Zisanda Nkonkobe
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Past articles by Zisanda:
‘Ancestral Voices’ preserving history, culture and language
Dispatch article on Menziwa Balfour leads to family contacting project leaders busy recording historical treasures → Read More
Weight of words: Just what does it mean to be ‘PC’?
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “mind your language”? → Read More
How to protect your kids from the dreaded ‘crèche syndrome’
Douse the torches and stow the pitchforks — the village monster has been bagged and tagged. → Read More
Beware when putting your cute kiddie photos online
My son was less than an hour old when he made his social media debut. → Read More
Eating right can take a bite out of health problems
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” goes a centuries-old tale from our legendary, faceless, “old wives”. → Read More
Beauty knows no pain or shame for some, but for others the hair issue goes deep
If I say crucifixion, cement shoes or thumb screws, what immediately comes to mind? Torture, of course. This grand selection of torture devices and techniques is how those in power in ages past would bring the naughty to heel. Growing up, my most respected torture device came in a green plastic container not much bigger than the palm of my hand. → Read More
Side hustles commonplace as people do what they can for a pay day
I suppose the entire process could be likened to a hen laying an egg. → Read More
Eastern Cape designer Masonwabe Ntloko’s rug collection sells out in 2 days
Beautiful works of art do not have to be limited to the walls of a gallery or one’s home or work space. → Read More
Fertility levels decline, but technology gives hope to those who want kids
It could be that the dystopian predictions movie directors have fed us for years may become a reality. → Read More
Thousands turn out to support loved ones in taxing event
The mood was jovial and upbeat as friends and family came out in their thousands to support participants of this year’s Standard Bank Ironman 70.3 South Africa. → Read More
Global craze for beautiful, long-lasting nails could have a hidden price
It has become the new normal for thousands of women the world over: dazzling, brightly- coloured nails buffed to perfection. → Read More
Living in style at 45
Situated on the coast between Gonubie and Chintsa East is Waterside Country Village, an over 45’s estate which adds a touch of glamour to retirement. → Read More
Law clear on new domestic worker wage
Where you live in will no longer determine how much you pay the woman who cleans your house, irons your clothes, cooks your meals or looks after your children. → Read More
Rule No.1: don’t panic if all’s not well
What happens if, despite your frantic matric exams preparations and giving your best in the exam room, you receive a fail mark? What happens if you pass, but just not well enough to pursue the degree you want? Or better, what if your pass mark is so high it exceeds your wildest expectations? Education expert Dr Gillian Mooney, dean of academic development and support at the Independent Institute… → Read More
Tips on how to keep your cool with visiting relatives at Christmas time
For some it’s about sleeping in, frenzied shopping trips to overcrowded malls, a food overload and boozy days next to the pool – but for others the festive season is a time of great emotional turmoil. This is not the case just for the lonely. It’s very often those with relatives who experience the most stress during the festive season. → Read More
Time to turn the tables
Save the red and white for Valentine’s Day and try something different for your Christmas table this year. Karen Heuer, manager of Lush Events Planner and a florist by trade, does a modern table set-up as aesthetically pleasing to the eye as your Christmas lunch will hopefully be. Playing with hues of blue, white and dusky pink set against a floral backdrop as the main theme of the table… → Read More
VW offers the chance of a lifetime
Ever been tempted to walk away from your current job to pursue your dreams but are terrified to leave your salary behind? The Volkswagen (VW) Touareg sabbatical could be your answer. The three-month sabbatical opportunity, announced by the motoring giant earlier this week, allows one South African candidate the opportunity to take three months off from their job with an allowance of R100,000 per… → Read More
Watering holes offer brilliant cocktails
Searching East London for a total of 15 cocktails: we plotted, we travelled and we sipped around so we could bring you the best alcoholic concoctions the city has to offer. Watering holes across Buffalo City Metro have it all – from spicy, sweet, tangy and fruity to salty. There are the classics such as a Mojito plus variants from the Daiquiri family, with some new tastes which include the Zish… → Read More
Christmas choices revealed
Dear Santa, please don't bring sweets, toys, alcohol or cards for Christmas this year. Instead, South Africans would rather have their pick of jewellery, money, clothes or perfume. This is according to the results of an online survey conducted by e-commerce company Picodi earlier this month. The survey, conducted with a total of 210 people at the start of December, revealed not just what South… → Read More
Christmas kicks off in EL with big music show
Thousands of music lovers descended on Buffalo City Cricket Stadium on Sunday to attend the much-anticipated 10th anniversary of the Buyel’Ekhaya Pan African Music Show. By 2pm traffic in and around the stadium was at a complete standstill as hordes of motorists tried to find parking amid pedestrians toting camp chairs and cooler boxes. → Read More