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BY MUFARO MHARIWA
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Sep 5, 2024
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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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Dec 4, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Forget TVs, Black Friday Is Becoming a Car-Buying Weekend
For most people, Black Friday means two things: a trolley full of things you definitely didn’t need, and a checkout page that mysteriously keeps refreshing while you pray that the last pair of size 8 trainers doesn’t vanish. But here’s the plot twist: Black Friday isn’t just about fashion, flatscreens and air fryers anymore. South Africans are now using it to buy… cars. AutoTrader’s latest data from 2024 quietly dropped a hint that we’re witnessing a shift in buying behaviour, and if you...
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Dec 2, 2025 ∙ 6 min
The Quiet Allure of EVs, Seen Through the Alfa Romeo Junior
The Alfa Romeo Junior proves that going electric doesn’t mean sacrificing style, performance, or that unmistakable Italian flair.
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Dec 1, 2025 ∙ 5 min
Meet Dr. Avashna Govender: The AI Strategist Empowering Youth, Women & Businesses
How Dr Avashna Govender is Using AI to Empower Youth, Women, and Businesses
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Dec 1, 2025 ∙ 7 min
8 Innovative Devices That Will Turn Your Home Into an Experience
Why settle for a house when you can live in an experience?
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Dec 1, 2025 ∙ 3 min
5 Cities That Are Already Living in the Future
These five cities are a glimpse of what’s next.
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Dec 1, 2025 ∙ 4 min
Review: Why the Nintendo Switch 2 Doesn’t Need to Change Much to Win
Nintendo Switch 2 full review: why less really is more.
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Dec 1, 2025 ∙ 5 min
iPhone Air Review: Apple's Latest Experiment
Should phones be thinner? The world seems to think so, and by “the world” I mean phone brands. OPPO has come out with a thin phone, Samsung has its own, Apple joined the party, and once one brand jumps on a gimmick the rest don’t waste time following. Now, let’s not just throw stones for the sake of it. Thinness is a gimmick, yes, but in some cases it’s needed. Look at folding phones: they have to be thin, otherwise you end up with a brick in your pocket. But regular phones? Hmm, I’m not...
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Dec 1, 2025 ∙ 4 min
Review: The Zenbook Duo OLED Is What Laptop Productivity Was Always Meant to Be
A full review of the Asus Zenbook Duo OLED; this one’s for the tab-hoarders who thrive in organized chaos.
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Dec 1, 2025 ∙ 3 min
The Smart Sleep Tech That’s Changing How South Africans Rest
This device is what you need to take control of your sleep, recovery, and overall wellbeing.
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Nov 24, 2025 ∙ 2 min
How YouTube and Vumatel Plan to Close South Africa’s Digital Gap
Mahesh Bhalareo, Director YouTube Product Partnerships EMEA (left) and Zunaid Mahomed, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer at MAZIV (right) YouTube and Vumatel, a MAZIV company, have announced a joint pilot programme designed to address digital inequality in South African township households by combining affordable fibre connectivity with connected TV access. The initiative launches in areas such as Alexandra Township in Johannesburg, where two thousand fibre connected homes will receive free...
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Nov 24, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Inside Sony’s Big Sound Moment: The ULT POWER SOUND Expansion Lands in SA
Sony didn’t just turn up the volume in Edenvale, they shook the room. Literally. The brand unveiled the newest additions to its ULT POWER SOUND range, and if you’re someone who believes bass should be felt in your chest, not just heard through your ears, this was the place to be. The event took place at SMD Technologies HQ, which already hinted this wasn’t going to be your standard corporate handshake-and-move-along launch. The morning kicked off with a warm welcome from Avi Mishan, Managing...
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Nov 21, 2025 ∙ 3 min
Why Melrose Arch Is the City’s Must-See Christmas Destination This Year
The trees are up, the lights are on, and the festive season is officially underway at Melrose Arch. Following the sold-out performances by the Drakensberg Boys Choir and the Chamber Orchestra of Johannesburg this past weekend, Melrose Arch has unveiled Destination Christmas 2025, its annual celebration that transforms Johannesburg’s most stylish precinct into a whimsical wonderland. Famous for its breathtaking European-style Christmas lights that turn the entire precinct into a sparkling...
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Nov 21, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Exactly How 2025 Should End: With Style, Flair and Endless Celebration
J.C. Le Roux is stepping into its ‘EXACTLY’ era with a refreshed outlook on what celebration truly means. The brand believes it is perfectly right to celebrate more often and express yourself more boldly, simply because everyday life deserves to be honoured. As South Africa’s iconic sparkling wine enters this new chapter, it is redefining the rules. You no longer need a milestone or a marked occasion. You can open a bottle because it is Friday, because you conquered your week, or simply...
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Nov 20, 2025 ∙ 5 min
Nissan Navara Stealth Review: The Pothole Hunter That Turns Heads
Photographer: Minazel Studio The Nissan Navara Stealth was the first bakkie I’ve ever received to review, and honestly, my first thought was, “Why on earth is a Stealth edition white?” Surely the whole point is to look like it’s about to disappear into the shadows, not glow like a lighthouse. But once I got over that, I realised something: this thing actually looks good. Really good. The front end has that aggressive, transformer-esque face that makes you feel as if the car is sizing you up...
