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Mzansi Magic’s Kwa Baba Explores The Fine Line Between Love And Tradition
As Kwa Baba continues on Mzansi Magic, its central love story between Bahumi and Zwelakhe is sparking conversations about romance, family expectations and cultural traditions. Actors Rorisang Mohapi-Grootboom and Hlengiwe Lushaba Madla discuss their characters, the meaning behind the series, and why authentic storytelling matters. Tune in to Kwa Baba on Mzansi Magic (DStv Channel 161) every weekday at 19:30…
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TiMO ODV On What To Expect From His B2B Set At Ultra South Africa
📸: Supplied TiMO ODV is preparing for a collaborative back-to-back set with Kyle Cassim at ULTRA South Africa 2026. Known for blending melodic techno and indie dance, the “Save Me” artist aims to showcase local talent on a global stage, featuring his new single “Me, I Dance” and various unreleased studio projects. Key Highlights Johannesburg…
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FOLA Talks Album “Catharsis”, Emotional Freedom And Afrobeats
📸: FOLA The Nigerian rising star reflected on healing, heartbreak, and spiritual grounding in a September 2025 conversation with Nandi Madida. On September 5, 2025, Africa Now Radio returned with another culture-shaping episode as host Nandi Madida sat down with Nigerian Afrobeats talent FOLA. Broadcast globally on Apple Music 1, the FaceTime interview coincided with FOLA’s single “golibe” and deeper conversations around…
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Fif_laaa Speaks On Authenticity And Longevity With Coco Brown
📸: NJ Photography DJ & radio host Fif_laaa opens up about her massive year, going from watching in the crowd to rocking the main stage at festivals like Milk + Cookies. She breaks down her set prep (mixing old-school hip-hop with new trap) and explains why staying true to yourself is the only way to…
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Gyakie Talks Creativity After Dark And Her Album “After Midnight”
Source(s): Images supplied The Ghanaian Afro-Fusion star reflected on creativity after dark, soul-first songwriting, and building timeless music in a 2025 conversation with Nandi Madida. In August 2025, Africa Now Radio hosted one of its most emotionally resonant episodes of the year, as Nandi Madida sat down with Ghanaian R&B and Afro-Fusion singer Gyakie. Airing globally on Apple Music 1 on Friday, 29…
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Shekhinah Unpacks “Less Trouble, Her Independence And Rosefest
Source(s): Images supplied In August 2025, Africa Now Radio returned with a standout episode that went beyond the music. Hosted by Nandi Madida on Apple Music 1, the broadcast featured an intimate FaceTime interview with South African R&B powerhouse Shekhinah. Coinciding with the release of her album Less Trouble, the conversation captured an artist firmly reclaiming her independence…
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Fido Talks Olayemi “I Miss You Die” On Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio
Rising Nigerian star Fido joined Nandi Madida for an insightful conversation on Apple Music 1. They explored faith, inspiration and the pivotal moment that changed everything. This Africa Now Radio episode, hosted by Nandi Madida, features a candid FaceTime interview with the fast-rising Nigerian Afrobeats artist Fido. Broadcasting globally on Apple Music 1, the episode…
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Tyla Details ‘Dynamite’ Collaboration And Plans For First Global Tour
In an interview on Apple Music’s The Dotty Show in July 2025, South African star Tyla revealed the three-year journey behind her Wizkid collaboration, “Dynamite.” She explained that the track originated after she approached the Afrobeat icon in a Nigerian hotel lobby in 2022, eventually recording the demo in Ghana. While discussing her recent three-track bundle,…
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#LAChats With Gagasi FM’s Brooklyn Masuku Closing With The Best Of 2025
For Brooklyn, championing local music has always been more than just a job description; it’s a deliberate practice. Having built a multi-disciplinary career across radio, digital publishing, and brand storytelling, the Commercial Digital Officer at Gagasi FM has seen the industry from every angle, from the studio floor to the boardroom table. But despite the…
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#LAChats Inside Salle And Nandi Madida’s Interview On Apple Music
Nigerian Afrobeats singer and songwriter Salle joined Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about her single “If You Leave” with Ayo Maff. She also discussed dealing with viral success and taking time away from social media, the support she’s received from Don Jazzy and her EP title ‘Only Sad People Smile’.…
