HOTSHOT: MEET CARRIE

Carrie is an actress/model. She is currently a free agent based in Hatfield, Pretoria.

Her goal is to become the best in her industry. When asked who her role model is her reply was, "My mother. Because she is the strongest person I know and she helped me believe in myself."

She spends most of her leisure time indoors, reading or watching TV with a glass of fine wine. You'd be lucky to catch her out on streets gents!

Photos: Thato Duice Rangaka

Written by: Umile Charumbira

[PROFILE] CASHINTRANSIT @Cashintransit

Known as Cashintransit on Social networks. A Mathematician cum publicist and an event strategist. He got shaped by his environment and driven by what he hopes to achieve.

Ajele Owolabi, an indigene of Ondo State (in Nigeria), grew up in the grungy Iyana Ipaja area of Lagos State. He attended Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba, Ondo State, and bagged a Bachelors degree in Industrial Mathematics. As an undergraduate, he gained fame through his dance skills, as a member of The Body Shakers, a dance group he co-founded back in school.

Recognized as one to watch in showbiz and entertainment circles, Cashintransit was invited to join the team at ‘DÉJÀ VU’ magazine as an entertainment correspondent and to handle music reviews. His involvement in the production of this magazine honed his writing abilities, and after graduation he set up his own blog, alongside freelancing for Slyk and Distinct magazines. The success of his blog and the far-reaching effect of the reportage created a deep-seated vigor for media further gave him much exposure on the inner-workings of entertainment and media and what it takes to grow in this field.

Cashintransit has helped nurture many upcoming artistes in his capacity as a talent manager; giving them advice on where their strength should lie in terms of their career, and how they should go about the publicity of their intellectual property.

Following this endeavour, and aiding in the development of numerous artistes, he felt a need to grow and expand his repertoire,  he thus left Nigeria for South Africa to acquire more knowledge on Public Relations. In a bid to become a full professional in his field, Cashintransit obtained his Diploma in Public Relations from University of South Africa (UNISA) in 2013. Aside the blog in his name, he set up another blog that deals with majorly South African content, named “ChitChat Mzansi”, run with the help of his colleagues in various Universities and colleges within Gauteng.

Cashintransit handles PR and Image management for Bombshelter Entertainment (South Africa), DJ Sulex (Pretoria’s Number one DJ), MC Ajele (Africa’s funniest comedian), and Young Millionaire Entertainment (Rosebank, Johanesburg), among others.

His line of work encompasses Celebrity Procurement, Graphics Design, Events, Promotions and PR. He was the PR for Pretoria Music Awards 2013, now part of the organizers of #turnUPthursdays in Pretoria, and Industry Night (South Africa), which will debut soon. He is currently the graphics designer for Moloko (Hatfield, Pretoria). He has partnered with different entertainment practitioners to set up gigs at various spots in Pretoria. His latest project is MAZZINGAR, one of the contestants in “STAR THE WINNER IS”; whose music Video is currently experiencing heavy rotation on SoundCity and other local stations across Nigeria.

Twitter: @Cashintransit

Instagram: Cashintransit

Phone Number: 0846968386   E-mail: cashintransit@hotmail.com

www.cashintransit1.blogspot.com 

[ChitChat Session] CHITCHAT WITH CHARMA, CREATIVE DIRECTOR MADE2FLY ENTERTAINMENT

Made2Fly Entertainment is a Johannesburg based Entertainment Company established in November 2011. They specialize in model, talent & events management as well as professional photography, graphic design and filming services. They offer international quality services at affordable local rates and provide tailor-made solutions to best suit the individual clients’ specific needs, requirements and budget.

In a chitchat session with the Creative Director of the Entertainment Company, Charma Maluleka, he shared with ChitChatMzansi how he came about the name "Made2Fly", What he has tried that is working and not working and What Made2Fly Entertainment have in plan for the rest of the year.

See the ChitChat below:

#ChitChatMzansi: Let’s get to know you.

CHARMA MADE2FLY: Charma Maluleka, Marketing and creative director of Made2Fly Entertainment.

#ChitChatMzansi: Where did you grow up? 

CHARMA MADE2FLY: Was born in Switzerland, raised in Dubai and grew up in Johannesburg.

#ChitChatMzansi: Nationality?
 CHARMA MADE2FLY: South African.

#ChitChatMzansi: What is the meaning of life?

CHARMA MADE2FLY: To live it, not just to watch it pass you by

#ChitChatMzansi: What have you done that you proud of?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: Starting Made2Fly Entertainment from the ground and watching it grow as it has been growing really makes me proud. Being a father to my 2 beautiful girls is also something I'm really proud of

#ChitChatMzansi: How did you come about the name Made2Fly?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: It came with my vision for success. Whatever I create I create with the intention to make it succeed, so everything I "make" must "fly", hence Made2Fly.


