The (craft) art of community empowerment
Nana Wagner knows the story behind every creation on display at iThemba Crafts Art Gallery in Stellenbosch, where she...
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In typical Fung Fashion
Kelly Fung made a name for herself as the former editor-in-chief of Elle South Africa, and former fashion and...
Life is a runway: the journey of a fashion stylist
Mira Leibowitz’s first memories of fashion link back to her playing with silk scarves. She has since been fashion...
Ina Paarman on food fuelled by passion
Ina Paarman’s Kitchen is celebrating 40 years in the South African food industry. Founder, Ina Paarman, spoke to MatieMedia’s...
Nanette van Rooyen se reis na romans
Skryf vloei in Nanette van Rooyen se are. Sy het aanvanklik as ’n uitgewer gewerk en groot name in...
Bent but not broken: Blitzbok Lubs Dobela’s battles against injuries
An untimely groin injury earlier this year, brought Lubabalo “Lubs” Dobela’s Blitzbok dreams to a temporary standstill. After making...
‘Dis Altyd Lente’ for musician Nic Stevens
South African musician Nic Stevens is known for his 2006 hit song, arguably now known as the unofficial anthem...
In studio with architect John Wilson-Harris
Rejecting flashy forms in favour of buildings that prioritise integrating with their context, John Wilson-Harris – principal architect and...
What comes after Everest?
In March 2003 Sibusiso Vilane became the first black African to summit Mount Everest. This year, at the age...
Sally Andrew: On writing fiction, and having fun
Sally Andrew is the author of the crime-mystery “Tannie Maria” book series. She spoke to Chelsea Burnell about her...