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Obviously we needed to focus on the ladies this month! |
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But… we are not going to talk about moms or sisters, nope. We believe there is more than one important lady, and we know this because we’re repeatedly asked (via our website: www.entertainment-online.co.za) for these ladies time and time again, perhaps you’re going to love them too!?
Let’s get started with this star-studded lineup of renowned female South African media personalities, musical icons, and television stars. |
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Let’s start with the master storytellers and poets. |
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| Dr Gcina Mhlophe Legendary activist, author, playwright and the country’s foremost multilingual storyteller.
High-impact keynote and experiential speaker who customizes oral folktales to address corporate themes such as teamwork and heritage. Mam Gcina! |
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| Botlhale Boikanyo Gained national attention as the child poet who won South Africa’s Got Talent; also an actress (Scandal!??) and television host. Delivers powerful, moving praise-poetry performances for large events, including presidential inaugurations and cultural galas. We love working with her. |
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| Gerry Rantseli Elsdon Household media name who rose to prominence as an M-Net continuity presenter and host of the first Big Brother South Africa. Sought-after celebrity emcee and facilitator for corporate galas and women’s empowerment forums, known for charismatic, professional poise. Always has the best outfits! |
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| Noeleen Maholwana-Sangqu Known as the “Queen of Talk” (on TV not whatsapp) after hosting SABC 3’s long-running daytime show 3Talk with Noeleen.
Commands high-profile corporate awards and gala dinners; excels at live, unscripted interviews with charm and authority. |
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Legendary musicians and vocalists. |
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Rebecca Malope The undisputed “Queen of Gospel,” with a four-decade career and multi-million album sales. Brings high-energy vocal performances that engage crowds at festivals and official ceremonies, creating spiritual uplift. |
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Basadi Women of Jazz An all-female jazz ensemble formed in the late 1990s that challenged gender norms in South African jazz. Ideal live band for sophisticated corporate cocktail events, state banquets and gala dinners, blending Afro-pop, jazz and blues. |
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Vicky Sampson The voice behind “African Dream,” the anthem of the 1996 African Cup of Nations. Booked for large sporting events and heritage celebrations to evoke patriotic nostalgia with live performances. Vicky also has a full band and function playlist for all sorts of events! |
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Eli Zaelo Pretoria-born multilingual pop artist and former Lion King stage performer noted for recording in Mandarin and Cantonese. Popular at international consulates, embassies and global expos for bridging cultures through multilingual performances. We met her first in Hong Kong while working on promoting SA. |
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Jody Williams Pop/R&B vocalist who won Season 4 of Idols South Africa (2007). Known for soaring vocals, booked for carol concerts, corporate events and sporting matches to deliver memorable anthem performances. Still our top Idol! |
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Rising telenovela stars.
Thabisile Zikhali. Multi-award-winning television actress known for roles in major telenovelas such as Uzalo and Isitha: The Enemy. Popular youth-culture host and corporate MC with a large digital following, bringing instant star power to lifestyle events. |
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Loving this list so far? We know this is already one of our longest newsletters, but we have to add some more! We just have too! This next group is a powerhouse collective of chart-topping musical stars, comedy royalty, and visionary leaders in science, innovation and design thinking — representing the best of South African talent across entertainment and corporate strategy. |
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Chart-topping vocalists.
Holly Rey Multi-platinum, SAMA-winning singer and producer, and a Masked Singer South Africa champion; prominent Type 1 diabetes advocate. Delivers high-energy house, afrobeats and pop suited to youth summits, lifestyle festivals and charity galas. Lady Zamar One of South Africa’s most prominent vocalists, known for multi-platinum dance and house anthems and a later shift into acclaimed Afrobeats. Major draw for premium music festivals, brand launches and women-led entrepreneurial events, delivering vibrant sing-alongs. |
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Comedic queens and emcees. Tumi Morake Widely regarded as the “First Lady of South African Comedy,” an award-winning stand-up comedian, actress and TV host. Premium corporate emcee for major institutions, offering sophisticated wit, sharp crowd interaction and reliable program control. Wazi Kunene Digital sensation and stand-up comedian known for relatable TikTok character skits; also a children’s author. Brings youthful energy to comedy showcases, lifestyle activations and Women’s Day panels with material rooted in contemporary pop culture. |
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Visionary thinkers and global scientists.
Dr. Adriana Marais Theoretical physicist, author and explorer; Director at the Foundation for Space Development Africa and leader of the Africa2Moon initiative; founder of Proudly Human. Ideal speaker for tech summits, innovation expos and futurist leadership conferences, offering thought-provoking keynotes on space, quantum biology and sustainability. Dr. Puleng Makhoalibe Expert in creativity, innovation and design thinking with a PhD in Business Management; author of The Alchemy of Design Thinking. Sought for high-level strategy workshops, masterclasses and executive retreats, using creative play and frameworks to help organizations innovate and simplify complexity. |
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We have so much more to share, but just like woman’s month, this newsletter has to end at some point… but we are happy to say you can book any of these ladies any day of the year! Don’t forget we offer a response within 4 working hours! |
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