This week’s edition of On The Beat with Noni Khumalo shines the spotlight on South African singer and songwriter Mthandazo Gatya, who performs his song “Gogo” live. We chat about his latest album, Nuru and the inspiration behind the project. In Word on the Street, we take the conversation out of the studio and straight to the people, exploring the stories behind our names. Our Famous Face tonight is South African television host, actress, producer and entrepreneur Kayise Ngqula. Having transformed deeply personal experiences into honest conversations about life, loss, healing and growth, Kayise is now bringing those themes to television with her latest project, After Dark with Kayise. The first two episodes of Season 1 premiered on SABC Plus and are now available to stream on demand.

This edition of On The Beat with Noni Khumalo shines the spotlight on talented South African singer-songwriter and producer Mthunzi, who performs his hit song “Imithandazo” live. We also chat about the success of the track, what we can expect from his performance at Scorpion Kings Live as well as at A Night with Mthunzi and Friends. SABC Radio’s Umhlobo Wenene FM recently hosted its family fun day, Impolo YabaHlobo, at Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium in East London. The event marked a major milestone — 60 years of Umhlobo Wenene FM — while celebrating the richness of isiXhosa culture in the spirit of Heritage Month. Our Famous Face is the accomplished Maakgeketla Mohlabe. From starting his career at Shoprite as a cashier to becoming the Executive Producer of The Full View on SABC, Maakgeketla has built an impressive career in the media industry.

This week on On The Beat with Noni Khumalo, we shine the spotlight on contemporary South African jazz and alternative vocalist Pearl Khumalo, who joins us in studio to chat about her deeply personal new single, “Moya”. She opens up about the inspiration behind the song, her creative journey and the emotions woven into her music. Our Famous Face is talented South African actress Lorraine Moropa! With an impressive career on screen, Lorraine has brought some unforgettable characters to life and continues to make her mark in the South African entertainment industry. And finally, we take On The Beat to the streets to find out whether award ceremonies still have the same appeal.

This week on On The Beat with Noni Khumalo, we shine the spotlight on South Africa’s “3-Step Queen”, AzureDé, as our Famous Face. Blending R&B, Afro House and 3-Step, AzureDé uses her music to tell powerful stories of hope, resilience and self-belief. She joins us in studio to chat about her journey, her sound and the message behind her music. We also take a look at the entertainment stories making headlines this week, as tributes continue to pour in for the late country music icon Dolly Parton following her death earlier this week. And finally, we catch up with acclaimed New Zealand singer-songwriter Teeks during his first visit to South Africa. The Māori soul star, whose music has resonated deeply with South African listeners, is set to perform in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. Trendz Live sat down with Teeks in Rosebank to chat about his music, his connection with South Africa and what fans can expect from his shows.

This week on On The Beat with Noni Khumalo, we take a trip to the North West as the SAMAs return to the province. We hit the red carpet to check out the fashion, showcasing some of the biggest looks and standout style moments from South Africa’s biggest music awards. We also sit down with the women from The Anele Podcast, Her & Now to ask a simple but powerful question: What does happiness mean to you? From personal fulfilment to finding joy in everyday moments, they share their thoughts on what truly makes them happy. And finally, we have a special performance from the incredibly talented Rowlene, who takes to the stage to showcase music from her brand-new 10-track album, Some Strings Attached. It’s a performance you won’t want to miss!

This week on On The Beat with Noni Khumalo, we shine the spotlight on Lonwabo Miso as our Famous Face. After walking away with BOTH the Woman in Radio and Woman in Television awards at the G-Sport Awards, Lonwabo proves that she is a force to be reckoned with. Talk about a double win! We are also joined by the multi-talented Mikhalé Jones, who opens up about her return to music after taking a year-and-a-half break following a vocal injury. She shares her journey back to music and what fans can look forward to from her. And finally, we hit the streets to find out the word on the street: which female artist nominated at the SAMAs is everyone’s favourite? We find out who South Africans are backing and which artists are making the biggest impression.

This week on On The Beat with Noni Khumalo, we celebrate five incredible years of the Basadi in Music Awards, as the prestigious event honours the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the South African music industry. We are also joined by the multi-talented Ms Cosmo, who gives us a glimpse into her exciting new Gqom EP. While she's keeping the featured artists under wraps for now, she shares what fans can expect from this highly anticipated project. Our Famous Face this week is Lethabo "LeJoy" Mathato from Thobela FM. We celebrate her outstanding contribution to broadcasting and recognise her as one of the incredible women making a lasting impact at the SABC. Don't miss On The Beat, Fridays at 20:30.

On this episode of On the Beat with Noni Khumalo, we celebrate an extraordinary milestone as the legendary MaHotella Queens mark 62 years of musical excellence, bringing their timeless sound home during Women's Month. Plus, we spotlight the South African coming-of-age film Black Burn Fast, set in an elite boarding school. The story follows scholarship student Luthando, whose carefully planned year is turned upside down when a new classmate stirs unexpected emotions. And our Famous Face is our very own Bongiwe Zwane. With over 15 years in broadcasting, Bongiwe has built an impressive career as an internationally recognised news anchor, earning respect for her professionalism, credibility and outstanding contribution to the media industry.