The Plug 100: Most Influential People in SA Urban Culture
The Oxford Dictionary defines influence as “the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behaviour of someone or something, or the effect itself”. Additionally, it can also be concluded that influence is “the power to shape policy or ensure favourable treatment from someone, especially through status, contacts, or wealth”. When we embarked […]
5 Local YouTube Channels We’re Obsessing Over
Words by Tiffany Lekuku The YouTube sensation is on the steady rise in South Africa, with various vlogs (video blogs) popping up every other week, the platform is slowly becoming a new favorite for couples, groups and individuals alike to showcase their work and create content that continues to shape the ever-changing landscape of pop […]
Microwave Boys Interview
Words by Mercia Tucker “The first time I met Sphaka I was like ‘Who’s this drunk – super drunk – guy?” Sipho’s relationship with his co-host has been special since day the day they met in a club, months before their working relationship. The three – Larry Nhlane, Sipho Muchindu, and Sphakamiso Ngonyama – are […]
Interview: Sibu Mpanza
Words by Sanele Mawisa Engaging. That’s the first thought that comes to mind when analysing the effervescent personality of Sibu Mpanza. His YouTube channel has taken South Africa by storm as he candidly discusses a medley of important social issues, ranging from rape culture to white privilege. His social commentary has reached all corners of […]
Capsule Fest Announces Hosts
As anticipation for leading cultural festival, Capsule Fest, mounts, events agency 6th Ave Group in partnership with leading streetwear/sportswear retailer Sportscene have announced the festival’s hosts with huge excitement and support from the market. The multi-talented presenter / artist Nomuzi ‘Moozlie’ Mabena alongside the infamous trio, Microwave Boys will host the CAPSULE FEST on Saturday, […]
The Plug 100: 100 – 1
We dropped the news on Twitter that the June edition of The Plug will focus solely on celebrating and highlighting the Top 100 people in SA who are influencing and moving urban culture forward. Needless to say social media lit up and we trended the whole day after dropping the news.#ThePlug100 generated over 1.7 million […]