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IOL News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
New faces join ‘Generations: The Legacy' as iconic characters take their final bow
Tinah Mnumzana will be joining the cast of "Generations: The Legacy" along with other popular actors. With it's 34th season under way, the show is set to welcome, Tinah Mnumzana, Nozuko Ntshangase, Phillip Tipo Tindisa and Sannah Mchunu. South Africa's long-running telenovela, " Generations: The Legacy " will welcome four new faces. Famed for her role on "Muvhango", Mnumzana will step into the role of Ausi Nokwazi Lukhozi on Monday, June 30. Characterised as impulsive and spontaneous, Ausi navigates life with a recklessness that often leaves her at the mercy of her choices. She's described as a street-smart survivor loyal to the streets, she is both talkative and fiercely opinionated, believing she's always right. "It feels so good and beautiful at the same time to be part of the biggest production. The crew and cast are amazing and have welcomed me so warmly," said Mnumzana. Viewers will also meet Ntshangase on Wednesday, July 9, who is set to portray the ambitious Vuyelwa Nxumalo. Vuyelwa is a product of privilege, having attended private school since grade one. Despite her nurturing instincts, she is fiercely determined, hoping to establish herself before the age of 30. Ntshangase shared: "I am so excited to join the mother of all soapies. Breathing life to the character of Vuyelwa is amazing and I can't wait for the people to witness the magic."
The Citizen
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Siphephelo Ndlovu on his hiatus from music, getting into the family business of TV, as he returns to stage
Siphephelo Ndlovu is the son of Muvhango creator and TV producer Duma Ndlovu. Siphephelo Ndlovu, known on stage as The SN Project has released a new body of work. Picture: Supplied Siphephelo Ndlovu, known on stage as The SN Project, has been involved in music all his life. From being asked to sing at family gatherings by his mom at a young age, to attending the Drakensberg Boys' Choir School, to acquiring a bachelor of music with honours from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2017, music has always been there. In 2020, he released his debut album, Afrikanization. However, SN hasn't released another body of work until now, except for Pantomime Vol. 1 in May. The singer-songwriter is the son of Muvhango creator and TV producer Duma Ndlovu. Following the release of his debut, he decided to take a break from music to learn the family trade. ALSO READ: 'Muvhango' axed by SABC 2 less than a year after relaunch Taking a break and getting into TV 'Straight after university, I start recording Afrikanization. As that's happening I'm working with the family business at the same time,' SN tells The Citizen. 'Juxtaposed that [music] with growing up with a father who's in the industry, who's made really important work in this country on television, that's also part of my life,' says SN. 'I also lived that life. I'm also going with him to work, seeing him doing rehearsals. I'm also going with him on tour…so I have those two worlds co-existing in my life from a young age,' shares the musician. He says both his parents are his biggest supporters of his music. 'They're like front row seat supporters.' Proud father moment! Sphephelo graduates from Wits, BA music (hons) — Duma Ndlovu (@duma_ndlovu) July 7, 2018 'A couple of things were happening between Afrikanization and Pantomime Vol.1. After I released Afrikanization, I wanted to learn how to make films and I just wanted to do filmmaking,' he says. During his hiatus from music he was learning how to direct and was involved in local productions. 'I was heavily involved in some local productions,' he says. SN has credits on shows like Muvhango and Sibongile & The Dlaminis. 'My goal is to write and direct a feature length film. That is something I'm currently working on. I'm really excited to branch out into that, I have gotten a bit of experience with television, I've been involved in these productions as a director.' ALSO READ: Mandisi Dyantyis running for the Methodist Church at this year's Comrades Marathon SN's new sound As much as the hiatus from music saw him drift toward the more visual side of things, he also used that period to tweak his sound around 2022. 'I start making my new project in 2022. It doesn't go too well,' he says. Afrikanization, a jazz album, had a live music setup, where he played with a band. The sound was mature beyond his years, with songs like Mina Nawe and Ismabulo. These are ditties that one would hear being played on Sunday on Kaya FM or 702. 