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‘Black Gold’ finds a second life on Netflix

After being pulled from the air when BET Africa left DStv, hit South African drama series Black Gold has found new life on Netflix, quickly climbing to the number-one spot in the…

Ten years in, Netflix announces new expansive slate for the rest of 2026

Netflix marks a decade in South Africa with an expansive new slate of local films and series, showcasing the growth and global reach of the country's storytelling.

Music tool: Siya Mthembu says society’s anxiety around AI reflects a long history of fear surrounding new technologies.

Can you hear the difference? AI music challenges the meaning of authenticity

AI is transforming music production, but growing concerns over transparency, artistry, and human creativity are reshaping the future of the industry

The digital revolution: How the internet has revolutionised our lives

These days you don’t have to leave your home to be entertained and fed

Amen: Local musician Zoë Modiga thinks while rankings can be valuable because they are aspirational, they are flawed.

Apple’s not-so-top 100 list: Is it rotten to the core?

The Mail & Guardian asked some of our favourite musicians and critics what they thought of the list and to tell us which three South African albums they believed should be on…

A-list: South African musician Letta Mbulu should have been on Apple’s list, the writer says. Photo: Getty Images

Apple’s Top 100 List: A coalition of Rock and Pop, but at what cost?

We South Africans know our coalitions (we’ll probably see more after our elections) and the recently released Apple Music 100 Best Albums list smells exactly like one