From chasing dreams with a mobile phone to using digital platforms to spark change, young South Africans showed the power of purpose and creativity at Conhill. The Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California hosted this year's 25th BET Awards celebrating various International legends. We then got to the playground in Braamfontein, which transformed into a fashion extravaganza. Young designers, models, and makeup artists showcased their skills at this year's Braam Fashion Week. The month of June is a time of reflection and remembrance. It marks the anniversary of the 1976 Soweto Uprising. We sat down with the iconic musician, Sipho 'Hotstix' Mabuse as well as acclaimed Mthandazo Gatya, a powerful voice of today. In the world of Sport, we caught up with stories making headlines this week. And basking by the courtside, the Basketball Africa League was an unparalleled fusion of culture, craft, and the bold spirit of unity. We then wrapped up the show with a youth month performance in addition to some youth day and father's day voxies.

The first stop is by the RMB Latitudes Art fair as their 3rd edition took place. The fair offered visitors an incredible experience, bringing together art lovers from across different communities. Thereafter, we caught up with mountaineer and philanthropist Angela Yeung at City Rock in Jozi, to get a sense of the 'climb', after her recent victory of summiting Mount Everest for a good cause. We then touch base on the measures Meta is using to ensure safety for teenagers online, at the Meta teen account launch. We also took a detour to Sun City for the Ziyakhala Mo Festival. This inaugural festival is a huge celebration of traditional music, culture, fashion and many more. We touched base at The Credo Mutwa Cultural Village in Soweto showcases the sculptures and legacy of renowned late South African artist and traditional healer, Credo Mutwa. We then wrap up the show with some self-defence techniques, building character and establishing discipline, learning the beauty of Martial Arts, and Kickboxing.

Our recent visit to the Bush Baby Lodge was a truly unforgettable experience. Nestled in a serene environment, the lodge offered a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. The Style Awards ceremony was a night to remember, as it brought together the crème de la crème of the fashion and beauty industry. The exhibition was a visual masterpiece, featuring an impressive collection of straw art pieces and exhibits that told a story of creativity, innovation, and passion. The Proudly SA Media Cook-Off was a celebration of South African cuisine, bringing together talented chefs, foodies, and media personalities to showcase the country's rich heritage. The Meta Conference was a thought-provoking gathering of experts, innovators, and industry leaders, focused on exploring the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the digital landscape.

We kickstart Africa Month with poet Zewande Bhengu with a powerful piece. All roads then lead to Mbombela for the 2025 Metro FM Music Awards. Thereafter, we head to Pretoria wearing our headwraps, celebrating women at the Doek on Fleek picnic and event. Nothing quite like handcrafted treasures and a shopping experience as we detour to the Kamer's Market. Timeless and remarkable indeed, Tshepo Jeans has stayed relevant over the past decade. Gert Coetzee then graces us with his work and presence at the South African Fashion Week. We end the show on a high with the Marumo Femme Jazz Festival. Heroines of Jazz.

In this week's episode of Trendz Live. We get acquainted with entertainment news that made headlines this week. We then make our way to the Randshow as it's bigger and better this year. In unique artforms, Vincent Mantsoe's powerful movement reflects on survival and solitude . We travel through open skies with Digital nomads. Winter is approaching and we take care of our skin. Still on winter, we take a look at new winter clothing while taking care of our health. Gospel musicians, Lebo Sekgobela and Mphaki Nkoli then usher us into the easter weekend.

In Nairobi, Kenya a museum of illusions is stirring up much curiosity, bringing together local creativity featuring optical, holograms and various artists. We also check out entertainment news that made international headlines this past week. From Broadway to our local shores, big things are happening. Orlando Pirates fans have the pleasure of being able to enjoy the perks of being a top notch fan for this longstanding football team in Mzansi by having customized Pirates rooms through their partnership with an award winning travel programme. We chat to South African pioneering mountaineer Angela Yeung, the first woman globally to summit is determined to follow her steps as she gears up to Summit Mount Everest's North Side very soon. Yeung plans to collect 8,849 bras for female survivors and victims of GBV. The Be A Sumbody Foundation NPC is an initiative dedicated to empowering underprivileged youth in music, arts, tourism, and hospitality. Inspired by the late DJ Sumbody's legacy, this foundation, is providing bursaries, skills training, and mentorship to uplift the next generation. The SA Style Awards honour individuals across various industries who have made an indelible mark on the African soil and become powerful vehicles for change globally, in Hyde Park Johannesburg the winners announcement took place. The collection of late Belgian artist Isabelle de Borchgrave, known for her paper dresses and creations for top fashion houses like Dior and Hermes, will be up for bids in Brussels in June. The announcement was made by the famous auction house Bonhams this past Tuesday. Art and interior design come together in a breathtaking fusion as renowned artist Azael Langa unveils his latest masterpiece. Known for his evocative silhouettes, Azael takes his creativity beyond traditional canvases, transforming an everyday object—a bathtub—into a striking work of art.

