Eight questions for the interested and interesting: Joe Studwell The bestselling author on octopus shopping, George Stubbs, Bob Dylan and the ideas behind his new book, ‘How Africa Works’… by Sarah Buitendach March 13, 2026 Books·Pleasure
The Maltese falcon How South African author, speaker and libertarian policy adviser Leon Louw shaped the economy of Malta… by Tim Cohen January 26, 2026 Books·Economy & Markets
The books we loved this year (and why they’re perfect December reads) Dive into our curated list of the best holiday reads to enjoy this December. It'll thrill, no matter your taste… by Sarah Buitendach December 14, 2025 Books·Pleasure
Cold cases, warm heart True crime podcaster Nicole Engelbrecht’s new book, ‘Bare Bones: Cold Cases from True Crime South Africa’ explores ten haunting unsolved criminal cases.… by Jo Buitendach October 26, 2025 Books·Pleasure
Currency’s guide to great books to read right now If you’re looking for a good book, here are our latest recommendations… by Sarah Buitendach September 28, 2025 Books·Pleasure
What to read after you’ve watched ‘Too Much’ Currency has curated the perfect reading list if you’ve finished bingeing ‘Too Much’ and are on the lookout for your next fix… Shakti PillayMaryam Adams August 5, 2025 Books·Pleasure
What we’ve read and liked this year (so far) The Currency team and a couple of friends (especially my mom Jenny, who reads everything) rustled up a list of books we’ve enjoyed thus… by Sarah Buitendach June 29, 2025 Books·Pleasure
Found in translation The Interpreters is a new creative nonfiction anthology that shows off the best of contemporary South African writing.… by Sarah Buitendach June 16, 2025 Books·Pleasure
Tom Eaton: On crime, comedy, and creating Arnold Prinsloo South African writer Tom Eaton talks murder, comedy, and mistaken identity in his new crime novel featuring actor-turned-detective Arnold Prinsloo… by Sarah Buitendach May 11, 2025 Books·Pleasure 1
Spud grows up (sort of): John van de Ruit on reunions, chaos and cult status Author John van de Ruit chats about the longevity of ‘Spud’, the hilarious latest instalment and what’s next!… by Jo Buitendach March 27, 2025 Books·Pleasure
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