Getting to know Lupita Nyong’o

How does an actress with an Oscar, a list of successful projects, endorsements, and an estimated R200 million net worth become even more accomplished? We […]

5 dad-fluencers in the spotlight

Make way for the dad-fluencers! The fathers who are using social media to share insightful tips and parenting hacks, sandwiched between dad jokes – here […]

A 4-day work week: yay or nay?

With burnout becoming increasingly common among employees around the world, many companies have introduced new policies to improve work-life balance. According to Gallup’s State of […]

Raising readers 101

Raising Readers: We look at the importance of teaching your kids how to read, and the benefits of spending quality reading time together as a […]

Reunited and it feels so good

Celebrating the last 18 years of making music together, The Soil took the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace by storm in March. The group […]

Get Grooming

Everything men need to know – from hair care to applying the right moisturiser. Men have traditionally kept their grooming habits simple. But with the […]

Easy beef biryani

LEFTOVERS: Cooked rice PREP TIME: 5 mins COOKING TIME: 25 – 30 mins SERVES 4 Ingredients 60ml vegetable oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 2 tsp […]

Zuraida Jardine is back!   

One of South Africa’s most loved personalities, Zuraida Jardine is back on our TV-screens as the host of Afternoon Express. After taking a break from […]

Chilli-cheese burritos

There’s so much you can do with leftover mince, and we love this way of using leftover chilli con carne. PREP TIME: 25 mins COOKING […]

Cheesy paneer pockets

We can’t think of many things better than these cheesy parcels of joy you can whip up using leftover rotis and paneer. COOKING TIME: 35 […]

Egg fried rice

Always wanted to recreate the takeaway fried rice you love? Hit two birds with one stone by repurposing leftover rice and roast meat. COOKING TIME: […]

The Ultimate Dad Burger

Spend Father’s Day spoiling the main man with the ultimate dad burger THE ULTIMATE DAD BURGER​ PREP TIME: 15 mins COOKING TIME: 20 mins SERVES […]

3 easy burger recipes

  It’s time for burger night! Here are three delicious recipes to suit everyone’s taste buds – best of all, each recipe is super easy! […]

Q&A with Zakes Bantwini

Zakes Madida, AKA Zakes Bantwini, is getting more than a quarter of a million monthly plays on Spotify, and the global streaming platform affectionately refers […]

3 yummy toastie recipes 

Who doesn’t love a delicious toastie? Whether you like yours extra cheesy or with a little surprise, we’ve got three delicious toastie recipes you and […]

Pap 3 ways

Pap is one of Mzansi’s most loved staples – and it’s easy to see why! There are so many ways to enjoy pap – here […]

Showbiz royalty: Nirvana nokwe

24-year-old Nirvana Nokwe Mseleku is a trained singer, songwriter, producer, filmmaker and actress. She has music running through her veins, which she inherited from her […]

3 ways to dry herbs

Everyone knows that herbs and spices can elevate any meal. The only problem is that fresh herbs don’t always last as long as we’d like […]

Amapiano beat with: Mr Jazziq

Amapiano is a sub-genre of house, deep house, jazz, and lounge music with strong influences for 90s kwaito. Mr JazziQ has released his solo album […]

Delicious scones 3 ways

Perfect for breakfast, tea time or an after dinner snack, these easy-to-make scones are just too delicious to resist. There’s one for every taste bud […]

Puffer jacket 3 ways

Stay chic and warm with this must-have winter staple – a puffer jacket. It’s a great versatile piece that you can wear all winter long. […]

The coolest celeb moms we love

Images sourced: Linda Mtoba, Serena Williams, Thuli Thabethe, Beyoncé A mother never has a day off or gets honoured with celebrity status. Even with fame […]

Spotlight on Fezile Makhanya 

He’s an actor, MC, TV presenter, sport’s enthusiast and also holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree. Fezile Makhanya truly is an all-rounder! You’ve seen him […]

Catch up with Chef Nti 

Photographs by Craig Fraser/Chef Nti – My Modern African Kitchen/Quivertree Publications Celebrity chef Nti Ramaboa speaks to us about her new cookbook, My Modern African […]

Paralympians who inspire us 

In honour of National Disability Rights Awareness Month in South Africa from 3 November to 3 December, we chat to a few Paralympians who are […]

Mbali maphumulo: A true survivor 

Meet the phenomenal Mbali Maphumulo who is, among other things, a two-time breast cancer survivor, a mother, activist and a triple-threat singer, dancer, actress and […]

Perfect side dishes for braais 

Lesego Semenya, better known as LesDaChef, shares some recipes from his book Dijo. Celebrate Heritage Day with a deliciously African twist! CARROT, PINEAPPLE & RAISIN […]

How to wear athleisure 

The perfect combination of street style and sportswear, athleisure is the go-to trend for fashion-forward individuals. Clothing originally designed for gym and athletic activities has […]

Family food, the African way 

Seriously delicious dishes with a different twist on African cuisine from YOU Home Cooking by Esther Malan – perfect for keeping the family warm and satisfied […]

Thembi Seete: Born to shine 

Mother, musician, actress and entrepreneur Thembi Seete has been an inspiration for more than two decades, and she’s still going strong – with a few […]

And then Tumi said 

Tumi Morake is an award- winning comedian who recently added author to her impressive list of achievements with the publication of her memoir, And Then Mama […]

Blazing African trails 

These dynamic young Africans are putting their time, energy and talents into making the world a better place. SANELE JUNIOR XABA 24, South Africa Being […]

