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Hello Weekend, 14 September 2024.
The latest edition of News24’s weekly digital weekend magazine is stuffed full of interviews, reviews, excerpts, and in-depth stories. Enjoy the read.
‘I have many facets’: Afrikaans Ken doll Hannon Bothma on Glam Guru, missing husband drama and love
By Marilynn Manuel
South African TV personality Hannon Bothma is as boisterous in real life as he is on screen, and News24 recently had the privilege of experiencing that.
The 57-year-old host of kykNET’s Afrikaans makeover show, Glam Guru, recently sat down with us for a spirited conversation about the new season of the show, his fitness and beauty secrets, and the drama surrounding his estranged husband, Julius Swart, who went missing earlier this year.
‘I would hate to be 22 in 2024’: Nomzamo Mbatha breaks down body politics in the digital age
By Kaunda Selisho
Nomzamo Mbatha, one of South Africa’s most celebrated actors and philanthropists, continues to shine as a global ambassador for positive change.
In August, she added to her growing list of accolades by winning Best African Actress at the prestigious Septimius Awards for her portrayal of Nandi in Shaka Ilembe, M-Net’s historical drama about King Shaka.
Shortly thereafter, Mbatha was announced as a Global Ambassador for Prince William’s Earthshot Prize, an environmental initiative aimed at repairing the planet.
Meet powerhouse duo Sister Party: The ‘girlies with eccentric style’ shaking up SA fashion
By Phumi Ramalepe
In the heart of the fashion scene in South Africa, two sisters, Yaone Refentse and Love Olerato, are taking the industry by storm.
With their unique and unconventional fashion sense, the sisters are carving out a space for themselves that celebrates individuality, inclusivity, and creativity, and they show no signs of slowing down.
SA’s stunning landscape: An epic adventure in the venturesome Ford Everest SUV
By Stuart Johnston
“If I had to pick a stand-out feature of the latest Everest (including its pick-up sibling, the Ranger), it is a feeling of great chassis solidity, topped off with first-class build quality,” writes News24 Motoring contributor Stuart Johnston as he goes on a rewarding mini adventure in a beautiful luxury lodge setting to reacquaint himself with Ford’s two big models.
A charmer with depth: Muzi Mthabela’s new role in Sibongile and the Dlaminis
By Iviwe Mzandisi
Actor Muzi Mthabela has joined the cast of Mzansi Magic’s telenovela Sibongile and the Dlaminis. Mthabela, known for his compelling performances and silver fox appearance, plays the complex character of Mxolisi Xaba, a widower navigating the tumultuous waters of new love.
Mxolisi Xaba is described as an intense character with a deeply complex past. Mthabela said he prepared for this role by drawing from his life experiences, particularly his encounters with loss and grief.
‘We wanted 13PG’: Zapiro shares the story behind the censorship battle of ‘The Showerhead’
By Gabi Zietsman
It’s been a whirlwind couple of months for famous South African cartoonist Jonathan Shapiro, known by his pen name Zapiro.
In the lead-up to the release of The Showerhead – a documentary that explores Zapiro’s career and the infamous battle of pens and swords with former president Jacob Zuma – South Africa’s Film and Publications Board (FPB) decided to slap the film with a 16 LNP (SV) rating back in July.
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Married at First Sight Mzansi couples. (Photo: Supplied/Mzansi Magic)
PODCAST | RealiTea Recap: Where are they now? Get ready for Married at First Sight Mzansi’s reunion: News24 Life deputy editor Kaunda Selisho recaps the events of Married at First Sight Mzansi on her podcast, RealiTea Recap with Kay and goes beyond the moments to give some context to the biggest headlines emerging from the show.
‘Special, but also bittersweet’: Tyla becomes first South African to win a VMA: South African pop star Tyla won a 2024 MTV Video Music Award in the Best Afrobeats category on Wednesday at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.
Bok bride-to-be: Verna-Lee Arries kicks off bridal shower before the big day with Manie Libbok: South African rugby star Manie Libbok put a ring on his long-term girlfriend Verna-Lee Arries’ finger in July 2023.
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