The energy crisis isn't the only thing dominating the thoughts of average South Africans – they are also worried about inflation and the ever-increasing cost of food.
The Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy (BFAP) shows that food prices in South Africa remained at elevated levels in the first month of 2023 a nd, according to…
Who would have guessed that items in your kitchen could get your garden flourishing? The team at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa have a few tips that will astound and amaze you, with items that you use and consume daily helping you reap the rewards for you and your garden.
If you have leftover ground…
Nearly all South Africans (who are fortunate enough) now own load-shedding gadgets and appliances of various kinds – whether it is rechargeable lighting and light bulbs, gas cookers, heaters and geysers, inverters and UPS battery systems, generators, solar lighting and energy systems, and other solutions to keep the power on and lights going through the…
Loadshedding, water outages, exploding costs of living, fuel hikes, crime. There's a lot in current times to make a person feel despondent and helpless, and it hits hard on our emotional and mental state when we are faced with these realities day in and day out.
But a phenomenon that actually arose in the 1980s,…
Play is an essential part of childhood, and it plays a significant role in a child's development. Research has shown that play helps children learn and develop a variety of skills, including problem-solving, creativity, communication, and social skills. Additionally, play helps children develop physical strength, coordination, and balance, which are all essential for healthy growth…
Most of us get our formative attitudes about money from our parents and these will generally shape our outlook for the rest of our lives. So, what are the financial fundamentals you should be passing on to your children and when?
A University of Cambridge study, commissioned by the UK’s money advice service found that by…
Every child needs to have access to building 'bloks '. Blocks not only stimulates a child's interests and help them express themselves, but also have a range of benefits. According to the National Association for the Education of Young Children , blocks boost aspects of learning including:
Self-esteem: Children discover that they have their…
Now more than ever, society is realising the critical role mental health plays in self-actualisation. This is particularly true for recent matrics and university students. When students pass their matric exams and earn bursaries, it comes with excitement and a huge expectation. However, that excitement can quickly turn into stress, anxiety and depression if they…
Going on holiday is always an exciting and (hopefully) relaxing time. While you are away you can unwind, do what you want to do and destress - usually from the packing and travelling beforehand. So much seems to unravel before you even start your trip.
“The journey getting to your destination is not always an easy…
As we age, our skin undergoes several changes, including a loss of elasticity, and both a decrease in collagen production and cell turnover. These changes can lead to the formation of wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, and other signs of ageing. “However,” says Ruan Winter, Marketing Manager for high end professional skin care brand Vitaderm,…