How vaping hooks young people – and how to quit for good
By Benjamin Olivier & Alizwa Njovana Vaping, once sold as a safer alternative to cigarettes, is now trapping South Africans…
Hey Siri, who’s doing the thinking here?
By Lily-Anne Gibson & Amber Booysen Simphiwe sits in a buzzing lecture hall with his phone in one hand and…
Click, scroll, lose – odds stacked against students who bet online
By Sphesihle Makhubu, Marrion Scheepers & Ziggy Motman On the surface 19-year-old Mhlengi* looks like he’s always one win away…
Turning boredom into business: one stitch at a time
What began as a way to beat boredom in the back of the classroom has grown into a thriving side…
Top tips for rising rappers in 2024
In the fast-paced world of South African hip-hop, staying ahead isn't just about dropping bars—it's about knowing yourself, your sound…
SA’s lack of menstrual leave policy violates women’s rights – UKZN researcher, social influencer
Masters graduate’s research spotlights women’s right to menstrual leave - and lack thereof in South Africa. But what is menstrual…
SA youth flock to content careers like never before
Chuma Nqayana Youth involved in content creation often face skepticism from the public, who may not consider it a “real…