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#LAChats Inside Major League DJz & Tim Sweeney Interview On Apple Music
South African dance music duo Major League DJz joined Tim Sweeney to discuss evolving beyond their signature Amapiano sound, expanding into global dance markets, the unreleased early version of their hit “Come With Me” featuring Jorja Smith, and more. Here’s how the interview went down! Major League DJz tell Apple Music about their sound evolving…
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#LAChats Inside Odeal And Nandi Madida’s Interview On Apple Music
Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Odeal joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his single “London Summers”. He also discusses his EP ‘The Summer That Saved Me’, how experiencing different countries shaped his music, and how watching Burna Boy perform live influenced him to become an artist. Here’s how the…
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#LAChats With Shizzi On “Famous” And Defining OBG Records’ Vision
GRAMMY Award-nominated and platinum-selling producer Shizzi sets the tone for his next chapter with FAMOUS, an Afrofusion love anthem created alongside rising talent Tayor. The song took shape during a spontaneous trip to Johannesburg, built around a hypnotic Indian sample and Shizzi’s distinctive percussion. Tayor wrote beside him in what Shizzi calls “pure energy,” delivering vocals…
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#LAChats With Joliza About His Bhacasoul Album “Ushuni We Bhaca”
The rumble of a bus engine may seem an unlikely birthplace for celebrated South African music, yet for singer-songwriter Joliza (Thandikhaya Magayiyana), it was his creative studio. From driving a bus by day, he is now the triumphant winner of the 2024 SABC 1 talent show, Ushuni Womhlaba, and the newest signee to the century-old Gallo Record Company. Joliza’s…
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#LAChats Inside Burna Boy And Nandi Madida’s Interview On Apple Music
GRAMMY-winning artist Burna Boy joins Apple Music’s Ebro Darden to celebrate the release of his eighth studio album No Sign of Weakness. During the interview, the Afrobeats singer talked about his experience creating the album and collaborating with iconic artists Shaboozey, Travis Scott, and The Rolling Stones. Here’s how the interview went down! Burna Boy tells Apple Music about working…
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#LAChats Inside Samthing Soweto And Nandi’s Interview On Apple Music
South African Afro-Soul artist Samthing Soweto joined Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his single “Ama Get Down”. He also discussed his album ‘Touch Is A Move (Good Morning)’, how he was inspired to include audio drama on his album, his song “Deda”, and his weight loss journey. Here’s how…
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#LAChats Inside Ayo Maff And Nandi Madida’s Interview On Apple Music
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayo Maff joined Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his single, the Chike collab, “Realness.” He also discussed why his debut album, ‘Prince of the Street’ is so important to him, recognising the OG’s, and appreciating feedback from his fans. Here’s how the interview went down! Ayo…
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#LAChats Inside K.O And Nandi Madida’s Interview On Apple Music
South African hip-hop veteran K.O joined Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his single, “Supernova.” He also discussed his album, ‘Phara City,’ the legacy of Teargas on the new generation of artists, and featuring collaborations on the album. Here’s how the interview went down! K.O tells Apple Music why now…
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#LAChats Inside Watendawili And Nandi’s Interview On Apple Music
Kenyan Afropop duo Watendawili joined Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about their single, the Xenia Manasseh collab, “Beba.” They also discussed their album, ‘En Route,’ the benefits of being independent and why they love to experiment. Here’s how the interview went down! Watendawili Tell Apple Music Why They Love To…
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#LAChats Inside Ayox And Nandi Madida’s Interview On Apple Music
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayox joined Nandi Madida via FaceTime on Apple Music 1 to talk about his single, the Qing Madi collab, “WHAT HAVE YOU DONE.” He also discussed his EP, ‘WHEN NOBODY IS WATCHING,’ finding his purpose, and representing loners through his songwriting. Here’s how the interview went down! Ayox Tells Apple Music How…
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