Whether you will be travelling or staying indoors, here are some South African books and related recommendations to keep you company this festive season. Kimberley-born branding expert Thebe Ikalafeng returns with a new book celebrating Africa’s excellence.Rooted and Rising: Reclaiming our Culture and Redefining our Global Influenceis Ikalafeng’s follow up toThe Traveller Crossing Borders and Connecting Africareleased last year. Published by Jonathan Ball, Rooted and Rising is a transformative manifesto and practical guide that empowers people of African descent to embrace their heritage unapologetically while thriving in a globalised world.
Ikalafeng challenges the Western-dominated narrative of personal branding and leadership, offering instead an African-centred approach rooted in Ubuntu — the principle that “I am because we are”. One of South Africa’s most respected trend analysts and founder of Flux Trends, Dion Chang has brought the perfect gift for that pet-loving friend or family member. Recently published by Pan Macmillan,A Pawfect Lifeis packed with practical advice for modern pet parents — along with a hilarious deep dive into just how far we’ve gone to pamper our furry overlords.
Chang unpacks the latest trends, from cannabidiol (CBD) treats for anxious dachshunds to birthday pawties as well as pawternity leave for new pet owners, while also tackling the trickier side of pet parenting. Speaking to animal behaviour expert Leigh Shenker, Chang explores why we spend small fortunes on our pets — and whether treating them like tiny humans is actually a good idea. As a trained pet doula, he also delves into the complexities of pet loss, grief and saying goodbye.
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This book offers 10 unique menus, each based on a theme to which all the courses — starters, main courses, desserts and more — fit. The exquisite dishes in the book are composed with expertise and style but are consistently user-friendly and tempting.
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