South Africans are spending more on festive goods such as food and beverages rather than more expensive goods. The proof is in the pudding
"Substance abuse is higher, depression is wider, exhaustion is deeper. We’ve tapped out, we’re tuned out, we’ve emotionally flat-lined."
‘Sometimes I think South African retail websites don’t actually want to sell anything’
"And for as long as Koo does not change its canned peaches recipe and raspberry jelly is still pink, the family trifle pudding will stay the same".
’Tis the season for shedding muffin tops, as society piles on the pressure for us to parade a perfect body.
With South Africa’s economy still growing at a snail’s pace, a staycation this festive season might be a good idea.
Toss the gadgets, empty your calendar and do something crazy — like have fun.
No, the shortest line is not necessarily the fastest and, yes, you do sometimes get it right
The army is to enforce the government’s travel ban during the Christmas period and a military presence aims to deter street celebrations.
Santa’s mall stand-ins take on the job because it’s good, honest work. But those children can be a real trial.
Bring good cheer to the loved ones in your life with this consummate guide to the very best in Christmas gifting.
Workshop addresses road deaths and driver distractions
Road accidents in South Africa have killed 765 people so far this month as the holiday season gets under way, traffic authorities have said.
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/ 14 December 2011
Online retailers might see an increase in visitors this year as a survey found 45% of online shoppers spent more online in 2011 than previous years.
‘Tis the season to get together with family
and friends, writes <b>Nikiwe Bikitsha</b>.
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/ 17 December 2008
Police will embark on a nationwide crime-prevention operation on the country’s trains amid increased passenger loads over the festive season.
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/ 9 December 2008
Don’t go overboard when buying gifts, writes Maya Fisher-French.
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/ 6 December 2008
As the festive season approaches, Jo’burg cops are aiming to double the number of drunken-driving arrests as compared with last year.
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/ 26 November 2008
Business against Crime South Africa has issued basic safety and security precautions to safeguard travellers over the upcoming holiday season.