Scroll through social media and you’ll quickly spot someone clutching a glass of lemon water, usually with promises of glowing skin, effortless weight loss and a magical “detox”. It sounds impressive – but is a squeeze of citrus in your morning water really that powerful? Also see: Why you shouldn’t drink too much lemon water […]
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Human Rights Day often focuses on the history of freedom and democracy. This year, it also marks 30 years since the adoption of South Africa’s Constitution. Chapter 2 of the Constitution entails the Bill of Rights which affirms democratic values of human dignity, equality and freedom. Also see: ‘Let us treat every person with dignity,’ […]
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Pairing wine with spicy foods might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. While many classic wine pairings were developed alongside rich Mediterranean and European cuisines, today’s kitchens are packed with punchier flavours, from fiery curries to tangy fermented dishes. The good news? There are plenty of wines that can stand up to the heat. Follow our […]
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Most homes are lit with the best of intentions, but often with the worst of results. A single overhead fitting in the centre of the ceiling is the default, and it produces the kind of flat, shadowless light that makes a room feel more like a waiting room than a home. The good news is that improving […]
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The National Consumer Commission (NCC) of South Africa has announced that Toyota South Africa Motors (Pty) Ltd is recalling 1,846 units of the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 due to a potential transmission defect, reports Cape {town} Etc. This recall affects vehicles sold between 8 January 2025 and 16 January 2026 and raises significant safety concerns for […]
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Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) focuses on providing many students with practical skills and knowledge for a specific trade or vocation. Most of the time, it is considered an alternative to traditional academic routes such as universities. What TVETs do depends on the specific program and the needs of the students. Generally, the aim is to provide students with the skills and knowledge that they will need to […]
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No South African can forget the systematic defiance and protest against apartheid and racism across the country on March 21, 1960. This is where different townships embarked on a protest march against pass laws. The apartheid police shot and killed 69 of the protesters at Sharpeville, many of them shot while fleeing. This tragedy came to be known as the Sharpeville Massacre, and it […]
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In a society where intimacy is frequently represented as a smooth, happy experience, the truth is often not so black and white for many women. When reality strikes and vulnerability meets expectations, for some women there’s a lot that is not communicated, often for the sake of peace and harmony in the relationship. Also see: Foods […]
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Your life looks perfect on the surface but you have that nagging feeling in the pit of your stomach that there’s more. Suddenly what used to bring you joy now feels unfulfilling. Time to pay attention and recognise the signs you’re outgrowing your life. And what to do next… There are moments when things that […]
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Over 30 years into freedom, and yet some people report that they still experience racial discrimination to this day. According to the United Nations Human Rights office of the Commission, ‘racial discrimination’ can mean any distinction, exclusion, restriction or preference based on race, colour, descent, or national or ethnic origin which has the purpose or […]
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People remember the beginning and end of whatever you say more than the middle. The same idea applies not just to public speaking, but also to how you work and, more importantly, how you leave a job. Also see: The LinkedIn Dilemma: To Stay or Not for Job Seekers? You might excel at your job […]
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Since its launch last year, Woolworths’ MyDifference loyalty program has represented a major transformation in the way the retailer rewards, interacts with, and fosters lasting relationships with its customers. It has evolved from a conventional points-based system to one that is more personalised, transparent and insight-driven. Also see: “This Cow Had Medical Aid,” Mzansi Cracks Up […]
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