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Veg Sub with a Minty Spread

PREPARATION: INGREDIENTS MINT SPREAD SALT TO SEASON To a blender toss in mint and coriander leaves. Pulse a few times. […]

Step Into a World of Seduction

In the grand tapestry of life, there exists a potent skill set that transcends the boundaries of the boardroom, the […]

Self-Love and Relationships

How many women do you know have chosen to stop being ALL of who they are, to be HALF of […]

Life on The Veg

A Beginner’s Guide Hello! I am Joanna Naicker! I’m honoured to be your guide through this empowering experience. At 43, […]

Letters from an Expat Wife

Last time we talked I told you about our move, remember? Because of the school situation of our oldest (she […]

Korean Pancakes

If you’re struggling to get your family to eat their veggies, you’re not alone! But don’t worry, Korean Pancakes might […]

Ignite Your Passion

When you look up the meaning of the word Passion, you will find the following: A strong feeling of enthusiasm […]

Feeling the need to get UNSTUCK?

Through the ebb and flow of life, there are moments when we feel STUCK. In many of us the need […]

Diary of a Big Girl in a Small World

A comedic genius, public figure, media darling, and all-around-awesome lady, Natashia Munian is fondly known by her professional brand and […]

BUTTER BEAN STEW

In this recipe I have included butter beans which are packed with protein, fibre, and other nutrients, making them a […]

Breaking Barriers

Empowering Young Women to Shape their Future In a world where career choices are often dictated by conventional norms, Candice […]

Breaking Barriers: Empowering Young Women to Shape their Future

Thought Leadership piece: Candice Thomas: Retail Marketing Expert & Digital Native In a world where career choices are often dictated […]

What I wish I knew

I had a complete Crisis of Confidence, a term that I have coined and which has the perfect acronym – […]

Make the most of your journey

The art of packing light makes it much easier for you whether on planes, trains or busses, plus it helps […]

The Multi-Generational Holiday Trend

Stepping into the world together. With the hectic pace of life and demanding schedules making for days packed with commitments […]

How to leave an abusive relationship safely

1: It’s a basic human right to feel safe No one should feel unsafe. If you are in an unsafe, […]

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

WHAT IS POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER? Also called shell shock, battle figure, accident neurosis and post-rape syndrome, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder […]

Turning a full stop into a comma

Can it be another way? After the horrific and sudden loss of my husband in an armed home invasion in […]

Making a positive impact

My name is Monique Weyers and I am a finalist in the prestigious Mrs. Universe South Africa 2023/24 competition. I […]

Low Libido

Have you ever felt like you would rather read a book or watch television instead of engaging in sexual activity? […]

Know your worth

“The only limits you have are the limits you believe”-Wayne Dreyer. Did I break the glass ceiling? Yes indeed! As […]

How to be a responsible tourist

With climate change affecting all of us, tourists are becoming more aware of the potentially negative impact they’re having on […]

Happily Single?

5 ways to blow your own mind in bed.. 1: Prioritize Solo Play Yes, this is most important. Get to […]

Living the dream

You know how some people are made to travel the world? To live in the most exotic places, meeting the […]

Every Crisis is a gift

Nine years ago, depression tried to suffocate me and take me out. I was trapped in a life that bared […]

Durban Lamb Curry

Ingredients: Method: www.spicefusion.co.za

Closing the gap between potential and success

Growing up in the vibrant township of Chesterville in Durban, South Africa, I was raised by my mother and grandparents. […]

Choco Crumpet Cakes

PREPARATION: 10-15 MINUTESCOOKING TIME: 25-30 MINS = MAKES: 12 This is how: Drizzle a good amount of syrup just before […]

Chicken and Prawn Paella

Ingredients: Method: Enjoy! www.spicefusion.co.za

Cauli Mushroom Bowls

Let’s Cook 🙂 To serve: Scatter some rocket leaves onto a plate. Place the bakedmushrooms on it. Spoon generous amounts […]

Broken Glass Jelly Dessert

INGREDIENTS:Jelly:– 1 box each of the following jellies– Cherry or strawberry– Greengage– Pineapple(You can use any flavour of jelly as […]

Vegan Chef

Who am I? What am I doing here? What is the purpose of my existence? Born to humble hardworking parents […]

Turning Pain into Purpose

I battled with infertility for several years and tried everything, from complementary therapies to in-vitro fertilization. This was a huge […]