#ChitChatMzansi: Share with me what Made2Fly is all about that is not included in the company’s profile.
CHARMA MADE2FLY: Made2Fly Entertainment is not just a company, its a BRAND, its a lifestyle, its a culture, its an empire, its a LEGACY.Its not just a company, it's alive and has its own personality. It's a 2year old baby now and will grow to be a toddler, then a teenager, then young adult, etc.


#ChitChatMzansi: What’s Made2Fly’s watchword?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: What's "watchword?


#ChitChatMzansi: Who are your clients?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: To many to mention individually, but its mostly corporates, local government, provincial government entities, musicians (both local and from other parts of Africa), Casting directors, production companies, booking agents, etc. 


#ChitChatMzansi: Through which medium do you reach your audience?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: We have the social platforms to reach and interact with "fans" and people who support us. And for our clients and potential clients, we use a medium I call "on the ground interaction" where we organize networking events, parties, outings, etc to interact with them and get to know more about their brands as well as the people behind the brands and companies. So we interact both physically and online.

#ChitChatMzansi: In terms of artist’s promotion will you consider technique over strategy?

CHARMA MADE2FLY: We're in the business of media where  marketing and advertising is what makes or breaks a project. You could be the best artist ever, but without proper marketing, your talent will be wasted. So definitely strategies over technique.

#ChitChatMzansi: What have you tried that’s working or not working?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: What's working is we attract the right kind of clients who, through their business, we have managed to sustain our business. So happy clients always come back for more business and refer more clients, that works. What's not working is managing individual talent! Its unbelievable how some individuals are just not focused, dedicated and passionate about what they do. We can only help here and there but the hunger and will to succeed has to be from the individual and its very sad how we've lost so much talent because of indiscipline. So maybe we as Made2Fly Entertainment could do more to assist and help groom local talent. 

#ChitChatMzansi: Tell me something you’ve really wanted for made2Fly Ent. And how you went about obtaining it.
CHARMA MADE2FLY: I wanted Made2Fly to become an international company and we're on our way, 2 years and we have already branched out to Nigeria, Ghana and soon Angola, Mozambique, Botswana, Swaziland, Kenya, Ivory Coast, etc. So my international dream is still alive, its what I wanted and its where we're going.

#ChitChatMzansi: Can you share with me Made2Fly’s accomplishments?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: Too many to mention, but some of our highlights have been working on projects such as the Man On Ground movie premier, 2013 J&B Met, 2013 Durban July, 2012 SA Sports Awards, Chris Brown's SA concert, RKelly's SA concert, working with artists such as Dbanj, Ruan de Waal, Lira, TKZee, Didi, Nina David, etc. We have worked with people we use to look up to and admire growing up, now we are working with them directly.
#ChitChatMzansi: It’s just three Months to wrap up the year; have you been able to carry out most of the set plans for the year?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: Not even halfway! I'm never satisfied so I'm seldom satisfied. I'm content with the progress and growth thus far though, but I know and believe that we are capable of achieving 10 times what we currently have achieved.

#ChitChatMzansi: What do you have in plan for the rest of the year?
CHARMA MADE2FLY: Atleast 3 Made2Fly events before the end of the year, releasing our 1st artist (Masello - afrojazz / afropop musician) under our newly formed record label, shooting 10 more international quality music videos within 3 months and attracting more profitable business.

[UPCOMING EVENT] Co.Fi (Hatfield), Cashintransit and 5Star Promotions are set to shut Hatfield down with "L.Pee's Deluxe Champagne Birthday and Listening party"

It's Springs and it's 5Star Promotions' Finest Boy's Birthday on Wednesday, 18th September.

Co.Fi (Hatfield) came in collaboration with Cashintransit and 5Star Promotions to bring to you a party of the season themed "L.PEE Deluxe Champagne Birthday and Listening Party".

This 2 in 1 party (Birthday plus listening party) is billed to shut the City down on Wednesday as Co.Fi, Cashintransit and 5Star promotions hits Hatfield with the best of performance from A-list performing artists and turn table kings.

Performing are:   BOLO J (BLACK SONJ), CASEMILLA N DESPERADO(BOOGIEDOWN CROONER) , ST SEABA ,MISS CALIFORNIA AND LOTS MORE.

On the Wheels of steels are: "HOT FEMALE DJ ROCCA", DJ SULEX, DJ SCRATCH MASTA , DJ DECK BURNA AND A HOST OF OTHERS.


