If you are an avid Scandal! viewer, you will remember the Amo (played by Kagiso Rathebe) obsession storyline and how he terrorized both Hlengiwe (Nqobile Nunu Khumalo) and Dintle (Mapaseka Koetleby capturing them and keeping them tied up at Hlengiwe’s penthouse. If you are new to Scandal!, what is about to come will surely keep you glued to your screens after watching just one episode.
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Amo is released from prison… for reasons yet to be revealed. His first action seems to be stalking Hlengiwe once again, however he does insist that he just wants to apologise and means no harm to Hlengiwe at all. But, knowing who Hlengiwe is… she is livid by the fact that Amo is out of jail long before his scheduled time and plans to investigate any foul play in this matter.
Local creative, Nombulelo Paliso Masala has a unique skill that has attracted many, both in South Africa and the globe. The South African artist manufactures Papier Mache crafts, and her products are certainly paving an inspiring path for her and her brand.
Nombulelo Paliso Masala manufactures papier mache craft products of the highest quality, both for local as well as international markets.
Last year Nombulelo represented South Africa at the 2022 Hotel Show Dubai – which now in its 22nd year, is the longest running and most trusted business event for the hospitality industry in the Middle East. Visitors from across the hospitality supply chain attend The Hotel Show Dubai to build meaningful connections, source thousands of products from exhibitors both globally and regionally and get the latest information on developments within the industry.
When looking for inspiring people who are breaking down barriers, pushing change and driving innovation in the hospitality industry, The Hotel Show doesn’t miss a beat, and South Africa’s very own was part of that groundbreaking team of creatives!
28-year-old Port Elizabeth woman, Lumka Cube runs a successful soup kitchen that she started in 2021, called Grab and Go Foundation and it feeds homeless citizens in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. Lumka and her dedicated team meet every Saturday, where they gather at a station, ready to serve whoever is in need of food.
“I grew up in a very warm home in Mdantsane, East London. I think my passion to serve started when I was in the SRC at the Nelson Mandela University. I realized I have a huge role to accomplish, and God wants to use me to help His people,” Lumka tells The Fuse.
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“I am a strong believer in helping people because along the way of my life – I have lived through being helped by various people. If we could all be a kind society and help each other, the world would be such a better place. We are all struggling – we all need each other. And for me that’s always my ‘why’,” she concludes.
Going forward, Lumka hopes that her foundation will go beyond the shores of the city of Gqeberha, and reach and impact the lives of people in the greater Eastern Cape.
Young Soweto entrepreneur, Rhulani Shibambo is serving kotas like you’ve never imagined before, and his loyal customers couldn’t agree more. “Kota” is an approximation of the word “quarter,” for the quarter of the loaf of bread that is the base of the sandwich. The bread is hollowed out, filled first with a layer of seasoned french fries, then topped with optional layers of sauce, cheese, egg, and meat.
After taking over his family business in Protea Glen, Rhulani Shibambo reinvented the strategy of the business by introducing over the top, delicious Kota menus. The business has since grown to impressive heights as a result.
The success of the business is a combination of Rhulani’s street smart ways and his education from the International Hotel School in Sandton, where he obtained his Food and Beverage Management qualification.
Kota King South Africa is more than just a kota business but has become a place for people to celebrate their wins, have birthday parties, or just hang out with their loved ones over a delectable kota and drinks.
So, whether you need a hangover cure, cheat day meal, quick lunch or something to feed your family when you’re too lazy to cook, Kota King’s menu is full of options for everyone – and with almost 16 000 followers on social media, we’d say everyone agrees!
As part of H&M Home’s second installment of For the Love of Art, South African artist Lulama ‘Wolf’ Mlambo will present her own product capsule within the collection. The collaboration will also feature poet and author Amber Vittoria.
The installment showcases the artistic vision of two women creatives with varied styles. Lulama Wolf’s collection will include a rug, a jacquard blanket, tufted cushion covers, as well as plates hand-painted plates.
“So ecstatic to have collaborated with @hmhome on a global collection that brings me closer to people. And as always, the people will always make it what it is. I can’t wait for you guys to get the collection on the 16th of March,” the visual artist wrote on her social media.
There’s always been a funny debate on social media about men with beards and how they are the “Beyoncé” of mem – now whatever your opinion on that is, local actor and businessman, Thapelo Mokoena has created a beard care range for the men who do have beards.
