Local
In The City clears the air on Summer Walker performance blunder
In The City organisers have released a statement addressing the controversy surrounding Summer Walker’s shortened performance at SunBet Arena.
Movies
New movies coming to cinemas this week: 6 – 10 October 2025
Your simple guide to new movies and movies showing this week in South African cinemas—what’s opening on Friday and where to book.
International
Summer Walker blasts Steyn Entertainment over botched ‘In The City’ performance [video]
American R&B star Summer Walker has called out Steyn Entertainment after her Pretoria concert ended abruptly, leaving fans angry and disappointed.
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Movies
Disney+ movies and shows coming in October 2025
Disney+ rolls out spooky hits, inspiring documentaries, and live sports with ESPN in October 2025.
International
Diddy’s defence team calls his four-year sentence ‘un-American’
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to just over four years in federal prison — but his lawyers say the decision is “un-American” and unfair.
International
Patricia Routledge dies: Cause of death, biography, career and achievements
Patricia Routledge, best known for playing Hyacinth Bucket in 'Keeping Up Appearances', has died at the age of 96.
Local
Big Brother Mzansi Season 6: How to apply, premiere date, what you must know
Big Brother Mzansi Season 6 is set to return in 2026, and entries are now open for hopeful contestants.
Gaming
Xbox Game Pass in October 2025: Free games you can download
Xbox Game Pass evolves in October 2025 with new Essential, Premium, and Ultimate plans, expanded benefits, and a huge lineup of new games including 'Hogwarts Legacy', 'Diablo IV', and Ubisoft classics.
Gaming
PlayStation Plus in October 2025: New games available for free download
October’s PlayStation Plus lineup includes 'Alan Wake 2', 'Goat Simulator 3', and 'Cocoon', with Premium members also getting a 'Game Trial of Midnight Murder Club'.
International
Central Cee is coming to South Africa in 2025
UK rapper Central Cee will headline Day One of Hey Neighbour Festival 2025 in Pretoria, marking his first performance in South Africa.
International
Doja Cat is coming to South Africa in 2025 – Here’s what you need to know
Doja Cat is set to headline Hey Neighbour 2025, marking her first official visit to South Africa — the birthplace of her father, Dumisani Dlamini.
Events
Hey Neighbour 2025 Festival cancelled: Here’s everything you must know
The Hey Neighbour Festival has officially been cancelled for 2025, with organisers promising a return in 2026 and refunds available for ticket holders.
International
Cassie relives Diddy’s abuse in victim impact statement
Cassie’s victim impact statement details years of abuse by Diddy.
International
Cardi B threatens to assault Ice Spice in leaked audio
A leaked audio clip allegedly of Cardi B contains threats to assault Ice Spice after an online feud escalated.
International
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban separate after 19 years of marriage
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have separated after 19 years of marriage, with the actress staying in the family home while Urban moves out.
Movies
Showmax movies, doccies and shows coming in October 2025
Showmax is releasing a wide slate of movies, doccies and original series in October 2025, including 'Dexter: Resurrection', 'Black Bag', and 'Finding Optel'.
Movies
Netflix movies and shows to expect in October 2025
Netflix’s October 2025 lineup features a mix of thrillers, documentaries, dramas, reality TV, and Halloween-themed favourites.
International
Bad Bunny unveiled as the next NFL Super Bowl Halftime headliner
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny has been confirmed as the headline performer for the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show, making history as one of the biggest Latin artists to ever take the stage.
International
Metro Boomin skirts civil sexual assault charges
A Los Angeles jury has cleared Metro Boomin of all civil sexual assault claims, ruling that none of the accusations were proven after a two-day trial.
Local
Faith Nketsi clears the air on links to Khanyi Mbau’s partner
Reality star Faith Nketsi has denied rumours that she is romantically involved with Khanyi Mbau’s partner, businessman Kudzai Mushonga, after a photo of the two surfaced online.
Local
Tebogo G Mashego arrest not linked to defamation, SAPS confirm
Police have dismissed claims that Tebogo G Mashego was arrested for defamation, clarifying that the amapiano artist was removed from a community after allegedly acting violently.
International
Jimmy Kimmel address Charlie Kirk incident in first show since suspension
Jimmy Kimmel said it was “never my intention to make light of” Charlie Kirk’s death as he opened his first show since being taken off air.
International
Nicki Minaj announce release date of her next studio album
Rapper Nicki Minaj returned to X to reveal that her sixth studio album will arrive in March 2026, sparking fan speculation about whether she will address her ongoing feud with Cardi B.
Viral News
Kanye West in South Africa: Confirmed date, how to buy tickets
Promoter Monyake Group has listed Ye’s Ellis Park Stadium concert in Johannesburg, confirming that Kanye West may perform in South Africa this December.
International
Yung Miami pens heartfelt leniency plea ahead of Diddy sentencing
Yung Miami wrote a powerful leniency letter for Sean “Diddy” Combs as the hip-hop mogul faces sentencing after his conviction under federal trafficking charges.
International
Travis Scott is bringing ‘Circus Maximus’ tour to South Africa in 2025
Travis Scott has added Johannesburg to the third leg of his Circus Maximus world tour, marking his first South African performance in years.
Local
Mandla Mthembu, Khanyi Mbau’s ex, dies aged 68
Businessman Mandla Mthembu, known as Khanyi Mbau’s ex-husband, has died in New York at the age of 68.
Local
‘Biri Marung’ star secures return flight after Nigeria nightmare
Amapiano star Tebogo G Mashego, known for his hit 'Biri Marung', says his Nigerian tour became a nightmare before DJ Karri stepped in to secure his return flight.
International
DEEP DIVE: D4vd arrest rumours swirl as Celeste Rivas murder investigation deepens [video]
Rising pop star D4vd has become a central figure in the Celeste Rivas murder case after the teen’s body was found in his abandoned Tesla. Here’s what we know.
![DEEP DIVE: D4vd arrest rumours swirl as Celeste Rivas murder investigation deepens [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/swisherpost-d4vd-celeste-rivas-deep-dive-768x512.jpg)
International
Lil Durk trial delayed with a new date set for 2026
The Lil Durk trial has been postponed, with the rapper now set to appear in court on 20 January 2026, pushing the high-profile case into the new year.
