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With almost three decades of journalism behind her, Barbara Hollands was a full-time writer at the Daily Dispatch covering lifestyle, culture, entertainment and human interest stories. Now based in Cape Town, she tracks the accomplishments of Eastern Cape-linked personalities and writes features in the lifestyle and entertainment space.
For generations of South Africans, living room décor was incomplete without “The Green Lady” adorning the mantle piece or “The Dying Swan” hanging above the settee.
Ashley Brownlee's memoir Agency explores his journey of identity, healing, and humour as an adopted child navigating illness, loss, and belonging in South Africa. From confronting childhood traumas and the impact of HIV/Aids to finding…
Frank Rautenbach, a South African actor, returned home after struggling to find success in Hollywood, enduring jobs like limousine driving and janitorial work.
A self-proclaimed introvert with a contagious giggle and a penchant for meat and potatoes is the latest winner of MasterChef South Africa and R1m.
Andrew “Benjie” Benjamin, a high-voltage electrician from Kimberley, has won MasterChef South Africa Season 6, taking home R1 million after a close final against Candice Meth. He speaks to Barbara Hollands.
Clare Rothwell, a former Johannesburg teacher now living in Bathurst, creates whimsical animal-themed lamps and sculptures from recycled materials like newspapers, cardboard, and egg boxes, inspired by her environmentally conscious mother.
Eight years ago, KuGompo City-born Lynden Jafta took a new radio station to the airwaves and now Paarl FM has tens of thousands of listeners and is the voice of the community.
Elaborate and secretive preparations ensure success of unique SA version of hit show
Design leaders at Decorex 2026 say the era of hard-edged minimalism is fading as handcrafted décor, warm palettes and spaces designed to prioritise comfort, sustainability and authentic living take centre stage
Created by EC-born writer-director Corné van Rooyen and his wife René, the new drama examines why society judges mothers and fathers by different standards
Armed with a torch, a bucket and anxiety, an adventurer embraces life under the stars
Retired Selborne Primary educator Abrie Pepler reflects on the importance of fathers making time for their children in a world of growing pressures and distractions
Onezwa Mbola’s cookbook inspired by growing up in Eastern Cape, connected to the land .
A Makhanda-born artist and tattoo researcher also paints interiors, preserving the details that homeowners treasure most.
There was no need to consult the Springbok Radio quiz show schedules — they were imprinted in my schoolgirl brain so that every evening could be an entertainment bonanza emanating from my small brown wireless.
