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‘I Am Zahara'

It’s been a turbulent few years for singer Zahara, but don’t believe the rumours. She shuts down haters and opens up about her love life, her brother’s death and coming into her own as a woman.

Sis' Batha's Downfall

Minister of Social Development Bathabile Dlamini once claimed to be “for the people”. What went wrong?

Oh, Baby! What A Blessing

Actress Letoya Makhene is glowing – she’s pregnant with her fourth child, hopelessly in love and about to release a new album.

Four & Fighting Fit!

Years of defiance, guts and small victories – the EFF had much to celebrate at their recent birthday bash

The Knives Are Out

President Jacob Zuma’s Cabinet reshuffle has caused unprecedented open rebellion in the ruling party.

The Secret's Out

Marah Louw reveals the true identity of her mother in a no-holds-barred autobiography

Busisiwe's Big Test

The new public protector caused controversy, dismay and disbelief with her first major report. Here experts assess her actions

Going For Gold

This South African geologist has won an international science competition for figuring out how to use wheat to extract gold from soil

Ntando's New Chapter

Afro-pop sensation Ntando Bangani is ready for his comeback. He talks to DRUM about past mistakes and hope for the future

In The Dog Box

The Rosettenville Kid meets his girl for the first time – but her father and his sjambok are close by

the battle for the throne

the princess of the venda nation wants to take her rightful place as their queen, but her uncles believe a woman shouldn’t be a ruler. princess masindi mphephu talks to us.

in the public eye

unlike her popular predecessor, public protector busisiwe mkhwebane’s first 100 days in office has been controversial.

a sad state of affairs

seven years after the drag racing tragedy that killed four kids, molemo “jub jub” maarohanye and themba tshabalala are out on parole. we talk to two of the dead boys’ families.

putting maskandi on the map

mroza’s surprise hit, van damme, beat wololo and ska bhora moreki for summer song of year. we chat to the singer about his history-making moment.

Zahara Finds Love

AGAIN After her whirl wind romance with DJ Amaza Ntshanga fell flat, songtress Zahara is back on the dating scene with a new man by her side

Big Smiles All Around

A 15-month-old boy gets a new lease on life after successful facial surgery

Portion Control

Not sure how much is too much?Here’s a handy guide to sensible helpings.

Harassed At Work

Tony Gupta is named in the Gupta Leaks as someone who sexually harassed female employees. Of his alleged victims speak out and detail how it all unfolded.

Top Of The Class

He might not think of himself as an over­ achiever, but Lungelo Mandyoli has landed one of the most prestigious scholar­ ships in the world.

Lead Roles For Limpopo

Filmmaker Anthony Thobejane is giving hope to a generation of young people as he makes films in a rural village in Limpopo

Pearl of Wisdom

Pearl Modiadie, who’s back with a new show, tells us how she found herself again after her engagement ended.

Busisiwe's First 100 Days

FOURTEEN people wanted her job but in the end she was chosen to fight for the rights of ordinary citizens as South Africa’s corruption buster-in-chief. It’s been just more than 100 days since Busisiwe Mkhwebane took office as our new Public Protector – and by her own admission it’s been a “bumpy” ride.

Much Ado About Mdu

His controversial appearance on Date My Family doesn’t faze Mduduzi Nyoni – he’s living a grand life.

A Mother's Instinct

This Eastern Cape mother, dubbed Lion Mama, bravely took on three men who were allegedly raping her daughter. She tells us what happened on the night she stabbed one of them to death

'I Will Not Stop Fighting'

Singer Cici opens up about her volatile relationship with Arthur Mafokate, learning to forgive and why it’s important to take a stand against abuse

It Was Their Dirty Secret

The parents of girls who were allegedly sexually assaulted by a Soweto school guard demand answers from the school and authorities

Chilling With Chomee

The queen of dance is back with her first album in four years – and she’s thrilled to be doing this one on her own 

A Helping Hand

A team from Wits University are developing a prosthetic robotic hand sensitive enough to pick up a marble – and they’re making sure it’s affordable too

We're Not Coping

Senzo Meyiwa’s dad, Sam, says the family is still struggling almost three years since Senzo’s murder.

It's Time To Move On

Sindi Dlathu opens up about her surprise decision to leave Muvhango after 20 years as Thandaza – and tells us what’s next.