Social (opinion) Articles

By Mumtaz Moosa Saley 28:10:2020 I walked every day for 30 days - this is what happened. We all walk every day, but in the last two years, I never walked to exercise. I have always been that person who would say I don’t have enough time yet spend mindless hours on...

Naseerah Nanabhai 27-10-2020 A good night’s sleep is essential for mental and physical health. A lack of adequate sleep leads to decreased cognitive abilities, can weaken focus and cause irritability. Not only do we require an adequate number of hours but also...

Naseerah Nanabhai 22-10-2020 Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been used for centuries and has a long history as a home remedy. It is made from crushed, distilled and fermented apples. Acetic acid is the active component of apple cider vinegar and is responsible for its...

By Naadiya Adams  21:10:2020 Divorce is a painful experience that all societies go through; according to experts, it is becoming more prevalent. The difference, however, is how we, as a society, respond to divorced couples and how we fight the stigma associated with...

By Zainub Jada Mental Health & Wellness Coach 21:10:20 Emotional Intelligence We probably all know people, either at work or in our personal lives, who are really good listeners. No matter what kind of situation we're in, they always seem to know just what to say...

By Mumtaz Moosa Saley 20:10:20 Spring was supposed to be the season of coolness and beautiful scenery; however, in the last few days, South Africa has been hit by a heatwave. I have decided to put out a challenge to my friends, family and communities to take empty...

By Annisa Essack 20:10:20 Her childhood was in a mixed community, labelled Coloured under Apartheid. Her entry into journalism was due to the urgings of a father who possibly recognised her talent before she did and her entrance into the University of Cape Town...