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We have already entered the New Year and surely by now most of us have set our resolutions for the New Year. But for how long will we keep those promises to ourselves? Probably we did set resolutions for the previous year, but some didn’t achieve them, which is the reason behind setting new ones for this year, hoping everything will turn out as we wish. But the truth is that we can achieve anything as long as we set our minds to it, long-term. However, that has never been an easier task. Let’s take for example, you want to lose weight, started January eating salads and being on a diet, but will you still be eating like that in June? Let’s be relevant here… Because it’s understandable that resolutions only last until end of January of mid-February, this piece is to remind you that you have a journey that you ought to omit to and complete.  There will be a lot of temptations that will come your way, but this year try other things you have never tried befo...

Never have I ever imagined myself doing something so crazy my life. I might be an adventure junkie, but kayaking with over 1200 sharks was sure an adventure and many things. At first, I just couldn’t wait to finish and get it over and done with, because it was anxiety vs. fear and none of those are good. But as time went by I realized that it’s actually not that bad… Boom! I then amazed everyone on the boat when I shouted: “Oh, oh, I see a shark right there!” You can't blame me, the excitement was kicking in. I couldn’t hold it, the mesmerizing beauty of the sharks swimming, the mountains, the whole view… it was so unavoidable. Well you better keep your eyes peeled because the mammals under the water can pop out at any time. It was so hot on the day, you’d swear the sun was out to play and so were the animals. Even on an adventure you still need to take care of yourself, so don’t forget your sunscreen! It really doesn’t matter what you’re wear...

I still remember those road trips to my home in Venda. There is just something about that N1 road that rejuvenates your soul. Its much nicer to go to Venda in December, right after the exam stresses and work closes. It’s more than just a physical trip, but an emotional and mental one. From the moment I get off the bus at the bus stop, I realise how green the trees are, “it must be this red soil” as I say to myself, while I wipe off the sweat from the sun’s heat, we all know Limpopo can sure be hot. Because my grandmother already knows that I’m on my way there when I get home I kneel down and say my greetings, as she welcomes me with a bowl full of different fruits from the yard. That is just an introduction. My grandmother was born in the year 1918 and married my grandfather at age 20 and the rest is history! She has 11 children, 26 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren at age 101. She loves to cook and I know that she has probably cooked some tradi...

How parents feel about “social media influencer” as a career and all you need to know about social media influencers. “You probably posted something and you’re surprised at the response you got? Probably a lot of likes and shares? Why not make money off it? Probably wondering how on earth is that possible? Well, you’ve come to the right place!” By Gloria Masia Remember when parents would shout “get off that phone” or “you’ve been at that phone the whole day”? Well yes, because I too was “an addict” hence I decided to write this blog.  Social media was considered a time waster, until people realized that you could actually make money. Parents are trying to steer their children away from pursuing lucrative 21st-century careers because are not well informed about them as well as understanding the opportunities. Three-quarters of parents believe that math and science subjects taught at school are more valuable than creative subjects and careers ...

By: Gloria Masia The Wing Republic "TWR" has finally landed its second restaurant in Pretoria. After being voted “The Best Chicken Wings in Gauteng by Jacaranda FM, Tlhompho Mokoena who is the founder of TWR, knew from then that the restaurant was going places and soon would venture into franchise. It started as a pop-up shop in 2014 catering for events and that’s where he would often be asked how else people can get hold of the wings. In 2017, TWR finally opened a shop in Braamfontein. Being located in Braamfontein, a student dominant area, that also influenced the more inclusive pricing. “It took three years for TWR to finally open as a fully operational restaurant and we now have a total of 7 full time workers. We started serving wings only; and thereafter we added ribs, burgers and pasta dishes to our menu. From breakfast to wings served with sides, TWR always aims to please and fill the stomachs of their customers at an affordable price. We run spe...

By: Gloria Masia There is something about the N1 route. Those “I’m going home” feelings that get you excited about the visit. Thinking about all the food that granny will feed you with. The trees on the sideways that looks so green and immediately you think to yourself, “I can never starve in this land”. The soil is so fertile where it produces mouth-watering, juicy fruits and vegetables. Food: Mashonzha is Mopani worms that are caught before they could transform into butterflies. It is one of their favourites. It can be cooked with tomato and onions or dried, best served with ‘vhuswa’ which is porridge. The other favourite of theirs is ‘delele’ which are greens that when cooked becomes slimy. My all-time favourite is ‘Thsidzimba’ which is a mixture of all different types of peanuts and beans cooked together, very healthy I tell you. You can eat this as breakfast, lunch or supper, it really doesn’t matter. Clothing: Do not be amazed when you bump into females who a...

By: Gloria Masia Although I wouldn’t recommend using a taxi because the place is deeply rooted inside the city of Sandton, right in the suburb side. Luckily for me on the day I decided to use an Uber because I couldn’t afford to get lost at the time, that’s how excited I was to have an experience of my own. The drop off is exactly at the entrance of the hotel reception. Pretty charming. The Capital Hotel and Apartments just recently opened its new offering in Sandton. A modern cosmopolitan hotel to the richest square mile in Africa being around the corner from Sandton Convention Centre. Located 1.4 meters away from Sandton City, it sure does have a view. Especially during sunset, when the view is just phenomenal, the orange-red colour that the sun combined with the clouds form. The building is very tall, almost like a skyscraper with windows facing all in the right directions, making sure that when their guests glaze through the windows, they sure have an ama...