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BY MUFARO MHARIWA
Business and Lifestyle
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Sep 5, 2024
Mufaro Mhariwa is MOG’s Business and Lifestyle writer. Though initially drawn to the field of IT, which he studied for a time, Mufaro ultimately discovered his true passion in the world of writing. Deeply spiritual, Mufaro finds peace and guidance through reading and meditating on the Bible. In his pursuit of physical strength and well-being, he maintains (or tries to) a disciplined routine at the gym.
When he isn’t writing and reading, you can find him outside drenched in sweat. Mufaro is a sports enthusiast and enjoys playing soccer, tennis, padel, basketball, table tennis, and swimming. He also has a love/hate relationship with running. His athletic talent was evident from a young age, having played for the Manchester United Academy at 11. With a rich background in writing, Mufaro aims to produce enriching content that not only educates the reader but answers all their questions.
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Aug 18, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Why Women’s Safety On South Africa’s Roads Requires More Than Technology
Every August, South Africa celebrates the achievements and resilience of women, with this year carrying even greater significance as the country marks 70 years since the historic 1956 Women’s March, when 20,000 women united to challenge laws that restricted their freedom of movement. For many women, however, Women’s Month also brings an uncomfortable reminder that freedom of movement is still experienced differently depending on who you are. Ask almost any woman about going out at night to...
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Aug 17, 2026 ∙ 7 min
Jetour X70 Plus Review: The Family SUV That Got Better For Less
Having had the pleasure of driving the Dashing as my first ever test car, I had high hopes for the X70 Plus. Unfortunately, this time it wasn't going to be a surprise because I had already attended the launch of the facelifted X70 Plus and Dashing, so I knew what to expect from this car in terms of the drive. Still, this particular X70 Plus was brand new, with less than 1,000km on the clock, and finished in a shiny onyx black with silver and chrome accents. It genuinely felt like I was...
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Aug 11, 2026 ∙ 4 min
Changemakers Driving Innovation to Feature at Singularity Summit South Africa 2026
New speaker line-up brings together leading voices in AI, robotics, digital transformation and African innovation, with women playing a prominent role in shaping the future of technology. The future of innovation will not be shaped by technology alone. It will depend on the people developing new ideas, challenging conventional thinking and finding practical ways to use emerging technologies to solve real-world problems. That conversation will take centre stage at the Singularity Summit South...
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Jul 29, 2026 ∙ 7 min
Bayer Calls For a New Approach to Self-Care in an Increasingly Stressful World
For many people, self-care is still associated with a massage, a spa day or finally booking that haircut you've been putting off for weeks. While those things certainly have their place, they only scratch the surface of what self-care really means. That was one of the biggest takeaways from Bayer's recent International Self-Care Day media roundtable, where healthcare professionals, media and industry representatives gathered to discuss why looking after ourselves has become more important...
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Jul 24, 2026 ∙ 8 min
Jetour T2 Review: Not a Defender Pretender
When Jetour launched its T Series in late 2025, there was little doubt about which model would become the crowd favourite. The T2 immediately stole the spotlight, and months later that prediction has proven correct. It is the one you see most often on South African roads, and after spending two weeks living with it, it's easy to understand why. On paper, the T2 should not have surprised me. Having attended the launch, I already knew it shared almost everything with the T1. The same...
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Jul 16, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Pura 90s Series leads Huawei's latest wave of AI-powered devices
Huawei has expanded its flagship ecosystem with the global launch of the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series, introducing a new smartphone designed around advanced photography and creative expression alongside the new HUAWEI MatePad Air and HUAWEI FreeClip 2 Special Edition. The devices were unveiled during Huawei's flagship global launch event in Dubai, where the company showcased its latest hardware innovations aimed at photographers, creators, professionals and everyday users seeking a more connected...
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Jul 14, 2026 ∙ 2 min
How South Africa's Supercar Community Is Driving Rhino Conservation
South Africa's passion for performance cars will once again serve a greater purpose when the Supercar Rhino Run returns on 19 July, bringing more than 150 of the country's most desirable supercars to the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in support of rhino conservation. Now entering its fifth year, the annual charity event has grown from a small convoy of around 30 vehicles into one of South Africa's largest automotive fundraising initiatives. For the first time, the event will be hosted at...
