Chommie toys: Why you’ll probably never own SA’s rarest plush toy
Chommie toys, or chommies (slang for friends or buddies), might be one of southern Africa’s rarest plush toys. Here’s more about these rare, exclusive toys.
Francois Jansen is a journalist, author and proofreader. He has written for a variety of publications and websites, with a radar calibrated for gothic, gonzo and the weird. His features, posts, articles and interviews have been published in People Magazine, ATKV Taalgenoot, LitNet, The Citizen, Funds for Writers and The South African, among other publications. Sometimes, he co-writes with others.
Chommie toys, or chommies (slang for friends or buddies), might be one of southern Africa’s rarest plush toys. Here’s more about these rare, exclusive toys.
Occam’s razor is a philosophical idea. It holds that simple solutions are best for complex or difficult problems. How does it work for South Africa’s issues?
Christianity is one of the world’s dominant religions, with more than 80% of South Africans following this faith. What about ‘false Christs’ and prophets?
Die Antwoord is a controversial hip-hop group founded in 2008. As a duo, they’ve also collaborated with other artists – including Jack Parow & Isaac Mutant.
Full moons complete lunar cycles, happening approximately every 28 days. But why do they have different names, like the Wolf or Harvest Moon?
Daily Maverick users are greeted with an unusual sight (15 April, 2024): the website has ‘shut down’ for one day. Here’s why.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) pays South Africa’s social grants. Here are your next social grant payment details for April/May.
Full moon describes a complete lunar cycle, which makes the moon appear brightly lit when it’s seen from our planet. Here’s every date for 2024.
Government has job vacancies in almost every department. Do you want to work for government? Here’s where to find the right vacancy pages.
Mzansi eats are unique to South Africa, and something you’ll see everywhere. These are the foods you’ll miss when you’re missing home. Here’s our list of six.
Classic Afrikaans television shows are making a comeback, according to the streaming service AfriForumTV. Here’s what to expect if you were a fan of the original.
Could medication fix racism? According so studies, a blood pressure medication called Propranolol could do just that – reducing racial bias in some people.
Die Antwoord fans have recreated a whole song using software, according to a YouTube post. Watch here to see how FL Studio and DAWs work.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is an important governmental agency. Here’s where to find their forms and paperwork.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) administrates South African welfare grants. Anyone can apply for social welfare grants.
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Studios have just released the first trailer for Joker: Folie à Deux. The film is the official follow-up story to the 2019 blockbuster,
Queens-born artist Lil2Hood (Flash) has received praise for a ‘good energy’ show in Berlin, Germany. The producer and hip-hop artist is going places.
Smoking weed is still considered illegal in public places, according to the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill. Blaze420 music festival has felt its effect.
Full moons are special, and happen when the lunar cycle completes itself approximately every 28 days. Here’s more about the moon dates.
Many actors have played state presidents. Who do you think should play the role of Jacob Zuma?
A Reddit user has asked Showmax app developers this question: ‘How did they mess up so badly?’ Here’s more about the Showmax app and what people said.
Rapper Isaac Mutant is one of South Africa’s rap originals. He’s performed everywhere, including a recent Cape Town gig – in a onesie.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) offers financial help to South African citizens. Here’s how to apply for your social grant.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) have released May’s social grant payment dates. Here’s when you can expect your social grants.