Category Archives: Leisure & Relaxation

Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette on Disney+

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In 1999, I was a young producer working at a production company in Cape Town, producing international commercials and dreaming big TV dreams. News travelled differently back then, whispered across edit suites, announced on radio bulletins, repeated in hushed conversations between takes.

That’s when I heard about the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of John F. Kennedy Junior, his wife Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, and her sister Lauren Bessette.
And I remember something very clearly.
The world mourned “American royalty.” The headlines focused on JFK Jr. The glamour. The dynasty. The legacy.
But quietly, heartbreakingly, the Bessette family lost two daughters that day.
That stayed with me.

So when I saw that Disney+ had debuted the official trailer for FX’s limited series Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, it instantly took me back to that moment in 1999, to the shock, the disbelief. All 3 who passed were only in their thirties.

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SABC 2 Enters A New Era

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SABC 2 is ushering in a fresh chapter, one rooted in authentic South African storytelling, cultural familiarity and a deeper connection to everyday life. This New Era isn’t just a refresh; it’s a confident reimagining of what public broadcasting can look and feel like when it truly reflects its people.

At its heart, this evolution is about relevance. Programming that resonates emotionally. Stories grounded in lived South African experiences. And a channel that knows its audience, understands its purpose and intentionally serves viewers across generations.

As a first taste of what’s to come, SABC 2 is rolling out the first wave of New Era programming, setting the tone, energy and intent ahead of the full channel refresh launching on 9 February 2026.

I attended the re-launch this past week and here’s some of what you can look forward to seeing on SABC2. See video of event here.

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Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026

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The countdown has officially begun. In case you missed it, the Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026 returns to the iconic SunBet Arena in Pretoria this March promising a bold, immersive celebration of South African creativity where music, art and fashion collide.

Following a groundbreaking debut, Fusion Fest 2026 is back by overwhelming demand and set to be bigger, louder and more ambitious. Designed as a cultural movement rather than a single-night event, Mahindra South Africa will curate boundary-breaking performances, unexpected collaborations and a powerful platform for emerging creators at the Fusion Fest once again.

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The Magical Marble Family Fest Comes to Johannesburg in May 2026

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In a land not so far away, where colours turn their brightiest and laughter lasts a little longerer, a brand-new story is unfolding. From the creators of The Luxurious Marble Circus, comes an extraordinary new chapter. The Magical Marble Family Fest, a first-of-its-kind, wonder-filled world made for families to play, explore and rediscover joy, together. 

Taking place on 9 and 10 May 2026 at James & Ethel Gray Park, and presented by Grid Worldwide, G&G – The Goosebumps Company, The Marble Group, and Investec, this two-day festival invites children, teens, parents, grandparents, and every curious heart in between, into a place where imagination runs wild and magic feels real. 

The Magical Marble Family Fest is a joyful spin-off of the celebrated Luxurious Marble Circus, but this time, the magic has been reimagined through the eyes of a child. A luxurious, multi-sensory universe awaits, filled with music, theatre, taste, movement, play and a little mischief. Because luxury isn’t about things, it’s about moments, and we all know that the best ones are shared. 

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Celebrations on the Square brings festive elegance to Sandton

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Nelson Mandela Square is taking sophistication up a notch this December with a luxurious festive experience unlike any other. Introducing Celebrations on the Square, which invites guests to sip, shop and spoil themselves and their loved ones, in an environment shaped for refined seasonal enjoyment.

 

From 12 to 22 December 2025, between 4pm and 9pm, visitors can step into a custom crafted glass marquee designed for leisurely browsing and exquisite indulgence. The entry fee of R75 includes a glass of Laurent-Perrier champagne and a sumptuous charcuterie board to enjoy, while soaking in the splendour of the season. Entry to this exclusive meander, which is also filled with instagrammable moments, is limited to 200 visitors per day.

 

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