In today’s world, where doityourself (DIY) projects are often seen as a rite of passage, it’s not uncommon for us to venture into unknown territory with little knowledge or experience. Gasant Abarder, an influential media personality and author of “Hack with a Grenade,” recently shared a difficult lesson in his #SliceofGasant column. He narrated the repercussions of venturing beyond his comfort zone and attempting to undertake home projects that should have been reserved for professionals.
As we celebrate Youth Month, we can learn a valuable lesson from the life of South African music icon Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse. His story shows that it is never too late to make positive changes, even if you feel like you’ve wasted your youth. This message is relevant to people of all ages who may regret decisions made in their younger years.
Over the past few years, the media landscape in South Africa has experienced significant changes. With the emergence of digital media and the decline of print, traditional newspapers have had to adapt to remain relevant. However, not all publications have been able to make the transition easily.
