Lifestyle
Balanced Life
the black MERMAID
Zandile Ndhlovu's life is intertwined with the ocean, so much so that her blue braids are her way of carrying its beauty with her. Her mission is to make sure every child feels the power and wonder of the big blue.
4 min |
February 2023
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Brand identity
Zola Nombona knows who she is, a character trait that has served her well on her journey as an actor and now as Foschini’s first brand ambassador. She spoke to Ingrid Corbett about the way her career has shifted and what got her to where she is now.
5 min |
February 2023
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SMART MONEY MOVES
Bank where you shop to get the best benefits at no extra cost.
1 min |
February 2023
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Nonikiwe Mashologu
The sayings goes: you give a man a fish and you feed him for a day.
2 min |
January 2023
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Go big or go (close to) home
Don't have the time or budget for a trip abroad - or even across the country? There are so many cool places to stay on your doorstep. Robyn MacLarty found a few gems that are closer than you think...
3 min |
January 2023
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DON'T BE A BULLY
Bullying in our schools and on social media is increasingly in the spotlight... what's going on? Emily Pettit-Coetzee finds out how to know whether it's happening to your child and how you can protect and empower them.
3 min |
January 2023
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HOW TO MAKE ‘ΜΕ’ TIME
When you're committed to work, family and countless other demands, there's often little to no time left for 'you'. Robyn MacLarty has a few tips to help you to take back control.
3 min |
January 2023
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GROUP THERAPY
New year. Tick. Sticking to your resolutions? Not so much. Especially the one about getting back into a regular exercise routine. Well, a problem halved is a problem solved, right? Consider joining one of these fun fitness groups to help you get going.
2 min |
January 2023
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Get Money Savvy
Make 2023 your best year yet with corporate and life coach Jacqui O'Bree's practical guide to getting your finances in order (for good!).
4 min |
January 2023
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THE GUTS & THE GLORY
Award-winning South African A novelist Lauren Beukes has racked up international awards and best-seller spots with thought-provoking, beautifully written books. Christi Nortier spoke to her about the demanding work that goes into writing her novels, creating a life of meaning and holding her own as woman in the spotlight.
5 min |
January 2023
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Leading Lady
From the stage to the screen, South African performer Lynelle Kenned has wowed audiences and judges across the world. Christi Nortier caught up with the trailblazer about everything from what awards really mean to an artist to why we should all go camping in Namibia.
4 min |
January 2023
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The it GIRL
Multitalented entrepreneur, Mooomy Ledwaba has blown Up on YouTube with her popular podcast series, Wisdom and Wellness. With refreshing honesty, Mpoomy tackles important topics around the challenges women face in their careers and relationships. Ingrid Corbett pinned her down to find out what makes her vulnerable, how she manages to wear so many hats, and that time she trended on Twitter.
9 min |
January 2023
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3 Days to a stronger relationship
Do you feel as if you're stuck in a relationship rut? However long you've been together, intimacy is key to relationship health.
5 min |
August 2022
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SHOULD I TRY IV THERAPY?
IV vitamin therapy was one of 2018's top health trends, is it worth the hype? We revisit our investigation to reflect
4 min |
August 2022
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BREAST LUMPS
What do they mean if they aren't cancerous? Each year, millions of women find lumps in their breasts that have to be checked out for cancer. Thankfully, most turn out to be benign. Even so, such lumps can be concerning
3 min |
August 2022
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STAY ΟΝ TRACK
Nobody is more invested in your finances than you are. Get back on track with these guidelines
4 min |
August 2022
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WEH IS HERE TO STAY
Working from home is blissful for many of us. As time goes on, some of that is changing and weighing down on many people
4 min |
August 2022
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WOMEN AT WORK
In a world where most industries are still dominated by men, the position of the woman worker has never been trickier. We're here to give you the scoop on where things are, and where change is still needed
3 min |
August 2022
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CHAMPIONING OTHER WOMEN
Women supporting women to me means that we should empathise with each other's experiences and build on one another's successes. That even though we come from different backgrounds and have very different stories, we face similar challenges with our bodies, lives and even in the workplace, just by moving in this world and being a woman
5 min |
August 2022
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WE SAY SHESAYS!
There's few things in life that tug at our heartstrings such as seeing women supporting and building each other up. SheSays does exactly that, which is why we had to have a chat with the amazing team
2 min |
August 2022
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Girl Power
LeAnne Dlamini talks life, love and making an impact with and for women and girls. A powerhouse of gentle focus and heart, she shares her journey to thriving in her 30s
5 min |
August 2022
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Let's Fix - That crown, queen!
Let's make every month Women's Month and do our best to support and lift up the amazing women around us
3 min |
August 2022
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5 MINUTES WITH Michaela Mallet
Michaela Mallet help women transform their bodies and create balance in their lives in the most holistic way possible.
2 min |
July 2022
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10 ways to better your relationship
Relationships require constant effort to work. No matter how long you've known each other, there are still ways to better your bond, friendship and intimacy...
4 min |
July 2022
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Avoid the workout rut
Whether you're bored, have lost motivation or (gasp!) stopped seeing them gains, there are ways to inject new life into your exercise routine
3 min |
July 2022
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YOUR MID-YEAR MONEY RESET
You've made it to the middle of the year, but have your savings goals gone the distance? Take the time to reassess your finances to put you back on track for the next six months. Here's how to do it in five simple steps
3 min |
July 2022
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NOT SO FAST
Thinking about joining The Great Resignation? Here's what to ask yourself to make sure your next step is the right one
3 min |
July 2022
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Why it's good to fail
We all make bad decisions, but whether they snag your life or not is up to you, says leading life coach Lynda Field
4 min |