hello weekend, April 27, 2024.
The latest edition of News24's weekly digital weekend magazine is packed with interviews, reviews, excerpts and in-depth articles. Please read it.
Unstoppable SA icon: Judith Sepuma charms from Cape Town Jazz Fest to Dune's epic soundtrack
Written by Joel Onton
It's been 23 years since her debut album A Cry, A Smile, A Dance, but singer Judith Sepuma is still booked, busy, and expanding. Her motivation remains high and her passion for live performance remains intact.
The next big event on her calendar is the Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF), which will be held at the city's convention center from May 3 to 4.
Sepuma says it's “really exciting” to perform at this year's CTIJF.
Backroads to Prince Albert on a Kawasaki KLR650
Written by Nick Ale
Having written about adventure bikes for Bike SA almost every month for 15 years, dirt track riding has become an integral part of my travel life. When the magazine went out of print in his mid-2022, it left a vacuum not only in my pocket, but also in the meditative experience it delivered.
News24 Motoring contributor Nick Ale stretches his Kawasaki KLR650's legs into the Karoo once again after fitting a new back tire, battery, sprocket and chain to his faithful old warhorse.
Excerpt | Is it possible to build a “new patriotism” in SA?Mabandora Oyama talks about education for the future
Written by Oyama Mabandla
Soul of a Nation chronicles 40 years of our nation's turbulent history. Oyama Mabandla, who left his home and family for a difficult life in exile when he was young, now wonders why everything hasn't gotten better and what he can do about it.
In this excerpt, Mabandla reflects on the issue of education.
Transparent skin cuisine: The secret to getting glowing skin without spending a lot of money
Written by Marilyn Manuel
Everyone loves and desires clear skin. Because of this, there are a huge number of skin products out there, and consumers are not only overwhelmed with choices, but also disappointed with their high prices.
Not everyone can splurge hundreds or even thousands on the latest skin care products, so we asked nutrition specialist Ariana Cottino to share her secret to great skin: the food you eat.
The rise of momfluencer mania: When did you need a marketing expert for your two-year-old celebration?
Written by Basiera Parker
Momfluencers have taken social media by storm. Gone are the days of Jimmy Jungle and simple Lemnos cake for birthday parties. Now, a kids party requires a theme, a balloon arch, food and decorations, and a budget just for some really special fun.
Their content, like most influencer content, is all evolving to be perfect for Pinterest.
Sarah Petersen, author of Momfluenced, shares tips for “ordinary” moms to tap into their inner influencer.
Old and New Releases | De Trafford: The Structure of a 10 Year Old Wine
Written by Daraine Fourie
David Trafford of De Trafford Winery, the highest winery in the upper Blaukrippen Valley in Helderberg, Stellenbosch, has been making powerful Helderberg wines here since 1992.
A trained architect known for designing the Mont Fleur Conference Center, Trafford turned to winemaking on his family's farm, De Trafford.
He co-founded Malgas' first winery, Sijin, and played a key role in the legal definition of straw wine in South Africa. With 31 years in the winemaking industry, Mr Trafford has the experience and vintage library to educate new generations about the goodness of old wines.
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Fat Joe and his family have been evicted from their luxury apartment in Cape Town for allegedly unpaid rent. South African entertainer Marjota Kamble, known as Fat Joe, and his family have been evicted from their luxurious home in Sea Point, Cape Town.
'If it ain't broke, don't fix it': WhatsApp's unexpected green makeover leaves users seeing red. WhatsApp has always been blue for as long as many of us have been using the app, but lately people have been given the shock of their lives – well, we've made a few changes when it comes to these everyday apps. Take it seriously – the green color now dominates the screen.
Tradition meets high fashion: SA icon stuns in luxurious R14 500 lobola dress by Thebe Magugu: South African luxury fashion brand Thebe Magugu has unveiled a collection that celebrates the tradition of lobola negotiation with its latest heritage capsule. We are totally in love with Ndebele, Swati and Xhosa lobola dresses.
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