In this issue

In this issue of True Love: DJ Zinhle & Mörda - Modern parenting, love in the spotlight & building a legacy; 2024 - New season suiting trend; Missing women and children - SA's ignored pandemic; The big scent issue; Our good-sleep guide and Dear Tabello - Legal advice from your sister in law.

A Legacy In The Making

Not only does she radiate beauty, confidence and grace, but Nomzamo Mbatha couples that with intelligence, sensitivity and resilience, too. This multifaceted actress is a self-made modern woman who always stays true to her roots…

10+ mins

Score Free Stuff Now!

A guide to accumulating the most rewards, hassle-free...

4 mins

New Domestic Rules

Housekeeping and childminding in a pandemic require a joint effort as we adapt to our new normal. Here are some guidelines on how to keep your household and domestic workers safe

5 mins

When Art Becomes Your Life...

Fhatuwani Mukheli loves nothing more than transporting you to his creative world. The co-founder and director of I See ADifferent You tells us why he uses art to narrate his own story

5 mins

Mind The Medical Aid GAP

When it comes to private healthcare and medical insurance, gap cover is a small step with huge treatment strides

5 mins

A Healthy Workplace

Sometimes, getting ahead in your career isn’t just about technical skills and knowledge. It’s about having a good working relationship with your boss, too...

5 mins

FRONTLINE HEROINES

We celebrate some of the women who have worked tirelessly during the COVID-19 pandemic to make sure that we all have access to essential goods and services

4 mins

ALL FOR LOVE

LunathiMampofu, 33, is an actress on the rise. Following her role as the competitive and vicious Emma on The River, the talented star shares on her acting journey

5 mins

Can A High-Fibre Diet Increase Your Life Expectancy?

Can a high-fibre diet increase your life expectancy? Let’s dig in…

3 mins

Money Anxiety Is Real

One of the harsh realities for many South Africans is that money anxiety does not just rear its ugly head in January — it lasts throughout the year. Here’s how to manage it...

3 mins

Recharge Your Parental Batteries

Are you experiencing high levels of exhaustion, feelings of inadequacy, and emotional detachment from your children? According to studies by psychology researchers, parental burnout is a serious condition that requires attention. The good news is that it is curable!

4 mins

Hair Loss At Any Age

Who will ever forget the scene in 2010 when a strong wind lifted strands of Naomi Campbell’s weave and revealed a receding hairline? Hair loss is more common than we let on...

4 mins

“I HATED MEN WITH ALL MY HEART”

Vuyelwa Sithole, 35, shares how her childhood scars opened up again after 21 years of healing

5 mins

THE QUIET TALENT

The River actor Siya Sepotokele has the astounding ability to switch between characters with the ease of taking offa T-shirt. The 24-year-old shares how his singing voice changed the course of his life

4 mins

TERMINATE THE SHAME

WHY WE NEED TO NORMALISE SAFE ABORTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA

6 mins

MAKE-UP OR MASK?

Intern journalist Lineo Leteba tucked away her make-up bags for a month. This is what she learnt about facing the world as her natural self…

3 mins

GROWING WHERE YOU'RE PLANTED

We chat to young people who have changed the face of spirituality through their music and social media ministry

4 mins

FETCHING MY LIFE… and then some

Kick-ass broadcaster, author and allround fierce human being Unathi Nkayi on how she’s rediscovering parts of herself that she’d left behind in her 20s!

10 mins

The Business Of Saving Lives

When Izinso Dialysis Services co-founder Nompumelelo Magwa quit her 9-to-five, she didn’t know that the move would literally place her at the doorstep of her life purpose!

5 mins

Making Moonlighting Work

Starting a side hustle could help you bring more money in or make inroads towards a career change. But if you’re not aware of the legal ramifications, it could see you losing your main job

4 mins

THE STATE OF LOCAL TAXI AFFAIRS

Minibus taxis in South Africa are as prevalent as braais and beadwork. They’re so much a part of the landscape that the legendary Brenda Fassie immortalised them in a smash hit, Zola Budd. Yet, their present reality is a little less rosy

5 mins

SKIN-SATIONAL

We unlock the secrets to a body that is radiant from head to toe!

2 mins

THRIFTY MEALS

Banish the mid-month blues with these inexpensive combos

3 mins

PASSING ON THE BATON

Child actor-turned acting coach and SAFTA-winning founder of Actor Spaces Ayanda Sithebe, 32, on how his industry journey is only beginning now!

4 mins

FIRST ON ER AGENDA — WOMEN

Nomndeni Mdakhi, 35, founder of Agenda Women and Edits Communications, is passionate about creating a space where women can excel

4 mins

SANITY IS EVERYTHING

Four women share how getting out of the corporate rat race — restored their well-being — and set them on a path to freedom!

7 mins

CHASING INNER PEACE

Renowned actress, Masasa Mbangeni, 33, gives us a front-row ticket to her personal life, innermost thoughts, pearls of wisdom, as well as the tough decisions she’s made to be where she is today!

10+ mins

A MUSICAL FAIRY

KZN-born singer and songwriter, Simphiwe ‘Simmy’ Ndlangela, 25, first caught the public’s eye when she featured on Sun-El Musician’s hit single, Ntaba Ezikude. She’s now a household name amongst Afro house music lovers

3 mins

The Metamorphosis OF MRS JONES

Sportainment host, beauty mogul in the making, entrepreneur and all-round media darling Minenhle Dlamini Jones is at the height of her game—and writing her own script while at it!

10 mins

PAYING IT FORWARD

Namibian businesswoman Catherine Shipushu, 43, is on a mission to help women reach their full potential

2 mins

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