Just when you thought it was over. It isn’t…not just yet anyway.

 Vuzu is about breaking boundaries and in a South African television first, Running with the Reps fans can look out for a reunion show next week Wednesday, 23 May at 19:30.

 Before the premiere of season two in February 2012 Larry “Larryngitis” Mncube-Nhlane, co-founder of the dance crew, promised that viewers would be entertained by “some of the best footage to come out of South Africa.  There will be more drama, more dancing and viewers will see the Reps become an even bigger entity,” a promise well kept.

 Now that the show has wrapped and the boys have been out of the mansion for a while, Vuzu brings them back together for a 30 minute reunion special hosted by Dineo Ranaka who will be launching her reality show on the channel titled Dineo’s Diary: A Mogul in the Making later on in the year.

 Under Dineo’s watchful eye we delve into a variety of issues that have touched the crew. Season 1 ended with Nthato “Taydos” Malete leaving the crew after receiving a blow from Thabiso “TJ” Mkhwanazi. Season 2 saw Taydos return to the crew, and amongst the fighting and partying which threatened to destroy the group, he stepped up to his initial role as leader of the Reps where he had to make some tough decisions.

Viewers will also get to hear from Larry, the emotional journey he went through and eventually shed some light on why he stepped down as Reps leader.

  An emotional outburst from Mike sheds some light on what has been really going on with Senhle “Chama” Mazibuko as well as his future with the crew… if there is one?

 A reunion show would not be complete without never-before-seen footage and with an entertaining bunch like the Reps, there is bucket loads of riveting viewing!

 For personal journeys you don’t want to miss, join Vuzu as we (yet again) create a South African television first with the Running with Reps: Reunion special, Wednesday, 23 May at 19:30 – loud and uncut only on Vuzu – DStv channel 123!

*Running with the Reps follows the daily lives of the different personalities that make up the trendy and influential Johannesburg based dance group The Repertoires.  In the show we feature the six main group members, Nthato Malete, Larry “Larryngitis” Mncube-Nhlane, Michael Makwala, Senhle “Chama” Mazibuko, Siyabonga “DJ Capital” Sibeko, The Thundacats Kea and Thato Deluxe.

*Press Release

Several months ago Teurai Chanakira shared the 4-part intimate story of her experience throughout her mother’s battle with cancer, including the final days that she shared with her before she passed away on 23 December 2010.

Her family’s painful experience led to Teurai founding the Elizabeth Chanakira Cancer Trust (ECCT), Zimbabwe in May 2011.

Photo:E:thos Photography by Rudo Nyangulu

The ECCT’s missions are to raise awareness of cancer amongst Zimbabweans, raise awareness of Natural Health & Fitness (including promoting healthy, inexpensive locally-grown produce) and fundraising for disadvantaged cancer sufferers.

Teurai said, ’besides it being the most difficult emotional journey any of my family has ever been through, it was a struggle for us to keep up with the expense of cancer treatment in Zimbabwe. This really got me thinking about how, if we were a middle-income family, poverty-stricken cancer sufferers who may not have any option, managed at all. With cancer now the leading cause of death in Zimbabwe, it is too heartbreaking for me to think that so many die because they have no choices. I was driven to turn my pain into hope for others.’

Whilst the ECCT has focused solely on raising awareness of cancer and Natural Health & Fitness since its inception, it has in the last week, launched its first worldwide fundraising campaign for the benefit of disadvantaged Zimbabwean cancer sufferers – “Sponsor a Zimbabwean Cancer Patient” campaign. See the campaign video below.

The ECCT will sponsor 5 disadvantaged Zimbabwean cancer sufferers, from January 2013 with prescription costs, medical consultation fees and if they have a child or children in primary school – the ECCT will provide part payment of the annual school fees of 1 primary school going child. ECCT’s vision is to be able to continue to gradually increase the number of families it sponsors on a yearly basis.

Applications for cancer sufferers are now open on ECCT’s new website and close on 30 June 2012. Applications can be emailed or sent by post to ECCT’s PO Box. The 5 successful applicants will be chosen by 31 July 2012 and will be known to the public by mid-August 2012.

Teurai is enthusiastic about finding the 5 cancer sufferers that the ECCT will assist. “I am really grateful that we will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of 5 people. I wish that we could assist more people at this time, but we must work according to our current capabilities. In addition to advertising in online, print and radio media for applicants and donors, the ECCT team will also be going to certain areas to spread our message to those who may require our help, Several fundraising initiatives will also be held in Australia and Zimbabwe”.

Up to 200 countries can donate on the website via SMS, credit/debit card, voice automated phone and other options. Furthermore, residents in the UK, USA and Australia can donate a set amount of USD$5 by texting the word, FIVE, to the relevant numbers on the website.

Teurai added, “I am so grateful and blessed to have the opportunity to be involved in something like this. It is the most fulfilling journey that I have ever embarked on in my whole life. I give glory to God.”

Photo: E:thos Photography by Rudo Nyangulu

*For full details of the campaign, visit the Elizabeth Chanakira Cancer Trust website.

