Popularly selected as the preferred celebratory drink at most premium lifestyle and entertainment events in the country, the House of BNG, one of South Africa’s top-selling MCC today confirmed their returned partnership with pageant Miss South Africa.
Having officially launched in early 2019, the House of BNG has continues it’s unstoppable momentum in the country’s luxury beverage market. Returning as the official partner for Miss South Africa for a 4th consecutive year, this sought-after MCC and pure sparkling wine brand is all about elegance , sophistication and glamour further solidifying the alignment of the partnership with the Miss SA brand.
“The Miss South Africa pageant is an exciting event we all look forward to every year. And like many young South Africans, it has always been close to my heart since I was a little girl. Officially partnering with them again this year is such an honour, both proudly South African brands”, said founder of The House of BNG Bonang Matheba and add, “We at the House of BNG are all excited to rally behind the contestants, and look forward to yet another amazing year”,
Returning to Gauteng this year, the Miss South Africa pageant will be crowned at Sun International’s flagship venue, the SunBet Arena at Time Square in Pretoria on August 13th. The spectacular and entertainment-packed show will be broadcast live on DStv’s M-Net and Mzansi Magic. The show can also be live-streamed on the Miss South Africa app.
CURATED SUNDAY BEST EXPERIENCES ALONGSIDE EXHIBITION
Johannesburg, South Africa – Art curator Botho Project Space today announced its latest offering, A Place Called Home, showcasing the works of award-winning contemporary visual artist Trevor Stuurman. The much-anticipated first solo exhibition by Trevor Stuurman will officially open on the 20th of May (Opening on the 19th of May) and will run until the 19th of June 2022 in Johannesburg.
A Place Called Home is where Trevor Stuurman’s story and journey come alive. He places himself within the exhibition by personifying various themes and installations, all created to live throughout the home that is created by Botho Project Space, with furniture and homeware from Weylandts. Home is the foundation of Stuurman’s life, constantly choosing to create his understanding of the world he sees through his own familiarity.
A Place Called Home is a celebration that aims to continue a fractured yet existing conversation: to make the table longer and wider, making space for more people to come together and ultimately to build a culture of community, reminding us that home is a place of belonging.
Narrated through the lens of Trevor Stuurman, the exhibition is an expression of ‘home’, a concept very close to his heart. Evoking the nostalgic feeling of a loved one waking you up at the first light of dawn, dipping into a warm bath, scrubbing the weekend away and stepping out in your Sunday best.
Set in a home in Parktown West, the idea behind the exhibition is to re-create a space where people relive their own Sundays at home, the special memories and moments that make these days sacred in any South African home.
Stuurman has collaborated with leading furniture and homeware retailer Weylandts to infuse the exhibition with authentic design, using many of the same pieces the artist has in his own home.
Says Weylandts Founder Chris Weylandt of the collaboration: “As a lifestyle brand, we recognise the importance of storytelling. We understand that humans are shaped by their environments, so we encourage people to celebrate their personal style and tell their story when creating their home sanctuaries. The rich narratives that come from this deserve to be shared. Our collaboration with Trevor Stuurman allows us to celebrate his unique style, while demonstrating how design can influence the way we live.”
“Home is more than just four walls,” continues Weylandt. “A house becomes a home as spaces are navigated, emotions are felt and personal style is expressed. The home is therefore the perfect blank canvas for life’s stories to emerge.”
Born in Kimberley, Trevor Stuurman unpacks how the home he was born into is a theme that translates into everything he creates and filters into the spaces he occupies. His eye is attracted to things that resemble, and ultimately encompass the feeling of home.
“Home is the place where we surrender to our vulnerability. A space meant for people to be moulded and ultimately thrive in. It’s where humans discover their own version of comfort, solace and meaning. Home is a place where one is known. Home is also the centre point that allows us to navigate the world,” affirms Trevor Stuurman.
