Stop sleeping on SA music, it's not just background noise

[Martin Myers] In this article Martin Myers breaks down the real business behind using South African music in film TV and advertising and shows why licensing iconic tracks is far more complex and valuable than most brands think...

Review: Escape and recharge at Gonana Collection in Paternoster

[Ruth Cooper] Nestled in the quiet seaside village of Paternoster, Gonana Collection offers a stylish and eco-conscious escape for travellers seeking rest, comfort, and coastal charm...

From everyday classics to bold statements: Eyewear as modern identity

[Robin Fredericks] People are approaching eyewear differently now. Instead of choosing one frame to wear everywhere, more are building smaller rotations that fit different moods, routines and environments...

Review | Dust, Memory and Movement: Garage Dance Ensemble at Suidoosterfees 2026

[Debbie Hathway] The Castle of Good Hope proved an arresting setting for Gat, Garage Dance Ensemble’s haunting production staged during the 23rd Suidoosterfees, writes Debbie Hathway...

Review: Cape Town Opera’s Carmen proves to be a joyous demo of homegrown talent

[Terry Levin] Of all the world’s operas, Georges Bizet’s Carmen surely boasts the number of “greatest hits” per performance, writes Terry Levin...

#AfricaMonth | “We are real players” says Zoe Ramushu on building African film tech for the global industry

[Evan-Lee Courie] This Africa Month, Bizcommunity chats with Zoe Ramushu, a Cape Town-based filmmaker and tech founder who has been shortlisted for the Impact Leadership Award at the Global Production Awards 2026...

La Petite Ferme welcomes bold menu from new head chef Richard Carstens

[Ruth Cooper] Richard Castens joins La Petite Ferme as head chef and introduces a bold new menu, featuring modern French style dishes showcasing local produce and inventive flavour twists...

May the 4th be with you: The internet celebrates Star Wars Day

[Chloe Posthumus] From a clever pun to a global fan moment, May the 4th has become a social media takeover of all things Star Wars...

Legends return and new worlds ignite on the big screen this May

[Daniel Dercksen] Daniel Dercksen shares what to expect on the big screens this May...

Cape Town’s CBD reimagined: The Movement revitalising the city beyond work hours

[Evan-Lee Courie] The Mission for Inner City Cape Town's co-founder Brad Armitage speaks to Bizcommunity about the organisation’s mission, its approach to urban renewal, and the role of initiatives that reshape how people experience Cape Town’s CBD...

Pretty Woman: The Musical charms audiences with sparkle, humour and strong performances

[Debbie Hathway] Once you’ve seen Richard Gere and Julia Roberts in the iconic 1990 romcom, it’s hard not to wonder whether any stage production could possibly measure up...

Romance, adventure, and horror collide in April's film lineup

[Daniel Dercksen] April hits the big screen like a voltage surge: Five tonal frequencies, one month built to jolt audiences awake...

AI redefines music and sparks a creative revolution

[Andile Mathobela] The use of artificial intelligence in music production has been one of the most contentious topics in music circles over the past few months, and the question on everyone's lips: Is AI ushering in music's golden era?

Pantry x Lelive: Why this Erewhon-inspired smoothie collaboration is brilliant

[Maroefah Smith] These collaborations show how brands in South Africa leverage wellness, beauty, and social good to attract engaged consumers...

Review: The night a magician stole my watch at Zingara's La Dolce Royal

[Debbie Hathway] Zingara has always understood that theatre and dining can work hand in hand. From the eclectic foyer to the final moments inside the mirrored tent, guests are treated to a sensory evening...

Review | Gregory Maqoma’s Genesis: A breathtaking dance journey from chaos to rebirth

[Debbie Hathway] Genesis is both historical and immediate. It moves from the birth of humanity to the pressures of the present, asking what we inherit and what we choose to build...

Review: Secrets behind Brahman Hills: The Making of a World-Class Garden

[Terry Levin] The 175-page volume shares maps, planting notes, and the remarkable story of how staff pivoted during Covid to help build the gardens through a harsh Midlands winter...

Review: Cape Ballet Africa’s The Nutcracker triumphs at Artscape

[Debbie Hathway] This staging affirms Cape Ballet Africa artistic director Debbie Turner’s determination to shape the future of ballet in the region by forging sustainable pathways for South African dancers and audiences...

#ICTAF2026: Africa is the palette

[Terry Levin] We came, we saw, we paid attention to the curatorial theme of Listen, and through the medium we heard the message - the contemporary art market is an economic engine where African artists can take up significant space on a global art map...