There’s a new kind of family member taking root in South African homes — plants. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, more people have been turning their living spaces, both indoors and out, into lush green sanctuaries. What used to be just a monstera in the corner and maybe an orchid on a table has turned into […]
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You’re madly in love, planning the wedding, and debating canapés, photographers and seating plans, but have you talked about debt, spending habits, long-term goals and how these fit into your financial journey together? Before exchanging vows, it’s a good idea to exchange financial beliefs. This isn’t about being judgmental but rather about creating a plan
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As families make their way through the October school holidays, RCS is urging parents to seize the moment and turn everyday activities into simple money lessons for children. Teaching basic financial habits early – like saving a little each week, deciding between needs and wants, setting savings goals and pausing before impulse purchases – helps children
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We are seeing the ongoing rise of pet humanisation, elevating our furry companions from functional property or fond companions to full-blown, much-loved family members. This cultural change has shifted us from providing our pets with the basics of life to lavishing them with the best human-style care we can afford. Far from shopping for the
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The Galileo Open Air Cinema beckons you from beyond the grave to experience a spine-tingling journey into the heart of Halloween horror (and fun). The Galileo is famed for its all-ages inclusive event designed for lovebirds, families, friends, and work colleagues. But on Halloween weekend, Kirstenbosch and Central Park undergo a Frankenstein-esque transformation, boasting eerie
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The Two Oceans Aquarium is home to an incredible diversity of marine life, from ragged-tooth sharks to stingrays. But while the “stars of the show” often grab attention, there are many smaller, lesser-known animals at the Aquarium that are just as fascinating. Dwarf pufferfish Small but mighty, the dwarf pufferfish is one of the Aquarium’s
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The three digits that represent your credit score reflect some of the most important financial information about you. Yet, most South Africans don’t know their score or how to manage or improve it. Your credit score is an indicator of financial reliability. Lenders use it to determine whether you qualify for credit or other financial
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IYANU: THE AGE OF WONDERS First on Showmax | Stream now Set 500 years before the rise of Iyanu, The Age of Wonders transports viewers to Yorubaland at the height of its magical civilisation. When Meje – the embodiment of the seven deadly sins – emerges, young warriors Dara and Ishe must stop the coming Age of Darkness. Their
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Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) is celebrating its 96th birthday this October, marking the company’s unofficial start to the end-of-year festive season in Cape Town. Since its inauguration on 4 October 1929, the Cableway has provided more than 32 million visitors with safe, accessible, and unforgettable journeys to the summit of one of the
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Opening an investment account can be as quick and easy as a few clicks, and suddenly you can buy shares, pick a fund, or move your savings into something new. Access has never been simpler. But managing your own money is not just about transactions. The real challenge is what happens after you’ve invested: when markets swing
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