With a true reflection of home and all it has to offer, bespoke experiences themed SUNDAY BEST will be produced to run alongside the month-long exhibition. Combining art, music and food, the experiences will take place every Sunday and will include a series of curated dining experiences by a selection of top South African chefs, paired with local musicians who will serenade guests. Attendees get to dress in their SUNDAY BEST, gather around the table with their loved ones and enjoy amazing conversation, food and music.
Guests are invited to celebrate A Place Called Home with Trevor Stuurman.
A PLACE CALLED HOME EXHIBITION by Trevor Stuurman
DATE: 20 May – 19 June (runs Tues – Sat) TIME: 11am – 5pm (Weekdays) and 10am – 5pm (Saturdays) ADDRESS: 26 Rhodes Avenue, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193 PRICE: R50.00 via Plankton.moi
ABOUT TREVOR STUURMAN Kimberley-born Trevor Stuurman is an award-winning contemporary visual artist, with honours that include Time Magazine Next Generation Leader 2021 and Forbes 30 under 30 top creatives in Africa. Ever since he burst onto the South African creative scene, scooping the Elle Style Reporter title in 2012, Trevor has cemented himself as a creative force to be reckoned with.
ABOUT BOTHO PROJECT SPACE Botho Project Space is for artists. It was developed by artists and is centred around artists. It is a space created to serve the artist and it will remain strategically open to the ever-changing dynamics of the art world, in order to assist artists to remain active and relevant as the art world and the world at large transform.
We are an artist-run visual arts platform with a unique programme that anticipates projects that encourage artistic freedom and experimentation. All projects are disseminated through exhibitions that are conceived through an open and robust engagement with independent artists, writers and curators. Botho identifies as a pan-African visual arts platform, with intentions of creating solid relationships with like-minded institutions, visual artists, curators and thinkers who live and work on the African continent and in the diaspora.
ABOUT WEYLANDTS Weylandts is South Africa’s leading furniture and homeware retailer, recognised for its confident designs and considerate use of materials. A bold, neutral colour palette, led by a deep connection to nature, allows its products to shape lifestyles that are authentically in tune with their surroundings.
Its dedication to exceptional design means that its stores are carefully curated to offer customers an experience that feels like home, with true-to-life settings that welcome total immersion in a particular style.
Weylandts holds a great respect for handcraft, traditional skills and artisanal knowledge, and the narratives that are ingrained in its pieces reflect this heritage. Unique material combinations, coupled with a timeless contemporary aesthetic, make Weylandts an iconic brand, revered for exceptional quality and tasteful sophistication.
“utterly cool” …”a viral Song You Need To Know.” -Rolling Stone
“The record has become so relatable to everyone’s lifestyle and has got itself a comfortable room in pop culture.” – Vanguard
“There’s plenty of buzz surrounding Nigerian producer/artist Pheelz, who has a global heater with “Finesse” f/BNXN” – HitsDailyDouble Johannesburg, South Africa – Asserting himself as an international force, Nigerian artist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and award-winning producer Pheelz (pronounced Feels) shares the music video for his breakout global single “Finesse” featuring BNXN (fka Buju) today. Additionally, he announces his official signing to Warner Records. This notably marks his first release for the label. Listen to “Finesse” HERE and watch the music video HERE.
Shot by Director K, the cinematic visual follows Pheelz in Nigeria cruising through the mall to an ATM machine. It ends up spitting out endless amounts of cash, so he tries to jam it into his backseat. In the ensuing scenes, he rocks a series of designer fits, hangs out by the pool with a group of ladies, and generally flexes and flosses. The glossy and vibrant clip matches the uncontainable energy of the track, fusing Afrobeats, R&B, and hip-hop into an intoxicating sonic brew unlike anything else in the game.
Sticky lyrics and a resounding chorus has catapulted “Finesse” to #1 on the Global Shazam chart and #1 on Apple Music across Africa. In the song, Pheelz joyfully sings, “ahhh finesse / if I broke na my business (If I broke it’s my business) / o (We gonna turn on the sparklers it’s gonna be bright ) / Folake for the night o.”
“Finesse” has already gathered over 50 million global streams and has over 818 million views on TikTok!
