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Clint Viljoen reflects on his roots and new single 'Waiting'

Join Clint Viljoen as he shares his heartfelt journey from Ravensmead to the release of his new single 'Waiting', reflecting on love and personal growth.

Entertainment Music Local
Daniel Young|Published

What happens when you ‘buy 1 get 1 free’, but only get one on Uber Eats?

From missing 'buy one get one free' deals to vanishing Valentine's Day deliveries, customers share their mounting frustrations with Uber Eats' automated customer service system.

Lifestyle Food and Restaurants
Sihle Mlambo|Published

Phoenix Couple Celebrates 60 Years of Love on Valentine's Day

A Phoenix couple celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary on Valentine's Day, reflecting on 60 years of love, family, and the journey that brought them together.

Sunday Tribune News
Taschica Pillay|Published

House of Truth: the hollow heart of Valentine’s Day

Love must be expressed through material tokens

Saturday Star Opinion
Opinion|Published

Roses are red, violets are blue, this Valentine’s Day, let's talk sexual health too

As Valentine's Day approaches, let us remember that love isn't just about grand gestures it's about the conversations that can keep us all safe. This year, choose to have the talk that matters.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Mawhoo flaunts luxurious Cartier jewellery for Valentine's Day

Mawhoo and other Mzansi celebrities receive extravagant Valentine's Day gifts, from Cartier jewellery to luxury cars.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

President Ramaphosa spreads Valentine's Day cheer with roses

President Cyril Ramaphosa, the Ndlovu Youth Choir, and a student at North-West University are all spreading love and joy this Valentine's Day.

Lifestyle
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Mzansi’s favourite radio personalities open up about their Valentine’s Day plans and dream destinations

With love in the air, these are what some of your favourite radio presenters had to say about Valentine’s Day.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Debashine Thangevelo|Published

Tamaryn Green-Nxumalo and Ze Nxumalo's heartwarming first Valentine's Day as a family of three

Miss South Africa 2018 Tamaryn Green-Nxumalo and her husband Ze Nxumalo's baby girl has arrived.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Love on the brink: saving African Penguins before their love stories disappear forever

This Valentine’s Day, while we celebrate the beauty of love, let us also remember the plight of the African Penguin. Join the movement, advocate for change, and protect the future of these unforgettable birds before their stories become relegated to the past.

Lifestyle Family
Lifestyle Reporter|Published

Mzansi celebs turn up the heat with jaw-dropping Valentine’s Day photoshoots

South Africa's top celebrities from Zola Nombona and Nadia Nakai are celebrating Valentine's Day with stunning and creative photoshoots that showcase their unique styles and flair.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

The heartbreak of a vanishing tradition: Robben Island Weddings

Valentine’s Day, for some, is simply a day marked by roses, chocolates, and sweet words exchanged between lovers.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Valentine's Day warning: beware of romance scams

If your online love interest asks for money, you can expect it's a SCAM

The Post News
OWN Correspondent|Published

Minnie Dlamini shows off her Valentine's present from Brian Monaisa: 'Our favorite colour is blue'

Minnie Dlamini used the day of love, to make her new relationship Instagram official, with a post on her feed.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Love, laughter and the Ricketts

For Jarrad and Kim-Lee Ricketts, love isn’t just about grand gestures or special occasions—it’s about the everyday moments that make their bond unshakable.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Diamond anniversary: Tongaat couple's 60-year Valentine's Day love story

The most important thing in marriage is understanding. My husband understands me well. In all these years, he always lets me grow and be myself

The Post News
Monishka Govender|Published

‘Who approved this?’ Viral video captures woman’s shock over work spouse Valentine’s Day cards

A video circulating on social media recently captured one woman’s disbelief when she stumbled upon a collection of work spouse Valentine’s Day cards at a store.

Lifestyle Love Sex Relationships
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Roses and chocolates are not romantic: Live like lovers

There's an unexplainable magnetic connection that brings joy, ecstasy, uncertainty and anxiety, all at once. A rollercoaster. Sometimes chaos.

The Star Opinion
Opinion|Published

Self-love: the best Valentine’s gift you can give yourself

This Valentine’s Day, explore the importance of self-love with psychologist Rakhi Beekrum, who shares insightful strategies to nurture your mental health and enhance your relationship with yourself.

Lifestyle Love Sex Relationships
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Indulge in decadent chocolate mousse: A simple recipe for Valentine's Day

Discover a delightful chocolate mousse recipe perfect for impressing your loved ones this Valentine's Day, courtesy of talented baker Linsy Domanlall.

The Post News
Supplied|Published

Is your partner playing the field? 10 red flags you can't ignore

Unexplained absences and late-night phone calls are obvious signs of a cheating partner; however, some indicators can be harder to detect.

Lifestyle Love Sex Relationships
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Can South African workplaces ban Valentine's Day gifts from loved ones?

Valentine's Day might stir some complications in the workplace if companies place restrictions on receiving gifts at work.

Business Jobs
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Spice up love: quick Valentine’s Day recipes for last-minute planners

Whether it's a spicy breakfast, vibrant lunch or indulgent dessert, these dishes are designed to sweep you both off your feet without the last-minute stress.

Lifestyle Food
Lutho Pasiya|Published

Experience love and music at the Durban Botanic Gardens this Valentine’s weekend

Join the celebration of love and nostalgia at the Durban Botanic Gardens this weekend, featuring international music acts and local legends at two exciting festivals.

Entertainment Whats On Durban
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Is it true you need to love yourself before you can find romantic love?

What of drag queen RuPaul’s catchphrase “if you can’t love yourself, how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else?”

iOS Lifestyle
The Conversation|Published