True Love

Spring Day (1 September) has always been a thing for me since I was young. I would meticulously plan my outfit for the day – making sure that I looked like a new season has arrived. The tradition continued throughout school right until I started work

This season, Bras N Things, is speaking the lace language. Two-tone lace, floral embroidery, geometric patterns and satin binding details all feature in Bras N Things' new collection. The range, which includes long-line bras, high-waisted briefs and

You’ve put in the push-ups and squats to get your body in shape. But as you shed your clothes you realise you still need to get rid of the flakiness and dullness to reveal a radiant, smooth and hydrated skin. Even if you don’t plan to strut around in

I meet up with award-winning rap muso Zothile (stage name Solo) and The Queen actress Dineo Langa (nèe Moeketsi) in the thick of their Western wedding preparations, and the production of their three-part wedding documentary, titled Kwakuhle Kwethu. T

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Being able to wake up every day and do what I love gives my life meaning. “I feel liberated, strong, and as though I’m on the right path. I’ve noticed just how endless the possibilities are, while also recognising my greatness, valuing my worth, and

People asking me what my real name is, is always a great ice-breaker. They find it weird when I say, ‘it’s Oros and that’s the second name on my ID.’ Nkhokheli is my first name but I’ve only used it in church — I’ve always been Oros. Growing up in a

TINA NGXOKOLO, 33, Fashion Designer and Creative Director of MaXhosa “The shape of the showstopper dress in the Amasiko Nezithethe line is a traditional A-line which has been used in Western designs for centuries. But I had to bring it back to what

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Dipalesa holds a BCom degree in Marketing and a BCom Honours degree in Business Management. Following her experience of participating in the Miss SA pageant, she wanted to share what she’d learnt and empower young women on their worth, so she started

When Dr Phathokuhle Zondi walked through the doors of the University of Cape Town’s medical school, she already knew her end career goal — something that made her an anomaly in a field where most young doctors usually wait until the end of their inte

We’re judged by our personalities, whether we like it or not. From the psychometric tests in high school, you were told that you’re more of this than that, so therefore, one career is better suited for you than the next. This linear approach to perso

Sexually transmitted debt is when you find yourself being responsible for, or having inherited your partner’s financial debt in a relationship or marriage, usually due to a marriage contract, or a spouse being misled to take debt in their own name. “

At the beginning of this year, beauty entrepreneur Awelani Sow was on the verge of a divorce. She was overweight, her self-esteem had plummeted, and sex with her husband had become an uncomfortable chore. “Honestly, I hated sex. The thought of it str

When KwaZulu-Natal businessman, and proud polygamist, Musa Mseleku, announced that tickets to a dinner where he would be “casting” for his fifth wife were sold out, many read that as a sign, perhaps, of the changing perceptions around polygamy. This

Mother-son relationships can be special and extremely close. As a society, we label the boys and men in these relationships as mama’s boys, and while it is cute at age four, few people find it as endearing when the man is an adult. This is especially

Sheila Gumede* was surprised when her son’s teacher informed her, in a letter, that he had Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – a condition that affects one’s ability to be attentive and function optimally. At the time of diagnosis, her

If it’s grown in your own backyard, access to marijuana is pretty easy, and totally legal. In September 2018, the South African Constitutional Court decriminalised adults smoking and growing enough weed for personal consumption at home. Experts predi

The most common question I get asked by everyone – from my husband to colleagues – is: “Have you eaten today?” I usually kickstart my mornings with a cup of coffee, followed by another for lunch and, if necessary, I’d top up with a chocolate bar. For

“It was a cold day on 13 July 2010. I remember that day so well because it changed my life forever. I was 12 years old at the time and it was my first year of high school. My friend, little sister and I were walking home from school. I’m from Vingerk

Violence is a reality for many women, raising the need for women to learn self-defence and to up their fitness levels, as a strong body will help them defend themselves better from an attack. With the help of Xolisani “Nomeva” Ndongeni, professional

Makes: 24 Prep Time: 1 hour 3 cups castor sugar1 cup orange juice and rinds1 cup water1 tsp fresh ginger, crushed¼ tsp cream of tartar1 cinnamon stick6 cardamom pods2 cups flour2 tsps baking powder½ tsp nutmegPinch salt75 g butter1 egg½ cup milkOil

What is rustic about your food? The recipes are mostly old and comforting, with a little added twist. What is your idea of a perfect dinner? Tasty local food, paired with the best local wine — you’re bound to wear a smile afterwards. What aspects o

Serves: 2 Prep Time: 25 mins 2 cups mint leaves½ cup pine nuts½ lemon juice1 tsp lemon rind½ cup olive oil2 firm Pink Lady apples1 celery1 bunch kale1 sweetcorn, grilled200 g smoked snoek 1. In a food processor place mint leaves, pine nuts, lemon

As a travelpreneur and digital content producer for Lived Experience Travel, she’s been inspired by her curiosity of how different groups of people interact in social spaces. Which town did you enjoy? I recently visited Kigali in Rwanda. I fell in l

This book was a labour of love. It took me three years to complete it because I was doing it in my spare time and self-publishing is hard. What I also found tricky was deciding what to actually put in the book because we had space constraints. Havin

It may seem obvious that a good old-fashioned wash is the first step in taking care of the outside of your car. But, if this is not your cup of tea, outsource the task to a reputable car valet to do it for you. And if you’re on a tight budget, then a