Category: Entertainment

BY NELIWE NGUBANE MAlKERNS– The excitement surrounding the Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival continues to reach new heights as organisers unveil another heavyweight for the 2026 entertainment line-up. Grammy Award-winning artist, producer and songwriter Zakes Bantwini is the latest star confirmed to perform at the highly anticipated festival, adding even more anticipation ahead […]

BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – South African choral powerhouse Bokamoso Arts Institute is set to bring its acclaimed Lost in Music concert to Eswatini next month, introducing local audiences to a choir that has earned recognition on some of the world’s biggest stages. The concert will take place on 8 August at Esibayeni Lodge’s Esangweni […]

BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – South African media personality and entertainer Somizi Mhlongo has been confirmed as the MC for this year’s Kota Festival Eswatini, adding another high-profile name to a line-up that continues to grow ahead of the October event. Known for his larger-than-life stage presence and influence across television, music and fashion, Somizi has become […]

BY NELIWE NGUBANE MALKERNS – Four aspiring chefs will step out of the classroom and into one of Southern Africa’s biggest culinary stages after the Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival opened applications for its 2026 Sous Chef Development Programme. The initiative will see successful applicants work alongside acclaimed chefs in a live festival […]

BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE – Local record label Mabonwa Abulawe Records is set to release a patriotic anthem aimed at celebrating Eswatini’s history, unity and resilience while showcasing the strength of local collaboration. The song, titled Umliba Loyembili, is scheduled for release on July 24, 2026, across all major digital streaming platforms. Spearheaded by the […]

BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – The search for Eswatini’s next queen of culture has officially begun, with organisers opening entries for the 2026 Miss Cultural Heritage pageant and inviting young women from across the Kingdom to compete for one of the country’s most prestigious cultural titles. More than just a beauty competition, the pageant celebrates […]

BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – Eswatini cultural artist Sancheziey says his upcoming performance at the Maskandi Fest African Tour is about more than sharing a stage with some of South Africa’s biggest Maskandi stars. It is an opportunity to showcase Swati culture and build relationships that could open doors for the Salukazana brand beyond Eswatini. […]

BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – Maskandi sensation Ntencane is set to make his highly anticipated return to Eswatini when he performs at the Maskandi Fest African Tour on 15 August 2026. Known for blending traditional Maskandi sounds with modern influences, Ntencane has become one of the most popular young artists in the genre. His music […]