The Capitec App That Turned a Limpopo Woman’s Life Around

R22 Million Later, Her Dreams Are Finally Within Reach In a story that sounds almost too good to be true, a woman from Limpopo, who had been battling unemployment for seven years, saw her life transformed in a matter of minutes, all thanks to a single lottery ticket purchased through the Capitec banking app....

Is Panama the New “Escape Plan” for South Africa’s Wealthy?

As South Africa grapples with mounting economic and social challenges, a growing number of the country’s wealthy elite are looking for a way out. But is Panama, a small Central American nation, truly becoming the ultimate escape hatch for those who can afford to leave? Panama is a top destination for South Africa’s affluent...

Best Dreadlock Styles in South Africa Today

Dreadlocks are a versatile and culturally significant hairstyle, popular among women in South Africa. Traditional dreadlocks involve allowing the hair to naturally mat and lock over time, reflecting a deep connection to African heritage. Sisterlocks are smaller, uniform-sized locks offering a more delicate look, while faux dreadlocks use synthetic or human hair to create...

Did You Know? The True History of the Middle Finger

The gesture of raising the middle finger has been used as an obscene gesture for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. The Greeks used it as an insult, calling it “katapygon,” and it was a symbol of sexual aggression and disrespect. The Romans also adopted this gesture, known as “digitus...

Why Do We Grow Old And – What Can We do To Stay Young?

Immortality, once a mythic attribute of gods and legendary heroes, is now a subject of intense scientific inquiry. Researchers are progressively unraveling the complexities of aging, moving closer to potentially slowing or even reversing this inevitable process. So, what drives the aging process in humans? Who holds the record for the longest human life,...

Booster Seats vs. Seat Belts

As a parent, you might observe your child’s booster seat shifting each time they clamber into the car. This may lead you to question whether the hassle and expense of booster seats really enhance safety compared to traditional seat belts. The truth? It’s complex. Research indicates varying results—from booster seats offering no significant safety...

Nikola Tesla’s Man Myths and Legends

In the mid-19th century, the Austrian Empire spanned a vast territory from Italy to Ukraine, characterised by both authoritarian rule and significant reforms. It was during this era, in the village of Smiljan (now in modern-day Croatia), that Nikola Tesla was born, the fourth of five children. Tesla’s father was a priest, and the...