SA Music Daily — 2026-03-25

South Africa’s music scene moves fast — so here’s a clean daily snapshot for Wednesday, 25 March 2026, compiled from updates published in the last 36 hours. This is meant to help you spot what’s bubbling: new drops, notable headlines, and where the action is.

Scene pulse: New releases are coming through steadily, live shows and venue announcements are active, the business side is making noise (platforms, radio, deals, charts). Below are the highlights with quick context and links to the sources.

🔥 New Releases & New Music

If you’re hunting for fresh rotation, start here:

• Natiey Lepaka Makes a Bold Debut with EP Lekompo La Mosamaria (SA Music Magazine)
  2026-03-24 10:58
  Rising Lekompo artist Natiey Lepaka announces his arrival with the release of his debut EP, Lekompo La Mosamaria, under Artmetoo Entertainment Group. The project blends traditional African rhythms with contemporary dance influences, capturing the energy and versatility of modern Lekompo. Lepaka’s sound reflects a careful…
• DJ Zinhle Reinvents South African Music with New Single “Ezothando” (SA Music Magazine)
  2026-03-24 10:38
  DJ Zinhle has once again made a bold statement in the South African music scene with the release of her new single, “Ezothando,” now available across all digital platforms. The track stands out for its innovative collaboration, bringing together seven talented artists, including Cebo, Mmata…
• Sastii Reveals Favourite Songs To Make On His Mixtape “South Coast Yungin Never Follows” (SA Hip Hop Mag)
  2026-03-24 09:10
  The post Sastii Reveals Favourite Songs To Make On His Mixtape “South Coast Yungin Never Follows” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Sastii Reveals Favourite Songs To Make On His Mixtape “South Coast Yungin Never Follows.” Rising South Coast rapper Sastii has opened up…
• Blue Pappi Features On Nomfundo Moh’s Forthcoming Single “Isifo” (SA Hip Hop Mag)
  2026-03-24 07:47
  The post Blue Pappi Features On Nomfundo Moh’s Forthcoming Single “Isifo” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blue Pappi Features On Nomfundo Moh’s Forthcoming Single “Isifo.” Hip hop fans have fresh reason to get excited as rising star Blue Pappi steps into the spotlight…
• Natasha Joubert – Jy Het My Duisend Maal Belowe (Official Audio) (Afrikaanse Musiek)
  2026-03-24 07:33
  Music video by Natasha Joubert performing Jy Het My Duisend Maal Belowe (Official Audio).(C) 2008 Sony Music Entertainment Africa (Pty) Ltd, under Select Music a division of Sony Music Entertainment Africa (Pty) Ltd Related PostsBobby Van Jaarsveld – Regte Plekke (Official Music Video)Luister na 'Regte…
• Cassper Eyes Top Spot With Forthcoming Album — “I Want The Album of the Year” (SA Hip Hop Mag)
  2026-03-24 06:50
  The post Cassper Eyes Top Spot With Forthcoming Album — “I Want The Album of the Year” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Eyes Top Spot With Forthcoming Album — “I Want The Album of the Year.” Cassper Nyovest has entered a bold…

🎟️ Shows, Gigs & Events

These are the updates pointing to movement on the live side:

