When Sex Scenes Go Too Far: Is SA TV Losing the Plot?
We all know that sex sells. But is it becoming too much? South African viewers have raised concerns about how intimacy scenes in local shows and films are starting to cross the line. What used to be family-friendly entertainment now feels uncomfortable to watch with others in the room. Shows like The Wife, Fatal Seduction, […]
“Daniel & the Hungry Lions”
The IdeaI’ve always admired Hungry Lion. The name alone is already doing half the work. It’s bold, memorable, and full of character. And it makes a promise: this food isn’t just for the hungry, it’s for the hungry-hungry. The type of hunger that roars. So I thought, how do you make that idea bigger than just […]
Chicken Licken – “Feel the Fire”
The Idea I’ve always loved Chicken Licken. Not just the food, but the ads. There’s something about the humour that always gets me. It’s weird, local, and just smart. It never takes itself too seriously, and that’s exactly what I enjoy most. So I thought, what if I could create a concept in that same […]
Lost Potential: The Career Crisis in South Africa
With the rise in unemployment, it’s fair to ask: how many people are jobless simply because they were never exposed to the full range of career paths available to them? Many students drop out of university not because they lack the ability or interest, but because they entered programmes without truly understanding what they wanted […]
Fashion as a Language: What We Wear Speaks First
In this day and age, fashion has become somewhat of a language. Before someone even speaks, the first impression you get of them is based on how they are dressed. With that, you can tell if they are artsy, serious, or just simply wear clothes because they have to wear them. Not everyone has a […]
Beating Unemployment with Just Data and Grit
In 2024, I had the privilege of meeting a remarkable young woman named Khungezwa Mgidi. At a time when youth unemployment continues to rise across South Africa, Khungezwa has found a practical and empowering way to fight back by making money online. Her journey is proof that with the right tools, mindset, and consistency, there […]
Welcome to Anne’s Craft Couture
So you’ve landed on this website and wondering what it’s all about. Well, I’d like to welcome you to my creative corner. This is my own space where I showcase and ramble on about things I find fascinating, my storytelling skills, and even some humor to make you laugh, or just things I find creative, […]