Eswatini Entertainment Scene

by:Senanelo Mdaka

Classical Indulgence Artists Manager Philani Mpanza confirmed the matter and wished the artist good for his future endeveours . As  per the statement released on all Smallz The Comedian’s key social media platforms (Facebook and Instagram), we firmly confirm that Gedlembane indeed registered his desire to go solo to independently pursue his growth as an artist, confirmed Mpanza.

Mpanza added that the comedian’s  desire to go solo was purely bred by a need to challenge himself a bit more, push his artistic and creative boundaries with every chance and ultimately, pursue and attain his growth by his own means, at his own pace. to clear the air , there really is no bad blood as unfortunately misconstrued by many, Gedlembane remains a great friend, brother and collaborator with our movement here, hence he is still to share many stages with Smallz the Comedian and Slwane closed Mpanza.Speaking to his fellow comedian Smallz, he said he wished the artist all the best and would continue to feature him.Growth is good for one’s brand and I wish him all the best on his upcoming projects, he said.

Gedlembane and Smallz have been together for many years and have worked together on many projects which have also taken social media by storm.They had also bagged a gig with Ligwa-lagwala FM, where they had a few slots on Thursdays.

At her young age, Nondumiso Masekpo is already illuminating in the gospel scene. the South African based gospel singer rose into fame while she was still a back up singer for seasoned gospel singer Frans Dlamini.

She has been making significant moves since. she grew up in Mbabane. she revealed that she has been working on numerous projects with ssouth African gospel arists such as Collin Maluleke, Mahalia Buchanan and most recently Benjamin Dube for Spirit Praise voulume 7.

Her album will have 10 songs which she hopes will not have a limit in nas far as the intended reach is concerned. a few days ago she released a single title ‘akekho munye‘ in collaboration with Bonqobi Productions which received major appreciations from fans on social media

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New material from fast rising Eswatini gospel star Linda M. Linda Mkhonta, stage name Linda M, of Piggs Peak has recently launched his new album at Mountain Inn Mbabane last Friday. Under the management of Hlesi Investments, he has managed to get his music to grow and is looking at reaching to greater stages. His album has 11 tracks including one instrumental with the title song being ‘Igama Lakho’.
LindaM already has two other projects that he released in the years 2016 and 2017 and that has granted him recognition from MTN SWAMA Awards where he was nominated as Best Male Gospel Artist.
He was also granted the opportunity to open for Joyous Celebration during their tour in Eswatini and in the same year, he was signed with Hlesi Investments who is now the responsible for the management of Linda M’s music.

The media launch was graced by the presence of the president of ESWACA (former ACASWA), Phetsile Masilela, who also got the opportunity to advise Linda M. Masilela raised an outcry for unity on the local gospel industry as we strengthen the structure of the local gospel industry. The management of Linda M is currently looking for fulltime background vocalists to work with Linda M during his productions and tours. On Friday, there will be auditions at The George Hotel in Manzini. Vocalists are invited to come in numbers and stand a chance of being selected to be part of this initiative. Auditions begin at 9am and will go on until 5pm.

This is after the hotspot based at Msunduza in Mbabane revealed that they were bringing South African house music duo Black Motion, on November 29.
Black Motion, a duo including DJ Murda and percussionist Smol, were revealed as the headliners to the show dubbed at Culolamas All White Birthday Party.
This was revealed on the hotspot’s official social media pages yesterday.

Every November, the All White Party at Solani’s Shisanyama, brings internationally renowned artists. Last year, the headliners were South Africa’s DJ Fresh (Thato Sikwane) and DJ Fistaz (Fistaz Mixwell), and the host was Khanyisile Mbau, popularly known as Khanyi Mbau.
Solani’s Shisanyama’s Entertainment Co-ordinator Thandukwazi Hadebe confirmed that the Joy Joy hit makers were coming to perform at the venue.
Solani’s Shisanyama is synonymous with bringing some of the continent’s biggest artists to the people. Heavyweights such as Black Coffee, AKA and Cassper Nyovest, to name a few have graced the venue.
Once again, Solani’s is bringing the hottest duo to ever rock stages all over the world, Black Motion, said Hadebe.
He also said November 29, 2019, is a date to be saved on everyone’s calendar as it would bring a show that was not to be missed.
The duo has promised nothing less than flames on stage. Further details of the event will be shared to this publication as they transpire,he said.
The Entertainment Desk contacted Black Motion’s Booking Manager Tshiamo Pooh, who confirmed that the duo was coming to perform in the country on the said date. They will definitely be at Solani’s, he said.
It is not the first time Black Motion graces Solani’s Shisanyama stage.
They last performed in the country last year and they packed the venue

By: Senanelo Mdaka

Kwaluseni– Students of the University of Eswatini, Kwaluseni Campus have a tough time deciding what to do on their free time with exciting line ups always on the way at Ekhayeni chillax all week long.

“We have exiting line ups of year round entertainment here at Ekhayeni Chillax, that is not only targeted to the students of the university but also targeted at any entertainment and music lover in the kingdom,” Gcina Dlamini, the manager of Ekhayeni Chillax said.

The success of the chilling spot located just a stone  away from the university’s main gate has attracted a lot of critics from parents who claim that the location of the chilling spot will have  negative influence in the lives of their children. “I am not happy with the location of the Chillax because it will expose our children to a lot of negative things that may be an influence of might and party life.” Sphiwe Dube , a parent said.

The management of Chillax stated that whoever is attracted to the place is welcome as a long as they are of contending age and places all responsibility of risk to anyone who is in their premises.  Students in the University are not concerned with the new chilling spot and are happy to have a good chilling spot that is next to the campus.

“I feel that it was a good idea for Chillax to be located just outside the gate, because it is closer to campus, which means we can be more safer if we party at night for example because it is just a minute close to the main gate,” Phumelela a university student said.

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