The Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award 2023 opens for entries in South Africa

The first and longest-running international award of its kind, the inaugural Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award was held in 1972. This year marks its 51st year of celebrating trailblazing women in business. For the second year, inspiring South African women…

The alternative to SA’s sky-high sin taxes smokers might not know about

From 1 April 2023 sin taxes are going up! South African smokers will be paying 98c more for a pack of 20 cigarettes, 73c extra for heated tobacco products (HTPs), and an additional R5.47 on cigars. Not to mention the…

A common desire for bold global action

There is a global crisis and a new survey shows broad international consensus across key issues facing the world today, including Russia’s war in Ukraine; action on climate change; and the burgeoning cost-of-living crisis. Climate change, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,…

Extinct Ink? What if your next tattoo could create a forever-lasting impact?

For World Animal Day, Sea Shepherd, the marine conservation nonprofit organization, and Extinct Ink joined forces in the fight to defend, conserve, and protect our oceans by using human skin as a media space to remind us of extinct sea…

LGBQT+ and travelling for work

LGBQT+ and travelling for work? Here’s what you need to know. Half of LGBQT+ travellers have experienced discrimination while travelling, according to a recent study by Business Travel Show Europe (BTSA). Being at the receiving end of discrimination has a…

Vocal Mentality to change the mental health narrative

Medical Doctor Samke J. Ngcobo launched Vocal Mentality in her mission to change the mental health narrative. In 2021, she enlightened South Africa with her passion for changing the negative narrative and stigma surrounding mental health. In 2022 noted medical…

Looking after your body

Looking after your body is key to both physical and financial wellbeing. Chronic diseases like cancer, hypertension, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and more, are becoming increasingly prevalent. Experts agree that much of the reason for this can be…

8 Benefits of activated charcoal for health and beauty

It seems like black is the new black when it comes to health and beauty trends! From purifying charcoal masks to teeth-whitening toothpaste, activated charcoal has become a trending health and beauty ingredient. But what makes it so special and…

Feel Good Series – offering a Platform for Emerging Artists

Feel Good Series is back with an exciting line-up of fresh musical talent!  What started out as a series of rooftop parties with a live performance feature in 2016 has evolved and become a platform and brand with 3 musically-inclined experiences. Each month…

Together we can feed pets in need

Mars Petcare launches Buy One, Feed One campaign to help ease feeding challenges for abandoned pets Across South Africa we have seen an influx of surrendered pets A number of animal rescue organisations across South Africa have seen an influx…