The V Club – from Vergelegen Estate to Connecticut
Vergelen Estate, a wine estate situated on the slopes of the Hottentot Holland mountains in Somerset West, Cape Town is no ordinary estate.“Vergelegen” is a Dutch word meaning situated far away. Established in 1700, it was a 3 day ox-wagon trip from Cape Town. By Shireen Badat
Exploring emigration through art
As a researcher and therapist, I have the privilege of experiencing the world of emigration through the eyes of my clients. Everyone’s experience is unique. Emigrants venture into a new, unknown world, they leave the familiar to start afresh amid new cultures and environments. Some of my clients recall a profound sense of being emotionally uprooted, others fully seize the opportunities presented and continued to thrive. Yet, some experience both. By Sulette Ferreira
Praise singer rains blessings on Africa
Renowned Pan-African poet, praise singer, philanthropist, musician and businesswoman Bishop Jessica Mbangeni knew from a young age that she wanted to be a force for change.
Space travel may be a tad expensive, but visiting NASA is not
Space travel has never been easier, with Virgin Galactic now fully operational and ready to take passengers into space and experience not only zero gravity, but also breath-taking views of the earth.
Daniel’s artwork ‘pops’ around the globe
Driven by an inherent need and pure passion to create breath-taking artwork and sculptures, Johannesburg-born multi-disciplinary artist Daniel Popper continues to make a name for himself around the globe, by Allison Cooper.
Grand Canyon is one of a kind
The Grand Canyon is a bucket-list destination and it comes as no surprise that almost six million people visit this natural wonder annually. Irma Green shares the thrill of the helicopter trip she took to the canyon a few years ago.
Wine not indulge a little this Spring
Nothing like a Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc or a Pinot Noir to celebrate the arrival of Spring. This edition’s selection was carefully picked by Moira Henkel from Fumana International Wines. Cheers to Spring and life!
African cuisine on your doorstep
Running through the streets of Gugulethu, Cape Town, Zinzi (Mhlawuli) Chamanifard never imagined a life where she would one day live in the United States, let alone own a restaurant. The Hidden Cuisine has become a hit in Moab, Utah and Zinzi proudly shared the journey with Saffa Mag.
As lady luck would have it
Every Saffa has their own story of how they ended up in the United States and why they ended up where they did. This is my story – one of luck and hyenas – Stanley Trollip.
Portraits, people and pets
“I leave you my portrait so that you will have my presence all the days and nights that I am away from you.” – Frida Kahlo.