Melanie Bala has carved out an impressive 30-year career in media. Renowned artist Athi-Patra Ruga, 36, illuminates on using his art
to restore dignity. Unsure how to make your cash work for you? These women could have the answers you’re seeking.

Not only does she radiate beauty, confidence and grace, but Nomzamo Mbatha couples that with intelligence,
sensitivity and resilience. 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.Step into the season with bright and bold colours, and make it one to remember.

In this issue of Truelove: Class of 2020 - Black women are coming for everything; All hail Thando Thabethe - 10 life lessons we learnt from a queen; Is CBD the new LBD? - Insight into the cannabis oil craze; Workwear game changers, power suits, prints and metallics; Take Charge - Boss up, Fund your start-up, Start your own "girls club"

Zizo Tshwete has evolved into the proud and outspoken woman that most people only dream of becoming. Actor, musician and entrepreneur Nkosinathi “Nay Maps” Maphalala is best-known for his role on SABC1’s leading soapie Uzalo. Follow these tips, and claim the healthy hair you
deserve...

In this issue of Truelove: Practising what he's preaching - Dr Tumi on going back to the frontline; "It's a blessing to be here" - Sbahle Mpisane on her second chance; Her story behind the scenes with 4 female storytellers; Winter style and beauty borrowed from the boys; Are you Santam's Women of the Future? - Entries inside and #anxietyisreal - How to find calm in the storm.

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the world to its knees, and proven
just how much our lives intersect at both physical and emotional levels.
Life as we knew it, will never be the same — that’s for sure. To highlight how
important it is for each of us to contribute to flattening the curve, we asked 19
of our previous cover stars to share how this novel virus has
opened their eyes to what, ultimately, matters.

In this issue of TrueLove: Our throwback issue - Denim updates, Slogan tees, The reinvented ponytail; Easter delights your mom used to make; Exhausted by your kids? - Parental burnout is real!; Unathi Nkayi - "I have an appetite for life that I missed for a long time."; How to thrive as a 'Jill of all trades" and Oooh, Yes! - How to get the sex you deserve.

Renowned actress, Masasa Mbangeni, 33, gives us a front-row ticket to her personal life. Ayanda Sithebe, on how his industry journey is only beginning now! Four women share how getting out of the corporate rat race — restored their well-being.

Sportainment host, beauty mogul in the making, entrepreneur and all-round media darling Minenhle Dlamini Jones is at the height of her game. Gugulethu “Berita” Khumalo shares her past year wins and her five-year plan. Portia Mngomezulu shares the lessons that helped get her successful business off the ground. 

In this issue of True Love: Amanda du Pont on the 20 lessons she's taking into the new decade!; Madimo Mokgosi - "I'm celebrating six years with my new liver."; Break the payday to payday cycle; Press reset! - Style & beauty updates, New wellness trends, Your 2020 astrology forecast; Rise & shine - Join the #5AMCLUB & achieve more; Police brutality - Is South Africa's history repeating itself?

In this issue of Truelove: Her Majesty Busiswa - "Lyrically, they must just leave me alone!"; Music issue - Noisemakers of 2019: Dr Rebecca Malope, Kwesta, DJ Maphorisa, Kabza de Small, Samthing Soweto, Nokwazi + many more; Ukukotiza 101 - A festive survival guide; Xmas spread so good, you'll want to eat it twice and Mixed-status couple: "You're not HIV, you are you!"

This month, instead of dwelling on the negatives, we choose to revel in Pearl Thusi’s travel anecdotes. Metro FM’s Pearl Shongwe wormed her way into our hearts with her crackly laughter and witty opinions. From Soweto to Sandton, braid sessions in salons are every woman’s ritual. Transform your look with these versatile hairdos!

In this issue of Truelove: The Good Hair issue; Happy pride month - Black, queer and madly in love; Is your child depressed? - Check the signs on page 82; All hail the queen of radio! - Anele Mdoda on owning broadcasting and navigating a modern family; The rise of glam Dlozis - SA's new age sangomas.

In this issue of Truelove: Hello Spring - our fashion and beauty issue; "Help! My child has a learning disability." - Are schools too quick to diagnose?; Do you have sexually transmitted debt?; Weeding out the facts on marijuana; 4 Black sisters creating beautiful things and Exclusive! - Solo and Dineo Langa - The dopest African love story!

Radio and TV host, Penny Lebyane, has enjoyed a varied career in entertainment. As actress, dancer and singer, Sibulele Gcilitshana, 40, looks forward to celebrating 20 years in the industry next year. Top Billing presenter, Dr Fezile Mkhize, 28, on why he lives to make his mom proud.

