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Wizkid,C4 Pedro, Sauti Sol and DJ Maphorisa to light up the MTV Africa Music Awards

Lighting up the MAMA stage on 22 October with dazzling live performances will be Nigerian AfroBeat giant Wizkid, Angolan “Kizomba” icon C4 Pedro,Kenyan AfroPop supergroup Sauti Sol, and legendary South African “House” DJ and producer, DJ Maphorisa – as they all head to Johannesburg to perform at MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016.

Wizkid
Wizkid

The MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016 will broadcast LIVE from the Ticketpro Dome, Johannesburg on MTV (DStv channel 130) and MTV Base (DStv channel 322) from 21:00  on 22 October (live Red Carpet show will be streamed on www.mtvbase.com from 18:30).

Fresh from his recent collaboration with Drake, Wizkid is this year’s most-nominated MAMA artist, with an incredible 6 nominations, including two nods for Song of the Year, plus the prestigious Artist of the Year, Best Male and Personality of the Year.  East coast foursome Sauti Sol is not far behind with an amazing 4 nominations including Best Group, Artist of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Collaboration (for “Unconditionally Bae” featuringAlikiba). 

C4 Pedro is going head-to-head against the continent’s best Portuguese-speaking artists in the Best Lusophone category, where he is pitched against fellow countrymen NGA and Preto Show, alongside Mozambique’s Lizha James and Nelson Frietas (Cape Verde).  Uhuru

Uhuru alumnus DJ Maphorisa, who has been hitting the headlines recently for his co-production credit on Drake’sOne Dance“, is back in the spotlight for his solo achievements at this year’s awards, notching up two nominations, for Song of the Year and Best Collaboration, for “Soweto Baby“, featuring Wizkid.

Wizkid, DJ Maphorisa, C4 Pedro and Sauti Sol join previously announced African performers Diamond, Emtee, Future, Kwesta, Patoranking Alikiba, Babes Wodumo, Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Ycee and Yemi Alade for the uplifting telecast, broadcasting live from the Ticketpro Dome, Johannesburg on MTV (DStv channel 130) and MTV Base (DStv channel 322) at 21:00 on 22 October.

Why ExQ is the P Diddy of Our Music

No it’s not because he is always looking so On Point ALL THE TIME , or that he always twists haters words into Hashtags (DjPutiti)

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Its not even because No one raps like Him ( His tone accent and laying on the beat). He is the P Diddy cause he is an Original, he was there before Trap and Dabbing, and just when you think he is out of the game and he doesn’t have the sauce anymore BAM , he is back like he never left.

This time, he came back with a BRAND SPANKING NEW VIDEO with the gorgeous Ammara Brown and well don’t I have words for that video.

Content

The song is about a guy whose girl is loving someone else and he just Fed up , I mean she wants to be musikana we pa town so she aint ready for a Gown (Ring yaenda) and its better ExQ be a Bachelor.

Since it’s a remix the girl had something to say as well , she goes in on how he cheated on her as well  (Come on guys can’t we all just get along) and it’s better he becomes a Bachelor .

PS I didn’t feel the Jamaican/reggae/Dancehall type of verse Ammara did there, but when she Sang and hit that Noooooo Nooooo Nooooo Note Can somebody say Amen Please.

Concept + Fashion

The concept is Simple , a relationship in trouble cause of Proximity of someone else to BAE. (Speaking of which isn’t that the guy from the STEM Video macking on Ammara?)

All Body in this Video looked like they just stepped out of Runway show. ExQ is on that Trust Fund baby who skis in the Alps every Winter tip, and Ammara is looking hella Creative in those Dance pants and white braids…and that dress woo mami.

Pause Points – The moments where you Pause and click Shift +Left

That Slight mirror twerk by Ammara , we wanted more dancing but we got a lil

ExQ cooking and TAKING a Selfie whilst Ironing ( Mudhara makambo pisa Hembe here?)