The Remarkable Journey of Evi Moller

In the journey of time, there are stories that shine as beacons of inspiration, narratives that traverse the depths of […]

Overcoming Adversity

For over thirty years I battled excruciating pain, scarring, and chronic inflammation. Starting with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and constant sinus […]

My journey from addiction to recovery

I’m Bronwen and I’m a recovering addict. I’m going to take you on my life’s journey and hope you take […]

Letters from an Expat Wife

We haven’t talked in a long time. Or so it seems because so much has happened in the meantime. In […]

Inspired to Succeed

A wise woman once said, “I am thankful for my struggle because, without it, I wouldn’t have stumbled across my […]

Heal your heart, heal your life

My name is Karen Louise Downing. I am a Rapid transformational therapist and theta healer. This is a tribute to […]

From Flawed to Flourishing

From a young age, I carried a distorted perception of my own worth and value. I believed in three powerful […]

“And in this world,she is my world.”

By sharing my story, I hope to create more awareness around rare diseases and to even remind people to practice […]

7 SIGNS YOUR RELATIONSHIP IS STRUGGLING & HOW TO REKINDLE THE SPARK!

You have a feeling of sadness. Things are not the same. What has happened to the fun-loving person you once […]

Letters From an Expat Wife

You know how some people are made to travel the world? To live in the most exotic places, meeting the most eccentric people? Who start a new hobby every two years and reinvent themselves? Who send postcard from everywhere to friends who always shout: “Oh man, she is really living the dream!” I’m not one of those people. At all.

Craving chicken al pastor tacos?

These are delicious – and served on corn tortillas and spicy homemade salsa, what can I tell you… You only […]

Turning Half-Baked Ideas Into Recipes For Success

Author: Direshnee Naiker I’ve always believed the kitchen is the heart of the home, a place where the magic of […]

Sharing Joy With The World

Author: Joy Steffens My mom finally gave birth to me in 1960, after losing two sets of twins, a boy […]

Reflections Of A Hairstylist

Author: Tamsyn Reynolds As a hairstylist and salon owner, I share my story on a daily basis. I have learnt […]

Overdrawn on Your Body Budget?

Author: Nivi Kassiram Do you know your value and what it is that you have to offer? Identify with that […]

My Life’s Journey

Author: Ann Malinga Born Ann Modubu, I was an only child to my parents. We lived in a small village […]

Love Yourself First

Author: Leigh-Ann Patel Love yourself first because that’s who you will be spending the rest of your life with. This […]

Leaving an Abusive Relationship

Every day in South Africa, seven women die at the hands of their intimate partners. Help at your fingertips® is […]

Embracing The Unknown

Author: Coach Thembela Rozani To overcome fear of the unknown is a very personal journey and that journey never really […]

Jo’s Sweet Potato Salad

Salad: toss the below ingredients in a bowl Preparation for potatoes: Oven 200C/400F Drizzle the oil on a baking tin […]

Black Eyed Pea Curry

Ingredients Curry: Paste: To Make The Paste: Saute the onions and chillies in the oil until translucent (soft). Add the […]

Welcome To My World

Meet Fattz Kgomo

The Female Voice

The moment you speak in a clear, beautifully resonant voice, you’ll come across as authoritative, convincing and trustworthy.

SMME Women Waste Management Company

Childhood friends scoop Sun City waste management contract

Letters From An Expat Wife

The most interesting, although the most challenging part of being an expat is surely the international environment. It’s not easy […]

Intimacy

One of the most “Taboo” subjects that we are still trying to break the stigma around is Intimacy & Sexual Wellness.

Gender Based Violence

Usually when you think of a school, you immediately think of a safe environment, a place where children go to […]

Feelin Unprepared For Menopause?

Time to reflect, reset and pour energy back into your wellbeing. Women are often so caught up in everyday life […]

Explore, Evolve Expand

The time has come where we can finally start to wind down and reconfigure for the year ahead. No school […]

Curious Journeys

“Curiosity is a curious thing.” We are innately curious beings, we like to explore and experience new things. Discovering the […]

Cervical Cancer

Eliminate Cervical Cancer Through Early Detection Cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cancer among South African women, but the […]

Bridging the Gap

Over the last two decades, I have been in many situations where I have been one of the few females around a boardroom table.

