by Henri Steenkamp | Nov 10, 2016 | South Africa, Travel
I’ve searched high and low to find great resources for South African travel. By far, the best way to properly explore South Africa is through the eyes and ears of a South African. These five award-winning, native bloggers will have something for everyone’s tastes....
by Henri Steenkamp | Nov 4, 2016 | Culture, South Africa
Mental illness is a misunderstood condition spanning countries and cultures across the world. Because it is not outwardly visible, mental illness is often underplayed or neglected as a “first world” problem. Any person with depression who has been told to “just cheer...
by Henri Steenkamp | Oct 14, 2016 | South Africa, Travel
After three years and 20 failed attempts, South African scientists finally produced the first Cape buffalo using the in vitro fertilization (IVF) method. With 900,000 Cape buffalo left in Africa, this served as the perfect experiment to help a species that is not yet...
by Henri Steenkamp | Oct 4, 2016 | News & Blog, South Africa
South Africa is as rich in food as it is in culture, though you’ll find its culinary specialties are richer in fiber than they are in calories. In fact, one study swapped the diets of Americans and South Africans, an experiment that improved bowel health for Americans...
by Henri Steenkamp | Sep 7, 2016 | News & Blog, South Africa, Sports
When South African sprinter Wayde van Niekerk sprinted passed the finish line at the Rio Olympics, it was more than just a win. Seconds ahead of his competitors — a lifetime in sprinting — he set the world record for the 400m sprint. South Africa, of course, couldn’t...
by Henri Steenkamp | Aug 26, 2016 | Culture, Entertainment, News & Blog, South Africa, Travel
In South Africa, influential bloggers are as talented as they are plentiful. The nation is brimming with innovation and culture, so while it’s not hard to find great blogs, it can be tricky to pick out the best of the bunch. Getting to know South Africa’s network of...