• Inside Stacey Kent’s World: Jazz, Storytelling, Global Sound & Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek (SA Music Magazine)
  2026-03-25 05:42
  With a career that has gracefully spanned decades, continents, and languages, Stacey Kent remains one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary jazz. Known for her intimate delivery, multilingual repertoire, and deeply emotional storytelling, Kent has built a global following that transcends borders and genres. Ahead of…
• Kyle Shepherd Trio Talks Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek, Improvisation and the Evolution of South African Jazz (SA Music Magazine)
  2026-03-25 05:36
  Few formats in jazz are as exposed, expressive, and emotionally demanding as the piano trio. For acclaimed South African pianist and composer Kyle Shepherd, this format isn’t just a structure—it’s a living, breathing conversation. Ahead of the Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek, Shepherd reflects on collaboration, improvisation, and…
• Wet Wet Wet on Legacy, Evolution & Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek (SA Music Magazine)
  2026-03-25 05:27
  Few bands manage to stay relevant across generations while holding onto the essence that made them iconic in the first place. With a career spanning over four decades, Wet Wet Wet continue to strike that rare balance—blending nostalgia with evolution, soul with pop sensibility, and timeless songwriting…
• CTIJF reveals 2026 stage schedule and improved access to Rosies and Moses stages (Texx and the City)
  2026-03-24 11:30
  The Cape Town International Jazz Festival has unveiled its full 2026 programme, with set times spanning across the […]
• Lira Returns to the Stage with “Still Here,” a Celebration of Resilience and Music (SA Music Magazine)
  2026-03-24 11:30
  After six years away from performing, South African music icon Lira is making a triumphant return with her one-woman show, “Still Here,” set for 18 April at the Lyric Theatre in Gold Reef City. The performance is more than a concert; it is a deeply…

📈 Industry & Scene Headlines

For the bigger picture — platforms, radio, and industry shifts:

• Die Paarl Is ’n Wonderlike Plek (2015 Version) (Afrikaanse Musiek)
  2026-03-25 05:34
  Provided to YouTube by Klipwerf Musiek Verspreiders. Under exclusive license to The David Gresham Record Company Die Paarl Is ’n Wonderlike Plek (2015 Version) · Klipwerf Orkes Hantam Tydloos ? Klipwerf Musiek Verspreiders. Under exclusive license to The David Gresham Record Company Released on: 2024-07-15…
• DJ Zan-D Reflects On 20-Year Journey At YFM (SA Hip Hop Mag)
  2026-03-25 05:26
  The post DJ Zan-D Reflects On 20-Year Journey At YFM appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. DJ Zan-D Reflects On 20-Year Journey At YFM. In the fast-paced world of South African radio, where turntables spin stories and basslines carry legacies, DJ Zan-D has quietly…

🗞️ Also Noteworthy

Odds and ends that still matter:

• Tony Forbes Voices ‘Extreme Disappointment’ After Madlanga Commission Airs Footage of AKA’s Final Moments (SA Hip Hop Mag)
  2026-03-24 12:03
  The post Tony Forbes Voices ‘Extreme Disappointment’ After Madlanga Commission Airs Footage of AKA’s Final Moments appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Tony Forbes Voices ‘Extreme Disappointment’ After Madlanga Commission Airs Footage of AKA’s Final Moments. In a poignant letter that lays bare the…
• Dave is Officially Pulling up to South Africa in 2026  (HYPE Magazine)
  2026-03-24 11:45
  History-maker, bar-for-bar elite, and one of the coldest voices out of the UK right now — Dave is officially pulling […]
• ThatPrettygirlYongz Opens Up On The YONDA WAY Camp & Her Vision For SA Hip Hop (SA Hip Hop Mag)
  2026-03-24 11:10
  The post ThatPrettygirlYongz Opens Up On The YONDA WAY Camp & Her Vision For SA Hip Hop appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. ThatPrettygirlYongz Opens Up On The YONDA WAY Camp & Her Vision For SA Hip Hop. Fresh off her participation in the…
• IFPI Global Music Report 2026: South Africa dominates sub-Saharan music markets with 78.1% share (Daily Music industry news in South Africa)
  2026-03-24 11:09
  According to IFPI’s Global Music Report 2026, sub-Saharan Africa saw recorded music revenue growth of 15.2%, reaching revenues of $120m. South Africa remained the largest market in the region and accounted for 78.1% of the region’s revenues, following growth of 12.9% in 2025.
• Young Stunna to Headline the 2026 BAL Opening Night at SunBet Arena (HYPE Magazine)
  2026-03-24 10:15
  The Basketball Africa League is turning up the heat both on and off the court as it unveils a stacked […]
• Exclusive Interview: Karla Levick, Chief Marketing Officer at Takealot (HYPE Magazine)
  2026-03-24 09:16
  Takealot celebrates the anniversary of its first House of Beauty by returning to Johannesburg, where it all began. Following consecutive […]

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