Lifestyle

Peace lilies and 9 other indoor winter plants to brighten your home

With icy temperatures and fierce winds giving South Africans a foretaste of what’s in store for winter, many people find comfort inside their cosy homes, while their plants are exposed to the cold outside. Fortunately, there are indoor plants that thrive during the shivering season, bringing warmth and boosting energy while temperatures drop. Also see: How […]

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Why Strength Training Is Replacing Weight Loss Culture

Why Strength Training Is Replacing Weight Loss Culture For years, women were told fitness should focus on one thing: Getting smaller. Smaller waist.Smaller thighs.Smaller appetite.Smaller body overall. The fitness industry pushed: detox teas “summer body” pressure crash diets endless cardio and obsessive calorie counting But lately, something has started shifting. More women are no longer […]

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Boundaries 101 — How to protect your time and energy

In a world that constantly demands your attention, setting boundaries isn’t selfish — it’s essential. Boundaries help you protect your mental health, manage stress, and create space for the things that truly matter. Also see: Digital boundaries: How to stop your phone from controlling your life Here’s how to start building healthier boundaries in everyday […]

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Why Your Body Feels Tired Even After Sleeping

Why Your Body Feels Tired Even After Sleeping You went to bed early.You slept for hours.Maybe even longer than usual. And yet somehow, you still woke up exhausted. Not just sleepy— but heavy, drained, mentally foggy, and emotionally flat. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Health experts note that persistent fatigue despite sleeping enough […]

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Is eating one meal a day really sustainable?

The idea of eating just one meal a day (OMAD) has gained popularity as a unique approach to dieting and lifestyle. But the question remains: is it sustainable for most people over the long term? Also see: How to build a healthy daily routine Let’s examine the benefits, risks, and practical aspects of OMAD to help […]

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Friendship in your 30s: Why it feels harder to maintain

Friendship in your 30s can look very different from the friendships of your 20s. As responsibilities increase and priorities shift, many people find it harder to stay connected with friends — even when the relationships still matter deeply. Also see: How to end a friendship without being the villain Between careers, relationships, parenting, financial pressures […]

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How to involve your kids in cooking: A guide for every age

Introducing children to the kitchen is a wonderful way to bond, teach life skills, and foster healthy eating habits. Engaging kids in cooking can be tailored to their age to ensure safety, fun, and meaningful learning at every stage of development. Also see: 5 ways to build a healthy co-parenting relationship For Toddlers At this […]

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How to Host a Girls’ Night at Home

How to Host a Girls’ Night at Home: Fun, Affordable Ideas for the Perfect Night In Not every good night needs: expensive restaurants crowded clubs or spending half your salary on cocktails Sometimes the best memories happen in pyjamas, with good food, loud conversations, and everyone sitting cross-legged on the couch talking nonsense until midnight. […]

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Empowering women Bolt drivers: Ways to ensure safety

In 2026, female Bolt drivers in South Africa face significant risks from taxi violence and passenger robberies. They employ strict safety protocols, including using the in-app Driver SOS button, avoiding high-risk areas, and vetting riders by checking their ratings. Also see: South Africa moves towards a total ban on drinking and driving Safety measures include […]

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Why Everyone Feels Tired All the Time

Why Everyone Feels Tired All the Time: The Modern Exhaustion Nobody Talks About It feels like almost everyone is exhausted lately. Not just sleepy. But deeply, constantly tired. People are: sleeping but still waking up drained mentally exhausted before the day even starts emotionally overwhelmed struggling to focus and feeling like they never fully recharge […]

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Digital boundaries: How to stop your phone from controlling your life

In a world where notifications never seem to stop, many people are beginning to question who is really in control — them or their phones. From early morning scrolling to late-night screen time, digital habits can quietly shape our focus, mood and productivity. Also see: Digital detox culture: Can Gen Z really log off? Setting […]

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Africa’s Travel Indaba drives future of business tourism across the continent

As Africa’s Travel Indaba returns to Durban from 11 to 14 May, the focus turns to how the continent is positioning itself within the next phase of global tourism growth. Hosted at the Durban International Convention Centre, the event brings together tourism operators, policymakers and investors to explore partnerships that drive the growth of travel […]

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