Do you know why South Africa commemorates Youth Day on 16 June? This day with many others is important for young people to know. Let’s have a look at what it is, the history thereof as well as how we usually celebrate it and how we can celebrate it this year. This day honours the […]
Ahhh…how many of us find ourselves in a seasonal slump during winter? We’re sure most readers do, as not everyone is very fond of the cold, and as soon as temperatures drop everything changes from our sleep patterns to our bodies. We tend to neglect our routines and quickly develop mental,...
A special day dedicated to mothers and mother figures. Mother’s Day, a day dedicated to mothers, is not a public holiday (even though we believe it should be) but falls on the second Sunday of May, which will be on 10 May this year. We get to spend the day with our mothers, having quality […]
International Worker’s Day: Why you should celebrate. International Worker’s Day, or also known as May Day, or Labor Day in some countries, is the day to honour the contribution of working-class men and women across the globe. Annually, on 1 May, people around the world take to the streets to...
How to protect your garden during winter Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean that gardening should stop. Johannesburg experiences fairly mild winters and provides the opportunity to tidy up for a healthy and ready garden for when the temperatures eventually turn. Luckily on 21...
Fight the flu this winter We’re days away from winter, and although preventing flu is not always possible, good hygiene, avoiding those who are sick, and getting a flu injection can help to minimise your risk. Cold vs Flu Let’s cover the basics and explain the difference between a cold and flu....
How to keep your kids busy this Easter It’s almost Easter, and you’re probably wondering how you’ll keep your children occupied during this holiday. Not only for their sake but also yours, we’re providing you with ideas on activities to stimulate their minds and to burn some of their excessive...
Coronavirus: Don’t panic, prevent Since the beginning of March, the Coronavirus, or scientifically known as COVID-19, had entered South Africa’s borders and many people are concerned about how the virus might spread and how to avoid further local transmissions. The government, organisations,...
Don’t you just love poems? It’s not the shallow chit-chats you find on the streets or the lengthy, monotonous newspaper articles that focus on the negatives… you only read it to complete it, and not because it adds any value to your life (except if it affects you directly, of course). This...
International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated annually on 8 March, this year being on a Sunday. It celebrates the social, cultural, economic and political achievements of women across the globe. The day not only aims to inspire people to act in the ongoing fight for gender equality but also...