Create a lasting legacy through simple, meaningful projects that preserve memories, ease grief, and celebrate life—before and after loss.

Discover 2025 Christmas markets across South Africa – from Cape Town to Gauteng and beyond – with handmade gifts, festive food and fun family days out.

Discover five simple, meaningful ways to build social connection later in life—featuring real activities that helped my mother find community and joy.

In this article I share three simple, everyday things you can do to keep your joints strong and happy. I always find it easier to follow advice when I understand why it matters, so let’s start with a quick look at how joints work and what they need to stay healthy, strong, and pain-free. How a joint works Most joints have six main parts: Two bones that meet – for example, in your knee, the thigh bone on top fits onto the shin bone below. Cartilage covering the ends of the

Discover how embracing the awareness of death can deepen your appreciation for life. Inspired by Paulo Coelho’s Veronika Decides to Die, this reflective piece explores emotional growth, letting go of expectations, and living with intention—fuelled by the practices and insights of a death doula. A thoughtful invitation to face mortality, find meaning, and choose a life that truly feels your own.

Robert Louis Stevenson famously said, “wine is bottled poetry”. One cannot help but get poetic about our wine industry in South Africa. We have access to top quality wines at affordable prices and a visit to a wine farm promises a pleasant experience for the whole family. In this article, I put the spotlight on wine farms offering pensioners’ discounts! The wine farms featured here are located in Stellenbosch, Wellington, Paarl, Somerset West and Robertson. I plan to tell

Curious where to find the best prices on your everyday staples? We reveal the results from our recent reader poll and compare them with our own price checks — find out which store truly offers the best deals!

Whether you’ve always wanted to make a difference or are inspired to become a post-mortem hero, learn why organ donation matters in South Africa.

Decluttering for retirement doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Discover simple, empowering tips to downscale, organise your home, and embrace a lighter, joy-filled lifestyle — inspired by the Marie Kondo method.

Celebrate International Day of Older Persons on 1 October by honoring the vital role of seniors in society. Discover key UN facts, South African initiatives, and ways to appreciate the contributions of older people while raising awareness of their needs

Discover Cape Town’s best hiking trails chosen by a seasoned hiking club. Get practical tips, stunning photos, and inspiration for mountain climbs or easy walks.

We found some amazing birthday freebies and specials for you to enjoy in Johannesburg and the greater Gauteng area.