On ‘dignified’ funerals: affordability vs societal expectation
A funeral is supposed to be about saying goodbye, but in South Africa, the final farewell can quickly become a financial, social and cultural burden, with grieving... Read more.
Kruger’s R950m flood rebuild could change the way you safari
The next time you drive into Kruger National Park, the first thing you notice may not be an elephant. It may be the road beneath your tyres. A bridge rebuilt stronger.... Read more.
AI agents could change face of service delivery
Artificial intelligence (AI) is moving beyond chatbots and digital forms, with some governments exploring how technology can be used to coordinate tasks, process... Read more.
Abigail Kubheka: ‘Strength is the greatest weapon you can have’
Abigail Kubeka’s singing talent began shining during assemblies at the former Methodist-run Kilnerton boarding school in Pretoria, where some of South Africa’s... Read more.
Standard Bank Joy of Jazz to teach young musicians the business behind music
For generations, aspiring musicians have been told that talent is the ticket into the music industry. But in an industry that has become increasingly complex, having... Read more.
South Africans reveal their bizarre Springbok match-day rituals
As the Springboks and All Blacks go head-to-head in rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, South Africans appear to have a few rivalries and rituals of their own to settle... Read more.
International travellers give South African tourism a glowing review
South Africa appears to be winning over international travellers, with new visitor sentiment data showing strong satisfaction with the country’s attractions, food,... Read more.
Your family’s oral-care routine shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all
September is Oral Health Month, making it a good time to look beyond the obvious when it comes to taking care of our mouths. Most of us associate oral health with... Read more.
Why quitting smoking isn’t as simple as ‘just stop’
For years, smokers have been given one seemingly simple instruction – just quit. But for many people trying to break free from cigarettes, the reality is far... Read more.
National Arts Council can only fund about 4% of applications as artists scramble for cash
South Africa’s creative sector is facing a major funding crisis, with the National Arts Council (NAC) revealing that it is able to fund only about 4% of the applications... Read more.