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Jul 9, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Why Luxury Spirits Brands Are Investing in South African Fashion
The Hollywoodbets Durban July has evolved into far more than South Africa's premier horse racing event. It has become one of the country's biggest showcases of fashion, music, luxury and creative talent, with global brands increasingly using the occasion to celebrate local culture rather than simply promote products. Among this year's standout activations was Don Julio, which built its Durban July presence around the idea of craftsmanship, bringing together fashion designers, artists and...
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Jul 7, 2026 ∙ 2 min
How Mercedes-Benz Vans Turned the Durban July Into a Luxury Experience
The Hollywoodbets Durban July once again proved why it remains one of South Africa's biggest celebrations of fashion, entertainment and culture, with luxury brands using the event as a platform to create memorable experiences beyond the racecourse. Among them was Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa, which partnered with Durban-born musician and entrepreneur DJ Tira for this year's event before bringing the collaboration to life through a series of experiences during the weekend. Rather than...
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Jun 29, 2026 ∙ 2 min
ASICS Blends Music, Movement and Fashion With New Griff Collaboration
ASICS SportStyle is expanding its creative collaborations with the launch of the GEL-CUMULUS 16 by Griff, a new sneaker project that brings together the worlds of music, movement and personal expression. The collaboration sees the performance heritage of ASICS combined with the creative perspective of British singer-songwriter Griff, creating a design that explores the emotional connection between movement, creativity and wellbeing. At the centre of the project is ASICS’ founding philosophy,...
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Jun 19, 2026 ∙ 9 min
Audi A5 Sedan Review: The Beautiful Sedan Nobody Needs, But Many Will Want
There are some cars you admire through pictures and videos, and then there are cars that stop you in your tracks the moment they arrive. The Audi A5 Sedan was firmly the latter. I had seen it online before, but never properly on the road. When this one finally arrived, finished in Daytona Grey Pearl Effect with a tan interior, my jaw genuinely dropped. Audi’s new design language is something to behold. The car is sleek, luxurious, elegant and sharp all at once. It feels expensive before you...
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Jun 15, 2026 ∙ 8 min
Mazda CX-30 Active Edition Review: The Base Model That Doesn't Feel Basic
My relationship with Mazda goes back long before I started reviewing cars. Growing up, my dad owned a Mazda 626 before later moving into a Mazda B2500 Eagle. Neither ever gave him any problems, which helped build a positive impression of the brand from an early age. During my time reviewing cars, my experience with Mazda has been limited to the CX-60 range. The CX-30 Active Edition therefore represented something different. Not only was it my first time driving Mazda's compact crossover, but...
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Jun 12, 2026 ∙ 4 min
How Being Kind Is Building a Movement, Not Just a Brand
In a country where youth unemployment remains one of South Africa’s most pressing challenges, a growing number of brands are being called upon to stand for something bigger than the products they sell. For Being Kind, that mission is woven into the brand's DNA. Co-founded by Carmen-Kaye Lambrechs and developed under the Great Africa Group, Being Kind is positioning itself as more than just another personal care brand. Instead, it is building its identity around confidence, self-belief and...
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May 29, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Sony’s New 1000X THE COLLEXION Blends Luxury Design With Elite Audio
Sony has long been known for making some of the easiest headphones to recommend. From the hugely successful WH-1000XM4 through to the latest WH-1000XM6, Sony consistently stuck to a formula that worked: exceptional noise cancelling, great sound quality, lightweight comfort and genuinely portable everyday usability. While competitors chased ultra-premium materials and heavier designs, Sony focused on making headphones people could comfortably wear all day, something products like the Apple...
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May 26, 2026 ∙ 6 min
Why Alfa Romeo’s Simola 2026 Campaign Meant More Than Podiums
The Simola Hillclimb has never been the kind of event where brands can survive on heritage alone. Between the unforgiving one-run pressure, the mix of supercars and purpose-built machinery, and the sheer unpredictability of the weekend, reputations are tested as quickly as lap times are set. That was especially true at the 2026 edition of the event, where Alfa Romeo South Africa arrived with something to prove. What followed became one of the more quietly impressive campaigns of the weekend....
