Instagram puts Sun City on social media map

Sun City ranks among the top 15 most picturesque casinos in the world on Instagram.

This is according to www.bestcasinosites.net, which sought to find gambling spots that inspire the most posts on the social media site.

DStv Compact subscribers in for a treat as The Wife premiers

Record-breaking Showmax drama series The Wife is set to premier on Mzansi Magic on September 12.

M-Net announced yesterday afternoon that the hit show will air three nights a week and Compact subscribers can catch it from Monday to Wednesday at 9.30pm.

Designer-sold belts, sunglasses at taxi ranks, now his suits cost no less than R10 000

Receiving a suit as a gift to wear on Christmas Day from his father back in 1989 is what triggered a passion for fashion in designer Calvin Shilabje.

Upholding his childhood dream, Shilabje's was set on shaking up the industry with his own designs of bespoke suits.

Soweto Kota Festival grows bigger and better

Taking place on September 3 and 4 at the Elkah Cricket Oval in Rockville, the festival is aiming to add "even more" to the consumer experience.

The Kota Festival provides a platform for up-and-coming local chefs and outlets to showcase their offerings, while ensuring a fun day for families and friends in and around Soweto!

Thebe Magugu remains humble despite stardom in fashion

Anna Wintour, known as the pope of the fashion world, has turned thousands of designers into superstars by giving them her stamp of approval in American Vogue magazine.

There is only one SA designer who has her ready on speed dial and his name is Thebe Magugu.

Thuli Thabethe to take over Busi Lurayi's role on #Scandal

Actress Busi Lurayi's untimely death left many of the projects she was working on unfinished.

One was her role on the e.tv daily drama Scandal!

Woman used chemical engineering background to turn waste into compost

Thandiwe Mchunu is tapping into her background as a chemical engineer to turn food waste into compost for her emerging farm.

Born in the agriculturally vibrant village of Mahlongwa, near Umkomaas in KwaZuluNatal's south coast, Mchunu says her decision to study chemicals was to help marginalised communities, particularly women, to produce food cheaper.

#ProductReview: Bioharmony Bio-Milk Thistle is formulated for maximum #liver protection

The liver plays a critical role in maintaining good health. Silymarin, the active ingredient in Milk Thistle seed extract, is directly responsible for the health benefits that Milk Thistle provides. 

However most of the Milk Thistle supplements available do not contain enough nor do they measure the amount of Silymarin in the Milk Thistle extract, and are thefore not providing the required levels of protection and regeneration essential for liver health. 

Wiseman Mncube talks about his new role as Mqhele on #TheWifeShowmax

Wiseman Mncube famous for his roles as Sibonelo in Uzalo and Jama in eHostela has officially replaced Bonko Khoza as Mqhele Zulu in hit telenovela The Wife.

Production company Stained Glass confirmed on Monday that Mncube will assume the role in the third season of the Showmax show set to premiere in November.

Eastern Cape wine entrepreneur starts her own wine brand #Makhumalo

After her mother's car was repossessed, their home sold and they moved to Motherwell NU9, Sfiso Macozoma opted to go against the grain by establishing a wine range to support herself and motivate those around her to pursue their dreams.

The name of the range, Makhumalo, was inspired by Macozoma's mother's clan name.

The classic way to enjoy #Inverroche Amber Gin

Any day is always a perfect moment to raise a glass to the brilliant spirit that is GIN, whether it's in a cocktail, a G&T or neat as part of a sampling.

When it comes to Inverroche Amber Gin, there is a smarter way to enjoy this sumptuous gin. 

Serena Williams sets boundaries for mental fitness

Serena Williams needs "shut down" time and sets strict "boundaries" to protect her "mental fitness".

The tennis ace has opened up about her mental health in a candid chat with pop star Selena Gomez and revealed she has spent years trying to protect herself by allocating herself periods of time when she can switch off and recharge, but she still wants to work harder on self-care.

Afro Poetry Times August 2022 edition has the knack for great #poetry

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it's writing redefined - it's the beauty of poetry unboxed.

Inspiration from poetry knows now boundaries. Get the digital copy #August copy of the Afro Poetry Times magazine from #PressReader. Be inspired through poetry!

Dinner's in the bag with #Nandos

Nando's has added two new flavours to their Bag & Bake range, putting the power of PERi-PERi cooking into everyone's hands. 

These flavours – Paprika Citrino and Smokey Churrasco – allow customers to spice up their home-cooked meals with the brand's signature Afro-Portuguese fusion flavour.

Benard Parker says his still an elite player

In South African football, once you tip over into the 30s, it simply means you are nearing the twilight of your career and teams are quick to discard players.

This does not sit well with Bernard Parker, who is of the view that footballers should be judged on what they bring to the table and that age should not be a factor.

Unathi Nkayi goes bare

Media personality and former Idols judge Unathi Nkayi has embraced her body beauty in a stunning new image. 

Unathi has always been candid about her body and she recently took fans on a journey where she detailed her transformation journey. 

Cape Fynbos Gin - #Gin with a true South African palate

What first caught my attention with Cape Fynbos Gin is the beautiful packaging and labeling and of course, this set my expectations for the gin itself.

Well I am pleased to report that the gin, both the Citrus and the standard gin, are lovely.

#Review: #!Karri Dry Mead has the Va Voom for any occasion

Abv: 12%

Style: Dry Mead

Price per bottle: R149.99

Availability: Online and liquor outlets

#Launch - Shining the spotlight on SA's women creators

From the launch of a pan-continental show beaming our creativity to millions to a brunch by a global streaming service spreading homegrown song across the world, the power of telling African stories felt like a common thread on the social diary this week.

