Staff Writer

Nokuthula Khwela is a South African broadcaster and entreprenuer.

The 5th Annual South African Social Media Awards Nominees Announced

The South African Social Media Awards (SASMA) unveiled the official list of 2025 nominees on Friday, 15 August at an exclusive nominees’ luncheon hosted at Tempo, Sandton. The highly anticipated event brought together the country’s most influential digital voices from creators and influencers to brands, agencies, and media powerhouses — all under one roof to […]

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Sisterhood and Sunsets: A Soulful Stay at The Reserve, Sun Vacation Club

2025 is shaping up to be a year of many firsts for me, from solo adventures in Cape Town to a heartfelt family vacation in the vibrant heart of South Africa: Sun City. The journey began with my sisters’ drive from Durban. When I met them at Haarties, their tired eyes told stories of long

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PAAQ: Where Real Expertise Meets Real Connection

In a digital age overflowing with content but starving for authentic human connection, PAAQ isn’t just entering the conversation, it’s rewriting it. Headquartered in Dublin, this groundbreaking platform is shaking up how knowledge is accessed and shared. Think of it as the Airbnb for human insight, a bold, human-first ecosystem where the world’s expertise is

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Upper Union Turns Three: A Winter Menu That’s a Journey of Flavours and Friendship

This season, Upper Union in Cape Town is celebrating three years as a beloved neighbourhood hotspot and just in time for winter, Chef Amori Burger’s latest menu is warming hearts and palates alike. With bold flavours inspired by far-flung places and ancient culinary traditions, this menu invites both regulars and newcomers on a truly delicious

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Bolt Just Made It Easier for South African Families to Ride Together — Here’s What You Need to Know

After our recent Cape Town trip in partnership with Bolt, we’ve been keeping a close eye on the ride-hailing platform to see what they’d roll out next. It turns out, they’ve been working on something that goes beyond convenience and considers how South Africans actually move through life. Bolt South Africa has just introduced Family

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Hidden Gems, Elite Dreams and Oceanfront Speed: A Taste of Life in the Fast Lane

This past weekend in Johannesburg, we found ourselves exactly where we belong. Among kindred spirits, timeless design, and the hum of anticipation for one of the world’s most elite sports. The occasion was the Formula 1® Belgian Grand Prix Watch Party, hosted by MSC at the beautiful Tau Hotel in Melrose, in partnership with Shai

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A Hidden World of Culinary and Creative Luxury: Room 32 at Park Hyatt Johannesburg

Tucked away in the heart of Rosebank is a space so beautifully designed, so soulfully executed, that you forget you’re in Johannesburg at all. Once known as The Winston, this historic landmark has been reimagined as the Park Hyatt Johannesburg and with it comes a new standard in quiet luxury: Room 32. This is not

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A Celebration of Stardom and Soul: Inside Celebrity Drive 2025 at Sun City

Under the golden lights of Sun City’s iconic Palace Hotel, South Africa’s entertainment royalty gathered for a weekend that felt like a cinematic dream. Celebrity Drive 2025 was more than an event. It was a moment. A celebration of culture, influence and the collective brilliance of South Africa’s creative class. The guest list read like

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Red-Hot Rhythms: My Journey with MOM, Pantone Sundays & The Chairman

There are experiences that pass through you, and then there are those that stay. My journey with MOM and Pantone Sundays did more than redefine my weekends, it recalibrated what I thought Durban could offer. The moment I stepped into The Chairman, my favorite MOM event venue, I knew I wasn’t just attending a gathering;

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