Jenna Solomon

It may be winter, but these Highveld festivals radiate creativity and warmth. Spanning Gauteng and the Free State, events are taking place across the colder months. There’s an emphasis on the arts across both provinces, though you’ll also find lots of delicious food on the menu. There’s even one that’s all about champagne and chocolate… The event programmes are varied, featuring top local performers, as well as a couple of GRAMMY winners.

Youth with intellectual disability face steep barriers to employment and support in South Africa. Yet, they are often forgotten in public discussions about unemployment. Having an intellectual disability (ID) limits a person’s ability to learn and execute daily tasks. Roughly 4% of South Africans are affected by some level of ID, ranging from mild to profound.

There’s a reason glamping in South Africa is on the rise. The blending of glamour and camping offers all the comfort of a luxurious hotel and a sense of closeness to nature. South Africa is often described as a “world in one country”, thanks to the variety of stunning landscapes our country boasts. That’s certainly true when it comes to the best glamping spots in the land. Treetop canopy? Coastal gem? Sparse desert landscape?