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Idols SA S14: 9 Million Votes Crown This Year’s Top 10!
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Nine million votes were cast for Idol SA season 14’s Top 10, and the show’s host Proverb barely made it through the tense atmosphere as the announcement made six hopefuls would not be moving forward!
The season’s first live show featured performances from some of the country’s hottest acts – including Tipcee, Thami, Heavy K, Lady Zamar, DJ Maphorisa, TDK Macassette, Zulu Mkhathini and Moonchild.
Say Hello to your Top 10!
Basimane Boys Melato aka King B (19) was the first to hear the magic words “You’re in the Top 10!” from host Proverb. The HR student from Kagiso has been a firm favourite since his dazzling Theatre Week performance that saw him get a standing ovation, which he followed up with another crowd-pleasing performance during the Top 16 Boys show. He reciprocated the love with his now trademark vosho…as Kings do!
The teenagers are certainly not here to play.
Yanga Sobetwa (17) is flying the Generation Z flag high and proud. Following the footsteps of last season’s teen victor, Paxton, Season 14’s youngest contestant has stepped out of the Cape Town township of Langa straight into the national spotlight. Could she be next star from Langa, like the timeless Brenda Fassie?
Nosipho Silinda (18) recently celebrated her birthday in the Idols house, and South Africa gifted the Grade 11 pupil from Ladysmith in KZN with a spot in the Top 10.
Ntokozo Makhathini (18) must be drinking the same Witbank water as her neighbour, Idols season nine winner Musa. Whatever it is, she’s keeping her small town on the map with her inclusion in the Top 10. It looks like her passion for conservation tourism will have to wait a little longer.
Zamagambu Memela aka Xae (19) made Idols history by becoming the first contestant to get a Golden Ticket autographed – by all the judges. While that was a sweet but meaningless gesture, making it into the Top 10 is a big deal for the youngster from Pinetown, Durban.
Thando Mngomezulu (19) finally overcame her crippling lack of confidence to give a dynamite performance that saw the country showing their appreciation with votes. South Africa spoke, the judges listened, and Thando from Jozi made it to the Top 10.
Mthokozisi Nqcobo (20) may have had only two pairs of shoes when he first auditioned, but his spot in the Top 10 proves walking in them to the audition was worth it. The Umlazi, Durban, native is finally on stage doing what he says heals his heart – singing.
Thato Makape (23) is the epitome of courage and determination, as his inclusion in the Top 10 proves. A barber from Postmasburg in the Northern, Makape travelled nearly 10 000km for an audition in Cape Town. Tonight, South Africa showed him that the journey was worth it.
Lincoln Lewis (22) from Ravensmead on the Cape Flats has been bringing fire every time he steps on stage. After being told he had given judges “the best audition of the season so far”, he went on to impress during Theatre Week and received a unanimous thumbs-up for his Top 16 performance. Now South Africa wants to see more.
Niyaaz Arendse (22) snatched the last spot in the Top 10. After many years of rejection on the show, it was no wonder the youngster from Ottery, Cape Town, was so overcome with emotion. It was on this emotional high that the curtain came down on tonight’s show.
The eliminated contestants are Dalene Swartz, Lethabo Ramatsui aka Wattahmelon, Bongiwe Pearl Mdaka, Victor Matalane, Sandile Skosana and Mnqobi Dlamini.
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Sonto’s Deadly Wedding on ‘Gomora’ Shocks South Ah
Tragedy came before the vows. [SPOILERS]
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Jan 24, 2021
No one could have been prepared for the shocking events that transpired on Friday night’s tragic episode of Mzansi Magic telenovela, Gomora. A total blindside!
Possibly, the only moment that provided some form of unintended comic relief was when Ntokozo threw Mazet under the bus after the lethal gunshot. He’s always trying to be Chuck Norris, but proves each time he’s not built for the tough blows that come with being a hard criminal. A mess.

Shocking scenes as Bra Mike dies in Sonto’s arms.
Less amusing was Bra Mike’s shocking death. What had been meant to be the happiest day of his life – marrying his throwback flame in a sweet affair attended by close friends, ended with blood defacing the otherwise pretty flower arrangements.
SONTO’S CHANCE AT LOVE
Mam Sonto and Bra Mike’s relationship was a refreshing departure from Sonto’s otherwise rutted landscape.
Until Mike showed up with unclear intentions at first, the crime mastermind’s soft side had only been reserved for her family. It wasn’t long before the two fell for each other again, marking Sonto’s retirement from the game. By the time she accepted his proposal, she’d decided to devote her life to him and give up her grind.
That’s what good mjolo is supposed to do.
NTOKOZO’S TEEN REBELLION
Ntokozo’s issues with his parents reached new heights last week. Just when his Melusi thought he had reached an amicable place with his son, he went on and betrayed his trust once more. And when Mel and Gladys found the boy passed out on the couch with two girls after cleaning up his whiskey, they decided to kick him out.
MORE ‘GOMORA’: THE PROPHET ALMOST EXPOSES NTOKOZO’S DARK SECRET!
After running to Mazet’s arms, he decided he was now ready to go on another hijacking spree. And that coming from someone who suffered intense panic attacks from flashbacks to the botched hijacking, which ended with him shooting Mbongeni to his death. Against Mazet’s counsel, he insisted he was ready to give it another go. The opportunity came and he ran for it. Running to mess up.
MIKE’S DEMISE
Back at Sonto’s house, the wedding was slowly coming about. The bride couldn’t be more elated, as her daughters helped her with makeup. Mike standing there with a smile. He was really in love, shem, and so was she. And finally, they were about to seal the deal.
