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    A portrait of Simphiwe Dana leaning on a gate and wearing red church uniform.
    Film + TV
    07 August 2020

    ‘Joko ya Hao’ is Not Your Typical Apartheid Film

    South African filmmaker Mmabatho Montsho doesn't rely on the politics of her new film to carry it along, but instead imposes her authorial voice on a tribute to Winnie Madikizela Mandela.

    Simphiwe Dana pictured above.
    Music
    14 May 2020

    Simphiwe Dana's New Album 'Bamako' Lays Bare Her Musical Ingenuity

    "I am kind of a genius," says the South African artist about her exquisite new album, an Afro-fusion extravaganza featuring the legendary Salif Keita.

    The artwork of Nasty C's latest single "There They Go."
    Music
    31 March 2020

    The 13 Best South African Songs of the Month (March)

    Featuring Nasty C, King Monada, Shabaka and The Ancestors and more.

    Simphiwe Dana Shares New Single ‘Usikhonzile’ from Upcoming Album ‘Bamako’
    Music
    10 February 2020

    Simphiwe Dana Shares New Single ‘Usikhonzile’ from Upcoming Album ‘Bamako’

    Listen to Simphiwe Dana's new single 'Usikhonzile.'

    Simphiwe Dana Shares New Insights About The Song She Wrote For Winnie Mandela
    Music
    16 April 2018

    Simphiwe Dana Shares New Insights About The Song She Wrote For Winnie Mandela

    Simphiwe Dana talks about "Nokunyamezela" in new interview.

    Simphiwe Dana Releases Symphony Experience Concert
    Music
    15 August 2017

    Simphiwe Dana Releases Symphony Experience Concert

    Fans can now relive Simphiwe Dana's Symphony Experience concert.

    South Africa's Boldest Women in Music on the Ultimate 'Girl Power' Anthems
    Music
    03 August 2016

    South Africa's Boldest Women in Music on the Ultimate 'Girl Power' Anthems

    We asked some of our favourite artists in South Africa what they're listening to this Women’s Month.

    Cassper Nyovest, Banky W, Wax Dey, Simphiwe Dana And More Collaborate On 'Viva Mandela, Tata Madiba'
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    17 July 2015

    Cassper Nyovest, Banky W, Wax Dey, Simphiwe Dana And More Collaborate On 'Viva Mandela, Tata Madiba'

    Cassper Nyovest, Banky W, Wax Dey, Runtown, Simphiwe Dana, and Shaydee connect on the Nelson Mandela tribute "Viva Mandela, Tata Madiba."

    The Apollo's Africa Now! South Africa Festival Oct 9-12 [Win Tickets!]
    Events
    01 October 2014

    The Apollo's Africa Now! South Africa Festival Oct 9-12 [Win Tickets!]

    The Apollo Theater presents the Africa Now! South Africa Festival with Simphiwe Dana, Tumi Molekane, The Soil and more October 9-12.

    Premiere: South African Songstress Simphiwe Dana's 'Time Tough'
    Audio
    15 July 2013

    Premiere: South African Songstress Simphiwe Dana's 'Time Tough'

    South African afrosoul singer Simphiwe Dana releases her newest track titled "Time Tough."

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