People & Profiles — Joburg Insider

Rainbow Smiles: Young Bakers With Big Cupcake Plans

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Meet Iminathi Goje and Maya Mgcina, the young Rainbow Smiles founders creating character cupcakes while balancing their growing business with school and play.

Saheti Learner Anastasia Gerasis Makes MSA4 History

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Saheti matric learner Anastasia Gerasis has become the first female driver to finish on an overall Investchem MSA4 podium.

Akani Simbine Named SA Sport Star of the Year 2026

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Akani Simbine has been named South Africa's Sport Star of the Year. Discover the records, Olympic moments and story behind his remarkable career.

Carter Eilertsen Scores Unbeaten 56 for Old Lions

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Nine-year-old Fourways cricketer Carter Eilertsen scored an unbeaten 56 for Old Lions U11 after starring as a bowler at U9 level last year.

Annatjie Laurie Finishes Studies Cum Laude at 93

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Pretoria artist Annatjie Laurie completed two years of art-counselling studies at 93. As she turns 94, she is still painting, learning and creating.

Candice Desilets’ Journey from Joburg to Vaganova

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Candice Desilets first visited Vaganova at 12. At 16, she moved to Russia to study there. Now the Johannesburg-trained ballerina has graduated.

Gert-Johan Coetzee Launches New Fragrance Collection in 2026

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South African designer Gert-Johan Coetzee launches a six-scent fragrance collection in Johannesburg on 13 August 2026.

Rassie Erasmus: The Man Rewriting Springbok History One Bold Move at a Time

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The legendary coach is one milestone away from cementing an unmatched legacy in rugby.

Litlhonolofatso Litlhakanyane: The Child Actor Taking Over Mzansi Screens

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Meet the young talent recognised as one of South Africa's best child actors

Nandi Ndathane: The Rising Voice in South African Music

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Meet the singer finding her sound and her peace

This 22-Year-Old Is Building Alexandras Next Great Cafe Brand

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Lebone Applegreens Lumos Coffee Creations is putting township coffee culture on the map

SouthSide Grills: The Protea Glen Restaurant Built on a Mother's Last R10,000

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At 24, Hloni Motaung turned loss into a thriving community restaurant serving some of Soweto's biggest kotas

Meet Irfan Genc: The Johannesburg Baker Proving No Dream Is Out of Reach

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The 23-year-old entrepreneur building a thriving baking business while challenging stereotypes about autism

Young Entrepreneurs Are Inspiring a Love of Reading in Fordsburg

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Meet the young visionaries sparking a literary revolution in Fordsburg and transforming the community through books.

Leon Bezuidenhout: Rising Tennis Star from Johannesburg

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Ten-year-old ranked number one in South Africa selected for prestigious Croatian tournament

Plastic Bag Knitting: How One Riverside Woman Built a 14-Year Craft Business

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Turning waste into woven wonders and sustainable income

Raphadu Maphoto Wins at Le Book 2026

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South African photographer achieves international recognition for storytelling and cultural truth

The Joburg Chef Feeding 25,000 People a Day and You Have Probably Eaten His Food

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Bradley Atkinson runs a kitchen in Johannesburg that sends out thousands of meals on Air France flights around the world. Most people have no idea.