Recommended Open Garden Visits
This years’ Garden Town Stellenbosch is the perfect excuse to step through gates that are usually closed. More than a dozen public gardens stay open throughout the festival, while over…
New Leadership for Stellenbosch Wine Routes
Stellenbosch Wine Routes has a new chairperson. At its AGM on 21 October, the organisation welcomed Jean Engelbrecht of Rust en Vrede to the role, succeeding Michael Ratcliffe after a…
Best Asian Restaurants in Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is known for its wine, but its Asian dining scene has been quietly growing. You’ll find everything from relaxed noodle bars to some of the Winelands’ finest restaurants. Here’s…
Recognition for SA Conservation Heroes
A South African project received international recognition for conservation and humanitarian work at a local level. The Defender Awards champions and supports small-scale charities and non‑profit organisations that work on humanitarian…
A New Gateway to Global Alternatives
By Reginald Labuschagne, Head of Product and Strategy In an environment in which traditional asset classes face increasing volatility, many investors are looking towards alternative investments for new sources of diversification…
Bringing Your Dream Interior to Life through Roche Bobois Services
Designing a house into a home is a form of art that transcends into a selection of gorgeous furniture. It is the creation of spaces that embody individuality, complements your…
Celebrations Immersed in Nature
A working fruit farm where apple orchards surround a wedding chapel set in an established garden is more than you would expect. But Dennehof is about the unexpected, writes KARLA…
An Enduring Wildlife Sanctuary
At the end of a 10km boat ride up the Kariega River from Kenton-on-Sea, KARLA DE BOD finds an oasis: Sibuya Game Reserve, set within ancient floodplains and pristine coastal…
Collectors’ Corner: The Volvo 544
The Volvo 544 earned a legendary reputation for durability and rally success in events like the 1965 East African Safari Rally. Its rugged build, reliable engines and handling made it…
An Energy Revolution in the Eikestad
From electric minibus taxis to glowing solar towers, RICHARD HOLMES learns how Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies is shaping how we will live, move and power…


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