Ghost stories, mischief and the history behind Halloween
Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31, and Halloween 2020 will occur on Saturday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and...
Heri-TEA-ge Day spotlight on Rooibos
The Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis) plant is responsible for one of the most popular and unique teas the world over. Indigenous to the Cederberg mountains in South Africa, about 3 hours from Cape Town, this...
What is heritage and how does it link to culture and identity?
On 24 September every year, South Africans observe Heritage Day in
remembrance of all the various South African cultures and to celebrate
their heritage. It was first observed as a national holiday in 1995. In
an address...
Heritage inspired travel in South Africa
Heritage Day, 24 September 2020, is a chance for South Africans to celebrate the beautiful diversity of cultures we have in our nation. The day has also, in recent years, become known as Braai...
Parenting Perspective: Ruffling the feathers
As a mother-hen, I am admittedly a little bias when it comes to my brood. My children tend to be the friendliest, smartest and undoubtedly have the most potential to become successful. However, the...
Good Luck Yogi, a First-of-Its-Kind Meditation Device for Children Launches on Kickstarter
Good Luck Yogi launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter today for their first-of-its-kind, interactive meditation device and mobile app that personalises mindfulness for children.
Good Luck Yogi was founded by JC Das, a former monk...
How to support Mandela Day on 18 July
South Africans across the country come together on 18 July to celebrate Nelson Mandela's birthday, a day designated as Mandela Day. Usually, people give 67 minutes of their time to doing good, one minute...
5 Cape Town foodie experiences to enjoy while social distancing
If you’re a foodie and the ‘essential item’ you missed most during lockdown was a meal or drink you didn’t make yourself, thankfully some of your favourite eateries are once again open for takeaways...
Budgeting tips for surviving the new normal
If Covid-19 could be compared to an earthquake it would easily be considered a 10 on the Richter scale. The changes it has caused are evident in so many areas of people’s lives. This...
Parent’s perspective: A Whole New World, life during Lockdown
As a parent, our first priority is always our children, right? So when this pandemic started I faced so many questions. Should we still have that birthday party? Who do I consider to be...