It's a feel-good Friday and that means it's a Trendz Live Friday, this Human Rights Day edition is packed with thought-provoking discussions, fashion, art, poetry and vibrant festival vibes. As we look back on this day in 1960 where 69 lives were lost in the Sharpeville Massacre. Today, we not only remember them, but we also celebrate how far we have come as a nation and a people. Celebrations are taking place all over the country and one such celebration is the Constitution Hill Human Rights Festival that is officially underway. It's a celebration of community, culture, and the power to promote human rights with live performances, inspiring talks, and incredible moments that bring people together to stand for social justice and human rights. Renowned artist Azael Langa unveils his latest masterpiece and takes his creativity beyond traditional canvases, transforming an everyday object—a bathtub—into a striking work of art. But this isn't just about aesthetics; it's a tribute to the essence of home, family, and the wisdom passed down through generations The UNESCO recognized World Poetry Day is an opportunity to support linguistic diversity through poetic expression and an occasion to honour poets, revive oral traditions of poetry recitals and to foster the convergence between poetry and other arts such as theatre, dance, music and painting, and raise the visibility of poetry in the media. Tonight, we mark this special occasion with the presence of two multi-talented performers, Tshepo Molefe, Nomfundo Khambule and World of Words Founder, Hector Dibakoane. The London Original Print Fair, the British capital's longest-running art fair, celebrates its 40th anniversary this week with an array of works spanning from Old Masters to contemporary creations. African Fashion International introduced the lead designer for AFI Privé's Autumn/Winter 2025 collection, Loice Dube, at the AFI Fashion Experience Joburg that was held at The Forum The Campus in Bryanston. The fashion experience ran in conjunction with the 9th Annual Gender Equality, Wellness, and Leadership (GEWAL) Summit, where Miss South Africa and other leaders hosted workshops in celebration of International Women's Day. She is no stranger to scooping prestigious awards in fine dining cementing her position as one of the continent's culinary stars. She has also bagged a few cookbooks under her name. We showcase South African chef Siba Mtongana at her eponymous restaurant, in Cape Town where she woowed patrons with her mouth watering dishes. Human Rights Month aims to celebrate both living and fallen heroes, and music is a powerful tool of expressing emotions and trajectories during different seasons! Known as one of our National Treasures, Mama Miriam Makeba will forever be revered for the role she played in our Nation's History, especially through music and now 3 generations later, it's become evident that her apples indeed haven't fallen too far from the tree. In studio we are joined by Mama Africa's granddaughter Zenzi Makeba-Lee, who's not only a songstress, but will also be part of her grandmother's tribute and documentary showcase right here in Braamfontein this Sunday.

In this episode we take a look at the big headlines of the week. Then, as part of Human Rights Month, we witness a theatre play 'My Children, My Africa' that addresses pertinent issues, which explore the Tension of the Apartheid Era South Africa. In lifestyle, we attended a Homemakers Fair in Kyalami, which recently hosted. The exhibition attracts various designers who create homeware magic and help us enhance our spaces. Then, we take a moment to slow down and enjoy life's little luxuries at the timeless charm of a high tea. We chat with award-winning Chef Candice Philip who recently walked away with the Best Chef of the Year Award, amongst the country's finest chefs, restaurants and hospitality innovators. We visit the Cotton Fest Exchange, a platform that seeks to support the creative community by giving them a space to connect and showcase their creative abilities with other like-minded creatives. Then we are serenaded with a musical rendition by songstress Deena G, who also chats about how music is an expression of her Human Rights.