Jo-Anne Reyneke, 31, describes herself as a book that most haven’t bothered to take off the shelf to read. Safta-winning TV host, actress, and radio presenter Thembisa Mdoda, 36, on the lessons learnt from presenting. 

No one does reinvention and bouncing back better than Metro FM on-air personality and entrepreneur,
Dineo Ranaka. Dreaming big has no sell-by date —Widowed host and first-time TV presenter, Phindile Grootboom, is living proof of this! Bongani Bingwa, host of 702’s breakfast show and SABC 3’s
Democracy Gauge, on how he loves a challenge.

in this issue of True Love: Zoe Mthiyane - "I wish I was as bold as my character on Generations..."; Sexercise - Fitness between the sheets; Special Report - Babies born behind bars; Feeling Hot? - It could be early menopause; Winter style & beauty issue and Your linkedin masterclass awaits on page 72.

It’s no exaggeration to say that NTOKOZO MBAMBO, 33, has changed the gospel music landscape. Club DJ and SABC 1’s Live Amp presenter Lamiez ‘The Tattooed Lady’ Holworthy, 26, on how being comfortable in her skin has been her best blessing yet! We bring you the creative faces behind some of
your favourite radio shows.

Actress SINDI DLATHU sat down with her colleague BONGA PERCY VILAKAZI, also the creative producer of 1Magic’s The River, for a candid conversation on life, privacy and spirituality. RORISANG SETLOGELO, MD of Roth Media, is fired up by her vision to make African communications relevant to global brands. We shine a spotlight on young women who’ve taken it upon themselves to be the change they want to see in the world.

Candid and refreshingly real, Slick Woods is revolutionising the modelling industry. Keeping up with the Mokweles. Tbose and Mapaseka share some of the tried-and-tested tips which have kept their marriage afloat for 17 years. Outspoken actress,
Talitha Ndima, 35, talks us through the ups and downs of her 10-year acting
career,

Hailed as one of South Africa’s greatest acting talents, The Queen’s ZANDILE MSUTWANA opens up about embracing life and media attention. VUSIWE NGCOBO is a self-confessed
overachiever. Actress and model Zikhona Bali, 31,opens up about moving back home.

In this issue of Truelove: The A to Z of Khanya Mkangisa; We like to party! - Festive looks to try now; From aids orphan to activist - "By helping others stay HIV negative, I was also healing myself."; KE Dezemba! - '7 Colours' with a twist; Eat, drink and stay healthy and Meet the new black comediennes making Mzansi LOL.

In this issue of True Love: Living with lupus - "7 years ago, I planned my funeral. Now I look back and laugh!"; Looking for love or your dad?; Lorna Maseko - A girl misunderstood; Black women are globetrotting alone - You can do it too!; #Travel goals - pack like a pro and Cross borders easily with your kids.

Bonnie Mbuli on 25 years in the industry. The booming business of black funerals. The face of breast cancer- Four women share all.

Metro FM on-air personality LUTHANDO ‘LOOTLOVE’ SHOSHA revealshow she came to master the art of staying in her lane. Girls Trip star TIFFANY HADDISH went from living in her car to gracing the 2018 cover of Time’s 100 Most Influential People. We pack stadiums for all-night prayers and proudly wear church uniforms, yet we seem uncomfortable talking openly about consulting sangomas. We ask why?

Rami Chuene on women supporting each other. Woman on top – Basani Maluleka. Finance – Change how you view money. Sex – How to orgasm every time.

Jessica Nkosi on being an elated mom-to-be. Jennifer Lopez is like fine wine – she just gets better with age. Dr. Portia Gumede has become one of the leading medical aesthetics professionals in South Africa.

In this issue of True Love: Bonang - The other side of the crown - "I can slay all my life if I want to! Who Cares?"; "I lost my eyesight, speech and I couldn't walk, but I'm back on my feet!"; The Lowdown on protective hairstyles; New Age Stokvels - Land, travel, shares...; Boy-Meets-Girl fashion - Items you can wear from his closet; Modern Black dads - "Being present has to be the norm." and To Post or not to post? - Dating in the social media era.

In this issue of Truelove: Winter fashion & beauty bible; Why sex after 40 gets better!; Zonke - The new album, setting her own rules & motherhood; Hamba Kahle Mam'Winnie Mandela; Warning! - Are you sharing too much about your children online?; New! - Pastor Pushie writes for us and We salute black teachers - "It's more than a job, it's a calling."

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