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You South Africa

Jun 04 2026
Magazine

You has a simple recipe for success – spoil your readers and give them exactly what they want. It’s part of everyday life for more than 2 million English-speaking South Africans, filled with excellent articles which interest, inform and touch readers. There are human dramas, medical and scientific discoveries, general interest news, consumer issues, fashion and glamour. And don’t forget the interesting fiction, sport, motoring news, craftwork, recipes, home and school projects, crosswords and exciting competitions. It’s an irresistible combination, and everything is presented in a well-finished, colourful magazine.

You South Africa

Letters

MATHS SORTED

AROUND THE WORLD

DEEP LOVE IN THE DESERT • CHARLES SPENCER WED HIS ARCHAEOLOGIST SWEETHEART IN AN INTIMATE CEREMONY WITH NO GUESTS AND RED SAND UNDERFOOT

NEW HEART, NEW LIFE • After two heart attacks, two major surgeries, years on a waiting list, depression, addiction and rehab, this former rugby player finally got the call he’d been waiting for

THE DAY THE WATERS BROKE • The teen was trapped on a flooded farm in the Karoo when her labour started. Luckily her teacher was there to help deliver her baby

FRAUD FIGHTERS • These SA tech boffins have come up with a system that monitors financial transactions worth billions across the globe. Their aim: to stop criminals in their tracks

KYLIE’S SECRET BATTLE • In her new Netflix documentary the singer opens up about love, loss and the second cancer diagnosis she kept hidden

‘THERE IS HOPE IN ART’ • HE CREATES TOWNSHIP SCENES IN MINIATURE TO SHOW THE BEAUTY IN THE EVERYDAY – AND HE WANTS TO GROW HIS BUSINESS INTO A THRIVING COMMUNITY WORKSHOP

A FATAL DIVE INTO DARKNESS

Sensational SOUPS • When it’s chilly outside nothing beats a HEARTY bowl of soup. Whether you like it meaty, CREAMY or packed with veggies, there’s bound to be one you love

BEDTIME BESTIES • From playful prints to favourite characters, this season’s sleepwear turns chilly nights into something to look forward to, bringing warmth, comfort and a little extra bedtime magic

THE PRESSURE IS ON • High blood pressure damages your brain, your sight and your sex life. Here’s how to bring it down

BLAST THOSE BED BUGS!

THE NEXT BIG THING – A DAILY PILL

HEALTH HACKS

THREE REASONS TO START JOURNALLING

YOUR STARS

ALL ABOARD THE MIDNIGHT TRAIN • We chat to bestselling author Matt Haig about life, regrets and his profound new novel

ON OUR RADAR • The HOTTEST things in POP CULTURE and ENTERTAINMENT THIS WEEK

PUZZLES • 15 PAGES OF FUN & GAMES

TV & MOVIE GUIDE

chuckles • Fancy yourself a joker? Email original jokes to chuckles@you.co.za or send them to Chuckles, YOU, PO Box 7167, Roggebaai 8012, and we may publish them on this page.

Johannesburg: city of gold • We look at how the largest city in our country came to be

THE FNB STADIUM • This arena is a great example of modern design and African culture. It’s not just a place to watch soccer or rugby – it’s a special landmark that shows smart ideas, clever building and our heritage

News of the week

THE BABBELVERSE • The adventures of Palava and Palooka

Kids’ games & activities

FLYING TOO CLOSE TO THE SUN • For decades Peter Venison was Sol Kerzner’s trusted lieutenant, helping the trailblazing hotel titan build his empire and rewrite the rules of luxury. In this extract from his fascinating new memoir, he recalls how his mercurial boss inspired him with his bold vision and genius and drove him to his wit’s end with his explosive temper and endless demands

I THINK ABOUT HER EVERY DAY • She was 12 when she gave birth, becoming the UK’s...

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Languages

  • English