*ECCT blog

*ECCT on Twitter: @echanakiratrust

*ECCT on Facebook: Elizabeth Chanakira Cancer Trust 

Solangeis one HAUTE mama! And she looked uber HAUTE this past Mother’s Day!

First her shoe game was ON POINT! The single mom rocked black suede sandals which feature gold stud embellishments, a cutout flower design at the back, and a buckle fastening at the side.

The sandals, PERFECT for the streets of New York City, (Brooklyn where she lives) are by Azeedine Alaia and these GORGE studded suede flat sandals retail for a cool US$1,800!

Solange also rocked the meanest Afro since….well…since my Afro!! Haha!

Her sunnies and red lipstick to match her red handbag, are heavenly!

As for the yellow “kitty kat” outfit she wore? GORGE!

She’s actually wearing a Carven top and shorts combo or jumpsuit. I hope it’s a jumpsuit….

Carven sells these $325 shorts in black.

I hope that she had an amazing Mother’s Day as amazing as she looked!!

Via FashionBombDaily

On Thursday night we were treated to quite a celebration in Westcliff.

Guess South African chose to celebrate their 30^th birthday at a stunning venue that overlooks the cliff.

Me and my…*ahem*…boys

Celebrities filled the guest list to the capacity *maybe that’s why I didn’t get a goodie bag* anyway, with so many people under one roof *well a tent* you can imagine all the pictures I managed to snap.

Guess showed off their latest range, which was HOT, especially the bags *prays in tongues*. All Guess kids also showed their range, with the cutest model kids ever *too cute for word*

Ok lovely people, let me leave the pictures to tell the story!!

TV & Radio Personality Bujy with myself

DJ Cleo (Cleo is just too delicious for his *damn* self) and publicist Simphiwe Majola

Generations stars Zenande Mfenyana & Anga Makubalo

Socialite Linda Moeketsi

Stylist Dumi Gwebu *the gorgeousness that is Dumi* with Model Precious Makgaretsa

Presenters Dineo Moeketsi & Sade Giliberti *she’s so short though*

Comedian David Kau *looking shady* with Actress Samkelo Ndlovu *that hairstyle though…*

  TV Presenter & former Miss Soweto Lerato Kganyago *loves her*

Designer David Tlale *our Editor has a crush on David*

Our former editor Allegro D *so cute and the shoes..love*

Model Kendra with my friend Gloria

Kwela Tebza member Tebogo Lerole arrived late with Khanyi Mbau

Acting Head of Youth Channels Solly Moeng & RGB producer  Sydney Matlhaku 

Sonia Booth in a David Tlale creation

The hot Kaizer Motaung Jr.

Top Billings Lorna Maseko *who has turned into your girl B’s BFF*

Fashion writer and blogger Maque DeGorgeous *aka the clutch bag guy*

Thank you Guess SA for a great party and for that Tonino Lamborghini energy drive that kept me awake for days…

Thanks once again to the team at Lucky No8 for the invite.

@DeeChiloane

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Loving the grown&sexy Bey!

See what she had to say about her Mommy this Mother’s Day:

Aaaaaawwwww…

South African youth-centric television channel, VUZU TV does it again…

The reality show titled Dineo’s Diary: A Mogul in the Making will show case Dineo Ranaka balancing motherhood, family and her career.

While taking viewers through the highs and lows of her life as she fulfills her dream of becoming a mogul.

“With the positive reaction to Forever Young being based on the hard work, failures and successes of three young men we felt it was time to showcase the life of a strong outspoken female in the industry working hard to build her empire,” says Solly Moeng, Acting Head of Youth Channels

“I want to use myself as a case study for a lot of young entrepreneurs. You read about people like Patrice Motsepe but few know how he got to where he is. So here I am. Watch me do it. It won’t be easy, I have stumbled but I will always dust myself off as I embark on my journey to build my empire,” says Dineo Ranaka.

I personally cannot wait to see her show, simply because I like her and like her drive.

Think of Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane, but the South African version.

Keep your eyes peeled as it will be airing soon, exclusively to Vuzu…

@DeeChiloane

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Just days after Kanye West popped up in Toronto, Canada to support his girlfriend’s Kim Kardashia’s new jewelry line, Belle Noel, launch.

Check it:

Then last night it was off to Los Angeles to catch the Lakers playoff game.

It was all giggles and whispers of sweet-nothings for the couple as the L.A. Lakers played against the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Brandy and Monica got uber fab & ultra colorful in their new shoot for Ebony Magazine’s June 2012 Issue, shot by photographer Derek Blanks.

Gorg!!!

“There’s something magical between us. We have different styles. Part of what makes our voices different is the fact that our personalities are so different. I may say it with a little more attitude: she may say it with with a sultriness, because she has an amazing tone, and the way she arranges things. [Our] two [styles] are compatible.”

Happy Mother’s Day to all the fabulous moms!

No one can ever do what you do! We love, honor & salute you!

You are appreciated today & always…

Check out these ultra sexy flicks of Rihanna as she sells pure water! Rihanna at Terry Richarson’s studio after her shoot for the new VitaCoco Coconut Water campaign.

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