BET Awards 2019

The 19th annual BET Awards ‘Black Entertainment Awards’ took place on Sunday night 23 June 2019, at the Microsoft Centre in Los Angeles. The BET […]

Meet Saray Khumalo 

Meet Saray Khumalo, an award-winning mountaineer, Mandela Libraries ambassador, mother of two boys and now the first African black woman to summit Mount Everest. 1. […]

Practical pallets 

Over the years pallet furniture and crafts have become increasingly popular. Wooden pallets are affordable and easy to find – and they have many uses […]

5 minutes with Talitha Ndima 

With her infectious smile and warm nature, SAFTA award nominee, Talitha Ndima, has an impressive track record on the small screen.  Talitha’s acting career has […]

Best buys for Dad 

There’s something for every kind of father at Jet, whether he’s the laid-back type or the hotshot businessman. THE SPORTS FANATIC If he never misses […]

2019 SAMAs red carpet round up 

The South African Music Awards is one of Mzansi’s biggest calendar events where our favourite musicians get an opportunity to be recognised and awarded for […]

Meals for busy moms 

Healthy family dishes that are as quick and easy as they’re delicious, from Meals by Christine Capendale. CHICKEN AND CORN SOUP Serves 4 On very […]

Pabi Moloi #trending 

With more than two decades in the entertainment industry, Pabi Moloi is not planning to slow down any time soon. We chatted to the versatile […]

How to job hunt 

The certificate, diploma or degree is in the bag. You’re officially qualified and ready for your first job. Well done! Now where do you start? […]

Dream date ideas 

The Valentine’s Day tradition goes back a long way. There are various theories about how it started, but a popular belief is that it originated […]

The year that was 2018 

Let us take a short trip down memory lane. 2018 was an action-packed and heartwarming year with moments that made us laugh and cry – […]

5 minutes with Thando Thabethe 

Thando Thabethe is an ambitious, beautiful and vibrant actress making waves in the entertainment industry.  She’s currently acting on the popular drama series The Housekeepers […]

5 minutes with Tumi Morake 

With so many balls to juggle as a mother and businesswoman, Tumi Morake gives us a sneak peek into her busy yet colourful life. You’re […]

4 boredom busting hobbies 

Ever find yourself hanging around the house with nothing to do? Find a hobby to keep boredom at bay. START A COMMUNITY GARDEN If there’s […]

Face the facts

Ancient Chinese face-reading theory vs modern stances on skin health. Traditional Chinese face-reading experts hold that a sudden change in your skin’s condition is often […]

Eat yourself beautiful

We look at the top four beauty problems – from acne to cracked lips – that can be caused by nutritional deficiencies, and what to […]

5 common food myths 

The recent outbreak of listeriosis in southern Africa has made many people more aware of food safety. Here are some common myths about food that […]

Let’s hear it for the girls 

With Women’s Day, Youth Day and Entrepreneur’s Day all falling in August, what better time to celebrate young female changemakers? HEAVENLY HOMEMADE GOODIES Johannesburg teenager […]

Screen king: Shona Ferguson

Shona Ferguson speaks to us about being married to his best friend, how fatherhood changed him and doing what he loves. The Botswana-born actor arrives […]

Delish dishes for dad

Jet Club kids share with us the recipes they’ll be making for their dads on Father’s Day CHOC CHIP BISCUITS  I love my daddy very […]

Fair pay 

With minimum wage potentially being increased this year, we take a closer look at what it is, why it’s important and what happens if employers […]

Dreams never die 

‘Listen to my story before you call me Skollie.’ If you’ve watched Noem my Skollie or read Skollie this line will be familiar. If you […]

Celeb profile: Terry Pheto 

Terry Pheto has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, and is making waves locally and internationally.  Terry first launched her career […]

Yellow chicken curry recipe 

This super-healthy, easy chicken dish for the whole family is super mild and popular with the kids. This easy-to-make dish has a delicious Middle-Eastern twist, […]

Captain Thulani Hlatshwayo 

Soccer superstar and Bafana Bafana captain, Thulani Hlatshwayo needs no introduction. Despite his towering presence, the soft-spoken Soweto-born defender is anything but a typical footballer. […]

The Molebatsis 

We chat to Wandile and Jessica Molebatsi, who recently became parents for the second time.  The TV personality and entrepreneur – best known for his […]

A special month 

December is a very important month for the Jewish and Christian faiths. We look at the significance of hanukkah and Christmas. CHRISTMAS DAY Christmas Day […]

Added bonus 

If you’re one of the lucky few to land an end-of-year bonus, use our guide to grow it and get your through an often lean […]

Safe haven 

With World AIDS Day on 1 December, we speak to Gail Johnson, mother of the late Nkosi Johnson and founding director of an HIV/AIDS residential […]

Brick fixes 

Bricks date back as far as 7 000BC. Sun-dried mud bricks were first found in Southern Turkey at the site of an ancient settlement around […]

PCOS 101

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal imbalance that affects about 5-7% of women (including adolescents) of childbearing age. The symptoms might be present soon […]

Keeping up with Mishqah 

  Since her first role in White Gold, Mishqah Parthiephal has more than proven that she’s definitely in the right career. We caught up with […]

Plan your meals like a pro 

With busy family schedules not leaving much time to cook evening meals, we have a few suggestions for making things easier, simpler and more cost-effective. […]

The Ferguson family 

  Married four months after their first kiss, Connie and Shona Ferguson were truly meant to be together.    Connie and Shona Ferguson met by […]

Kagiso Madupe 

Kagiso Madupe is well known for his role as Mangi Nyathi on Scandal!, but there’s more to the man than acting – he’s also a […]