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Cherry season gets a sweet twist with Emma Nkunzana’s creations

Cherry season gets a sweet twist with Emma Nkunzana’s creations

Savour the season: A cherry-powered summer menu bursting with flavour and sweetness

By Nombuso Kumalo

Built for real life: five ways the Honor X7d 5G meets SA’s biggest mobile needs

Built for real life: five ways the Honor X7d 5G meets SA’s biggest mobile needs

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‘I’ve never been confident enough as a solo artist’ – Zwai Bala

‘I’ve never been confident enough as a solo artist’ – Zwai Bala

Brotherhood takes centre-stage in the new music-meets-conversation TV show Man and the Mic. The 50-year-old TKZee member Zwai Bala is one of the headliners in the Mzansi Wethu show set to premiere on December 14.

By Masego Seemela

Emerging filmmakers set to shine at Soweto Film Festival

Emerging filmmakers set to shine at Soweto Film Festival

The Soweto International Film Festival is set to spotlight Africa’s next generation of cinematic storytellers, with emerging filmmakers Chris Djuma and Isaac Kasende leading the charge.

By Masego Seemela

Score free gifts worth up to R52k in Samsung’s Summer promo

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Samsung Galaxy A56 5G: where every day meets exceptional

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G: where every day meets exceptional

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WATCH | Thabang Molaba makes magical Hollywood debut

WATCH | Thabang Molaba makes magical Hollywood debut

South African actor Thabang Molaba makes his Hollywood debut as Lethabo Khoza in 'Now You See Me: Now You Don’t', the third installment of the American heist thriller series where he joins a star-studded cast

By Masego Seemela

Wanda Baloyi debuts collection at Soweto Fashion Week

Wanda Baloyi debuts collection at Soweto Fashion Week

Tlale’s diffusion line moves the designer in a new direction

By Nombuso Kumalo

LISTEN | Reduce money-related stress by budgeting, building emergency fund

LISTEN | Reduce money-related stress by budgeting, building emergency fund

From family gatherings to spending time outdoors with friends to our broke little friends who think we’re rich, our spending habits increase around the festive season.

By Sibongile Mashaba

Food content creator transforms basic dishes into art

Food content creator transforms basic dishes into art

Kesolofetswe “Keso” Monnakgotla went viral on social media after creating cartoon-inspired meals

By Nombuso Kumalo

Fezile Mkhize gives the lowdown on Top Billing return

Fezile Mkhize gives the lowdown on Top Billing return

Top Billing is set to return to SABC 3 in March 2026 with a special reunion episode airing on November 27, marking a new era for the legacy show known for showcasing excellence and glamour. The new iteration aims to uphold its gold standard.

By Masego Seemela

Inside Outlaws actors Lehlohonolo Mayeza and Noluthando Ngema’s on-screen chemistry 

Inside Outlaws actors Lehlohonolo Mayeza and Noluthando Ngema’s on-screen chemistry 

Lehlohonolo Mayeza reprises his breakout role of Leruo Ts’eole in the second season of Outlaws. Noluthando Ngema replaces Nirvana Nokwe as his love interest, Sihle Biyela.

By Masego Seemela

Pro Your Portrait with the all-new Huawei nova 14 Pro

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Poverty is not the only cause of malnutrition

Poverty is not the only cause of malnutrition

Malnutrition increases “the risk of lifelong conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and obesity”.

By Sibongile Mashaba

Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse on Gallo’s enduring 100th year legacy

Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse on Gallo’s enduring 100th year legacy

Sipho 'Hotstix' Mabuse reflects on Gallo Music's 100-year legacy, highlighting its role in defining South African music despite operating during apartheid. He acknowledges Gallo's commitment to maintaining its cultural heritage for artists to thrive.

By Masego Seemela

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