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MAYIBUYE iAFRIKA CONCERT returns this year on 24 and 25 May, Hotstix on the Bill

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Mayibuye iAfrika Concert Returns with Legendary Musical Line-Up.

Following rave reviews and sold-out inaugural show last year, Billy Monama’s Mayibuye iAfrika Concert returns this year on 24 and 25 May for an extended show featuring a legendary musical line-up including:

 Ringo Madlingozi

 Sipho Hotstix Mabuse

 Mahotella Queens

 Hope Masike (Zimbabwe)

Simphiwe Dana and Siphokazi.

The second edition of this popular concert, slated for the Joburg Theatre, commemorates 30 years of South African democracy and will showcase artists joining forces to engage in a reflective journey through the power of song and an exploration of South Africa progress over the past three decades.

Mayibuye iAfrika is the brainchild of renowned Guitarist, Author, Composer and Arranger Billy Monama, whose passion for researching South Africa’s liberation history led to his desire to honour patriotic artists who were at the forefront of their motherland.

 “Mayibuye iAfrika is a musical commemoration of South African freedom songs and their composers with the aim of promoting social cohesion, cross-cultural understanding and rich artistic African heritage and the rebirth of Ubuntu” says Billy.

Tickets from R200-R550 pp.

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Two years ago Sipho Mabuse on the cover of GQ Magazine Dec 2021 to Jan 2022 issue | Martin Myers

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Proud Moment – Hard work always pays off. Management is a marathon not a sprint.

Grateful to Molife Kumona Editor-in-Chief of GQ for seeing the work and putting Sipho on the cover as well as a huge spread in the magazine.

Onward and upward to 2024 …. Amazing how time moves so quickly, I have been working with Sipho since 1985. 

ON THE COVER OF BUSINESS DAY WANTED MAGAZINE NOV 2023

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Delighted to be on the cover of the magazine and for the cover the man who put it together Sahil Harilal who is the fashion editor Sunday Times Group SA asked some questions:
(Follow all the creatives on instagram please @sahilharilal @aartverrips @wantedonlinesa)

What was your style identity in the 70’s during your “Harari” days and how has that evolved into the sleek suiting you are known for now? 

 The Afro hair hippie  look. I have always maintained image enhances artistic stature, so I always evolved my style in accordance with trends, I do always want to look good, even in the early days when the band started, remember the Beaters evolved into Harari, we had a look, we had style.

 What are the 3 most essential items you could never perform without?  (be it a lucky charm/favourite piece of equipment or fashion/jewellery item?)

 My fashionable  spectacles, I like Raybans,  a good time piece,  and my Versace sneakers make me  feel good.

 You are a master of many instruments from drums and piano to flute and saxophone, what is your earliest or most favourite musical memory?

 A performance at high school (the school I attended was Orlando West at the top end of the now famous  Vilakazi Street)  with my Band the Beaters.

 There’s an immediate correlation between time keeping in watches and time keeping in rhythm, what other sensibilities do music and watch making share?  

 Time keeping gives  rhythmic sensibility and  makes for extraordinary musicianship and discipline, be on time for all things you do, respect time and space in the music.

 The Rolex you are wearing in our fashion editorial is aptly called the “Wild Cat”, in a career spanning nearly 50 years having done and seen it all, what’s next?
Hopefully continued good health, I am 72 believe it or not. The stage is my happy place and  the beat goes on and my desire is to inspire the youth to take charge.

I am deeply involved in the NPC Music Exchange  www.musicexchange.org.za for last 13 years and would like to see more practical  business music education happen which Music Exchange does so well.

 Neva Burnout, Smiles

Sipho Mabuse is one of the The South African Style Awards judges

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The South African Style Awards 2024 powered by PLASCON South Africa has Sipho Hotstix Mabuse as one of the judges.

Over the 26 years that it has been in existence, the South African Style Awards has redefined the meaning of style, achievement and philanthropy in every sphere, including in business.

“Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say and how you’d like to shape the world.”

On Tuesday 12 September, our panel of esteemed judges including fashion designer Gert Johan Coetzee, owner and founder of Grid worldwide Nathan Reddy, and the Iconic Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse, gathered together at TANG in Sandton in search of the 2024 recipients of the highly sought after accolade.

Our judges are as important to us as are our winners and after much debate and at times rather heated discussion the selection was narrowed down to 14 illustrious creatives in business.

The dinner was hosted by Nicky van der Walt owner and founder of Miramar Collection including luxury restaurants TANG Sandton and TANG Cape Town, and soon TANG Dubai.

ABOUT #SASTYLEAWARDS

The South African Style Awards 2024 commemorates its 26 instalment with a celebration of achievement and a springboard for fresh, young talent; honouring individuals across various industries who have not only made an indelible mark on local soil, but who have become powerful vehicles for change on the international stage too.

From young South Africans forging their African footprint, to those giving the African aesthetic an international platform; from iconic creative minds using their passion to share their culture, to some of the country’s most esteemed entrepreneurs who are changing the business landscape across major South African markets; The South African Style Awards are a stylish showcase of innovation, creativity and business that continue to elevate the echelon for excellence.

In 2019, the South African Style Awards was proud to present a brand new category: Most Stylish Changemakers. Birthed in the time of a global movement towards taking action to solve problems in communities around the world, this category recognises the network of innovators, entrepreneurs, activists, business leaders, movers and shakers who are playing their part by inspiring, facilitating, mentoring, and collaborating with their community to bring about positive social change.

A platform which springboards and celebrates careers, The South African Style Awards are renowned for inclusivity, with categories such as The Next Big Thing, which highlights up and coming individuals; as well as Most Stylish SA Icon, which pays tribute to the contribution of an iconic individual across their illustrious career. From Most Innovative Style to Most Stylish Business Person, from Most Stylish Media Personality to Most Stylish Model; from the Most Stylish Performing Artist in Film or TV to the Most Stylish Performing Artist in Music, from the Most Stylish.

Our winners will be announced in November 2023 in a prelude to the Awards ceremony in February 2024.

PLASCON With more than 130 years of experience in the paints and coating industry, Plascon has a proud history and legacy in Africa.

It all began with humble beginnings in 1889 when a young Welshman, Herbert Evans arrived Johannesburg.

Please follow Plascon SA on Instagram @plasconsa.