But Mike had to take his new gusheshe for a spin to pass time because wow, the bride getting ready was taking quite a while. Little did he know he’d become the victim of Ntokozo and Mazet’s attempt at a carjack. After being stopped by Ntokozo at gunpoint, he decided to put on a fight. Panicked, Mazet shot him from behind.
That final scene had me in tears. Bra Mike lying in Sonto’s hands at the wedding altar, trying to smile during his last moments as onlookers stared in terror.
This is going to get so interesting from here on out. Gomora airs on Mzansi Magic, weekdays at 19:30.
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Novela Magic now Available to DStv Access Customers
More to watch on the package.
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2 days agoon
Jan 24, 2021
Some good news coming out of the DStv camp for their ‘Access; customers. As of Friday, January 22nd, they will have full access to the new channel, Novela Magic. That means, together with DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, and Family customers, DStv Access viewers can now experience the best of Africa.
Launched last year in November, Novel Magic celebrates Africa’s love for storytelling as well as the local creative talent by showcasing a variety of unique local stories with themes that resonate and engage with the viewers. The channel is MultiChoice and M-Net’s first-ever African only telenovela channel.

Viewers can look forwad to watching Riona
Along with the expansion to DStv Access customers, the exciting telenovela channel continues its mission of delivering the best African stories with the launch of Enakhe and Riona on Friday, 22 January.
In Enakhe, the rebellious princess of a criminal empire, Enakhe, is forced to grow up and take the lead upon her father’s sudden death.
Meanwhile, Riona tells a story of a village under siege and an uprising. Two children born under the dark moon cross a complicated path on their way to fulfil a prophesy set to bring down a wicked king.
Novela Magic is currently only available in the Southern African region. However, plans are underway to roll out the channel to other regions of the African continent. Dates will be communicated.
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Pressure and Betrayal on ‘Imbewu’ in February – Teasers
Zithulele outplayed.
Published
2 days agoon
Jan 24, 2021
Here’s what you can expect on ‘Imbewu’ through February 2021;
EPISODE 731
Tx date: Monday – 01 February 2021
Makhosazana meets up with Nokuzola and puts pressure on her to betray Zithulele,
but Nokuzola refuses and throws a drink in Makhosazana’s face.
EPISODE 732
Tx date: Tuesday – 02 February 2021
Despite Phakade’s appeal, kaMadonsela is adamant that she will leave their home
and marriage.
EPISODE 733
Tx date: Wednesday – 03 February 2021
Maharaj pampers Nirupa, igniting Nirupa’s feelings. But Yuveer insists Maharaj
undergoes a psychiatric assessment.
EPISODE 734
Tx date: Thursday – 04 February 2021
Sibahle Mpisane wants to hold a product launch at Emsamo.
EPISODE 735
Tx date: Friday – 05 February 2021
MaZulu encourages kaMadonsela to ask Nkululeko to take her to his mother’s
memorial plaque. Nkululeko is irritated when Fikile tells him he has to do it.
EPISODE 736
Tx date: Monday – 08 February 2021
Nokuzola learns about Zakithi’s affair with Mr Kanaan, before trying to convince
Zithulele to delay the lobola negotiations.
EPISODE 737
Tx date: Tuesday – 09 February 2021
Nkululeko has another nightmare, and he’s reluctant when kaMadonsela says she
wants to consult a Sangoma.
EPISODE 738
Tx date: Wednesday – 10 February 2021
Yuveer assures Maharaj that he didn’t blow Maharaj’s cover, but warns him that
Shria’s circling him like a shark.
EPISODE 739
Tx date: Thursday – 11 February 2021
Nkululeko and Nokuzola look for dirt on Makhosazana. Maharaj wants Nirupa to
make their relationship public, but she wants more time.
EPISODE 740
Tx date: Friday – 12 February 2021
Makhosazana is surprised to get a gift from Nokuzola that leaves her shocked.
Nkululeko tells Makhosazana she needs to keep quiet.
EPISODE 741
Tx date: Monday – 15 February 2021
After bashing Maharaj’s head, Shria accuses Nirupa of abandoning her family.
Maharaj swears revenge against Shria.
EPISODE 742
Tx date: Tuesday – 16 February 2021
Lindiwe is troubled about what’s expected of her in her new role as an
“entertainment influencer”.
EPISODE 743
Tx date: Wednesday – 17 February 2021
The Bhengu’s hit the road for the labola negotiations, but plans are thwarted when
their taxi breaks down.
EPISODE 744
Tx date: Thursday – 18 February 2021
MaZulu admits to Menzi that she plans to challenge Nkululeko in court for control of
Maluju.
EPISODE 745
Tx date: Friday – 19 February 2021
Nkululeko passes out at work.
EPISODE 746
Tx date: Monday – 22 February 2021
Zithulele tells MaZulu about Nirupa, and asks her to give up her Maluju shares, but
MaZulu refuses.
EPISODE 747
Tx date: Tuesday – 23 February 2021
KaMadonsela tells Phakade she thinks Nkululeko is hiding something. Lindiwe does
a degrading promotion.
EPISODE 748
Tx date: Wednesday – 24 February 2021
Maharaj threatens Menzi into calling Yuveer for a job at Shongololo Oil.
EPISODE 749
Tx date: Thursday – 25 February 2021
Zithulele is about to elope with Nokuzola when he hears the lobola negotiations are
to be resumed.
EPISODE 750
Tx date: Friday – 26 February 2021
Zithulele is outvoted by Menzi and Nirupa, and it is agreed that Yuveer will be hired
by Shongololo Oil.
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