Trevor Noah is back in SA
It's official: Trevor Noah is back in South Africa. Readers can discover why on page 26, as well as enter a competition to stand the chance to win one of 10 online Showmax contracts, which will allow them to stream three months of viewing time for free.
An inside look into Noah's story: No protests. Just guts and glory. Meet the teen who grew up in a one-roomed shack that slept eight. With some help from Google he became a TV host and is now a degreed professional.
Vodacom and MTN data rates
Readers who are angry about the cost of data can find out more from tech writer Craig Wilson, who reports on the great data rip-off, explains why Vodacom and MTN have no incentive to drop their rates and introduces a new alternative.
Hidden paths in the Cape Camino
Hidden paths in Cape Town have been revealed in the Cape Camino. Readers can walk them and hook up with nature for a refresh on page 35 of this month's edition.
Selfies, Sexts and Smartphones
When is a smartphone not like a gun in the hands of a teenager, or a child for that matter? Leading legal social media professional in Africa, Emma Sadleir, gives her insight. Readers also stand a chance to win a copy of her book, Selfies, Sexts and Smartphones.
Support for local aspiring artists
The magazine is welcoming any donations in the form of chalk pastels, canvasses, acrylics and watercolours in support of aspiring artists.
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