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May 25, 2026 ∙ 12 min
Can You Really Live With an EV in South Africa Today? I Tried It
When the news of the latest fuel price increases broke, it didn’t matter what you were doing or where you were. You heard about it. Whether it was on the news, in newspapers, or buried somewhere between TikTok scrolls, it found you. That’s the reality of transportation in South Africa. It affects everyone. Personally, I don’t own a car, so the news didn’t hit me immediately. But then it clicked. If fuel goes up, e-hailing prices follow. And suddenly, something that felt distant becomes very...
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May 15, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Sony Expands Its Creator Arsenal With New Alpha Camera and G Master Lens
Sony has announced two major additions to its imaging lineup with the launch of the new Alpha 7R VI mirrorless camera and the FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM OSS telephoto lens, both aimed squarely at professional photographers, filmmakers and hybrid creators. Together, the launches signal Sony’s continued focus on high-resolution imaging, faster autofocus performance and tools designed for increasingly demanding creative workflows. Leading the announcement is the new Alpha 7R VI, the sixth generation...
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May 12, 2026 ∙ 1 min
Nintendo Expands the Splatoon Universe with Splatoon Raiders
Nintendo is pushing the Splatoon franchise in a new direction with the upcoming release of Splatoon Raiders, a single-player focused action shooter designed to welcome both long-time fans and newcomers. Set across the mysterious Spirhalite Islands, the game places players in the role of a mechanic tasked with navigating high-stakes raids, salvaging loot and uncovering the secrets of a new frontier within the Splatoon universe. Unlike previous entries that leaned heavily on multiplayer,...
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May 11, 2026 ∙ 13 min
Do We Really Need Big Displays in Cars? Volvo Weighs In
Editor's Note: "This is a limited series exploring one question: do we really need big screens in cars? As this trend unfolds, we’ll be speaking to key voices across leading car brands to understand the thinking behind the trend and whether it’s here to stay or ready to be left behind. For our second installment, we sat down with Volvo." Newer cars are arriving with bigger screens, and you do not have to look far to see it. Compare the current generation of Mercedes-Benz C-Class to the one...
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May 8, 2026 ∙ 3 min
This Mother’s Day, Bonang Matheba Celebrates the Power of Matriarchs
Mother’s Day means something different to every woman, but for Bonang Matheba, it is rooted in legacy, community and the women who shaped her life long before the world knew her name. In a heartfelt reflection, the House of BNG founder opens up about being raised by strong matriarchs, the lessons they passed down through generations, and why celebrating mothers in South Africa goes far beyond a single day. More than 42% of South African households are run by women. Children are raised not...
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May 4, 2026 ∙ 4 min
What It Really Takes to Power an Alfa Romeo Team at Simola Hillclimb
After any race, the focus tends to settle on the obvious. The results, the standout images, the moments that get replayed and shared. It is what most people remember. But there is an entire layer that exists just before and during the race, one that rarely makes it into those highlights. The preparation, the small routines, and the decisions that shape how a team shows up on the day. Spend a little time looking into that world, and the results begin to take on a different meaning. For teams...
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Apr 14, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Why Thailand Is Becoming the World’s Go-To Recovery Destination
Medical tourism is no longer just about treatment. It is about recovery, experience, and increasingly, how patients feel long after they leave the hospital. With demand for cost-effective, high-quality healthcare continuing to rise, countries like Thailand remain at the forefront. But over the past decade, the country’s appeal has expanded beyond clinical excellence into something far more comprehensive, a model that blends medical care with holistic wellness. This shift reflects a broader...
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Apr 13, 2026 ∙ 4 min
A Landmark R750m Investment Lands in Waterfall City
On the 3rd of February 2026, Fireroom at Mall of Africa became the stage for what could prove to be one of Gauteng’s most significant hospitality announcements in recent years. Against a backdrop of quiet confidence and sharp business intent, Attacq Limited and Rabie Property Group formally unveiled the Waterfall City Conference Centre and Hotel, a R750 million development set to reshape South Africa’s business events landscape. The investment stands among the largest recent capital...
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Apr 12, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Absa Increases Fuel Cashback as Prices Hit South Africans Hard
As fuel prices continue to climb, Absa has moved to ease some of the pressure on consumers by increasing cashback rewards on fuel spend. From 1 April 2026, petrol prices rose by more than R3 per litre, with diesel climbing even higher. For many South Africans, fuel remains one of the most significant monthly expenses, directly affecting commuting, business operations and everyday mobility. In response, Absa Rewards has increased its fuel earn cap by R2,000. The temporary adjustment will run...
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