Updated June 2026: People often reduce it to traffic, business meetings and office towers, forgetting that beneath the glass and concrete lies one of Africa’s most fascinating urban playgrounds. Downtown Joburg isn’t polished. It isn’t predictable. And that’s precisely why it rewards those willing to explore it.
Planet Fitness and Discovery Vitality bring the Hybrid Games Simulation Saturday back to Cavendish Square on 4 July 2026, featuring fitness challenges, music and a lively spectator atmosphere.
SkyRun celebrates 30 years in 2026. Discover the history, routes and enduring appeal of South Africa’s most iconic mountain ultra in the Witteberg Mountains.
Construction has officially started on the new GrandWest Mall, a R650 million development that will add a dedicated retail experience to one of the Western Cape’s best-known leisure precincts.
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Updated June 2026: Warm, vibrant and rich in flavour, Durban’s dining scene is a true reflection of the city’s cultural heartbeat. From iconic curry houses and laid-back beachfront eateries to contemporary restaurants pushing creative boundaries, the city serves up experiences as diverse as its people. This city guide highlights Durban’s top dining-out spots — where bold tastes, ocean air and unmistakable KZN hospitality come together on every plate.
We’ve put together a comprehensive list of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Fixtures Results and Group Standings. Check out all the action here!
We’ve teamed up with Jacobs for Father’s Day to give two lucky readers a chance of winning a R1,000 Jacobs Coffee Hamper!
South African singer-songwriter Katia De Vallier has released her latest single, Nothing Should Stop You, inspired by a life-changing moment on an ordinary drive home.
See Johannesburg from a whole new perspective aboard the iconic City Sightseeing Red Bus. From Constitution Hill to the Mandela Bridge, it’s one of the easiest and most entertaining ways to explore the City of Gold with the whole family.
This Youth Day, one lucky Hello Lifestyle reader and their guest will have the chance to enjoy both as we give away two tickets to Laughter Served Bold: An Evening with Celeste Ntuli at The Maslow Sandton on 16 June.
Toyota South Africa has launched the all-new RAV4, introducing hybrid and plug-in hybrid options alongside improved technology, safety and practicality.
Walk through any South African supermarket or pharmacy today and you’ll notice something interesting.
Consumers are spending more time reading labels.
As the afternoon unfolds, familiar classics drift through the speakers, conversations become louder, and the rugby fields slowly transform from a sporting venue into the backdrop of a South African sunset. Parents relax. Friends reconnect. Kids continue burning energy long after everyone assumed they would be tired.
Updated June 2026 – By Thursday afternoon, Johannesburg starts behaving like a pressure cooker. The traffic gets worse. Your inbox develops a personality disorder. Somebody schedules a meeting that could have been an email. Suddenly, the idea of pointing the car towards the horizon becomes less of a luxury and more of a survival strategy.
The first sign that you’re heading somewhere worthwhile is usually the silence. Not complete silence, of course. This is family travel. Someone is asking for snacks. Somebody else is arguing about playlist choices. A grandparent is handing out unsolicited life advice from the second row. And somewhere, inevitably, a small voice asks the question every South African parent has heard since the invention of road trips: “Are we there yet?”
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Father’s Day Lunch Events in South Africa have a funny way of revealing a family’s true personality. Some dads insist on standing over a braai from sunrise. Others claim they don’t want a fuss, only to spend the entire day accepting compliments like a retired Springbok captain receiving a standing ovation.
As anticipation builds for the upcoming Hollywoodbets Durban July, the spotlight has shifted from the racecourse to the runway. This week, fashion lovers were treated to the reveal of the Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) Rising Stars Collection, with the talented young designers selected for this year’s showcase unveiled across the event’s social media channels.
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Cape Town has long been one of South Africa’s favourite destinations for conferences, corporate events and executive travel. Yet the best Business Hotels in Cape Town understand that modern professionals want more than a desk and decent Wi-Fi. Today’s traveller wants convenience, comfort, good food, inspiring spaces and perhaps even a chance to sneak in a sunset cocktail after the final meeting of the day.
Book your stay 60 days in advance and enjoy 25% OFF your booking. Your Gqeberha escape starts here at The Capital Boardwalk in Gqeberha.
Father’s Day Gift Ideas can be surprisingly tricky. After all, how many ties, coffee mugs and novelty socks can one man realistically own? This year, Hello Lifestyle decided to skip the predictable and focus on gifts that spark adventure, celebrate success and create memories that last far longer than a braai on a Sunday afternoon.
Winter isn’t for slowing down; it’s for showing up, getting out, and making every weekend count. That’s exactly what SunFest 2026 delivers. Brought to you by Sun International, SunFest isn’t a one-off event; it’s a full winter calendar of experiences that make the colder months worth planning around.
There’s a noticeable shift happening in the world of Residential Estates in KZN — and it’s happening high above Botha’s Hill.
Isphetho Developments has officially launched Inqaba Views Residential Estate, a boutique 75-unit address designed for modern buyers who still want space, scenery and sensible pricing. And honestly? The timing feels spot on.
Hollywoodbets Greyville transforms into a kaleidoscope of colour, culture and celebration on Saturday, 30 May, as the Champions Season presents the Daily News 2000, one of South Africa’s premier racing events for three-year-olds.
There’s something reassuring about holding real gold in your hand. Not an app. Not a fluctuating crypto graph at 2am. Not another property market prediction wrapped in economic uncertainty. Actual gold. Tangible. Historic. Valuable. Which is exactly why Krugerrands and precious metals are quietly finding themselves back in the spotlight as South Africans look for stability in a world that feels increasingly unpredictable.
If there’s one creative opportunity that has quietly changed the lives of young South African designers over the last decade, it’s Nando’s Hot Young Designer. And now, the iconic talent search is officially back for 2026.
Hello Lifestyle uncorks a box from Wine of The Month and discovers why this South African wine subscription has become a favourite among local wine lovers.
Old Khaki Clothing shines the spotlight on music legend Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse in the latest chapter of Materials That Matter — a campaign celebrating legacy, resilience and South African storytelling.
Updated 25 May 2026: In a bustling Bree Street, Nikkei Restaurant stands proud, tempting bypassers to take the staircase that leads up to a moody space that seems to be constantly alive with conversation.
There’s something exciting happening in Cape Town’s dining scene right now. Hidden just below Nikkei on Bree Street, Yatai Ramenbar feels like stepping through a secret doorway into Tokyo after dark.
No gatekeeping here. The Hello Lifestyle editorial team shares the places, plans and little luxuries we’re falling for this autumn.
The Capital Boardwalk, Entrance 4, Boardwalk Mall, 4th St, Summerstrand, Gqeberha
Irene Village Theatre, 1 Pioneer Road, Irene Security Estate, Centurion
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