The morning of the 17th of August saw women from all walks of life coming together under one roof to celebrate each other. Although what brought them together was a delicious breakfast prepared and served by the amazing women from the children’s home, the main aim of the event was...
Apart from its beautiful port, the city of Durban is known for its very own music genre iGqom’ – a sound that represents Kasi Life, not just in Townships around Durban, but all over South Africa. Due to its diversity and versatility, this music genre has been acknowledged even internationally....
What others see as just being in the limelight to acquire fame and fortune, Qiniso Shange, also known as Que DBN, saw a way to secure a future for himself and his daughter, as well as sustaining himself as a student. They call it hustling, trying to live through these...
A rapturous music celebration befitting a music treasure will set the tone for the 80th birthday of Caiphus Semenya, South Africa’s living legend. On August 24, The Market Theatre will stage the Caiphus Semenya at 80 Music Extravaganza: Celebrating a Milestone and the Birth of a Legacy. Musicians Tsepo Tshola,...
Street food (commonly referred to as ‘Kasi food’) is a South African lifestyle and identity. It is how multiple cultures and the diversity of the country is showcased. It is additionally fascinating when it is prepared in a unique style, with a twist. Following years of studying and working in...
There is one question I have particularly been asking myself for several years now: “why don’t we produce half as many global athletes in South Africa as other countries do?” There is no doubt that in South Africa, sports – among other industries – has been at the core of...
Starting a business may not come easy for others, especially because funds are sometimes hard to acquire. In order to have a successful business one needs to boost their brand, but it may become difficult for others to do so without the necessary aid. This is why the enthusiastic Lindokuhle...
A young businesswoman is fusing fiery Durban cuisine, with the unique taste of Kasi’s favourite Kota, bringing two continental giants together, and making a huge success from it. Through hard work and determination, Neliswa Mntungwa is able to turn her passions into income and wants to share her success with...
What is societal pressure? Perhaps it’s a term that we don’t use every day but are very familiar with. It could mean different things to anyone but ultimately it means the pressure to fit-in using materialistic metrics. Some of you may be wondering where I am going with this. First...
The nationwide debate on affordability of sanitary pads has been ongoing for the longest time and even given birth to the hashtag #IfCondomsAreFreePadsShouldBeToo. Many have also made striking remarks such as “Sex is a choice, menstruation isn’t!”. These were said to shine the light on the fact that many girls,...