Leo Brent Bozell III, a conservative media critic and pro-Israel commentator, has been nominated by US President Donald Trump as the new ambassador to South Africa. This nomination comes during a period of strained diplomatic relations between the two countries, particularly concerning their differing stances on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Bozell is the founder of the Media Research Center and the Parents Television Council, organizations known for their conservative media perspectives. His son,
Legendary saxophonist Kenny G joined Producer Phil on Smile FM ahead of his South African tour this October! In this exclusive interview, Kenny shares: 🎷 The story behind his first saxophone ✈️ Playing sax while piloting a plane (yes, really!) 🧴 Why he’s still waiting for a hair care brand deal ⛰️ His biggest Table Mountain regret The legendary, Grammy winning saxophonist brings his smooth jazz South Africa this October! He will be in Cape
South African singer-songwriter Jeremy Loops is set to make waves on one of the world’s most iconic festival stages. Over the weekend, it was confirmed that Loops will perform on Saturday, June 28, 2025, on the Acoustic Stage at Glastonbury Festival—a milestone moment in his career. Glastonbury, renowned for its legendary lineups and cultural significance, will once again see South Africa represented on the global stage. Loops joins an impressive roster of
Retailers can put their edible cannabis and hemp products back on the shelves. This follows the Presidency’s announcement on Tuesday that the contested ban on the manufacturing, sale and importation of such products will be withdrawn. This follows backlash on the sudden ban gazetted earlier this month. According to the Presidency, Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi highlighted concerns regarding an influx of unregulated imported cannabis and hemp products on the South
As criminals continue to wage war against the country’s men and women and blue, National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola is backing police officers “who respond with authority and power vested upon them in the fight against crime.” An alarming 21 police officials have been killed in the line of duty since 1 April 2024. Police top brass say the modus operandi is encouraged following numerous events where heavily armed and dangerous
