A documentary depicting the life and legacy of author, Sikhonkwane Steven Mahlalela, premiered this weekend in Mbombela. Directed by multi-award winning filmmaker and granddaughter to Sikhonkwane, Sihle Hlophe, “Dear Sikhonkwane” a 21-minute documentary showcases his journey in stages from childhood to his love for African literature. Born in Mbuzini, his…
Artist, Kingdom Courage scooped the hip-hop artist of the year at the 12th Mpumalanga Gospel Awards (MGOMA) recently hosted in Mbombela. Born Bonolo Goodman Jr Mokwena invaded the music scene last year, but says he had always been making music from a young age. Mpumalanga Mirror had a chat with…
The MEC for Culture, Sport and Recreation, Leah Mabuza has applauded participants whose contribution made the 2025 Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience (MPUCE 10) a success. This year the province marked the 10th anniversary of the annual cultural festival, which showcases a rich heritage, music and culture. The festivities of the event…
Mbombela’s very own Hip-Hop sensation, Prince Nhlakanipho Khoza, known as Don Pressure, is making waves in the local music scene. The star has been nominated for Best Gospel Hip-Hop Artist of the Year at the 12th Mpumalanga Gospel Music Awards (MGOMA), and it’s no surprise, considering his latest achievements and…
With the event celebrating 10 years of music and cultural diversity, headliners on the various pillars, the Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience (MPUCE) keeps getting better. This year’s festival themed Sunrise To Sunset kicks off with the Kasi Xperience on Saturday, November 22 at the Sasol Community Recreation Center in Embalenhle. Revellers…
Dr Esther Mahlangu’s 90th birthday will be celebrated this Friday! It will be take place at Kghodwana Cultural Village on Friday, November 14 from 11:00. As the custodians of arts and culture in the province, the Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation is pulling out all the stops to celebrate…
Commercial radio station, RISE fm started the new month with a new line-up featuring familiar voices on air. TheBigZill Onair, Mpumi Mbethe and Carol Sanderson officially made their comeback today following the station’s announcement on Friday, October 31, 2025. The station says unveiling the exciting line-up is to strengthen its…
What better way to celebrate the 10th Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience than with a song? The wait is finally over as “Phuma Langa” was released and officially launched on Friday, October 3.This was in collaboration with the Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation, in collaboration with Music Creatives Workshop by Redamancy…
PIENAAR – Mbombela residents came in numbers to bid a final farewell to Moses “Lady Mo” Sibiya, a beloved social media sensation and socialite who tragically passed away in a car accident on July 4, 2025. Known for his vibrant energy, comedic flair, and soulful funeral singing, Lady Mo left…
The WineX Mpumalanga Wine Show will take place next month. Standard Bank Private, Africa’s Best Private Bank, is the headline sponsor of South Africa’s premier consumer wine event, held annually in Gauteng. “The sponsorship aims to attract the bank’s audience to experience a blend of the Cape’s best wines, and…