Both locals and international tourists are aware of South African Blue Flag beaches. It’s an annual initiative by the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA), to reward the top coastal destinations in the country. South Africa currently boasts 62 flags at 44 beaches, with the Western Cape home to the most sites. The […] More
Of all the mountains in Cape Town, Table Mountain is the most famous. Similarly, Devil’s Peak, its next-door neighbour, is renowned among locals and travellers to the Mother City for its distinctive, spear-like shape. Standing at a height of 1 000 metres, Devil’s Peak stands guard over the Mother City. Rocky crags of sandstone, granite […] More
If you ever hear the name “Lichtenstein Castle”, the first image that probably pops into your mind is a fairytale-esque, palatial structure located in the far reaches of Europe. You wouldn’t be far wrong. In this particular case, though, this castle is closer to home than you realise. Specifically, it is situated in the seaside […] More
The Louvre reopened on Wednesday, three days after thieves stole royal jewels worth €88 million during a shocking heist on the world renowned museum. Louvre Director Laurence des Cars is set to face a questioning by a cultural committee at the French Senate later on Wednesday amid questions over the security provisions at the world’s […] More
As the countdown to the highly anticipated Miss South Africa 2025 pageant finale begins, the panel of judges has finally been revealed. The grand finale will take place on Saturday, 25 October, at the SunBet Arena, Pretoria. CINDY MAHLANGU, NDAVI NOKERI, AND MORE ANNOUNCED AS JUDGES FOR MISS SA 2025 The highly anticipated Miss South […] More
The 36th edition of Johannesburg Pride is set to take place this weekend, and it promises to be bigger, better and more vibrant than ever. Last year, thousands of members of the local LGBTQIA+ community and allies gathered in the City of Gold to celebrate queerdom, speak out against discrimination and promote equality and inclusion. […] More
The hunt was on Monday for the band of thieves who stole eight priceless royal pieces of jewellery from the Louvre Museum in the heart of Paris in broad daylight. Officials said a team of 60 investigators was working on the theory that the raid was planned and executed by an organised crime group. Lack […] More
It’s been an emotional week since the passing of D’Angelo, the man often called the father of neo-soul. Tributes from music legends have flooded social media, and I can’t help but drift back to the mid-’90s, those early high school days when Brown Sugar first hit the airwaves. If you were an ’80s kid like […] More
Spanish police are investigating the disappearance of a Pablo Picasso painting, which vanished while in transit from Madrid to the southern city of Granada for an exhibition, authorities said on Thursday. “Still Life with Guitar”, an oil-on-canvas painting valued at a modest €600 000 (R12.1 million), was scheduled to go on display at an exhibition […] More
Showmax is taking viewers on an unforgettable journey with The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa. This highly anticipated new spin-off unites reality TV favourites from across the continent for a dramatic, sun-soaked adventure in Brazil, according to Variety. THE REAL HOUSEWIVES UNITE The spin-off builds on the record-breaking success of The Real Housewives Ultimate […] More
From cellar tastings to gallery openings, October is high culture month in London. Here are a range of South African wine and art events to mark in your calendars. Exclusive Wine Tastings & Events Whether it’s the swirl of a Western Cape Chardonnay at a riverside restaurant or the gleam of a Brett Murray bronze […] More
The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has condemned anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks made by former radio personality Ngizwe Mchunu, describing them as hate speech and a threat to the safety of queer South Africans. Mchunu recently lashed out at same-sex couples wearing traditional Zulu attire, calling it “sacred” and reserved for heterosexual men. The CGE responded: “It […] More
