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- Margaret Atwood



From city lights to coastal breezes: a 3-day NEV road trip across South Africa
Although I’m not an enthusiastic early riser, there’s something magical about hitting the open road before sunrise. The excitement and...

Refilwe
Oct 103 min read


After the Fires: Unlocking the Power of Letting Go by Nozipho Tshabalala
I recently attended Nozipho Tshabalala ’s book launch for her debut work, After the Fires: Unlocking the Power of Letting Go , Published...

Refilwe
Sep 53 min read


The peace that comes with showing up fully as yourself
From Limpopo, South Africa to the world. Khodani's journey is a reflection of what it means to believe in oneself, to have support, the...

Refilwe
Aug 296 min read


The call to obedience: a journey of discomfort and fulfilment
Cerita Nagy, Founder: Confident Women in Business What about women makes you tick? It’s their resilience, their ability to carry so much...

Refilwe
Aug 248 min read


Staying soft in a world that rewards hardness
A story of one woman's resilience in the wake of a deadly illness - she's a waking miracle.

Refilwe
Aug 176 min read


Becoming: A journey of reinvention, healing, and building Silo Luxury
There is just something so powerful and sacred about becoming. It’s not always graceful, and that is what makes it beautiful - the...

Nonku Kubheka
Aug 105 min read


Dear Women, Happy Women’s Day
A message for women in commemoration of Women's Day.

Refilwe
Aug 92 min read


Global Report: The state of youth - challenges and opportunities
Youth Month in South Africa, observed in June, honours the youth of 1976 for their role in the fight against apartheid. This year's...

Refilwe
Jul 66 min read


Happy Father’s Day: You’re Doing Better Than You Think
In a world where absent parenting is heartbreakingly common, your presence matters more than you think.

Mzo Witbooi
Jun 153 min read


A container of gum, hugs and an apology
A container of gum, hugs and an apology

Refilwe
May 203 min read
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The peace that comes with showing up fully as yourself
From Limpopo, South Africa to the world. Khodani's journey is a reflection of what it means to believe in oneself, to have support, the...

Refilwe
Aug 296 min read


Becoming: A journey of reinvention, healing, and building Silo Luxury
There is just something so powerful and sacred about becoming. It’s not always graceful, and that is what makes it beautiful - the...

Nonku Kubheka
Aug 105 min read


Global Report: The state of youth - challenges and opportunities
Youth Month in South Africa, observed in June, honours the youth of 1976 for their role in the fight against apartheid. This year's...

Refilwe
Jul 66 min read


Happy Father’s Day: You’re Doing Better Than You Think
In a world where absent parenting is heartbreakingly common, your presence matters more than you think.

Mzo Witbooi
Jun 153 min read


Finding your path: the power of determination and willpower
“Where there’s a will, there’s a way ” is a proverb that’s transcended generations, for the most part, echoing the power of one’s will to...

Refilwe
May 34 min read


Reasons why you should screw it and just do it: lessons from my July reads
Greatest lessons from my July reads

Refilwe
Jul 21, 20243 min read


An unexpected journey: The Adventures With Bontle story
The untold story of one of Africa's youngest authors.

Refilwe
Jul 7, 20244 min read


Gratitude amidst a mayday season
9 years ago on this day, 1 May, my family and I were getting ready to take a dreadful trip to the homelands to go bury my darling mother....

Refilwe
May 1, 20244 min read


9-on-9: key highlights from the Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit
“The emancipation of women is not merely a charitable act but a fundamental necessity for societal progress.” Samora Machel 8 March...

Refilwe
Mar 22, 20246 min read


Valentine's Day: Is it a Celebration of Love or an all-sorts Contest?
Since the beginning of February, Bontle has been all talk about Valentine’s Day and who is whose valentines at school, etc. During these...

Refilwe
Feb 19, 20244 min read


Unlock your full potential using these two simple actions
The other day as I was going through my daily devotional, a fresh perspective struck me as I read the story of Moses and God’s encounter...

Refilwe
Feb 8, 20243 min read


Unpacking the Myth: The Possibility of Having Your Cake and Eating It Too in Leadership
What are your favourite things? Things that are your go to things? Sometimes we love these things so much that they are set up as...

Refilwe
Jan 22, 20244 min read


Corporate Shandis – a toolkit to help you survive the corporate world
Today was my first day back at work - what an eventful day it was! The day was a mixed bag filled with melodious “compliments of the new...

Refilwe
Jan 15, 20243 min read


The Joy of Missing Out
December blues got you already? If you are still grinding at work like me, it can sometimes feel like you are missing out on something...

Refilwe
Dec 12, 20233 min read


We are One.
Whilst doing research on a topic very close to my heart, the concept of oneness kept echoing in my spirit. As a human race, the lives we...

Refilwe
Aug 13, 20233 min read


Shake it off
What are you carrying that’s weighing you down?

Refilwe
Jun 21, 20231 min read


A million little miracles, all around
In our pursuit of positive and impactful change, we journey along life, inspired and challenged by what’s surrounding us.

Refilwe
May 24, 20233 min read


Faith in action
Let me tell you a lil story about faith. When I took leave for a whole week, before a work event, I'd thought I booked my flights. Whilst...

Refilwe
Nov 14, 20224 min read


Spiritual Detox Programme Reflections
Ever had a yearning to feel grounded, but you find yourself soaring on unhelpful activities that further impact negatively on your soul?

Refilwe
Oct 9, 20226 min read


Blooming time is here
What a privilege it is to witness another spring season. For a number of reasons, spring is my favourite season. I love the sound of the...

Refilwe
Sep 1, 20223 min read
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