Samantha Cloete, a 38-year-old qualified Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor from Atlantis, finds joy in changing lives through fitness. With more than 17 years in the industry, including experience with one of South Africa’s top health and fitness brands, she is passionate about promoting health, movement, and community. “I have a vibrant love for…
Reynhardt Smit, a resident of Grassy Park, has made it his mission to uplift and support young musicians within his community. He firmly believes that many young people simply require a bit of guidance and encouragement to unlock their potential, and that learning to play an instrument can profoundly transform their lives. Reynhardt’s own journey…
Janine Passenz from Mamre is a passionate advocate for women and children affected by gender-based violence, and she’s taking her mission to the airwaves with a new radio show. Janine, the founder of the Survivor’s Haven Foundation (SHF), hosts a show called “Breaking the Silence” every Monday from 2 PM to 3 PM on Radio…
The Mamre community is in deep sorrow following the unexpected passing of Clevelyn Petersen, 37, who tragically died while paying his final respects to his mother at her funeral. During the funeral service for his mother, Crystal Erasmus on May 3, while her former colleagues offered a song in her honor, Clevelyn broke down in…
The concept of the Trinity, which posits that Jesus is divine and unified with the God of the Bible and the Holy Spirit, was largely shaped by Emperor and Pope Constantine and early Church leaders who aimed to present Christianity as a monotheistic religion. It’s essential, however, to recognise that prior to the rise of…
On April 26, 2025, Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has been laid to rest at Saint Mary Major, also known as Santa Maria Maggiore, marking a departure from tradition. He was buried in an underground tomb during a private, closed ceremony at the Basilica. Traditionally, popes are buried beneath St….
Meet Anita Senekal, the passionate organiser of the Miss Hope Namibia National beauty pageant. Beyond her love for pageantry, she shares other interests that resonate deeply with her. Having faced her own struggles with self-esteem, Anita aims to empower women in her community, showing that true beauty and confidence come from within. This year’s Miss…
Reflecting on the past is crucial for progress, and what better moment to do so than now, as South Africans commemorate 31 years of freedom from Apartheid? The “Coloured” community seems to be the only group lacking a distinct cultural heritage and identity in South Africa. Is this merely a coincidence, or has it been…
April 27 marks 31 years of democracy in South Africa, a significant milestone in the nation’s history. While it may seem like a lot has changed since the end of apartheid, the country continues to grapple with the deep-seated scars and wounds left by its past. Sadly, one of the underlying issues preventing South Africans…
Jamie Lakay, a fitness enthusiast from Atlantis, faced a life-altering moment in 2019 when he lost his father due to unhealthy lifestyle choices. This tragedy sparked a realisation in him: if he couldn’t save his father, he could at least guide others toward better health. This led to the creation of Lakaymotion, a fitness center…
