From tariffs to terroir: South African wine remains world class
Cape Wine 2025 proves South African wine shines globally, with quality, variety and value winning over international buyers despite tariffs and challenges…
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Step this way: JoziMyJoziWalks returns
Jozi comes alive on foot this weekend, with 15 community-led walks exploring food, art, history and hidden gems across the city…
The birth of the braai
When did the braai gain such cultural significance in South African life? Johan Fourie traces the origins and popularity of this favourite pastime…
From Dylan to dead air: The disappearance of the protest anthem
Whatever happened to the protest song? We live in an era of dissension, polarisation, geopolitical conflict, climate crisis and more, but no one is…
The Friday song (on a Sunday): ‘James’ by Pat Metheny Group
‘James’, a jazz track by the Pat Metheny Group, is Mark Rosin’s chosen song for this week’s listen…
Goodbye, TikTok: The gym is where it’s at
People aren’t just signing up to South Africa’s gyms – they’re showing up in droves. It bodes well for Virgin Active’s prospective listing…
Unlock your inner collector: Flexible payments for South African art lovers
Owning art in South Africa is slowly shifting: Africa Collect lets buyers pay in instalments, widening access, boosting artists and reshaping the market…
What we’re drinking this week: Graham Beck Cuvée Clive
Graham Beck’s Cuvée Clive is a prestigious cap classique – suave, sophisticated and perfect for big moments…
The Friday song (on a Sunday): ‘Wish You Were Here’ by Pink Floyd
Half a century ago, Pink Floyd released ‘Wish You Were Here’. It’s a now-iconic song from the album of the same name that might…
Latest and greatest: what’s new in Joburg and Cape Town
New eats, cafés, shops and more: from Ocaso’s Mexican vibes to Ladurée’s Parisian chic, here’s what’s hot in Joburg and Cape Town right now…
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Ban Ki-moon’s (overly) simple fix for South Africa
The former UN secretary-general says South Africa should focus on…
The utility – and tragedy – of a boring budget
South Africa’s increasingly low-grade ambitions are writ large in this…
The surprising firsts that shaped Joburg
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Eight questions for the interesting and interested: Sahil Harilal
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