The story behind one of Africa’s oldest instruments, and how to get your hands on the ‘talking drum’ in the Mother City

Erf 81 is a historic gem in Tamboerskloof. Volunteer at the foster farm, work in the Tyisa Nabanye garden or visit the Sunday market to make a difference.

The Maker Movement has arrived on our shores offering way more than just child’s play and tinkering in your garage 

A brief look at the history of Kaaps and the origins of Afrikaans

"Each of us is as intimately attached to the soil of this beautiful country" – Nelson Mandela

You can take everything away from South Africa, but you can’t stop us from dancing

Stomp, spin and step got you confused?

Howzit bru? Here’s the lekker lowdown on local lingos and the official language of South Africa  

A myth of mountainous proportions

Nelson “Madiba” Mandela, living legend , great toyi-toyer, icon of a nation, all while wearing a funky shirt

South African traditional healers under the moral microscope

The word "Ubuntu’’ gets thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean?

Wondering about the World Cup Waltz? We investigate the 2010 soccer dance

Ever wondered about the instrumental madness that has swept South Africa?

Ever wondered what the deal is with the style of song dominating the local music scene?

Table Mountain has been nominated as one of the 'New 7 Wonders of Nature' - so help it into the final 7 by voting for it!

Introducing South Africa's inspirational soccer anthem to the world

Ever wondered why Cape Town is referred to as the Mother City?

Local and lekker – Taste the difference in South African beer