Lifestyle

How to manage your festive budget wisely

The festive season signals that it‘s time to let your hair down, but it’s still important to be savvy with your finances. You don’t want to blow your budget ahead of the New Year! Here are some tips on how to bolster your festive budget this year, and in the years to come! Give […]

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6 Breathtaking proposal destinations in Africa

If you’re looking for the perfect time to pop the question, why not do it during the festive season? It’s a time of joy, celebration, and love, making that special moment even more memorable. If you are planning to propose to your partner, we have created a list of amazing destinations on the stunning continent […]

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Makoti guide to surviving December

As young academics who had the opportunity to study overseas, Nolwazi and her beau Sisonke returned to teach at one of the big universities in the Eastern Cape. In summer, the young bride would wear shorts, halterneck tops, dresses and miniskirts. She and her husband would walk the streets of the small town holding hands. […]

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Why dog hotels are best for dogs when going on holiday

If you are going on holiday this festive season and not planning to take your furry friend, worry not, as dog hotels offer the option of looking after your pet while giving it love and attention. Gone are the days of worrying about your furry friend not being sure of whose care to live them […]

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Tips to avoid a hangover

The silly season has finally arrived, and many people will be enjoying the goodness that comes with the season festivities. While most of us will be in best of moods, spending quality time with family and friends we will be spoiling ourselves with a drink or two with friends. Drinking alcohol may be nice but […]

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The best way cure a blue bottle sting

Spending a hot summer’s day lying on the beach, basking in the sun, and soaking in the surroundings is truly rewarding. The atmosphere is simply amazing, with the sound of kids joyfully laughing as they chase one another around or build sandcastles. Listening to the sound of the waves is a natural pleasure that adds […]

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Money-saving tips for international travels

Traveling is a wonderful experience that allows us to explore new places, immerse ourselves in different cultures, and create lifelong memories. However, it can also be expensive, and many people are looking for ways to save money while still enjoying their travel adventures. If you’re planning a trip and want to make the most of […]

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5 Ways to be a better friend

Sometimes we may think that we are doing a great job as friends and we may miss the small things that would cost us friendships and bonds we have created. Friendship is a two-way street that needs to be reciprocated with the same energy no matter how busy you are. You should always be there […]

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What to do when your female dog is on heat

According to HillsPets – the manufacturers of pet food- the term “in heat” refers to the period where female dogs enter into their reproductive cycle. It is said that a dog can experience this phase from as early as six months old. This usually lasts for an average of 3 weeks. What are some of […]

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Author Janine Jellars shares how SA celeb culture inspired new novel

Have you ever wondered about how celeb culture in South Africa works? Author Janine Jellars gives us a glimpse into the lives of the popular in her latest novel, When the Filter Fades. Published in November by Tracey McDonald Publishers, When the Filter Fades is Janine’s first work of fiction. The novel tells the stories […]

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5 Baby shower gift ideas on a budget

The festive season is a period filled with events such as weddings, parties, baby showers and many customary celebrations in some black communities. This is also a time where some people will be getting their 13th cheque, affording them a little to spare if they will be attending events. A baby shower might seem less […]

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5 Reasons why you should choose Dubai for a vacation

The United Arab Emirates’s (UAE) city Dubai is one of the most beautiful places you can go to for a vacation. We have seen a lot of celebrities going there to relax and unwind. It is known as a global hub for trade, finance and tourism with a reputation of luxury and opulence. Many people […]

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