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The best and worst about being a woman

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W24 asked 8 millennial South African women what the best and worst things about being a woman are. A definite theme emerged...

Meet Camille LeBlanc Blazinet - world renowned Crossfit champion and one of the strongest women in the world

She's a Canadian CrossFit champion, entrepreneur and social media powerhouse, who wants women to be defined by their capabilities rather than their looks. W24 got a chance to get to know the winner of the 2014 CrossFit Games better, while also getting some insight into what keeps this athletic Trojan horse motivated.

South Africa’s liquor ladies: 12 women who are thriving as distillers, trainers and brand ambassadors

Women’s Day is all about celebrating female empowerment, and we could think of no better way to do this than by profiling twelve savvy, strong and sexy women who are making waves in the male-dominated liquor industry.

From beards to breast cancer, here are 10 things every woman should know about her health:

Everything from bras to genital mutilation, from beard growth to incontinence, let this handy guide help you with your physical and mental health issues.

There is help if you or someone you know is being abused

The video, I am a Woman, speaks volumes about the reality of women abuse, and aims to raise awareness of this horrendous act of violence and provide support for those in need.

The woman in the video seems happy, confident and clear about who she is and what she stands for. However, appearances are deceiving: if you ask a few more questions and listen carefully, it is clear that she is terrified for her life – in the one place she should feel safest, her home.

Clare Vale on becoming a SA racer: "Ignore the comments, keep pushing'

Clare Vale started racing V8 cars at the age of 49. In 2007 she was the first woman to participate in the premier national WesBank V8 Supercar series and made history in 2010 when she made podium. Wheels24 's Janine Van der Post speaks to her about being a woman in SA's racing scene.

8 best trips to take with your girl squad

Traveling has become an essential part of our lives and can provide a true bonding experience. The memories and moments shared amongst the girls - outlasts time itself and will be reminisced about over a good glass of wine often. There are the typical 'ladies nights' when the girls get together to enjoy a night on the town - but if you and your friends have not taken this a step further by travelling together then it's high time you did...

7 ways to Treat Yo Self this Women's Day

Be one of those people who sits at a coffee shop for hours, abusing the free wi-fi, sipping slowly on your single R30 cup of coffee. But instead of working on your laptop, go old school and scribble in a notebook...

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