Venue: Co.Fi (Hatfield), Burnette street, Hatfield. (Same building with KFC)
Time: 7pm-2am

Entry: Free!!!!

Media Sponsor: #ChitChatMzansi (Follow @ChitChatMzansi on twitter)

YOU DONT WANT TO MISS THIS IF YOU ARE IN ANYWHERE IN PTA TRUST US.
BE THERE!!!

MEET T-FRESH

He developed his interest in music by hanging out with music producers and artists in Zimbabwe, then he started developing interest in the industry.

He started learning how to play piano, and later enrolled in Emendy College, Pretoria to know more about music.

Name - Trust Kanjera

A.K.A - T-FRESH                               

Birth Date - Sept. 19th, 1991      

Line of work - Music Producer           

Hobby - Making Beats and Playing Cricket                                         

Attended - Emendy Sound & Music Technolgy College, Pretoria               

Artists he has worked for: Scoobynero,  Opa 6, Medosky, Dopefella, Bolo J, Esoro e.t.c

#ANTICIPATE THE MOMENT (ALBUM) BY CHIQO KABASU

He first braced the music industry in 2013 with his song 'YOU' from his debut album; from then on Chiqo Kabasu has become a renowned Gospel Artist.

With a unique approach to gospel music, his songs are like no other. He has made it his priority to set himself apart from the average gospel Artist. He started singing at the Age of 8 in his church choir back in the DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo). He is Currently a member of Champions of Faith Ministries where he serves as one of the Worship team leaders, and also adding that their worship team is rumored to be the best one in Pretoria.

His debut album titled "THE MOMENT"  is scheduled to be released on the 23rd of September 2013.

Be on the look out. ANTICIPATE THE MOMENT!!

[VIDEO] MAY D - GET DOWN OFFICIAL VIDEO FT. OSKIDO

With Oskido on this one, May D from Nigeria came up with a house music voiced in his mother tongue. Few Video Vixens, few dance moves plus few Video effects in all brought about a cool video.

Get Down by May D sure will blow home and away.

Watch the Video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzy0eNbj_1w

Home Coming Picnic

Spring days have never been the same in Pretoria ever since the Home Coming Picnic was introduced.

Getting bigger and better everytime, it’s no wonder people are flocking in from all over South Africa.

This past spring day Khuli Chana and Morafe blessed the HCP stage and it was one to remember. But it was another Maftown nature that stole the show, the wonder kid who has had the whole nation doing his dance. He goes by the name of Cassper Nyovest. He gave a memorable performance which will be talked about for months with his hit “Gusheshe”.

Bottle was popped, new friends were met, and friendships were revived. It was the best one you so we hope to catch you all in December for one last time this year. 

MADIBA: From Brain Dead to Full Recovery‏

Following the recent discharge of South Africa's former President, Nelson Mandela from the Pretoria Heart Hospital, you would think the nation would be nothing more than happy about this but sadly or rather thank goodness they aren't? I'll let this be your take

Many believe Madiba should have died in hospital because according to them "he has served his purpose" but now the question would be, shouldn't we let God decide? Many of the other reasons given by people don't differ much, one lady from a social network posted that she has never heard of someone being in a critical condition and then leaving hospital they are just feeding us utter lies to draw away the media's attention.

 Is it really real that he is still alive? Another lady mentioned that Madiba is immortal and that he will outlive all of us, this was a funny comment but it has some, if not all truth in it but others simply aren't moved by the headlines about the former president being discharged from hospital, some on Facebook and others on twitter mentioned they simply do not care.

What's your take about this?

Written by: Mpolokeng (@studlegend on twitter)

#HOTSHOT JONATHAN MENSAH

Name: Jonathan Mensah 

A.K.A: C-Tea

Birth Date: 6th February, 1989

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Line of work: Music Production

Hobby: Making Music, Swimming and Tennis

Attended: Emendy Sound & Music Technolgy College, Pretoria.

Artists he has worked for:  Dopefella, Dynasty, Bolo J, Seaba, B;anco and Dudu.

Contact: +27 731 829 452

Twitter: @cteabeat

#epicFAIL WORST TWERK FAIL EVER

The footage from YouTube shows the girl trying to attempt a far more advanced version of twerking next to a coffee table, which has four burning candles and a bottle of tequila on top of it.

Isn't it a dumb move to twerk behind a door that is not locked;knowing fully well anyone can come in anytime?

Moral of this Video, never twerk close to lit candles and a bottle of Tequilla.

Watch Video Here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CddMD3QqTFs

Credit: Channel24

#HOTSHOT LAWAL DIAMOND

Name: Lawal Diamond

Age: 21yrs old

Height - 5'6

Waist - 27

Hip - 35

Burst - 35

Agent: Maymay production