Benefits of Yoga

NAMASTE – The goddess in me recognises the goddess in you. This was my first lesson in yoga, which has […]

Oat and Choc Cookies

Ingredients Method

Salsa Tatemada

Ingredients Method Serve With

There is Life After Abuse

Creating your own destiny

Importance of Self-Advocacy in Mental Health

In this article, we’ll explore some of the key chemicals in your brain that contribute to happiness and how they […]

Unleash Your X-Factor

For many women, reaching that 40 something year mark can be a significant milestone. Would I do the same, knowing […]

Defining Life’s Journery

Interview with the Turkish Ambassador

Letters From an Expat Wife

Last month of school before the summer holiday is busy, wherever you are in the world. But this season has […]

Quince Dessert

Ayva (quince) dessert has a natural, deep pink reddish color, in fact, there is a color in Turkish named after […]

Lamb Stew with Velvety Eggplant Puree

As the name suggests, Hünkârbeğendi (Sultan’s Delight) is a dish worthy of sultans. This is a popular dish served to […]

Circassian Chicken

Circassian chicken is a classic meze always found on the hors d’oeuvre plate. As this dish is preprepared and eaten […]

Vegan Chocolate Cake

Ingredients Preparation

Joanna’s Big Lentil Salad

I know it’s Winter in South Africa, but I would like to share this delicious salad that I created, as […]

Interior Design Trends For Homes 2022

How our homes have evolved and What 2022 has to teach us in interior design Trends are more than a […]

The Importance Of Your First Gynae Visit

There comes a time in every girl (or woman’s) life where it becomes essential to make your health a priority […]

Letters From an Expat Wife

When I left for my first posting I knew I was going to miss my friends a lot. But I […]

Fuelled By Plants

Why you should choose a plant-based diet

Introducing Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

Heal yourself with Yoga

What fitness means to me – celebrating health

Let us realise our health is our wealth!

SA’s First Robotic Urologist

SA medical science just got an upgrade!

Life, Loss & Love

A family’s struggle with childhood cancer

Dream Big And Fly high

From model and flight attendant to commercial pilot!

A Walk Into Ténéré

A personal fundraising journey

Dainfern Knitwits

67 blankets is on a warmth drive for the underprivileged

Each One Help One – Hope SA

Making a positive impact in our communities

An emergency fund turns a crisis into an inconvenience

Learn how to save for an emergency fund

Enjoy a magical Easter family break at Sun City

Easter is almost upon us and as a traditional time for families to reconnect after a busy start to the […]

Orphaned by suicide

Alicia Sewdass Ramdharee is a South African author, formerly from Durban, South Africa.

I never dreamed about success, I worked for it

Minakshi Hira Single mum, survivor of GBV, (ex) media sales manager, AMC Consultant, professional network Marketer and entrepreneur.

Joanna Naicker – My bowel cancer story

I had always suffered from
bloating and irregular bowel
movements but put it down to
too much of the wrong foods.

Inspired to succeed

A wise woman once said, “I am thankful for my struggle because, without it, I wouldn’t have stumbled across my strengths.”

Self-Care The most important step to Parenting

So often when we think about
parenting our focus is on our
children and what we do for them

Letters From an Expat Wife

You know how some people are made to travel the world?

Strategies to overcome the fear of the unknown

I believe that we only have one legitimate fear – The
fear of the unknown.

Remembering a Person’s Name will Get You Everywhere

Have you ever taken a moment to ask a person’s name when you travel?

Be SunSmart and Lower Your Risk of Skin Cancer

Protect yourself from the harsh sun

My Journey of TEARS

The story of Mara Glennie, founder of TEARS

MaDD

MaDD, Making a difference with Dainfern

Bags of ❤

Bags of ♥️ provides dignity, comfort and joy to women, men and children in need – and animal welfare too

Discover and Consider Cape Agulhas

Cape Agulhas is located in the Overberg region, 170 kilometres southeast of Cape Town.

Magnificent Nepal

Discover the humbling and magnificent land of Nepal.

Living Like a Local in Lisbon, Portugal

Dawn Jorgensen details the essentials for the perfect Lisbon visit.

Morgan’s Wonderland, Where Everyone Can Play

A fun-filled destination for the whole family.

The Multi-Generational Holiday Trend

People worldwide are trending towards vacations with the whole family.

Ways of Maintaining Your Health While Travelling

Make sure to stay healthy during your travels.

Top 6 Family Holiday Planning Tips

Plan your family holiday like a Pro for maximum enjoyment