Grassroots handover tackles crisis where 8 in 10 learners can’t read for meaning Johannesburg: As South Africa recognises National Literacy Month, Johannesburg has become the second province to receive books through a Read with Wimpy and Ladles of Love literacy initiative, with 1,200 brand-new multilingual, multicultural storybooks now in the hands of young learners in […]
The Galileo’s movie magic returns to Cape Town’s starry skies from 15 October 2025 to 16 May 2026. Picnics, movies and starlit skies return with The Galileo’s 14th season. This summer brings exciting new concepts, including live sport screenings, dog-friendly shows, themed nights, exclusive Royale experiences, and spectacular new venues alongside all of the fan
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Think nipple cream is only for breastfeeding moms? Think again. Across South Africa, women (and even some men) are discovering that the humble little tube hiding in the baby aisle is actually a multi-purpose lifesaver. The magic ingredient? Lanolin — a natural wax derived from sheep’s wool that locks in moisture and helps skin heal.
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First provincial grassroots handover tackles crisis where 8 in 10 learners can’t read for meaning NORTHEN CAPE: As National Book Week (5-11 September) kicks off National Literacy Month, the Northern Cape has become the first province to receive books through a Read with Wimpy and Ladles of Love literacy initiative, with 600 brand-new multilingual, multicultural storybooks
Grade 11 is far more than a standalone year; it’s a critical part of the Matric journey that lays the foundation for a smoother and more successful final year of school. Waiting until Grade 12 to get serious about your studies will limit opportunities and pile on pressure; but excelling in Grade 11 acts as
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A will is considered by many to be a simple, free legal document – something you can easily download online, fill out, and have a few friends sign. While the idea of a free will is tempting, it misses the fact that a will is not just a simple document but instead an act of
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One in three South Africans is now obese, with experts warning that half of all women could fall into this category within five years if urgent action is not taken. According to the 2025 World Obesity Atlas, South Africa’s obesity rate is rising faster than in many Western nations – with sugar addiction at the
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Sugar is silently fuelling a national health crisis and most South Africans don’t even know it. With daily sugar intake far exceeding safe limits, Pharma Dynamics and the Heart Stroke Foundation SA (HSFSA) have launched a practical, easy-to-follow guide to help the public spot hidden sugars, make smarter food choices and protect their heart health.
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Are we just “five minutes away” from a shift in the right direction? JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA: According to UNESCO, children in Africa who learn to read in a familiar language are 30% more likely to read with understanding before they start high school. This is significant for South Africa where, as revealed by the Progress in International Reading
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South Africa now tops the global charts for child screen time, with kids averaging 9 hours and 24 minutes of screen time each day, nearly 3 hours more than the global norm of 6 hours 40 minutes.[1] Experts link this digital overload to increased anxiety, disrupted sleep and lower academic performance. Recent shifts in schools and