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TV producer Sonia Mbele revealed in a previous interview that she didn't have a good relationship with her son's [Donell] father. Sonia's interview highlights the troubling relationship she has with Donell who was arrested on Monday, 20 January for two counts of rap*. The veteran actress who's been mum about her son's recent behaviour admits that her son didn't have a father figure while he was growing up.
The incident happened last year when the renowned broadcaster was covering the Kwafie festival in Dormaa, Bono Region. The event which was the 25th-anniversary celebration of Dormaahene Osagyefo Agyeman Badu II, featured musketry displays. While conducting interviews, the Angel FM journalist was hit in the face by a stray shot that severely damaged one of his eyes, forcing him to seek medical treatment abroad.
Veteran Nollywood actress Morenike Sulaimon, known as Mama Ereko, has opened up on her emotional struggles in her marriage to her late husband. Mama Ereko ventured into acting in 1982 but took a break before returning in 1994. Since then, she has starred in and produced numerous films, including Ebun, Bimbo Osin, and Ajulo. The 79-year-old reflected on the emotional challenges she encountered in her marriage during an interview on Talk2Dunnis TV, which was posted on YouTube Saturday. She said: “My children were still young when their father passed away. I experienced many challenges in my husband’s house. Sometimes, he would send me on errands when someone else he was interested in or his mistress was coming over to the house, and when I returned, I would find another woman at home. But I thank God for everything.
E.tv’s gripping drama Isitha: The Enemy is gearing up for an exciting twist with the casting of Sthembiso “SK” Khoza as Sabelo, a character beloved by fans from “The Black Door.” This highly anticipated crossover event promises to elevate the show’s narrative, intertwining unresolved tensions that are certain to create a profound impact on the storyline in Esihlahleni, beginning on 09 February 2026. Sabelo enters the story under the guise of business, becoming part of crucial negotiations involving Nandi and Solomzi. But his presence is far from coincidental. Unknown to Solomzi, Sabelo shares a deep and complicated past with Nandi, one forged during their time on “The Black Door”. When the past walks in, buried emotions resurface, and old wounds refuse to stay closed. As Sabelo and Nandi reconnect, long-suppressed feelings ignite, drawing Nandi into a dangerous emotional tug-of-war.
Rwandan musician Bwiza has announced that she will launch her second album, 25 Shades, in Brussels, Belgium, on March 8, coinciding with the celebration of the International Women’s Day. The KIKAC Music-signed artiste made the development close to two years after dropping her debut album, My Dream, which made an impact to her rise to becoming one of the best artistes in Rwanda. Bwiza said that 25 Shades reflects her age and the multiple facets of her life and her music journey so far. “Ever since I was young, I used to dream and have bigger goals. With the support of my parents, good leadership, and more, I have been able to achieve them,” she said. “I will be celebrating what I achieved ever since I was young, until today.” Bwiza hinted that 25 Shades album launch will feature performances by fellow Rwandan artistes whose names will be confirmed in due course, according to the singer.
A recent controversy involving Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli has sparked discussions on originality and intellectual property within the Nigerian film industry. Oboli took to Instagram to apologise and clarify the circumstances surrounding her latest YouTube film, which was removed from her channel following accusations of striking similarities to another YouTube movie titled, Hope Given. In her public statement, Oboli expressed regret over the incident and emphasised her commitment to originality. She explained that the issue stemmed from a script she had purchased from a screenwriter, which was later revealed to have already been sold to another producer in 2022. This breach of trust has raised questions about the ethical and legal challenges faced by producers, YouTube content creators, and screenwriters in Nollywood.
Zeenat Balogun, daughter of a popular Nollywood actor, Saheed Balogun, is dead. The actor, who announced the passing of his daughter on Saturday via his verified Instagram account, posted a solemn image of a candlelight surrounded by flowers, accompanied by heartbroken emojis. Hours later, his former wife, Fathia Balogun, and colleague, Ronke Ojo, popularly known as Ronke Oshodi Oke, confirmed the news via their Instagram accounts. Posting an image of a candle, Fathia wrote, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un”. Also, Ojo wrote, “No words can ease the pain of losing someone so precious. My heart goes out to you, @saidibalogun, during this incredibly difficult time. May you find strength in the love and support surrounding you.” As of the time of this report, the cause of Zeenat’s death remains unknown.
A Windhoek hotel hosted the much-anticipated Miss Petite Global Namibia 2025 pageant over the weekend, where Josephine Shaapopi (21) was crowned the winner. Shaapopi also took home the title of Miss Photogenic in a category solely voted for by photographers from MP Studios Namibia. The Miss Petite Global pageant aims to celebrate the diversity and talents of women under 168cm in height who may otherwise be excluded from modelling. In the keenly contested competition, Shaapopi, a fashion design student at the College of the Arts, impressed the judges and audience alike. “Being crowned Miss Petite Global Namibia 2025 is an empowering and surreal moment for me,” she says.
Notable gospel singer Ebuka Songs has addressed the viral interview where fellow gospel artist Moses Bliss disclosed that he left his record label before his three-year contract ended. Moses Bliss had previously shared in an interview that Ebuka Songs departed his label after just 11 months, despite signing a longer contract. Reacting to the revelation, Ebuka Songs admitted that he was not entirely happy with some statements made in the interview. He felt that certain details shared were unnecessary. However, he clarified that both he and Moses Bliss had reached a compromise regarding their differences and have since moved on.
lack of originality and creativity is undeniably a growing issue harming the local creative sector. The situation is so dire that we may be on the verge of normalising this trend. While it may be uncomfortable to label someone a copycat, the increase in creatives imitating or replicating the behaviours, styles, and ideas of others has reached alarming levels. Historically, this problem was prevalent in the music industry, but it has now spread to other fields, including spoken word, film, television, dance, and even visual arts. This troubling trend promotes imitation over originality, effectively stifling the creative sector. While new talents continue to emerge, many lose their unique vision as the influence of the digital landscape dominates the industry. Some creatives who had bright futures have lost their way through imitation.
The lawsuit, filed through Libirige & Co. Advocates, accuses Gravity of unlawfully reproducing and profiting from Kafeero’s “Walumbe Zaaya” song. According to the legal notice dated February 11, Gravity Omutujju (real name Gereson Wabuyu), along with Pitaxon and producer Rinex under Big Talent, remixed, recorded, and distributed a version of Walumbe Zaaya in 2012 without seeking permission from Kafeero’s family. The lawsuit notes that Gravity’s version, which remains accessible on his YouTube channel, contains unauthorized use of the original audio, lyrics, beats, and even the voice of the late musician. These actions constitute serious violations of copyright and related rights, including infringement of the late Paul Kafeero’s moral and economic rights, unauthorized reproduction and distribution, as well as unlawful commercial exploitation of his intellectual property.
JOHANNESBURG. – South African music sensations Naledi Aphiwe and Mawelele are basking in the glow of their latest release, ‘Romeo & Juliet’. The track, celebrated for its vibrant Afro-pop sound, has achieved a staggering milestone of one million views on YouTube within just 10 days of its launch. This remarkable feat highlights the duo’s growing influence and appeal in the competitive music scene. ‘Romeo & Juliet’ captures the essence of youthful love, intertwining the passionate emotions emblematic of young romance with a contemporary flair. Drawing inspiration from Shakespeare’s timeless tale, the song transcends mere storytelling – it is a cheerful homage to love’s triumphs and tribulations. Shakespeare’s tragic story is about two young lovers by the name of Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet whose two families disliked each other so much.
