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In a world where wellness and lifestyle choices increasingly go hand-in-hand, South Africans are looking for ways to align their habits with healthier living. One of the biggest shifts in recent years has been the rise of smoke-free alternatives — a movement redefining how adult nicotine users approach their choices. Leading this change locally is Philip Morris South Africa (PMSA), with its innovative brand ZYN, which has just unveiled a bold new collection of flavours and nicotine strengths designed to meet a variety of lifestyles.
The new line-up introduces Apple Mint, Spearmint, and Citrus — flavours that are as refreshing as they sound. Whether you’re craving something crisp, zesty, or cooling, these options offer a modern way for adult nicotine users to personalise their experience without smoke. To complement the flavour expansion, ZYN has also launched new strength options:
– 1.5 mg “X-Low” – for those beginning their journey with smoke-free alternatives or seeking a lighter touch.
– 11 mg – for experienced pouch users who prefer a stronger option.
“This is more than just a new product release. It’s about giving adult nicotine users better alternatives and more ways to enjoy ZYN in their own way. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without cigarettes.”
What makes this launch significant isn’t just the exciting new flavours, but what they represent: progress toward a smoke-free future. As legislation around tobacco and nicotine evolves in South Africa, science-backed alternatives like ZYN are becoming increasingly relevant for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke.
Jonathan Kwak, Smoke-Free Products Director at PMSA, said: “This is more than just a new product release. It’s about giving adult nicotine users better alternatives and more ways to enjoy ZYN in their own way. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without cigarettes.”
Nicotine pouches are a smoke-free alternative designed for adults who would otherwise continue smoking. Placed discreetly under the lip, they release nicotine without combustion, smoke, or ash—eliminating exposure to tar and many of the harmful by-products found in cigarettes. While they’re not risk-free and still contain nicotine, which is addictive, pouches may be a better choice for adults seeking to reduce harm compared to traditional smoking. From a wellness point of view, the healthiest option is always to quit all nicotine and tobacco use altogether, but for those who don’t, products like ZYN offer a cleaner, odour-free, and more socially considerate alternative.
Pouches vs. Cigarettes
Cigarettes
– Burn tobacco → creates smoke, tar, and thousands of harmful chemicals
– Leaves strong odour on breath, clothes, and surroundings
– Exposes both the smoker and those nearby to second-hand smoke
– Limited control over nicotine intake
Nicotine Pouches (like ZYN)
– Smoke-free → no combustion, no ash, no lingering smoke
– Discreet and odour-free → can be used almost anywhere
– Available in a variety of flavours and strengths for more personal choice
– May be a better option for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke
Wellness note: While pouches are a cleaner and potentially less harmful alternative to smoking, the healthiest choice is always to quit all tobacco and nicotine completely.
While the best option for health remains quitting tobacco and nicotine altogether, for those who choose to continue, smoke-free alternatives like ZYN represent a better path forward. By offering variety, flexibility, and a commitment to harm reduction, products like these empower South Africans to make choices that align with both their lifestyle and wellbeing.
There’s something undeniably magical about the ritual of holiday coffee. The quiet hush of Christmas morning before the festivities begin. The clink of glasses on Christmas Eve as friends linger a little longer, revelling in the final stretch of the year. This season, Nespresso is elevating those moments with a vibrant, African-inspired festive range that turns every sip — morning or midnight — into something special.
There’s something undeniably magical about the ritual of holiday coffee. The quiet hush of Christmas morning before the festivities begin. The clink of glasses on Christmas Eve as friends linger a little longer, revelling in the final stretch of the year. This season, Nespresso is elevating those moments with a vibrant, African-inspired festive range that turns every sip — morning or midnight — into something special.
December in South Africa is pure magic. From glittering city precincts to botanical gardens illuminated after dark, the festive season brings a sense of wonder that pulls families, couples, and holiday-makers into the glow. If you’re looking for the most spectacular Santa Villages, Christmas markets, and light displays to explore this month, here’s your definitive guide — spanning Joburg, Pretoria, Durban, and Cape Town.
There’s a certain kind of afternoon that cities like New York, Cape Town — and now Johannesburg — do so well: it begins with a lunch date, continues with a bottle of bubbly (or two), and somehow drifts into golden hour without anyone noticing. The Greenhouse Restaurant & Bar in Sandton, long celebrated as Joburg’s most atmospheric supper club after dark, is now capturing that same magic by day. And to celebrate the launch of its new daytime offering, we’re giving one lucky reader the chance to experience it firsthand with a Friendsmas Lunch for Four valued at R2,000.
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