South African television presenter and entrepreneur Kamohelo ‘Kamo’ Bombe has penned an open letter to Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, calling for greater unity among women in the fight against gender-based violence. Also see: Who funds March and March? Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma provides answers In a post shared on social media, Bombe addressed Ngobese-Zuma directly, saying South African women need […]
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Successful South African Women Share the Winter Self-Care Habits That Keep Them Going Winter has a way of slowing everything down. The mornings feel darker, the air feels colder and even the most motivated people can find themselves reaching for the snooze button more often than usual. For many women, winter also brings additional challenges: […]
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Things South African Women Are Tired of Normalising in 2026 There’s a quiet shift happening among women lately. A lot of conversations that used to happen privately — in group chats, salon chairs, girls’ dinners, TikTok comments, and late-night phone calls — are now becoming louder and more honest. Women are starting to say: “Actually… […]
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As South Africa continues to evolve socially, economically and culturally, women across the nation are navigating a complex landscape of progress and persistent challenges. Also see: Soft life vs survival mode: Are South African women allowed to rest? While strides have been made towards gender equality, many women find themselves quietly exhausted by ongoing issues that […]
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In South Africa, the contrast between the pursuit of a “soft life” and the reality of surviving day-to-day hardships is stark, especially for women. While the concept of living a relaxed, stress-free, and enjoyable life (often termed as the “soft life”) has gained popularity globally, many South African women find themselves caught in a cycle […]
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Rachel Kolisi claps back at trolls and embraces her new normal Since her divorce from Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, Rachel Kolisi has been navigating life under the unrelenting gaze of the public eye. But rather than shrink under scrutiny, she’s reclaiming her narrative and not letting online negativity dictate her pace. View this post […]
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When Life Throws the Unexpected Just before the world shifted under the weight of COVID-19, Ida Chibweza was navigating a busy life as an Executive Personal Assistant at Platinum Health Medical Scheme, balancing her career, a budding relationship, and dreams of marriage and motherhood. Then came a diagnosis that would change everything: breast cancer. “Cancer […]
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Period Poverty in South Africa: A Daily Struggle For millions of women and girls across South Africa, managing menstruation is far from straightforward. Basic sanitary products like pads, which are essential for hygiene and comfort, have become increasingly unaffordable, with prices reportedly reaching R50 per pack. For those living in low-income households or informal settlements, […]
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South Africa is home to some of the world’s most inspiring and successful women who have risen to the top through sheer grit, intelligence, and entrepreneurial spirit. From business moguls to fashion icons, these women have not only made a mark in their respective industries but have also contributed to shaping the economic and social […]
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