Maroja on 0:44 , I don’t get it did they accidentally pass by and ExQ couldn’t say No to their presence on Set ? Like WHY *Goes to Cry*

All Scenes with ExQ in front of the White Tiger he looked positively Boss

1:44 That Stretch that Ammara Did and Mr Dance Instructor’s smile looking at all that Mukoko booty near Him …we see why ExQ is worried

3:13 The Cameo of Mr Oskid himself that was a Nice Surprise and that One Line ( Idiots #Classic)

The Kiss That Never Happened ..Guys whats with the Teasing??? Like honestly can You just Show it , we won’t Mind we promise

  • BASICALLY JUST WATCH THE VIDEO

Watch the video below

“TLC finals best moment of my life” – Karen

Karen Paida stands in the face of history as she could become the winner of TLC’s Next Great Presenter after she made it to the top 3 after a pool of more than 1500 African participants.

Karen Paida
Karen Paida

The bubbly presenter now needs your vote.

We hooked up with Karen for a chat and below are the excerpts from the interview.

Q. Upon hearing your name being called out as the finalist,can you descibe what went through your head?

 

It was like a surreal moment for me, I was happy that they called out my name but at the sametime I’m stuck in a state of shock that I actually have made it to the finals! All in all I can safely count it as one of the best momens in my life.

Q. How has been the boot camp experience and what lessons are you going to carry from it.

 

The boot camp experience was very eye opening. You always have a vision of what your life will be like in the entertainment industry, but actually living the dream is amazing. We went though intense workshop trainings that perfected our TV presenting skills and lessons on how to carry yourself as a public figure. We also had amazing challenges that included a red carpet experiance and screen tests, which gave us a practical insight of working in this industry.

Q. You stand the verge of being the winner, how do see your chances.

 

Obviously I wont take away from the fact that i’m up against two amazing personalities and the numbers from South Africa and Kenya alone are quite big, but I believe that I have a fair chance at winning this. I mean Zimbabweans from every corner  continue to support  me by casting their votes every day, and the support alone gives me enough hope that I could win and become TLC’s next great presenter!

Q. What’s the one thing that you think the voters will love about you.

 

I think they will love the fact that im one hundred percent me, no filter. So when you get to know me in real life im just the same person you see, humble, kind and sincere.

Q. Anything else you would like to share with our readers and Africa as a whole

 

Yes! Voting period has started so if you are Team Karen you can vote for me by visiting the website, www.dstv.com/tlcnextgreatpresenter

You can vote up to 10 TIMES EVERYDAY and stand a chance of winning a luxury trip for two sponsored by Sun International. Also you can follow me on all social media plaforms Twitter @KarenPaida or Facebook Karen Paida Thank you soo much for all the support thus far Africa I truly appreciate it.

 

Watch as Winky D performs the inspirational song – 25

Winky D performs his inspirational song 25 at the Morgan Heritage show in Harare.

The song talks about what he dreamt to have achieved at the age of 25 but years have gone by he still hasn’t fulfilled his teenage aspirations

Watch the video below

“The FUTURE OF RAP” to make his African Debut at the MTV Awards

Award-winning Hip Hop superstar, visionary mixtape supremo, MAMA 2016 nominee (Best International Act) and mesmerising live performer Future is set to perform at MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016 at the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg, South Africa on 22 October.

Future
Future

Following his performance at the MAMA award show, as a bonus for fans Future will stage an extra live performance, reprising fan favourites from throughout his recording career from “Turn on the Lights“, to “Same Damn Time” and “Stick Talk“.

Born Navyvadius Cash, in Atlanta, Georgia, Future is known for his signature melodic flow and authentic “street” sound.

The rapper first gained fame thanks to a series of classic mixtapes that gave light to his first single “Tony Montana“, before notching up three number one album debuts on the Billboard 200 chart in just 7 months thanks to DS2 (2015), “What a Time to be Alive” (his 2015 collaboration with Drake), and EVOL (2016).

