Tag: music

• Ukhozi FM’s Song of the Year: Why It Has Become a Cultural Phenomenon

  Nov 10

  The announcement of Ukhozi FM’s Ingoma Ehlukanisa Unyaka on New Year’s Eve is a significant cultural event in South Africa, transcending various demographics. Originating in the 1980s, it has grown… more ›

• The Sound of Value: How Music Drives South Africa’s Economy

  Oct 21

  The South African music sector has evolved into a significant economic engine, with digital platforms now dominating revenue streams. In 2024, local artists earned R400 million from streaming, highlighting a… more ›

• The Zulu Parade Controversy: Cultural Resistance or Harmful Appropriation?

  Apr 17

  The Zulu parade in New Orleans, originating in 1909 as a form of Black American resistance, reflects a complex interplay between cultural representation and appropriation. Initially a satirical response to… more ›