The Necessary Evil – Why Comedians Matter in South Africa

In a country like South Africa, where joy and hardship often collide, comedians areless a luxury than a necessity. They aren’t just here for laughs, they’re interpreters ofchaos, distilling confusion and contradiction into clarity. In a society of sharp dividesand uneasy coexistence, that role is vital. Comedians observe the absurdities that the rest of us […]

The Cultural Pulse of South African Comedy

In South Africa, comedy isn’t just about entertainment; it’s a vital part of our cultural fabric, a unique lens through which we process our triumphs, tribulations, and everyday absurdities. For a comedian like TebZar (Teboho Lempe), whose shows like LANDED promise “his sharpest commentary on today’s most pressing issues”, comedy serves as a powerful reflection of the nation’s pulse. […]

I Didn’t Know

Mastering the I didn’t know technique, little did I know that was the epitome of the new dawn – a trick by someone who should be in tune with the plight of South Africans. Quite a signature move from our President; pity for the rest of us it feels like dusk, one that’s been hovering […]