Lifestyle
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Miss SA Shudufhadzo Musida set to release debut children’s book
Reigning Miss South Africa Shudufhadzo Musida has recently added the title of author to her impressive list of achievements, producing her debut children’s book – Shudu Finds Her Magic, published by Jacana Media. The beauty queen, who also recently graduated from the University of Witwatersrand with an honours degree in International Relations, is set to release the book in six languages that are accompanied by delightful illustrations by Chantelle and Burgen Thorne. The book is inspired by Shudufhadzo’s own childhood and the bullying she experienced when she moved to a new province and a new school. “The book is aimed at children aged between four and 12 years of age…
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Miss SA finalist Zimi shares her favourite dish
Zimi Mabunzi, one of this year’s Top 30 finalists in the Miss South Africa competition, is a final year student studying her B.Com Law degree at the Nelson Mandela University in eGqeberha. The beauty hails from eQonce (King William’s Town) in the Eastern Cape and dabbles in the kitchen, especially when it comes to local dishes such as umphokoqo and umngqusho, which she says are her favourites. Mabunzi says she got her love for cooking from sister, Yolisa. “When I was young I barely spent much time cooking. Mine was to taste and wash the dishes. However, when my sister went to varsity, I had to step it up. I…
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Exploring various complexities of religion
If there’s a book that’ll give you a lot to think about, it’s got to be one which explores various complexities of spirituality. How does having visions and speaking with the ancestors coexist with Christian faith? Is it possible for ancestral worship and religion to coexist? Well, Tirelo Ole Makgeledisa explores this phenomenon in her new book, Voices of Jesus and Ancestors. She believes that spirituality goes beyond the constructs of religion. Her life begins in a village from where her family soon moves to the town of Munthiri in Mahikeng. He father, mother and older sister, and younger brother are a tight unit but the family tries in vain…
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Time Square’s Guy Fieri’s Kitchen & Bar goes family-friendly
The Tshwane restaurant named after larger-than-life American chef Guy Fieri is now open for the whole family, with a new entrance separate from the Time Square Casino gaming floor. Offering big, bold American-Italian inspired cuisine, Guy Fieri’s Kitchen & Bar South Africa has been relaunched with a new, easy access entrance which is adjacent to the Magic Company Arcade – ideal for entertaining busy youngsters and making the dining spot more family-friendly. There is also a new food and drinks menu. The atmospheric and fun restaurant serves up signature dishes by the chef, who is known for TV shows such as Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and Guy’s Grocery Games, as well as…
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Perfect Imperfections: A mixed bag of themes and more
The debut novel by Makanaka Mavengere-Munsaka, released in August 2019 by BlackBird Books is a mixed bag of themes and more. Maxine escapes an abusive polygamous marriage to a man much older than her to make a new life in Harare, Zimbabwe. The story follows the five madams she works for. Through them, we see the struggles of women trying to hold down careers and relationships in a big city where tradition, patriarchy, domestic abuse and unhealthy societal behaviours form a backdrop. While Maxine bears witness to the women’s lives, she also tries to work through her own issues, finding a way to free herself of the cruel man she…
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A safe space to talk about sex
The indomitable Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, affectionately known as Dr T is passionate about making sexual health and well-being services available to all regardless of their sexual and gender identities, or their economic status. Her book, A Guide To Sexual Health & Pleasure, effortlessly positions itself as an essential read for all who want to explore their sexual health and pleasure. This book is one of the most valuable and timeless contributions. An easy, accessible and detailed guide to sexual health and pleasure. It is filled with the specifics of sexual anatomy, health, advice, and facts about pleasure and sexual rights. And when the book was released, I knew it would…
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Proudly South African with vibrance at the new African Lane in Rosebank
‘Going local’ is so much more than trendy and woke – especially at the renowned Rosebank Art & Craft Market where a brand new African Lane campaign has been launched to highlight the best and brightest local arts and crafts in town, at ‘I think I’ll get two at that price’ pricing, with memorable encounters with the talented vendors whose passion for their work and for people adds charm to the whole shopping experience. African Lane brings the Rosebank Art & Craft Market into the Rosebank Mall from Fridays to Sundays, which was launched on Friday 12 March and is running for eight weeks, located on level 2 in the CNA, Lacoste, and Le Creuset walkways. The market will feature 57 of the 114 traders per week on…
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A summer flavour for all seasons with Absolut
Absolut, a Pernod Ricard brand, brings you an exciting new flavour variant: Watermelon. A perfectly balanced combination of crystal clear vodka and fresh, natural watermelon sweetness, Absolut Watermelon has summer written all over it, but it’s always in season. Absolut Watermelon is 100% natural flavour and 0% added sugar. In line with Absolut’s long history of flavouring vodka using only natural ingredients, Absolut Watermelon is a premium vodka with no added artificial sugars or colourants. Absolut Watermelon has a rich and smooth taste profile with the distinct character of watermelon juice, complemented with underlying hints of spiciness. Absolut has been flavouring the vodka category since 1986 and we are delighted to be launching Absolut…
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Survey: South Africans happiest when spending time with loved ones and sipping tea…
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on our lives. It has fundamentally changed the way we live, dress, work and interact with each other. It has also forced us to hit the reset button and question what makes us truly happy. To get a better picture of how the pandemic has shifted the South African psyche, the SA Rooibos Council (SARC) recently conducted a survey among close to 700 people of various ages and backgrounds across the country. According to the poll, the top five pursuits that bring South Africans the most joy in 2021 are: visiting with close friends and family (65%), sipping a soothing cup of tea (56%), being in nature (53%), lending a helping hand to someone in need (39%), a good…
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If You Keep Digging tackles real life issues
“Imagine the only person you’ve known your whole life hating you for something you have no control over,” (from Growing Caterpillars, which explores the intricate relationship between sexuality, race and traditional values) – that’s just one of the profound phrases contained in Keletso Mopai’s collection of short stories titled If You Keep Digging. In it, Keletso tackles real-life issues and tragedies through interlinked tales by exploring themes such as mental illness, racism, abuse, poverty, sexuality and identity, to name a few. In her opening, she struck me as someone inspired by Tsitsi Dangarembga. In ‘Madness’ the character’s feeling of relief towards her brother’s death reminds me of Tambudzai’s apathy towards…
