Often times when we talk about rape, we’re focused on the violent act itself, and less on the impact it has on survivors. We don’t pay enough attention to how it changes the course of their lives, and how they relate to people, particularly intimate partners. No circumstance is the same The first thing you […]
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Most people witnessed the South Gauteng High Court in 2018 rule that popular publicist, Lerato Sengadi, was the customary wife of late hip-hop star, Jabulani Tsambo aka HHP. This was after a highly talked about fight between her and his family following his death. This created a renewed debate around customary marriage, and how it […]
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Given that relationship structures are continuously redefined and becoming more accepted in society, how can you know for sure that monogamy is for you? By Simamkele Matuntuta Pictures XX The many faces of love: is monogamy still relevant? Modern societal standards enforce monogamy as the most natural and acceptable relationship dynamic. This is even though […]
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This October we are celebrating Slungile (30) and Nkosana Makhaya (32) who have been married since 2016. Slungile wrote in to tell us how they met saying, “Nkosana and I have known each other since I was about 13 and he was 15 because we lived in pretty much the same street. He has always […]
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We are stepping into spring with the love story of Akhiwe Buyana (32) & Nolubabalo Xusha (31) Nolu wrote in to tell us how they met at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in Cape Town. She says, “We were both studying Chemical Engineering in 2011 and one time we were assigned to the same […]
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Celebrate the enduring love of Jabulile Mkhulisi-Zwane(43) and her husband Thabani Zwane(42). Jabulile says they met in church in 1994, and it was Thabani that made the first move. “He approached me after the examination prayer, and told me that he wants to marry me. I was shocked because we were young at that time, […]
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Physical intimacy can be an essential part of a fulfilling relationship. But, what happens when only one of you has a bigger hunger for sex? Kati Dijane looks at ways you can be sexually satisfied, even with different libidos. One in five women is unhappy with her sex life, and in general, only 17% are […]
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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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Taking your relationship to the next level and tying the knot can be both exciting and stressful. So, we asked BONA readers to share their best wedding planning and marriage advice. “Delegation is important; your family will always support you. It is also important to do your own follow-ups. Know what you want or at […]
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Whether it’s a new relationship, long distance or marriage, keeping the romance alive can help things last longer and keep both of you satisfied. By Amanda Mtuli Pictures: XX The importance of romance in a relationship cannot be emphasized enough. When both partners remember to keep the spark burning, this translates into a lasting and […]
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