For many South Africans, the rising cost of living has made holidays feel out of reach. Food, fuel and accommodation costs all add up quickly, leaving families to believe that a proper break is no longer possible. But Shaun Lamont, Managing Director of First Group Hotels and Resorts, believes otherwise.
“You don’t need weeks away to…
The spirit of Ubuntu lives on - even as giving goes digital.
In South Africa, when a loved one passes, communities don't hesitate - they come together. We cook for one another, offer our time and presence, and when possible, contribute financially to help cover funeral costs. It's Ubuntu in action - people standing together…
With women now accounting for over a third of all new and used car sales, more South African women are getting behind the wheel and taking charge of their journeys. But, while car ownership is a symbol of independence, it also comes with responsibility. And too often, drivers, especially women, feel underprepared when it comes…
As winter fades and warmer days return, our skin often struggles to keep up with the change in season. Cold, dry months can leave lingering tightness, rough patches or increased sensitivity, while sudden warmer spells may trigger oiliness and breakouts. In South Africa, where chilly evenings meet sun-filled afternoons, this transition can be especially tough…
Women around the world are living longer, healthier lives than ever before. But with longer lifespans come unique health considerations, including eye health. Globally, women experience certain vision challenges more often than men due to biological, hormonal, and lifestyle factors.
The World Health Organisation reports that nearly two-thirds of the world’s visually impaired population are…
Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) is emerging as a serious health threat across South Africa, particularly in underserved communities where access to healthcare remains limited. Globally, PH affects around 1% of the population [1], which equates to approximately 80 million people. It has been estimated that PH is likely to be more prevalent in the developing world…
Money habits start early. The lessons that children learn from their parents about saving, spending, and making choices with money often stay with them for life.
That’s why it’s important to begin teaching financial basics as soon as possible. But which lessons matter most, and when should we teach them?
Behavioural researchers from the University…
We often blame seasonal allergies, colds, or air pollution for our stuffy noses and scratchy throats, but sometimes the culprit is lurking right under our own roof.
“We all see our homes as a safe haven from allergies, but there are places in your home that can harbour surprising germ and allergen hotspots that quietly…
As winter fades, your skin craves renewal. This is your moment to refresh your beauty ritual and shine unapologetically because glowing isn’t just a look, it’s a lifestyle.
Start your ritual with irresistible Sol de Janeiro delights, indulge in the nourishing Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Body Cream, which smooths and tightens skin with its…
Anaemia's alarming menstrual connection that women and medical practitioners don't think or talk about enough.
Heavy menstrual bleeding is a leading cause of low iron stores and anaemia in young women. World Health Organisation statistics show that 43% of reproductive-age women in Sub-Saharan Africa suffer from iron-deficiency anaemia, and for many of them this…