Idols SA has been renewed for a season 13 and here is some good news: the show is beginning their search in January 2018 for a new crop of undiscovered talent.

Here is everything you need to know about Idols SA Season 14 Audition:


When and where are the Idols SA Season 14 auditions?


Idols SA Season 14 auditions take place as follows:

  1. Durban: Sat 20 January, North Beach Amphitheatre (Opposite Tsogo Sun – Elangeni)
  2. Cape Town: Sat 27 January, Century City Conference Centre, behind Ratanga Junction
  3. Pretoria: Sat 10 February, The State Theatre
  4. Johannesburg: Sat 24th February, Carnival City

Thanks to Telkom, Idols SA has extended its 2018 auditions to three more cities. Look out for Pop-Up Auditions in:


  1. Bloemfontein: 3 February, 2018
  2. Port Elizabeth: 17 February, 2018
  3. Polokwane: 3 March, 2018

**Venues will be communicated in Jan 2018

What time should I get to auditions and what should I bring?


The queues are often long, so get there early. Registration will open at 8am. Bring your ID or proof of identification, some water to keep hydrated, food and a song that suits your voice.


Who is allowed to audition for Idols?


Anyone who is a South African citizen between the ages of 16 and 30 may enter Idols. Minors must have written consent signed by a parent or guardian. Singers who auditioned in previous seasons are allowed to re-enter, but not anyone from a previous Top 10.


I auditioned for Idols this year. Will I be able to see my audition?


All auditions that make it to the judges round will be screened on Idols Extra, Channel 199 on DStv and will also be available on idolssa.tv