hello weekendApril 13, 2024.
The latest edition of News24's weekly digital weekend magazine is packed with interviews, reviews, excerpts and in-depth articles. Please read it.
Manana's Musical Evolution: From Burna Boy's Grammy Award Winner to Genre-Breaking Hits
Written by Joel Onton
South African musician Manana's journey as an artist began when he was still a choir boy. Today, he is an accomplished songwriter, with credits on albums ranging from Usher to Burna Boy. But Ndumiso Manana is a formidable solo artist in his own right, with his debut album in the works.
Features | To protect the east wind: the revival of Friesenhof
Written by Daraine Fourie
Friesenhof Wine Estate, the farm of Jan “Borland” Coetzee, is undergoing something of a renaissance with the sale of Om Jan's stake and his official exit from the farm in 2022. Friesenhoff is now replanting and returning to Oom Zhang's original vision with a modern twist, focusing on Cabernet Sauvignon and the Chardonnay clone he originally helped smuggle into the country. I'm doing it now.
'Beyond my wildest dreams': Thandiswa Mazwai looks back on 30 years of music and new album
Written by Keitumetse Mako
Returning from his recent NPR Tiny Desk performance in the US, legendary musician Thandiswa Mazwai reflects on the warm hugs he has received from local and international audiences since the show and throughout his career.
The African repatriation vehicle is dwarfed by two ancient baobabs in Pafuri. (Andrew Thompson)
Explore the history, ancient baobabs and vast birdlife of Kruger's legendary Pahuri region
Written by Andrew Thompson
The Pafuri region, located in a secluded corner of the northeastern corner of Kruger Park, is a legendary destination for bird lovers. But it's also full of otherworldly landscapes, ancient baobabs, eerie fever-tree forests, and common game animals. An overnight stay at Makuleke's concession gives you an insight into South Africa's past, and he stands out as one of the park's more positive land ownership stories.
Cars Your Aunt Dot May Have Driven
Written by Stuart Johnston
When you think of classic cars, you definitely think of the Morris Minor. Please think about it a little more. Perhaps there was a time in your family when an older aunt drove a car. Classic car writer Stuart Johnston tells amazing stories about some of the most popular cars of yesteryear right here in South Africa.
5 changes to look out for on your next visit to The Saxon
Compiled by Kaunda Selisho
Johannesburg's Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa will soon celebrate its 25th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, the popular hotel will slowly roll out subtle changes to enhance the visitor experience.
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SCOOP (Peter Mountain/Netflix)
Review | Netflix Scoop reveals the drama behind Prince Andrew's explosive BBC interview. The film is based on the book Scoops: Behind the Scenes of the BBC's Most Shocking Interviews by former Newsnight producer and editor Sam McAllister.
Are you sad after sex? Experts unravel the emotional maze of post-coital discomfort. Many people experience pure pleasure after sex, but the experience is not the same for everyone.
From eclectic grandpa style to pinstriped boss babes: here are the trending looks for this winter. Winter is just around the corner and what better way to welcome the season than through fashion.
(Cover photo: Skudu Content)
