Steph Jansen van Vuuren was born and raised in Klerksdorp (a mining town in North West). This is where he was introduced to the pageant and modelling world. He entered his first pageant at the age of 15 and from then on, modelling became a significant part of his life.
Floods are the overflow of large amounts of water beyond the normal limit on dry land. It is a discipline of study known as hydrology. Floods are a cause of major concern for agriculture. By Marinda Sauerman
Annemarie Hayward comes from a medical background. She was a professional nurse that spend most of her time in psychiatric and ICU wards. In 1999 at the age of 35 she went to Saudi Arabia where she worked in ICU and only returned to SA in 2003. by Marinda Sauerman
Owner and Founder of Talent Africa, Melanie Ashcroft, accompanied her daughter on an underwhelming overseas performing arts competition trip to LA when Nicola Ashcroft was only 6 years old. By Marinda Sauerman
Drought is a “prolonged period of dry spells that affects the condition and quality of the soil”. Hot temperatures can make it worse. by Marinda Sauerman
The dark history and possible Origin of Valentine (feast of Lupercalia celebrated February 13 to15) leaves a bitter taste in your mouth. Naked women apparently begged to be whipped by men with a hide of a goat or a dog in a sad attempt to help them become fertile.
An unexpected meeting with an interesting person is a mountain-top experience for someone seeking an inspirational story. I met such a person in Marinda Engelbrecht. This eccentric, creative woman can literally do anything she puts her mind to – and more! With feet firmly on the ground, she puts family first and lives according to the values she was brought up with.
In small spaces you can cultivate mushrooms and other fungi. Cultivating fungi can yield food, medicine, construction materials and other product. A mushroom farm is the business of growing fungi. Yet again you can cultivate mushrooms in a small urban garden or even in a room in the middle of a big city.By Marinda Sauerman
We all know the TV show called the Dragons Den where Future Entrepreneurs get the opportunity to pitch their idea to a panel of rich investors ready to part with their money.
Years ago when we moved to Hartbeespoort from Rustenburg we use to pass the cemetery thinking “what a beautiful resting place this would be” so well kept in such beautiful surroundings.
In 1885 the first study of cloning was done by German scientist Hans Adolf Eduard Driesch when he researched reproduction. According to the Genetic Science Learning Centre 1902 he managed to create a set of twin salamanders by dividing two separate embryos.
Most artists dream of a career in art but most multi creatives land up in a 9 to 5 job feeling that they sold their soul to the devil. School levers that are interested in arts and culture always wonder if it would even be possible to work in a field that they actually got passion for and wonder what they can earn per month if they do?
Revolutionary farming is taking place globally and according to scientists this could not have come at a better time. The world population is growing rapidly in a time were water and food security are under enormous pressure.
Zoonotic disease is classified as “all diseases that can jump species”. Any disease that can be transferred from animals to people or people to animals are classified as zoonosis. It can spread through working closely with infected livestock, pets, wildlife, soil, or water contamination and contaminated and consumption of unpasteurised dairy products. In Africa the most visible sign of zoonosis is Ebola (fruit Bats) an HIV-AIDS (pathogens from primates/ chimpanzees). There are over 200 zoonotic diseases worldwide.
This divinely-beautiful feminine dance form, is among the oldest forms of dance known to mankind. Its origins can be traced back to most ancient cultures including people living in the Stone Age!
You BAG LOVING WOMAN you! What would you say if I tell you that it is possible to design your own perfect handbag or bag, customised and branded with your own chosen name on it?
Founder and Chairman, Joanne Kontaxopoulos – Rabe has a burning passion for Cats. She is forcing her way through the enormous task of being a fulltime logistics manager for an exports company and a dedicated animal right activist.
Transitioning back into the world of a woman after spending years in a ‘Dudes’ rugged environment was not easy according to Marcel Cronje, the proud owner of Belle Vue Guesthouse in Hartbeespoort. ” I literally had to knock on my girlfriend’s doors to get advice on how to get dressed, match colours and apply make-up. I believe that a woman can do anything she puts her mind to. The world of a man is less complicated and more practical when it comes to aesthetics. It definitely helped me to be more independent.”
Melissa-Jo Sharpe received her BSc Dietetics cum laude at the North West University. Her interest in Dietetics started out more as a result of her own journey to understand and recover from a teenage eating disorder.
In honour of women’s month (and spring! we are indulging you in the stories written by Estate owner, Karin de Villiers, honouring the women in her family by replacing typical back-of-bottle-labels with truly moving letters, full of love and sincerity.
