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From SA to Hollywood: what celebrities are reading right now

August 27, 2025

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MANY of us look to celebrities and well-known figures for guidance on fashion, travel and lifestyle choices.

- LUTHO PASIYA

Increasingly, we are also looking to them for inspiration in reading.

When a public figure shares the book they are enjoying, it can spark curiosity, influence reading habits and even introduce us to stories we may never have discovered on our own.

Here is a look at some of the books that South African and international favourites are reading right now.

The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese

Podcaster and television host Nozibele Mayaba recently shared her thoughts on Facebook, writing, “I've been enjoying this read!”

The book she is referring to,

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time to read

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time to read

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time to read

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Southern Guards brace for intense rivalry

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time to read

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