For many South Africans, booze has long been part of the social script. From weekend braais and sundowners to lively tavern scenes in townships and cities alike, alcohol plays a central cultural role. But in recent years, a quiet revolution has been brewing — and it has nothing to do with the next round. Across...
Scroll through social media on any given day and you’ll find a country that looks like it’s doing just fine. People are travelling, launching businesses, attending events, dressing well, eating out, glowing. Online, South Africa appears aspirational, confident and upwardly mobile. Offline, the reality is far less polished. Debt is rising, salaries are stretched, job...
14 April 2025 (Cape Town, South Africa) – Prepare for a first of its kind live concert event as Grammy Award-winning entertainment icon Lebo M takes to the stage in Cape Town on Friday, 18 April 2025 at the prestigious Grand Arena at GrandWest – 30 years after the iconic chant Nants’ ingonyama put African music...
South Africa, 20 February 2025: South Africa, prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime live concert event as Grammy Award-winning entertainment icon Lebo M takes the stage in Cape Town for a special one-night-only extravaganza. “Lebo M Live” will feature special guest Hans Zimmer! Renowned composer, singer, songwriter, and music producer, Lebo M, has announced his first-ever live...
Suicide remains one of the most pressing yet often overlooked public health challenges in South Africa. With the country grappling with economic hardships, social pressures, and mental health stigma, suicide rates have reached alarming levels. According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), approximately 23 people die by suicide every day, with an...
NH Sandton is thrilled to welcome Donaldson Madubela as its new Executive Chef. Joining the team from Level Four Restaurant at 54 On Bath, Madubela brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leading award-winning kitchens. His expertise promises to elevate the hotel’s dining offerings, blending innovation with refined cuisine. With Donaldson’s...
Pretoria, South Africa – 05 November 2024: Range Rover has revealed its latest, exquisitely curated offer from SV Bespoke – the Range Rover SV Onyx Edition – at the inaugural Range Rover House South Africa. The Range Rover SV Onyx Edition draws inspiration from Black Onyx, a silicate mineral with a rich history across cultures, associated...
(Johannesburg, 17 October 2024) – 19 October is International Gin & Tonic Day, and BULLDOG Gin is here to serve the boldest, most unapologetic cocktails to match your personality. Forget playing it safe, it’s time to raise a glass to those who break the mould. With its bold blend of twelve botanicals and unmistakable smoothness, BULLDOG Gin...
South Africa’s digital landscape is evolving rapidly, with the country occupying the top spot for time spent online in the fourth quarter of 2023. Internet users in South Africa spent more than nine hours and 32 minutes online per day, ranking first among the regions worldwide. This appetite for data consumption is driven by rapid smartphone adoption. As...
Disney‘s streaming service Disney+ will be launching in South Africa mid-year (between June and August) in 2022. The announcement was made by Walt Disney CEO Bob Chapek during the company’s Q3 earnings results call on 12 August 2021. “The launch of Disney+ in Eastern Europe has moved from late 2021 to summer of 2022, primarily...