It’s just the beginning for Pheelz as he’s prepping more music for release very soon.
Pheelz writes with passion and sings from his soul. Over the past few years, the Lagos artist has made songs that blur the boundaries between Afrobeats, R&B, and mainstream pop—using intense emotion and vibrant melody as a force that bridges diverse sounds and styles. Songs like “Finesse,” featuring fellow Nigerian star BNXN, have started to resonate—bringing Pheelz’ boundary-pushing music and earnest, heartwarming emotion to the top of the charts in the UK and his home country. In a sense, it’s a moment that Pheelz has been working toward since he was a kid. Pheelz, born Phillip Kayode Moses in 1994, grew up singing and playing keyboards in the church run by his father, who is a pastor in Lagos.
He soon began producing and he landed his first hit at 16—“First of all” by Olamide, a woozy, electronic hip-hop jam. Since then, Pheelz has become one of Nigeria’s most in-demand producers, working on records for stars like M.I, Mr. Eazi, and more. In 2020, he won Producer of the Year at The Headies—Nigeria’s hip-hop awards—and in 2021, he released his breezy Hear Me Out EP, which earned millions of streams and brought his emotional pop to even more listeners around the world. Even so, the success of “Finesse” has changed everything for Pheelz, except his mission to put all of himself into his songs.
He’s sure that this is just the beginning of a meteoric rise now that he’s inked a deal with Warner Records. “I’ve been plotting for years. I was ready,” he says. “I am ready.”
COUNTING DOWN TO THE NEW KID ON THE BLOCK Mmoho (meaning for Together in Sesothu)
EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP CONFIRMED FOR THE WEEKEND
With less than 3 weeks to go to the first MmohoBlock Market, organisers today confirmed what to expect over the fun-filled two day experience.
Set to take place at the stunning urban setting of The Waterfall Park in the Mall of Africa on Saturday, 30th April and Sunday 1st May, this carefully curated market experience will have something on offer for everyone.
The weekend line-up features a long list of local music greats including:
Renowned local music outfit The Soil
Contemporary Isicathamiya acapella group Thee Legacy
Acclaimed Nigerian Afrobeat artist Femi Koya
Mzansi’s own Lungelo Moyo
World music cover bandIce n Fire
Other highlights and specialised offerings include the Victoria Luxury Gin Experience, the Piercery Pop Up Booth for the brave, and Sunset Salsa with Estilo Cubano set to get everyone dancing.
Top JHB’s dance crew, The Artistic Intelligence (A.I) Dance Crew, will also feature on the entertainment roster, and have several surprises planned for the young, and young at heart at The MmohoBlock Market.
This 100% family-friendly affair will also cater for the little ones with various Kids Activities to keep them entertained. From tie-dye art and sand art to several kiddie rides and so much more.
South Africa’s biggest commercial youth radio station, Y, officially welcomes home the leading player, Ayanda MVP as the afternoon drive show’s “power hitter” for the ‘Home Run’. The show debuts on the 3rd of May 2022 and runs on Monday to Friday, 3pm to 6pm.
Known for her street cred and vibrant personality, Ayanda Mdluli, who was with the station in 2016, will host the afternoon drive show with Y’s DJ Flax, as producer and one of the contributors to the show.
About her return to Y, Ayanda says that: “I’m beyond excited to be back at Y. I’m a music driven broadcaster; most of my content is about artists and their tracks that are fire.
This new show gives me the platform to continue being purposeful and intentional with my love for music both on radio and the decks. I’ve been working towards an opportunity like this. And the time has finally arrived for me to host drive on Y. It’s time to hear what AyandaMVP is really made of. Molifeng!”
Producer and contributor DJ Flax adds that,“Having built my name at Y on weekends, I now look forward to this incredible next chapter of content creation. ‘Home Run’ with Ayanda MVP is all about entertainment and pushing boundaries.”
Phindi Ziqubu, content manager at Y says: “Ayanda’s return to the station is a true full circle moment. Over the last few years, she has truly honed her broadcasting skill, her personal brand has gone from strength to strength and she remains a true embodiment of youth culture. We are confident that our audience will be just as thrilled about her return as we are.”
