Daily updates from South Africa’s creative industry. Around since 2008.

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Joined October 2008
Toufeeq makes it five. Courtnaé makes it four. SA's Red Bull BC One National Champions are heading to Toronto for the World Final on 29 November. Full story at 10and5.com. #RedBullBCOne #BreakingSA
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Jack White is playing SA for the first time ever. Jo'burg (11 Dec) and Cape Town (14 Dec). Presale Tues 8 Sept, general tickets Wed 9 Sept via Webtickets. Details on 10and5.com. #JackWhiteSA
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Trevor Noah is coming home to captain SA’s comedy squad. 🇿🇦 South Africa’s Festival of Comedy brings Trevor together with Eugene Khoza, Thabiso Mhlongo, Lindy Johnson, Panch Gasela, Mbali Gudazi and Learnmore Jonasi this September. Get the details on 10and5.com
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The Cape Town Photography Festival returns from 2–26 September with 40 exhibitions, 160+ photographers, workshops, talks, film screenings and guided walks across the city. This year’s theme: TRUTH. Read more: 10and5.com.
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REVIEW ALERT- The adidas HYPERBOOST EUPHORIA: Fitness culture is becoming part of the creative lifestyle, from early morning workouts and run clubs to long production days, Our verdict? A lifestyle sneaker built for creatives who are constantly in motion.
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iPENDoring has announced Thembalethu Msibi as Jury President for the 2026 Awards, bringing his experience, perspective and leadership to one of South Africa’s leading creative industry platforms. #iPENDoring #iPENDoring2026 #10and5 #CreativeCulture #SouthAfricanCreativity
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MultiChoice + FAME Week Africa just opened a drama commissioning call for African producers. Submit a treatment + budget, get shortlisted, pitch straight to the CANAL+/StudioCanal panel. Deadline: 18 Sept. Details 👇 10and5.com #FAMEWeekAfrica #OpportunityRadar
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“The version of you that got you here isn’t the one that’ll take you further.” We caught up with Lelowhatsgood to talk about reinvention, pushing Gqom beyond convention and why success has little to do with numbers. Read the interview: 10and5.com #Gqom
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MDU aka TRP is bringing his One Man Show to Cape Town. The producer behind Amapiano’s signature log-drum sound takes over The Alley on 1 August with DJ Maphorisa, Cairo CPT, Tycoon B2B Skroef28, Loatinover Pounds and more. Read more: 10and5.com #Amapiano
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Cape Town’s biggest vintage fashion sale is back. 🛍️ Shop thousands of pre-loved designer labels, vintage finds and high-street favourites at the V&A Waterfront Cruise Terminal from 27–30 August. Every purchase supports literacy initiatives. Read more on 10and5.com
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Tyla's A*POP has been out a few days. We break down the rollout, from teasers to launch. Bonus: the A*POP World Tour hits SA in January 2027. General tickets on sale Friday. 🔗 Full breakdown: 10and5.com. What's your read on the album? #Tyla
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The HEAT Arts Festival returns to Cape Town from 6–15 August, bringing 10 days of exhibitions, live music, theatre, dance, comedy and immersive film to venues across the city centre. Here's what you can see and do, check out the full story on 10and5.com.
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15 young SA founders just landed shelf space at Woolworths. Mall of Africa showcase is on now until 2 August. Go shop it. Find out more on 10and5.com #WoolworthsYouthMakers
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Motorsport is more than the race. It’s the rituals, the rivalries, the precision, the people and the moments that become part of racing history. Moët & Chandon continues its long-standing relationship with Formula 1®, bringing a new expression to the culture
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The next generation of foldables has arrived! Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 bring smarter AI, refined designs and three unique foldable experiences to suit every lifestyle. Find out what’s new via the link. 📲 #Samsung #GalaxyZ #GalaxyAI #Tech
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A$AP Rocky is bringing back the PUMA Suede ’94 for the first time since its original release. Inspired by ’90s New York, the archive revival blends nostalgia with fresh design details. 👟 Read more: 10and5.com #PUMA #ASAPRocky #Sneakers #Streetwear
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Whether you're dressing down the barrel leg jean with everyday essentials or elevating them for an evening out, Catherine van Rees breaks down one of denim's trendy silhouettes, sharing the simple styling principles that make the fit work, the common mistakes to avoid @GStarRAW
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The National Arts Festival kicks off in Makhanda this Wednesday. 200+ shows, Africa's first AI opera, an Oscar winner, Park Chan-wook and five Standard Bank Young Artists. Running 25 June to 5 July. Check out 10and5.com for the programme.
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