Commented Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Africa, Future has an amazing fan following in Africa and we are delighted that he will make his African performance debut on the MAMA 2016 stage in Johannesburg on 22 October.”

Future joins previously announced African performers Diamond, Emtee, Kwesta, Patoranking Alikiba, Babes Wodumo, Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Ycee and Yemi Alade.

The definitive annual celebration of African and international talent and achievement, MAMA 2016 recognises and rewards musicians and achievers who have made the most impact on African music and youth culture over the previous year.

Stunner sentenced to community service

Hip hop guru Desmond Chideme – also known as Stunner – was today sentenced to community service after he pleaded guilty to charges of negligent driving.

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Harare magistrate Ms Nomsa Sabarauta sentenced him to 210 hours of community service to be performed at Greendale District office for negligent driving.

Stunner was also fined $150 with the option of three months in jail for driving without a license.

For a detailed court case see this Link

 

Video: Watch as Cynthia Bizure of JanJam pulls a Naomi Campbell look

The previously held Zimpraise Fashion meets the church had us all crushing at the lady from JanJam, Cynthia Bizure as she managed to pull a Naomi Campbell look.

Watch the video bellow

Court to sentence Stunner

Harare magistrate Ms Nomsa Sabarauta will today sentence rapper Desmond Stunner Chideme after the star pleaded guilty to negligent driving and driving without a licence.

Stunner with the car he was in an accident with
Stunner with the car he was in an accident with

It is the state’s case that on 20 June this year around 3pm Chideme drove a Toyota Lexus registration number ADG 3577 along Jason Moyo Avenue fully aware that he is not a holder of a driver’s license issued in terms of the act in respect of such motor vehicle.

Stunner had his warrant of arrest cancelled after he had failed to appear in court last week.

Chideme rammed into four parked cars and caused the injuries of two pedestrians.

The prosecution is asking for a jail term so as to set an example of him for negligent driving and driving without a valid driver’s licence.

In mitigation through his lawyer Mr Dumisani Mtombeni, Chideme pleaded for the court’s lenience in sentencing him saying he was struggling to make ends meet in the music industry as he has to take care of three children and his disabled mother.

The prosecutor Mrs Devoted Nyagano, however, urged the court to send Chideme to jail.

“The accused person pleaded guilty not because of contrition but because he was aware that there is no way out since there is overwhelming evidence. He is a celebrity who is highly regarded by society and ought to have upheld the law and not driven without a licence.

“There is no proof that he repaired the said vehicles and if the court were to look into a local tabloid today he was photographed behind the wheel meaning he is not repentant. An example should be set because statistics of people driving without licences are on the rise and more people are losing their lives,” she said.

Sons of the Caliphate Premieres on EbonyLife TV

Sons of the Caliphate is about the lives of three rich, entitled, passionate and ambitious young men, Kalifah, Nuhu and Diko, all caught up in the hidden corners of power, the darkness of addiction, the heat of love and desire, the obligations of family loyalty, and the craving for revenge.

Sons of the Caliphate
Sons of the Caliphate

The 13 part drama series will take its audience on a journey into the rich cultural and flamboyant aristocratic Northern Nigerian lifestyle. What happens when elections are fast approaching?

The tussle for the governorship seat heats up, and this is what happens in the Northern Caliphate State of Kowa. Soon personal conflicts and interest intertwine between the Maiyakis, Bulas and Lokos in a race to crown the next Governor.

The series stars some of Nigeria’s paramount actors in the Film and TV industry, including Patrick Doyle, Mofe Duncan and Sani Muazu

Sons of the Caliphate will premiere on Thursday 13th October 2016, 22:00.

Video: Winky D and Oliver Mtukudzi perform Panorwadza Moyo

Watch the epic moment as two giants Winky D and Oliver Mtukudzi perform their duet Panorwadza Moyo for the first time at the Morgan Heritage show.