'I've changed my approach to music, I'm trying to learn a different approach. I'm trying to experiment with new things,' he says of the period between 2022 and now. His new body of work, Pantomime Vol. 1, is more electronic because SN wanted to produce it. 'Ever since I released Afrikanization, I said next project I want it to be a bit electronic because I want to get more into the production aspect of it.' He says that, because of his perfectionist tendencies, he couldn't allow himself to release the new sound he produced because he wasn't happy with it. 'Fast forward to 2023, the first song that I'm actually happy with, comes out as a single because that's all I had so far,' he says referring to Falling (I just wanna know). ALSO READ: 'It cannot carry on as things have been' – Gayton McKenzie as he cuts funding for Downtown Music Hub An answered question Between 2023 and now, he says he dedicated himself to learning as much as possible about production through tutorials. 'Pantomime is literally an answer to a question I've been asking myself between 2022 and 2025. I finally figured it out. I feel like a scientist that's discovered a formula. The formula is my new sound.' As the name of the album suggests, SN's sound on the new project is playful and more accessible to a younger audience. It's imaginable that youthful stations like YFM or 5FM could feature songs like Again and Mine on their playlists. Despite its sonic bounciness, Pantomime Vol.1 features heavy lyrics that speak to heartbreak and the challenges of romantic encounters. 'Pantomime is a collection of experiences, not a hundred percent personal. Maybe just a little in some way or another,' he shares. He will share the new and old sound this weekend at Joburg's Untitled Basement with a performance on Saturday. He also confirmed that Pantomime Vol.2 is in the works and should be out this year. NOW READ: A 'cultural warrior' remembered: Joburg Theatre launches the Mbongeni Ngema Festival
IOL News
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Thabiso Bapela's character promises to shake things up on 'Muvhango's' last season
Thabiso Bapela has joined the cast of 'Muvhango'. Image: Supplied Thabiso Bapela, this June will be making his debut on SABC 2's 'Muvhango'. Bapela takes on the character of Letlotlo Maribe, a role that invites reflection on love, masculinity, and emotional truth in a society still wrestling with what those words mean. 'I'm drawn to people who are trying to figure themselves out,' Bapela says. 'They might look like they've got it all together, but beneath the surface, something deeper is always at play. That's real. That's human.' Bapela doesn't offer spoilers when it comes to his newest character, but his perspective hints at what audiences might expect. 'He is bold. He walks into a room like he belongs there. 'But you start to realise, not everything he projects is as certain as it seems. There's something unresolved beneath all that confidence.' As an actor, Bapela is no stranger to Mzansi screens he has had roles on 'Gomora', 'Giyani - Land of Blood', 'The Queen' and 'Kings of Jo'burg'. His 'Muvhango' character Letlotlo arrives at a time when audiences are craving more than surface-level characters. 'He fits into this world, but he also shakes it a little,' Bapela reflects. 'And I think that's the point.' In a country where public conversations about gender, love, and emotional accountability are becoming more urgent, Letlotlo is a timely addition. His character does not represent perfection or resolution, but rather the honest messiness of figuring it out. 'He's a man of this moment,' Bapela explains. 'Someone who challenges the idea that being strong means having it all figured out. He is honest, sometimes to a fault. But deep down, he is still looking for acceptance.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading This is something Bapela connects with on a personal level. 'I know what it's like to carry expectations, to try to make sense of how you were raised and what kind of man you want to become. Letlotlo is flawed, sure, but he's searching. And I think that's deeply human.' While some viewers may be drawn to the character's charm, others may find themselves confronting their own assumptions. And that, according to Bapela, is exactly what makes the role worth playing. 'This isn't just about entertainment. If it gets people talking or thinking differently about how to show up in relationships, then the character has done his work.' The long-running soap "Muvhango" is in its final season, ending in August, and will be saying goodbye to viewers with a bang. Bapela remarks that the show's success was achieved through blending indigenous traditions, European influences, and global trends, in resonant storytelling that is made by Africans, for Africans, with excellence. Bapela debuts as Letlotlo Maribe on Muvhango, Monday, June 2, on SABC 2. IOL Entertainment