On Wednesday morning I found myself on top of a 20storey Sandton building in a room with floor-to-ceiling views of the city.

Focus should be on #KZN revival

Organized business in KwaZulu-Natal says it is important for the province's new administration, led by new Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube, to hit the ground running and attend to the province's pressing needs, namely resuscitating and getting the KZN economy up and running again.

Katlego Maboe: The most beloved man on the SA internet #FridayFeeling #KatIsBack

The fame of Katlego Maboe transcended into black culture even though it was never directly marketed towards the demographic.

From his a cappella group Flip a Coin to taking centre stage on Expresso, Maboe is not just the face of the brands he works with, he is the face of SA's ubuntu. 

Fikile Mbalula and his team are doing a sterling job!

It is a step in the right direction for the long overdue service delivery.

It is promising that the government is doing what it's supposed to have done long time ago.

Minister of transport Fikile Mbalula is right when he says it does not take protests and destruction of infrastructure to do what is expected of them [as government leaders].

#Review: !KARRI – Sweet Mead has that #FridayFeeling X-factor

Abv: 12%

Style: Sweet Mead

Price per bottle: R149.00

Availability: Online and selected liquor outlets

Nose: It has a dominant sherry nose with beautiful floral aromas

A case of the Have's and the Have Not's as community members refuse to share water

Water is becoming a scarce commodity in Bronkhorstspruit as tensions are brewing between two communities in Zithobeni.

Residents of the Zithobeni Heights, an informal settlement, have been without water as their tanks have not been filled by the municipality for nearly three weeks.

#ProductReview: #Ayanda Naturals luxury soap takes the crown. #GirlTalkZA

This local business focuses on natural, cruelty-free skincare products. 

Watch Indian Matchmaking on #Netflix

Mumbai's premier matchmaker Sima Taparia helps single millennials from around the globe to find their perfect match. 

#ProductReview - Skin rejuvenation at its best with Diego dalla Palma’s Gommage Scrub. #GirlTalkZA

The skin's needs depend on environmental factors. 

Diego dalla Palma's Gommage Scrub is ideal for every skin type, including sensitive, and contains ingredients such as banana, which has exfoliating and antioxidant properties and fruit enzymes. 

#WomensDay: Iconic Nelson Mandela shirt gets a feminine makeover

The iconic Madiba shirt made famous by former president Nelson Mandela has evolved into a feminine version to give women the chance to flaunt his aesthetic and identify with his values.

Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp launches "boardroom besties"

Award-winning radio and TV host Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp launched her new podcast, Boardroom Besties —"a podcast about women who inspire us" on August 3.

Coinciding with Women's Month in SA, the podcast is meant to create a safe space for women by women to share ideas and empower one another.

#WineReview: Du Toitskloof Pinotage is also great with a #Braai

Abv: 14%

Style: Red Wine

Price per bottle: R86

Availability: Online and liquor outlets

High tech classroom will lay the foundation

FLOREAT Primary School pupils in Retreat will now be able to learn about coding and robotics in their new laboratory.

The school became the 7th in South Africa to have the 4IR STREAM (Science, Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Aeronautics, and Mathematics) laboratory which was launched by Sakhikamva Foundation on Tuesday.

Hefty jail sentences handed down on cable thieves

Street light and copper cable thieves have been sentenced in the Drakenstein Municipality.

In the first case, three men were convicted in the Wellington Magistrate's Court for the theft of street light cables and other items.

Get you game on to win a Toyota Fortuner

The Toyota Fortuner Challenge sounds like it's a lot of fun centred around the Fortuner, but it's a lot more than that.

It's heaps of fun on the day, probably more so for the spectators than the participants as they sweat it out to earn the right to drive off with a Fortuner that evening.

#Review: KWV Five year old brandy is smoothness guaranteed

KWV 5 Year Old Brandy Bottle is a testament to the band's flexibility. This premium brandy is sculpted and made by an experienced Brandy Master after being double distilled and aged for at least 5 years in tiny French Oak barrels. 

Gqeberha-born Whitebooi lands gold

Gqeberha-born Michaela Whitebooi bagged gold at the Commonwealth Games yesterday as gymnastics, judo and lawn bowls joined Team SA's medal party.

Judoka Whitebooi, who started the sport at Booysen Park Judo Club in the Bay and is now a member of Tuks' team in Pretoria, clinched the victory over India's Shushila Devi Likmabam with a golden score Waza-ari after they had ended without scoring in regulation time.

introducing Be You by Boity Thulo

One of the country's biggest celebrity's, Boity Thulo, is excited to launch BE YOU, together with hair extension company Frontrow. Inspired by the many expectations placed on women today, Boity could identify with what the BE YOU range hopes to achieve. "We have to be strong; we have to be independent, we are moms, wives, we have to look made-up, but not too made-up, and all we really should be is whoever we want to be," explains Thulo.

Thuli Madonsela joins Miss South Africa

Former public protector Thuli Madonsela and former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi, as well as radio and TV personality Thando Thabethe, will be judges for the 2022 Miss SA.

They are part of an allwoman judging panel that includes reigning Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu of India, former Miss World Rolene Strauss, award-winning journalist Devi Sankaree Govender and former Miss SA Suzette van der Merwe.

Makhadzi, Boity, Nadia Nakai set to perform at Miss SA finale

The Miss South Africa 2022 finale is going to be a star-studded event with a line-up that offers a blend of top South African artists.

A new queen will be crowned on Saturday, August 13, at Sun International's flagship venue, the SunBet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria.