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		<title>Kabza De Small Fails To Honour Booking Again</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Philani Mzila]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:12:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>It has become a norm for award winning Dj and Producer Kabza De Small not to attend shows where he is booked at. Kabza De Small has been accused of deceiving his loyal fans by failing to show up at a scheduled event, leaving attendees disappointed and angry. Real name Kabelo Motha, Kabza failed to [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-82120" src="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260310-WA0006.jpg" alt="Kabza De Small Fails To Honour Booking Again" width="1070" height="714" srcset="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260310-WA0006.jpg 1070w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260310-WA0006-300x200.jpg 300w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260310-WA0006-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260310-WA0006-768x512.jpg 768w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260310-WA0006-150x100.jpg 150w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-20260310-WA0006-450x300.jpg 450w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1070px) 100vw, 1070px" />It has become a norm for award winning Dj and Producer Kabza De Small not to attend shows where he is booked at.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Kabza De Small has been accused of deceiving his loyal fans by failing to show up at a scheduled event, leaving attendees disappointed and angry.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Real name Kabelo Motha, Kabza failed to honour jis booking at Owners Office in Durban on Sunday where he was scheduled to perform.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Instead, Kabza penned a letter through his representative Lawk Communications that unforeseen circumstamces were the reason he did not make it.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">&#8220;Due to unforeseen circumstances out of my control I was unable to perform at Owners Office, Durban, scheduled for the 8th of March 2026.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">&#8220;I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to the event organizers, their sponsors and to my supporters and truly appreciate your understanding.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">We are committed to working with the promoters to find a suitable alternative date for my performances. I hope to see you all soon!,&#8221; he wrote.</p>
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		<title>Singer and Social Activist Rainym Uses Her Music to Fight GBV in South Africa</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Philani Mzila]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:17:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>JOHANNESBURG Rainym, a Soweto born RnB singer and social activist, is set to release her highly anticipated new single on Friday, placing her voice firmly at the centre of the fight against gender based violence in South Africa. The upcoming release reflects her lived experiences and delivers a message of resilience, empowerment and social responsibility [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>JOHANNESBURG Rainym, a Soweto born RnB singer and social activist, is set to release her highly anticipated new single on Friday, placing her voice firmly at the centre of the fight against gender based violence in South Africa.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-81176" src="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025.jpg" alt="" width="1069" height="1600" srcset="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025.jpg 1069w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025-200x300.jpg 200w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025-768x1149.jpg 768w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025-1026x1536.jpg 1026w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025-150x225.jpg 150w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0025-450x674.jpg 450w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1069px) 100vw, 1069px" /></p>
<p>The upcoming release reflects her lived experiences and delivers a message of resilience, empowerment and social responsibility at a time when South Africa continues to battle alarming levels of gender based violence and femicide.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-81174" src="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027.jpg" alt="" width="1600" height="1066" srcset="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027.jpg 1600w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027-300x200.jpg 300w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027-768x512.jpg 768w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027-150x100.jpg 150w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027-450x300.jpg 450w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0027-1200x800.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px" /></p>
<p>Raised in White City, Jabavu and later in Meadowlands Zone 9 in Soweto, Rainym says her upbringing shaped both her musical identity and her passion for activism.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“Growing up in Soweto profoundly shaped my character. It instilled resilience in me and gave me the courage to navigate different cultures and environments. My music connects my roots in Soweto with global audiences,” she said.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-81172" src="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0026.jpg" alt="" width="832" height="1248" srcset="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0026.jpg 832w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0026-200x300.jpg 200w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0026-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0026-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0026-150x225.jpg 150w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0026-450x675.jpg 450w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 832px) 100vw, 832px" /></p>
<p>Her sound blends contemporary RnB with strong South African influences. She draws inspiration from soulful vocalists and lyricists who transform personal struggles into powerful anthems of hope. Rainym says her music reflects the realities of township life while speaking to universal themes of healing and self worth.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-81168" src="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0029.jpg" alt="" width="855" height="1280" srcset="https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0029.jpg 855w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0029-200x300.jpg 200w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0029-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0029-768x1150.jpg 768w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0029-150x225.jpg 150w, https://mdntvlive.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-20260225-WA0029-450x674.jpg 450w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 855px) 100vw, 855px" /></p>
<p>Beyond the studio, Rainym is an active advocate against gender based violence. She joined the Black Womxn Caucus in 2019, a feminist social movement focused on combating GBV and femicide across South Africa.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Her recently released single titled Do Something directly addresses the urgent need for communities to confront abuse, silence and complicity.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“The song highlights the pressing need for awareness and action. Music can be more than entertainment. It can challenge society and push people to act,” she said.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The project features production by Izzy, whose creative direction complements Rainym’s emotive vocal style. Together they have crafted melodies that combine poignant storytelling with accessible rhythms designed to connect with young listeners.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>As gender based violence remains one of South Africa’s most urgent social crises, artists such as Rainym are increasingly using their platforms to advocate for accountability, justice and healing. Her latest release adds a strong cultural voice to a national issue that continues to dominate public discourse.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>With the single set for release on Friday, Rainym hopes the message will resonate far beyond Soweto and inspire meaningful conversations across the country.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“I want people to feel seen, heard and empowered. If my music encourages even one person to speak out or seek help, then it has done its job,” she said.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Her work reflects a growing movement of South African creatives who are turning art into activism and using their influence to drive awareness and social change.</p>
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