The leading man recently announced on social media that his Bakoena Beard Care range will be a game-changer for men.
“Grooming is a very important part of the African man’s daily routine and Bakoena Beard Care was developed for the modern African man who is looking to enhance that trendy bearded look,” wrote Mokoena, the founder and CEO of Bakoena Brands.
Thapelo has said that over the years, he has received many requests for grooming tips, and when you look at his own beard, you can understand why.
“As someone who has enjoyed experimenting with scents, textures and products, I decided to embark on an experiential journey to create authentically African products which cater to the unique needs and textures of African hair and skin,” Mokoena explained.
He partnered with award-winning aesthetician and somatologist, Jared Hines, to help bring his vision to life.
The products are infused with the scents of an African home and pay tribute to Mokoena’s Basotho and Zulu lineage.
African Ambition Consulting Agency together with their community network, Bold Ambitious Network, brings us the Bold Ambitious Women in Marketing & Your Wellness event on 25 March, and Palesa Madumo has been announced as a guest speaker.
Palesa is a Chief Executive Officer and CEO of Vuma Reputation Management, she has 15 years’ experience in Public Relations and Communications and has led various campaigns and projects in her career. She has extensive experience in integrated, internal and external communications and marketing.
The powerhouse has worked for Brand South Africa in London positioning South Africa to the British and SA diaspora. She then headed communication for the Business Connexion Group and served on the Senior Leadership Team appointed by the CEO. She’s also a writer and has published in some of SA’s leading lifestyle publications.
The Bold Women in Marketing event is promised to be full of real-time actionable insights to update and innovate the way to approach influencer marketing strategy, smart brands, marketers, and agencies.
Onezwa Mbola is a young content creator, chef and mom who makes meals using items that she’s grown, raised or foraged for – going back to the basics is how she’s differentiating herself in a sea of content creators.
Popularly known as The Wholesome Chef Lady by her followers and subscribers on YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram and Twitter, Onezwa’s content is just that – wholesome. She captures and shares her life of living a simple life in a rural area, where she grows and prepares some of the most delicious and traditional meals.
Whether you want to expose yourself to a life that is different to the hustle and bustle of the city life or learn how to prepare mouthwatering meals with the simplest ingredients and the simplest methods, Onezwa will be right up your ally.
She’s also a businesswoman – she owns and runs eMandulo (How it used to be), a company that produces homegrown and handmade condiments and seasonings.
If you don’t know who Banele Christopher is, what social media are you using?! When Banele is not being a Strategic Communications in Marketing Comms. expert, you can easily find him looking absolutely stylish on social media.
Whether it’s a pair of brown shorts to perfect a casual look, or a suit that fits like a glove, Banele embodies it all. So, if you’re looking to revamp your closet, it’s safe to take a page out of Banele’s fashion book, you won’t be led astray.
South Africa has come a long way from Apartheid, but the effects are still felt almost thirty years later, especially by the poor. Many young women and girls still don’t have access to sanitary towels when they go through their monthly menstrual cycle. For little girls in school, this issue not only affects their confidence and social life, but it directly affects their studies too – as many of them tend to skip school for as long as a week every month, because of the lack of proper sanitary towels.
Menstrual coach, author and motivational speaker from UMthatha in the Eastern Cape, Babalwa Mbuku couldn’t fold her arms when she noticed this. In 2017, Babalwa sold her car to start her business, Ntombam Sanitary Towels.
Ntombam Sanitary Towels is a 100% woman owned company, based in East London in the Eastern Cape. Ntombam has achieved levels of success over the years in operation. Their core mission is to restore the dignity of a vulnerable girl child and reduce the high rate of school absenteeism by providing quality and affordable sanitary towels which they believe are a basic need.
Passionate about the girl child’s education, health and confidence, Babalwa often has pad drives and visits some disadvantaged schools in the Eastern Cape province.
She was inspired by a young girl who once said she preferred to get free sanitary pads from government instead of a free education, she has received some support for her business, having partnered with Vodacom in a CSI project in the Eastern Cape and being part of an incubator programme by the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities.
Babalwa was in the top 25 of the 100 Most Influential Young South Africans of 2019 for social enterprise and philanthropy.
