Mother’s Day is always a bittersweet time of year for me. My journey into motherhood was a lot tougher than I ever anticipated it would be. I have gone through so many milestones in my life without my mother, but this one definitely hurt the most. To be clear my mother is still alive, but ..read more

Accountants are perceived to be safe and predictable; they don’t take unmeasured risks and don’t leap feet-first into new things. But throughout history, there have been accountants (including Nike founder Phil Knight) who’ve turned their backs on the certainty of a 9-5 job in finance for the adventure of entrepreneurship. One South African who falls ..read more

At what age do kids start talking? The short answer: when they’re ready, says Childhood and Special Education expert Nicole Mackiewicz. Their communication skills will begin with smiles, giggles, claps, and babbles before any words make it out. But while you wait for your tot to say full words, sentences, and more, use these tips ..read more

As the world prepares to celebrate World Health Day on April 7th, the focus is on combatting diseases that claim countless lives each year. Among these, tuberculosis (TB) stands out as a significant global health challenge. According to the 2023 Global TB Report from the World Health Organisation (WHO), an estimated 10.6 million people contracted ..read more

In a world where every cup of coffee tells a story, Nespresso shares its ongoing journey of empowerment and sustainability in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Through their Reviving Origins program, they’re igniting hope and opportunity in coffee farming communities across the region. Decades ago, DRC’s coffee industry flourished, boasting some of the world’s ..read more

Panado® recognises that when it comes to managing pain and fever in children, finding a medicine kids actually like the taste of is half the battle won! Getting a young child to take medicine can be a tough sell, especially if they’re feeling under the weather. It’s essential to have a plan in place for ..read more

Q: Tell us about your entrepreneurial journey, how did you get here? A: After successfully attaining my CA (SA) qualification, I recognised a deeper passion for entrepreneurial endeavors and leadership within the business sphere rather than confining myself to the traditional roles of an accountant or corporate professional. Consequently, I made the strategic decision to ..read more

It’s time to add some grape-tastic pain and fever relief to your medicine cabinet with Panado®‘s newest flavour addition to the paediatric range – Grape! Panado®’s new Grape flavour is colourant-free, tartrazine-free, alcohol-free, and sugar-free, ensuring your child gets the pain and fever care they need without any harmful additives.1 As parents, we are often on ..read more

LIFT shows support of SA literature with Jonathan Ball Publishers with award-winning author, Jo Watson Passengers on board LIFT flight GE131 from Johannesburg to Cape Town received an exclusive first glimpse into author Jo Watson’s new book, Love at First Flight, when they were surprised with a spontaneous book launch in the sky this morning. A few book ..read more

The SOOQ, a popular online marketplace for local small business products, is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest store in the vibrant district of Fourways, Sandton at the Free-range Lifestyle Centre on Witkoppen Road to be exact. This expansion represents The SOOQ’s commitment to supporting small businesses and local entrepreneurs.   This small but dynamic business believes that collaboration is the key to success. Their mission is to create a platform that not only showcases bespoke products but also fosters a sense of community and growth among local artisans and entrepr ..read more