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If you asked me about rugby 10 years ago, I would’ve told you about how I had no clue about the game, the rules or the positions. I was, however, at every single rugby game at the boys’ school across the road. I obviously wasn’t there to observe the game. When we think about women playing […] More
Albinism is still profoundly misunderstood — both socially and medically — and the aim of the month of September is to educate society on the condition. It’s a genetically inherited condition that happens worldwide, regardless of ethnicity or gender. Dr Nomphelo Gantso weighs in. 1/ What causes albinism? 2/ Are there any symptoms? : 3 Women […] More
First off, wtf is surgical mesh and why should you worry about it? “Mesh” is a fabric-like material used as a reinforcement for tissue or bone, and for over 50 years it’s been used in surgeries to repair hernias and prevent reoccurrence. So far, so good. But its uses evolved to repairing tissue in the […] More
Not all heroes wear capes — some dominate in sport. Here’s a look at 10 sporting moments where women have transformed the industry. 1/ Natalie du Toit Think back to 2008. Beijing. In the Paralympics and Olympics, Natalie du Toit made history as the flag bearer for the South African Olympic and Paralympic teams. In […] More
When the love for sport runs through your veins, it’s only natural to be interested in more than one sport. Alyssa Conley is an Olympic sprinter and Springbok Seven’s player. She never played a team sport or never touched a rugby ball until April 2019. Alyssa now plays for the women’s Springbok Sevens team and she’s […] More
Self-doubt, inadequacy and feelings of not living up to the goals you’ve set for yourself can affect the way you see yourself. It happens and it’s normal. Medical experts call it Imposter syndrome. Counselling Psychologist, Jaydene du Preez says, “Imposter syndrome (also known as imposter phenomenon, fraud syndrome or the imposter experience) is the real or imagined […] More
When Tanya de Lange‘s stressful corporate job was wreaking havoc on her health and body, this former art director decided to switch her power suit for some heavy lifting. In just eight weeks, Tanya managed to transform her body. Here’s how she dropped the excess weight, found her passion and preps for the stage. Tanya […] More
