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With property remaining one of the biggest financial investments South Africans make, understanding how to qualify for a home loan is an important first step towards homeownership.

June marks International Pride Month, a global observance recognising the rights, visibility and experiences of LGBTQIA+ communities. For South Africans, Pride Month 2026 comes at a time when the country continues to hold a unique position on the African continent due to its constitutional protections for LGBTQIA+ people, while also facing ongoing concerns around discrimination, violence and unequal lived experiences.

As temperatures continue dropping across Gauteng, many South Africans are turning to affordable nutrient rich foods to help support their immune systems during the winter cold and flu season. Health experts say seasonal eating habits often shift during winter as people search for foods that may help support energy levels, gut health and overall wellness.

Women’s nutritional needs change significantly throughout different stages of life, with experts warning that hormone shifts, stress, pregnancy, ageing and…

As fuel prices continue climbing across South Africa, more Gauteng motorists are turning to fuel loyalty programmes, banking rewards and cashback systems to reduce monthly transport costs. With petrol and diesel increases placing additional pressure on household budgets, loyalty cards linked to fuel stations and banks are becoming increasingly popular among commuters looking to stretch their money further.

Mother’s Day will be celebrated across South Africa on Sunday, 10 May 2026, with thousands of Gauteng residents preparing to honour mothers, grandmothers and maternal figures through gifts, family outings, flowers and social media tributes. As restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues prepare for one of the busiest weekends on the lifestyle calendar, many people are also searching for the right words to include in cards, WhatsApp messages and Instagram captions.

Electricity costs typically rise during winter as South African households rely more heavily on heaters, geysers, lighting and cooking appliances. Across Gauteng, many residents experience higher prepaid electricity spending and larger municipal bills during colder months.

As temperatures drop across Gauteng, fitness routines are increasingly disrupted, with many residents opting for indoor comfort over physical activity. Health experts say winter fitness is critical for building long-term fitness, with consistent habits formed now shaping outcomes later in the year.

The use of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro is increasing across South Africa, as more patients turn to medical weight loss solutions and improved diabetes control. These drugs, originally developed for type 2 diabetes, are now widely used for obesity management, raising questions about how they work, what they contain and how they differ.

Respiratory illnesses are rising across Gauteng, with health experts confirming that the 2026 flu season has started earlier than expected. The increase, driven by influenza, RSV and ongoing COVID-19 circulation, is affecting children, working adults and vulnerable groups across the province. The early onset matters because it could place additional pressure on healthcare facilities and disrupt schools, workplaces and households weeks ahead of the usual winter peak.