“The addition of Flax’s passion and love for creating great radio, added to Ayanda’s magnetic personality and unrivalled broadcasting acumen will create magic. I am elated to have Ayanda’s energy back in the Y studio and know that clients and our audience can expect nothing but amazing from Y this year,” concluded Haseena Cassim, MD of Y.
‘Home Run’ with Ayanda MVP starts on Tuesday, 3 May on YFM.
Listen to Y via streaming on the YFM App, yfm.co.za, OpenView HD, DStv Channel 859 or on FM 99.2.
Event producers of the Polo in the Park, African Deluxe Company recently announced the return of the 2nd Standard Bank ‘Joburg Polo in the Park’ taking place at Gauteng’s premium residential lifestyle estate Steyn City, at the end of April.
Tickets sales opened this past Friday.
The inaugural Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park was hosted in 2019, dazzling guests with fabulous fashion, good music and delectable gourmet meals and beverages.
Polo in the Park brings a special thrill to a time-honoured sport, thanks to its unique format: because there are only three players aside with an inflatable ball, rather than the hard one used in traditional matches, spectators can get close up to the action and enjoy all the thrills of the matches.
With the option three Premium VIP Hospitality Marquees to choose from, each offers a unique experience:
Steyn City Lounge – A premium lounge offering prime views, gourmet lunch, bespoke décor, open bar and all the trimmings of the game with tickets retailing @ R4500 p/p (VAT incl.) VIP Hospitality Ticket Luxury lounge seating Premier view of polo field International Premium Open bar Flavoursome harvest table Gourmet 3 course buffet lunch Butler service VIP ablution facilities Complimentary parking
African Deluxe Lounge – offers those new to the sport a fantastic opportunity to experience the glamour of polo in a relaxed setting with full catering and complimentary local bar throughout the day – tickets are R3200 p/p (VAT incl.) VIP Hospitality Ticket Luxury décor & variety seating Premier views of the polo field Full complementary local bar Flavoursome harvest table Gourmet 3 course buffet lunch Butler service VIP ablution facilities Complimentary Parking
Splendour Lux Lounge is the best way to experience the game in a vibrant environment. From the comfort of their eight-seater lounge, guests are treated to personalised service and outstanding catering and bottle service from their dedicated hostess, while SA’s top DJs provide the vibe. Tickets are priced from R10 000 for 4-seater and R20 000 upwards for 8-seater packages. VIP Hospitality Tickets Premier views of the polo field Dedicated hostess Flavoursome harvest table Meaty lunch platters Premium bar package / Bottle Service including: Champagne, Whiskey, Gin, Cognac VSOP, Mixers and energy drinks Complimentary Parking
“We have created an event that speaks to the high expectations of players and spectators alike. We are especially excited to bring polo fans back together again after the uncontrolled two-year hiatus,” says Sandile Dlamini, founding member of ADC. “Polo is the sport of kings. Any event celebrating this sport must reflect this. To ensure the Polo in the Park upholds its regal upstanding image, we have benchmarked this event against internationally respected polo tournaments. The result is a spectacular occasion marked by glamour and luxury offering dynamic, networking opportunities, classy live entertainment and of course, the excitement of this fast-paced format. All these elements come together to set to create an unforgettable experience for all who attend. ”
The Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park offers a magnificent way to enjoy the sport of kings and is set to capture the imagination of equestrian lovers in grand style.
From Johannesburg, the business capital of the province to the rest of South Africa and eventually the African continent, this event is set to become an intercontinental fixture on the sporting/social calendar.
STANDARD BANK JOBURG POLO IN THE PARK INFO
DATE : Saturday, 30th April 2022
TIME : 11am – 7pm
VENUE : Steyn City, Johannesburg
Standard Bank account holders get 15% discount when paying with their Standard Bank Debit or Credit Cards. For more information regarding ticket prices, package or the various experience offering, do check out www.joburgpolointhepark.com
