We’ve been told the story for decades. The numbers say something different. There’s a narrative that runs deep in how we talk about parenting. Mothers are instinctive. Fathers are supplementary. And when families break apart, the assumption is that children are better off with mum. It’s a comfortable story. It’s also one the data keeps...
I put the term ‘single father’ inside quotation marks because the concept of single parenting is not as clean-cut as we often think.
Certain situations are easier to judge when you are on the outside looking in. I’ve always been judgmental to men who leave their kids behind and never create a bond with them. I’ve always perceived life from a place of privilege because I had both parents until the end and obviously had no understanding of...
February is the perfect time to press pause and lean into romance. Whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day with a grand gesture or simply carving out space for quality time, a short getaway has a way of turning ordinary moments into lasting memories. Think unhurried breakfasts, scenic drives, candlelit dinners, and the quiet joy of...
In South Africa today, a quiet crisis is unfolding—one that rarely trends, rarely mobilises donors, and rarely earns political urgency. It is the slow erosion of the boy child. This is not a reactionary argument, nor a dismissal of the very real gains made in advancing girls and women since 1994. Those interventions were necessary,...
Event coverage: Samsung Galaxy A56, A36 & A26 5G launch | Johannesburg, South AfricaDespite their mid-range pricing, Samsung’s most recent A-series devices are packed with premium features that are specifically targeted at South African consumers’ top concerns: performance, security, camera quality, and useful AI that improves daily life. The Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 5G...
A journey through the ages, showing how grooming for men has evolved over time Men’s grooming has come a long way, from the rough and rugged practices of ancient times to today’s much more refined self-care routines. “While the tools and techniques have evolved, the underlying goal has remained the same: to look and feel...
New Galaxy A series smartphones bring first-ever Awesome Intelligence, advanced camera features and enhanced durability JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 10 March 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has unveiled the Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A26 5G, the latest Galaxy A series smartphones. For the first time, the Galaxy A series is integrating...
What happens when a man who was once celebrated for his strength, skill, and purpose is suddenly told he is no longer needed? This is the reality that The Incredibles’ Bob Parr—better known as Mr. Incredible—faces when superheroes are forced into retirement. Once at the peak of his career, Bob is reduced to an ordinary life,...
(Johannesburg, 19 February 2025) – The Margarita. A drink so iconic it has its own holiday. February 22 may be Margarita Day, but Espolòn knows better—this drink deserves an entire month. So let’s make it official: February is Margarita Month. A whole 28 days to shake, sip, and toast to one of the most legendary...