From victim to inspirational speaker

In this month we feature an interview with Cindy Pivacic. You may have seen her giving talks in the Umhlanga area. She is a HIV awareness promoter, speaker, author and media personality. She herself is a victim of gender based violence. I managed to catch up with her and interview her. This is what she … Continue reading →

Travelling around Durban made easy

Heard about the People Mover Bus System in Durban? Mlungisi Wosiyana the Deputy Head of eThekwini Transport Authority gave us some insight into the People Mover and the transport system in Durban. Public transport is the backbone in all cities. The aim is for it to be safe, reliable, efficient, affordable and environmentally friendly. ‘We … Continue reading →

Plenty to Sea and Do at uShaka this September

uShaka Marine World have lined up some amazing events ahead of Heritage Day. Heritage Events Over the heritage holiday weekend, get in with the musical action and come to Durban’s favourite marine theme park where you will find an array of amazing shows to keep you entertained all day. Entertainment will be presented to guests … Continue reading →

Opportunities for Female Fashion Designers this Women’s Month

This month is Women’s Month a month to celebrate all that is women and there are some wonderful opportunities available for the women of eThekwini at the Durban Fashion Fair. First however let us hear from a fashion designer that has taken part in the Fair. I managed to catch up with Nassim Samma. (Nassim … Continue reading →

Free Dance Workshops for Durban

The JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience hosted by the Centre for Creative Arts (UKZN) offers an array of free dance and choreographic workshops during the 12 day feast of dance in its 21st edition, which takes place at various venues in Durban from August 27 to 8 September.  Wednesday 28 August Workshop facilitators: Sifiso Kweyama and … Continue reading →

Heard of Project #ShowUs ?

Dove started its life in 1957, with launch of the Beauty Bar, with its patented blend of mild cleansers and ¼ moisturising cream. Dove’s heritage is based on moisturisation – proof, not promises, grew Dove from a Beauty Bar into one of the world’s most beloved beauty brands. Women have always been the inspiration for … Continue reading →

Opportunities Galore With The Business Support Unit

Last week I attended the Community Media Forum presented by Ethekwini Municipality in Durban. They had a very interesting talk by Ms Nonhle Memela of the Business Support Tourism and Markets Unit of Ethekwini Municipality. She spoke on ‘Unleashing potential and talent in youth through municipal programmes.’ (The Youth Empowerment Agricultural Primary Co-op is just … Continue reading →

Ethekwini’s 2019/20 Budget Adopted

The call made by President Cyril Ramaphosa of “Thuma Mina” together with an emphasis to action local government’s mandate, resonated throughout the final Budget speech 2019/20 delivered by Mayor Zandile Gumede. The City’s R50.6billion consolidated budget was presented at a sitting of full council, on, 29 May 2019 at City Hall. “A lot has been … Continue reading →

Luvo Gugwana and his Aquaponics Project

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Review of Samsung Galaxy S10+

Recently I was invited by Samsung to try out their new Samsung Galaxy S10+ which has caused quite a few waves in the mobile world. There is not much this mobile phone cannot do. One of the big talking points is the wireless powershare which allows you to charge your Galaxy Buds or Galaxy Watch … Continue reading →