Zolani Mahola: many names and one purpose
Zolani Mahola is one of South Africa’s most prominent singers. She is best known for her time as the...
Category: Women
SU campaign raises awareness around breast cancer
Stellenbosch University’s (SU) Campus Health Services (CHS) recently offered free clinical breast examinations for staff and students, in honour...
Sexism in online gaming: “Anybody can play”, but…
Recent research from Statista shows that, as of 2022, approximately 1.3 million South Africans make use of gaming networks...
What comes after being a trophy wife?
In this humorous South African theatre production, a former housewife deals with loss, experiences self-growth, explores the modern dating...
REVIEW: Katvis’ deceptively stunning ode to anguish
Anton Scholtz and Micheal Minnie’s short film, Katvis, has a run time of just 24 minutes. Despite its brevity,...
Zoë Kruger: ‘I didn’t even think it was possible’
Zoë Kruger has travelled far and wide since her first meeting with a racket in her grandmother’s garage. Today,...
Climate biologist Wendy Foden’s fight against eco-anxiety
Wendy Foden is a world-renowned climate biologist, and a fighter of climate change. Foden speaks to MatieMedia about eco-anxiety, and about sustainable habits for climate change researchers.
Mamma Mia! ABBA vs Taylor Swift event supports local cause
A local non-profit organisation (NGO) that supports vulnerable children and families recently benefited from an ABBA versus Taylor Swift fundraising event in Stellenbosch.
Inexperienced Maties rugby team thrives in dominant display
The Maties Women’s Rugby team was dominant in its recent victory over the Elto-Towers Kuils River Rugby Football Club’s...
Sally Little: A trailblazer for women’s golf
With 15 wins on the LPGA tour, including two major championships, Sally Little stands out as South Africa’s greatest...