The Citizen
29-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Citizen
Recipe of the day: Tuna avo aioli bagel toasts
Make your breakfast a moment of delicious possibilities by adding avocado. With its melt-in-your-mouth creaminess, subtle buttery flavour, and luxurious appeal, it's easy to give your breakfast favourites the red (green) carpet treatment. If toast is your go-to-breakfast, say goodbye to the mundane and zoosh things up with a toasted bagel topped with tuna, avocado, and a drizzle of aioli. Or why not make those Belgian waffles green with envy? Try avocado waffles loaded with savoury mince, topped off with slices of fresh avocado of course! And let's not forget about the classic breakfast staple: eggs. We're giving this beloved dish a VIP upgrade by serving it on a crispy Parmesan base, topped with avocado, spinach, and a zesty tomato chilli jam. Someone once said that breakfast is a celebration of nourishment and gratitude. Adding avocados to your morning routine is a fantastic way to kickstart your day, as they're packed with monounsaturated fats and essential nutrients like vitamin K and biotin. With avocados available almost all year round in South Africa, there's no excuse not to indulge in these nutrient-packed treasures. So go ahead, add an avocado to your healthy eating plan, and savour the creamy goodness! ALSO READ: 'Muvhango' axed by SABC 2 less than a year after relaunch Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 5 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 60 ml (¼ cup) mayonnaise 1 garlic clove, crushed 170 g tin tuna, drained 1½ avocados, thinly sliced Zest and juice of ½ lemon 2 bagels, cut open Avocado or olive oil for cooking 45 ml (3 tbsp) capers Salt and pepper Method Blitz together the mayonnaise, garlic, tuna, ½ avocado and lemon zest and juice to taste, until smooth. Pack the bagels, cut side up, on a roasting tray and drizzle with oil. Toast under a hot grill for about 3 minutes or until crisp on one side. Heat a splash of oil in a small frying pan on high and fry the capers for about 30 seconds or until crisp. Drain on paper towel. Spread the toasted bagels with the tuna aioli. Top with remaining avocado slices, seasoned with salt and pepper. Sprinkle over capers. Serve immediately. Optional: Garnish with thinly sliced red onion mixed with a squeeze of lemon juice, lemon rings and baby herbs -Recipe supplied by :
The South African
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
SABC finally pulls plug on 'Muvhango' after 28 years on air
After 28 years on air, the SABC has officially canned Muvhango , marking the end of the longest-running SABC2 soapie. Known for its compelling storytelling rooted in Tshivenda culture, Muvhango explored the clash between tradition and modern life. Muvhango debuted on SABC2 on 7 April 1997, and has survived many cancellation threats over the years. The show became a household name, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats for years. It introduced unforgettable characters like Edward, Doobsie, Chief Azwindini, Thandaza, James and the iconic Mukwevho royal family. Following much speculation about its future, Word of Mouth Productions and SABC2 confirmed the show's end in a joint statement. ' Muvhango gave an opportunity to an ignored language that has become one of the most celebrated languages in South Africa now. It has been a privilege and an honour to create moments on television where the marginalised languages were at the centre of them all,' says Muvhango creator and executive producer Duma Ndlovu. Acting group executive for video entertainment Lala Tuku added: 'For almost 30 years, Muvhango has been a pillar of SABC2's programming and a beloved part of South African television history. More than just a drama, Muvhango has been the champion of language, culture, identity and national pride; inspiring, entertaining, educating and uniting audiences across South Africa. 'As the television landscape continues to evolve, SABC2 looks forward to ushering in a new era of storytelling. One that builds on this incredible legacy by continuing to reflect the rich tapestry of South African life.' Muvhango's final episode will air on 8 August 2025 at 21:00. Pending official confirmation from the SABC, Pimville Queens is believed to replace the show starting on 11 August at 21:00. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
