Author: Gugu Mhlungu

The best birth control for you

Dr Sindi Van Zyl explains the advantages and disadvantages of the most commonly used forms of contraceptive to help you find the best birth control for you. What is birth control? Also known as contraception, this is a method or device used to prevent pregnancy. The methods come in different types. Not one size fits […]

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Creamy sweetcorn and potato soup

This delectable creamy sweetcorn and potato soup is perfect on its own or as a starter. By Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 2–3 2 cups canned sweetcorn, drained 2 potatoes, chopped and cooked 2 cups (500ml) cream 2 tablespoons (30ml) butter, melted 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, […]

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Chicken masala

Spice things up with this flavourful chicken masala recipe By Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes Serves: 2–3 3 cups chicken thighs, deboned 3 tablespoons butter 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tablespoons masala powder 1 tablespoon Harissa paste 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard ½ cup (125ml) white wine […]

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5 celeb coats you’ll love

It’s officially coat season. These pieces not only keep you warm but can take your outfit to the next level and help you exude instant fashion appeal. We’ve rounded up a few of our fave pieces inspired by some of our local celebs. By Ayanda Ngcobo Bonang Matheba: Contrary to popular belief, florals are just […]

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Your partner has cheated. Now what?

Zukiswa Dlamini looks at the pain of having to decide whether to stay or leave after your partner has cheated. This is a tough decision, but one that has to be made with careful thought. Pictures XX *Not their real name “I believe the most difficult choice you’ll ever have to make is whether you […]

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How to slay the activewear trend

Kim Kardashian took the fashion world by storm a while back by reinventing the retro sportswear trend which first gained popularity in the 80s and 90s. Here’s how you can easily adopt it into your everyday looks. By: Ayanda Ngcobo How to pull off the active wear trend Biker shorts can be dressed up or […]

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5 minutes with Vusiwe Ngcobo

Vusiwe Ngcobo went from television child star to a finance and banking lawyer. She tells us about her journey, and shares her life lessons. By Kwanele Mathebula Picture Peter Whitfield I broke into the entertainment industry at the age of eight. My siblings and I were part of the music group Amaponi when we were […]

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Chicken à la King

Chicken à la King is a tried and tested favourite and yours can be ready in 15 minutes. By Ntwenhle Gcabashe This dish was created by Charles Ranhofer, a chef at Delmonico restaurant. He named the dish after horse breeder Foxhall P Keene, who had requested a dish with pimento cream. Charles came up with […]

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Bonang’s ‘Public Figure’ film is coming to SA

Bonang Matheba‘s film, Public Figure, will premiere in SA this weekend at the Encounters Film Festival. Fresh from her win at the Global Social Award win in Prague recently, Bonang (who co produced the project) shared the news that her documentary film had been selected for inclusion in the Encounters Film Festival programme. SEE ALSO: […]

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Kelly Khumalo sets the record straight in new fiery statement

Kelly Khumalo has broken her silence and issued a statement regarding the latest rumours regarding the investigation into the murder of former Bafana captain and her partner Senzo Meyiwa. A Sunday World article reported that three high profile individuals and a senior police official were among a number of people that would be arrested in […]

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SEE PICS: LootLove & Reason’s swaggy U.S vacay

LootLove and Reason are currently on vacay in the States and looking very swaggy while doing it. The pair seem to be having the coolest time and shared some snaps on their Insta pages. Check out some of the snaps below: https://www.instagram.com/p/BybFGF_BhdZ/ WATCH: Lootlove shares details of her pregnancy https://www.instagram.com/p/BygPxe3F1OY/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BydqT3lBYME/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Byh68t1BiDf/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Byd9VhHB-eW/ SEE ALSO: […]

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