On 22 March 2026, the long awaited Goldwell Glow Up Celebration of Color event happened at The Forum in Bryanston - an evening that delivered exactly what South African hairdressers are craving right now: inspiration, education, and real, usable techniques. Guests arrived from 5pm to a buzzing atmosphere, with drinks, canapés, activations, and the Hairnews Photo Booth setting the tone before the show kicked off at 6pm. Inside, a slick stage set up with immersive LED screens

The Keune Stylist of the Year Awards 2026 are officially underway. With entries closing on 30 March 2026, you have less than two weeks to showcase your talent in the first South African edition on this respected creative event.   Now in its third year and supported in South Africa by Keune distributor mhb, the Awards celebrate creativity, technical mastery, and industry excellence, giving you the chance to gain national recognition and connect with the global Keune network. S

The countdown is on! In just a few days, South Africa’s hair community will gather, with head line artist Casey Coleman, for an unforgettable evening of creativity, inspiration, and connection at the Goldwell’s Glow Up event. Whether you're coming for the artistry, the education, the industry networking, or simply the electric atmosphere, this is your final reminder to get ready for the experience. Date: 22 March 2026 Venue: The Forum The Campus, Ground Floor Wanderers Buildi

On 16 and 17 February 2026, QiQi held its first Masterclass sessions in Cape Town and Johannesburg respectively. Cape Town's session was held at the incredible scar hair studio, while Hairnews had the privilege of attending the JHB session, held at mhb Studio in Capital Hill, Midrand, which played host to an inspiring day of education, innovation, and hands-on discovery, as hair professionals gathered for the highly anticipated QiQi Masterclass, led by Global Director of Educ

South African hairdressers - get ready.   This March, we are bringing one of the most dynamic and visually disruptive artists in global hairdressing to your stage. Internationally acclaimed colourist and creative force Casey Coleman, recognised worldwide as a Global Artist for Goldwell, has officially been confirmed as our headline showstopper. Based in the UK, Casey is a multi-award-winning stylist, salon founder, and global educator known for pushing creative boundaries in

We are honoured to announce that  Claire Wilson  will be joining us at this year’s Goldwell event, bringing with her over three decades of global industry leadership, innovation, and education excellence.   With a career spanning 33 years within the Kao Salon Division, Claire’s journey began behind the chair as a hairdresser before becoming a salon owner at just 23 years old. Her talent and drive quickly propelled her from the salon floor to the international stage, where she

South Africa, are you ready? This March, we are bringing a world-renowned Goldwell Global Artist to our stage. An international educator. A creative disruptor. A platform performer known for electrifying audiences across Europe and beyond. He is: A multi-award-winning colour specialist A salon founder redefining inclusive, modern hair spaces A stylist whose work has featured across major international TV and film productions A global educator shaping the future of colour arti

C&C Blonde & Colour Specialist celebrated Valentine's Day with spoils, gifts, treats, and of course fabulous hair! Address: De Ville Shopping Centre Corner of Wellington & Main road Durbanville  Contact us on: (079) 950-6465 ( whatsapp or call)  Instagram: instagram.com/ccblondespecialist_ Facebook: www.facebook.com/CCBLONDES Website: www.blondespecialist.co.za

The Keune Hairstylist Awards 2026 offer a global stage where artistry meets innovation. This is more than a competition, it’s an invitation to showcase visionary skills, inspire the next generation and join a worldwide community of creative excellence. Whether you’re a stylist, salon owner, educator, or freelance artist, this is the ultimate opportunity for you to unleash your creativity and showcase your true talent.   The competition is open to all hairstylists worldwide. N

Join international educator and inspirational stylist Sophia Montalbano for an exclusive Qiqi Masterclass this February . Montalbano, Qiqi’s Global Director of Education, brings to South Africa almost two decades of experience as a world-class educator. Her training sessions, paired with her global experience, delivers measurable results teaching stylists to grow their skills and their businesses, specifically within the hair and texture category.   Qiqi Masterclasses will t