AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSkateboarding Breakthrough: Jean-Marc Johannes has turned pro with Epitome Skateboards and Johnos Skate Shop, setting his sights on a Barcelona street tour after major international success. Music Milestone: DJ Zinhle’s ‘Ezothando’ reportedly hits 1 million Spotify streams, with the track spotlighting fresh local talent via her opening-verse challenge. Film & Tech Debate: A24’s new DeepMind partnership is framed as a research collaboration meant to keep artists shaping the tools used in their work. Photography Spotlight: The Hasselblad Masters 2026 winners are revealed across seven categories, chosen from 70 finalists out of 100,000+ entries. Winter Family Fun: Snow in South Africa is still possible in July, with Lesotho Highlands flagged as the best bet for a proper white-winter getaway. Arts & Culture in Focus: Cape Town hosts an Abdullah Ibrahim Memorial Concert at Artscape Opera House, celebrating his iconic anti-apartheid music. Community & Safety: eNCA reports SA is on high alert as 30 June migration protests begin, with police and SANDF deployed. Local Arts Closure: Root44 market in Stellenbosch shuts until further notice, citing job losses and lack of municipal support. Music Recognition: Basadi in Music Awards names Monique Bingham as its 2026 International Recognition Award recipient.
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