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Nov 18, 2025 ∙ 3 min
How Focus Became the New Currency at Momentum’s “Science of Success” Masterclass
Momentum hosted its annual Science of Success Masterclass recently, turning a full day of learning into what felt like a festival of financial clarity. Even from the outside looking in, it was clear that this year’s event leaned heavily into one big theme: focus . Not the vague motivational-poster type, but the practical, measurable kind that actually moves households forward. The programme was stacked from early morning, split between the Ivory and Ebony auditoriums, with guests moving...
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Nov 17, 2025 ∙ 3 min
The Ideas Driving Africa’s Next Chapter of Innovation and Impact
Eduvos held its annual Research Indaba from 12 to 14 November 2025 at its Bedfordview Campus, bringing together scholars, students, and industry figures from across the continent. The three day gathering explored how technology, innovation, and sustainability can work together to drive real world impact in African communities. Aligned with the revised Eduvos Research Agenda for 2023 to 2027, this year’s Indaba focused on the theme “Research for Real World Impact: Empowering Sustainable...
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Nov 17, 2025 ∙ 2 min
How inDrive Is Rewriting the Rules of Ride-Hailing in South Africa
inDrive is taking a bold stand for South Africa’s ride-hailing drivers with a new initiative that lets them keep 99% of their earnings. Now live in Johannesburg and Pretoria, the 1% commission campaign is reshaping how the country views fairness and profit in the mobility sector. Running from 1 November to 31 December 2025, the initiative reinforces inDrive’s global commitment to driver empowerment and transparent pricing. It arrives at a time when many drivers across South Africa have voiced...
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Nov 14, 2025 ∙ 3 min
35 Thoughts I Had Watching The Running Man
Everyone knows Squid Game. That closed-off, survival-for-cash chaos where people with nothing left to lose gamble whatever’s left of their dignity for life-changing money. Alice in Borderland plays in the same space. The Running Man lives in that world too, but it takes a very different route. The film; originally a Stephen King novel, first adapted in 1987, and now reimagined in 2025 by Edgar Wright, follows the same familiar starting point: a desperate man chasing a payday big enough to...
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Nov 13, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Inside the Awards Shaping the Future of South African Classrooms
On 5 November, iStore Education hosted its 2025 Excellence in Education Awards , honouring the schools, teachers, and students redefining classroom creativity through Apple technology. Now in its 17th year, the Awards have become one of the most anticipated celebrations of innovation in teaching and learning, spotlighting how digital tools are being used to empower future-ready learners. This year saw a record 225 submissions from 32 schools across five provinces, narrowed down to 62...
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Nov 6, 2025 ∙ 3 min
Planet rAge: The Ultimate Geek Playground Returns
From 5–7 December 2025, the rooftop of Fourways Mall will become South Africa’s ultimate destination for gaming, tech, and digital culture. Level 8, the mall’s sleek covered rooftop, will transform into Planet rAge: New Orbit; a three-day mega event celebrating everything from video gaming and Esports to creative arts, smart tech, and geek culture. As one fan perfectly described it, rAge is “South Africa’s legendary playground of pixels, power-ups, and possibilities.” For three epic days,...
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Nov 6, 2025 ∙ 2 min
How The Capital Boardwalk is Redefining Coastal Luxury in Gqeberha
Gqeberha’s skyline is set for a landmark addition. Come April 2026, The Capital Boardwalk will open its doors as the city’s first true apartment hotel: a R270 million investment designed to transform the coastal destination into one of South Africa’s most vibrant hospitality hubs. Developed by The Capital Hotel Group, the project marks the brand’s debut in Gqeberha and a significant stride in its national expansion. But it’s more than a new address, it’s a lifestyle concept that blends...
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Nov 6, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Why ‘Designer Air’ Is the New Luxury Material in Architecture
The next frontier of luxury home design isn’t just about stone, wood, timber, or light; it’s about air. As architects and designers along South Africa’s coastline continue to push the limits of sustainable architecture, one invisible element has emerged as essential to achieving true comfort: controlled humidity. At the coast, high humidity is a constant design constraint. Even with careful orientation, deep shading, and cross-ventilation, premium homes often retain moisture. This results in...
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Nov 5, 2025 ∙ 2 min
OPPO’s Find X9 Pro: A Flagship Powerhouse Lands in South Africa
On the 5th of November, OPPO officially launched its new flagship, the Find X9 Pro , at a charming restaurant tucked in the heart of Melrose. It was an intimate media gathering, complete with good food, warm conversation, and a sense of anticipation that built up to the moment the device was unveiled. The Find X9 Pro is the first device from OPPO’s global Find X Series to officially launch in South Africa, and it marks a major milestone for the brand; a confident leap into the country’s...
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Nov 3, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Spar SaveMor Opens in Mdantsane, Making Affordable Shopping Accessible
The SPAR Group has officially opened the doors to its newly revamped SaveMor store in Mdantsane, a retail destination designed to uplift and serve the community through accessibility, affordability, and local empowerment. At a time when South African households are spending an increasing share of their income on essentials, and where inflation, unemployment, and global uncertainty continue to weigh on family budgets, SaveMor aims to ease the strain by offering quality products at prices that...
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