV show Scandal!

Khelobedu is spoken by the Balobedu tribe in parts of Limpopo and is one of several Northern Sotho dialects spoken in the region. There’s been a major push for it to become the nation’s 12th official language….Read more here

Source: Dailysun

08/08/2019
AKA and Cassper Nyovest to share stage at Kwesta’s Spring Break Festival

So it’s true, music rivals, AKA and Cassper Nyovest will put their differences aside and share a stage at Kwesta’s Spring Break Festival. Rival musos, AKA and Cassper Nyovest is set to share the stage on Kwesta’s Spring Break Festival.

Mzansi muso and radio host, Kwesta is expected to host one of the biggest events of the season, the Spring Break Festival, and has announced the artists scheduled to perform at the gig. According to SA Hip Hop magazine, Kwesta told TshisaLive in an interview that the festival will take place in Germiston Lake over three days and that he chose the location as it’s a venue rarely visited by celebrities.

There are not a lot of events and shows happening there and people don’t see their favorite celebrities and musicians performing that side, that’s why I decided to bring it near them.” Artists included in the line-up are DJ Maphorisa, Shekhinah, Black Motion and the rivals, AKA and Cassper Nyovest. The rappers will be sharing a stage – a first event they have been booked for together after a very long time. It is a known fact, that Kwesta has no beef with either of the artists and his claimed that his only aim is to impress his fans

During my performances, you’ll see all the smiles on people’s faces feeling joyful and joyous. People’s happiness is the most rewarding, as it is really not about the money.

Earlier today, Briefly.co.za reported that local music superstar, Kwesta, recently opened up about what has changed since he got hitched to the love of his life, Yolanda, and how rewarding it is to perform for his fans and see the joy on their faces. Kwesta is one of the most consistently great musicians in South Africa and his love of giving fans what they want is one of the reasons why. He recently talked to TshisaLIVE about an upcoming event, what has changed since he got married and the reward of performing for his adoring fans.

You might also like…Twitter in love with Scandal Nurse Selewa AKA Mokokobale Makgopa – Pictures

Growing up, actress Mokokobale Makgopa was shy to speak her mother tongue, Khelobedu, out of fear of being isolated or seen as different. Now her love for the Northern Sotho dialect has seen her grab the attention of SA in a role on hit TV show Scandal!

Khelobedu is spoken by the Balobedu tribe in parts of Limpopo and is one of several Northern Sotho dialects spoken in the region. There’s been a major push for it to become the nation’s 12th official language. Makgopa, who grew up in Lenyeenyee, Limpopo, plays the role of a nurse called Selewa on the e.tv soapie, where she has captivated audiences by speaking the language. Using the language was deliberate to dismantle the stereotypes around the language,” she says…Read more here

Source: Briefly

08/08/2019
Twitter in love with Scandal Nurse Selewa AKA Mokokobale Makgopa – Pictures

Growing up, actress Mokokobale Makgopa was shy to speak her mother tongue, Khelobedu, out of fear of being isolated or seen as different. Now her love for the Northern Sotho dialect has seen her grab the attention of SA in a role on hit TV show Scandal!

Khelobedu is spoken by the Balobedu tribe in parts of Limpopo and is one of several Northern Sotho dialects spoken in the region. There’s been a major push for it to become the nation’s 12th official language. Makgopa, who grew up in Lenyeenyee, Limpopo, plays the role of a nurse called Selewa on the e.tv soapie, where she has captivated audiences by speaking the language. Using the language was deliberate to dismantle the stereotypes around the language,” she says.

Too often people who speak Khelobedu are laughed at or seen as the joker. There has been an overwhelming response, especially from speakers of the language in Limpopo who see someone who looks and speaks like them. I wish there were more opportunities for us. I wish there was more documenting and preservation of the language. I want to elevate the language. We should speak our language in a place we love — on stage or screen — and not be ashamed.”
The fight for Khelobedu to be recognised as an official language has been a long one.

The Modjadji royal family in 2016 called on Nelson Mandela to recognise Khelobedu after many students in the area it is spoken failed their matric exams because they had to translate their language into Sepedi.

Earlier this year, President Cyril Ramaphosa promised to make Khelobedu an official language during an address at the coronation of the queen of the Balobedu.

Makgopa joins a list of several Khelobedu speakers who are challenging stereotypes around the language. Award-winning musician Candy Tsa Mandebele and chart-topping singer King Monada perform in the language. Tsa Mandebele said she sang in Khelobedu due to her desire to preserve the language and because it felt more authentic. “As Balobedu we need to make sure our language grows in leaps and bounds.

Monada said the language had caused difficulties in the early stages of his career. “It can be difficult because some people don’t understand and will ask what you are singing. You don’t know if it will be as well received as you hope. On the other hand, even if it goes well, people will judge you and ask why you don’t just sing in a proper language like English.

You might also like…Phat Joe apologises to Anele Mdoda

Just hours after nearly shutting down social media for his comments on Anele Mdoda’s inclusion on the Miss SA judging panel, Phat Joe has apologised to the radio star.

Joe saw flames on Wednesday morning when he questioned Anele’s inclusion on the beauty pageant’s panel and suggested she was just there to make up the numbers. Anele wasn’t here for game and soon dragged Joe HARD for his comments, calling him “washed out” and claiming he was “obsessed” with her…Read more here

Source: Timeslive

08/08/2019