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Joburg Theatre’s Tribute to Hugh Masekela unites and uplifts the community, revealing the enduring and powerful influence of his music.   The Joburg Theatre held a 4-day musical tribute to Hugh Masekela from Thursday April 9 to Sunday April 12, with performances from some of South Africa’s renowned jazz artists including Tresor, Baobab Sisters, iComplete, Vusi Mahlasela, Judith Sephuma, and Zoe Modiga – all to celebrate the legacy of The post Honouring Hugh Masekela – the heart that beats through the people  first appeared on Wits Vuvuzela.

Rising fuel costs are forcing Wits students to choose between paying for their daily commute and basic essentials like meals and data Two weeks after South Africa’s fuel increase, some Wits University students who commute daily say rising transport costs are already affecting their ability to attend lectures, manage time, and meet basic living expenses.   According to Bloomberg, petrol is currently around The post Between a tight buget and a war, Witsies in a pinch first appeared on Wits Vuvuzela.

South Africa celebrates Easter as a public holiday so why are Yom Kippur, Eid or Diwali just another day at work? South Africa has 12 public holidays under the Public Holidays Act (No 36 of 1994). The Act recognises Easter and Christmas but does not recognise significant holy days of other major religions practiced in The post Slice: Why is Easter a public holiday but not Yom Kippur, Eid, or Diwali? first appeared on Wits Vuvuzela.

A deeply human reflection on fathers and sons, masculinity, healing and what gets passed down through generations Imran Hamdulay’s feature debut, The Heart Is A Muscle, is a moving exploration of intergenerational passing, the complexities of masculinity and the relationship between fathers and sons. Set within Cape Town’s layered history, the film was South Africa’s The post REVIEW: The Heart Is A Muscle  first appeared on Wits Vuvuzela.

By Kate Parry International Pi Day is celebrated once a year on 14 March to mark the date coinciding with the first three digits of Pi: 3,14. To honour Pi Day, the Faculty of Education held a First-Year Mathematics EducationRead More The post Celebrating International Pi Day with the Faculty of Education first appeared on Die Matie.

By Anica Hattingh The world’s best freeride mountain bikers pushed the limits at Darkfest 2026, marking the event’s 10th anniversary with its biggest and most thrilling edition yet. Hosted from 14 to 22 March at the Hellsend Dirt Compound nearRead More The post Darkfest 2026  first appeared on Die Matie.

An exhibition that forces one to look at the duality of society and confront the chaos of reality On April 9, the Wits Art Museum (WAM) opened its doors to “Now is not Forever” an exhibition by the artist Theresa-Anne Mackintosh. The art pieces are more than just sculptures and paintings on the wall; it was figures and strokes that represented the chaos and disorder of The post REVIEW: Now is not forever, when art mimics reality first appeared on Wits Vuvuzela.

We used to protect our most intimate moments: grief, prayer and quiet joy within the four walls of our homes. Now, we trade them for likes. As the line between experiencing and performing life vanishes, we must ask: If everything is for sale online, does anything remain sacred? A camera is always ready, lingering in The post SLICE: The death of the sacred in a digital world first appeared on Wits Vuvuzela.

By Kayla Niemandt The true heartbeat of Stellenbosch University (SU) isn’t only found in lecture halls or libraries – it’s in the moments where students come together to give back. The amaMaties Thrift ’n Swap and Sandwich Drive was certainlyRead More The post Giving back is our jam first appeared on Die Matie.

By Danelle Jacobs and Itumeleng Motsamai What happens when a war, thousands of kilometers away, finds its way within our borders? The conflict involving Iran, Israel and the USA is affecting economies and the overall safety of families in WestRead More The post When distant wars reach campus: how the Iranian war is closer than you think first appeared on Die Matie.

By Akhona Ngxikwe Cultural diversity and community were celebrated as the Wilgenhof Men’s Residence lawn was transformed into a vibrant gathering space during their Society Fair Day on 14 March. The Zulu, Bapedi.Batswana.Basotho, and Venda Societies came together to shareRead More The post Wilgenhof hosts Society Fair celebrating cultural connection first appeared on Die Matie.

By Azile Kraziya The BA Student Committee (BASC) and the United Nations Association of South Africa (UNASA), together with Pieke and Metanoia Residences, collaborated on the Human Rights Day Colour Run on 20 March, creating a vibrant and symbolic lead-upRead More The post Stellenbosch students celebrate Human Rights Day through Colour Run first appeared on Die Matie.