By Shannon Dougall, Founder of SKIN functional
As South Africans, we live in one of the sunniest countries in the world, a privilege we love, but one that comes with measurable risk. Our UV index regularly reaches "extreme" levels in summer, and with skin cancer being one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the country,…
On paper, the festive season is portrayed as nothing short of celebration, rest, and joy. And while it's definitely a time for celebrating, the truth is that the festive season also poses unique challenges you don't necessarily encounter throughout the rest of the year.
From navigating family dynamics, to keeping your home clean while the children…
Discounts may catch the eye during sale season, but ultimately, performance, efficiency and durability define long-term satisfaction. For appliances built for everyday use, true value reveals itself over time – in reliability, running costs and how long replacement can be postponed. We spoke to Sicelo Champion from leading appliance manufacturer, Miele, to find out more.…
Survey reveals 'fur kids' come first with many celebrating birthdays
According to a new national survey by Absolute Pets, 85% of South Africans include their pets in family holidays, 78% celebrate their birthdays, and 57% take family photos with them - clear evidence that the line between "pet" and "family member" has all but disappeared.…
It’s that time of year when your focus naturally shifts from work deadlines and responsibilities to travel plans and family gatherings. Mentally, you may already be on holiday, but before physically locking up the office or loading the car, make sure that both your home and business are properly protected while you’re away.
According to…
It's the final countdown to year-end, and as we prepare for the summer break, it's a suitable time to take note of things that tend to derail holiday trips. Every holiday season, many South Africans miss their flights - often due to last-minute rushes, longer check-in queues, or simple missteps. To help stay ahead of…
The festive season can be testing for even financially disciplined consumers, and by the time South Africans return to work, many will have spent more than they can afford.
According to René Moonsamy, chairperson of the National Debt Counselling Association, it’s a cycle that repeats itself year after year, with debt counselling enquiries spiking every…
The lead up to a well-deserved holiday often means meeting work deadlines, finishing off festive shopping and making sure you feel good while you are on holiday with an increase in exercise days. But… once you are on holiday all that hard work often falls away, and you return home feeling sluggish and a little…
Once upon a time, the workplace villain was job hopping. Millennials were accused of killing loyalty, bouncing between roles faster than you could say "LinkedIn update", chasing purpose, passion and more money. Employers feared flighty staff and restless ambitions. But now, there's a new anxiety creeping into HR meetings: Job hugging. The growing tendency of…
There is a particular thrill in landing a deal. That spark of excitement when you see a massive markdown and hit 'buy now' feels like a tiny personal victory. Your brain reacts as if you have achieved something meaningful, even though you're poorer for it. Black Friday plays directly into that emotional rush, a little…