Gareth Pon’s Instagram account is chock-full of incredible photography. This South African takes his photos and turns them into pixels, with incredible results. Often capturing unique architecture, as well as landscapes and graffiti, Pon’s work speaks for itself. Take a look! Blog: Instagram.com/garethpon
The Pretty Blog is exactly what is sounds like – a beautiful collection of all things pretty, whether it be wedding photos, food “porn,” unique hairstyles, and more. Run by two women, Christine and Nicole, the Pretty Blog began as an exclusive wedding-centered destination, but expanded to provide inspiration across a variety of topics. For some creative stimulus, check it out! Blog: ThePrettyBlog.com
Ghana Music.com has quickly become the largest electronic source of information on the Ghanaian music scene, as well as the African music scene as a whole. The site not only appeals to Ghanaians, but to any of those interested in Ghanaian musical culture, and promotes the diversity and depth of talent of artists within the country. Operated out of Accra, Ghana Music.com ensures that it stays in touch with its viewership and keeps up to date with the ever-changing music scene in the country. Blog: GhanaMusic.com
Getaway was launched in 1989 and has become a household name for those looking to travel in Southern Africa and beyond. It collects information about everything you need to know about travel, from beautiful and unique destinations, accommodation suggestions, gear and gadget outlets, and amazing adventure packages. It is a part of RamsayMedia, a South African company committed to delivering original, quality, and unbiased content to consumers. Blog: Getaway.co.za
With the tagline, “A little bit of momspiration,” Rattle and Mum is a parenting blog that collects tips, reviews, trends, products and more for parents, as well as providing humor so parents can laugh at the predicaments they find themselves in. The blog is run exclusively by mommy blogger Tanya Kovarsky, who says she ensures that all products and solutions she suggests are tested either by herself or those close to her, providing a measure of quality control we can’t always find in the big bad Internet. Blog: RattleandMum.co.za
For all things sports, look no further than The Bounce. Based in Johannesburg, but covering sports across the world, The Bounce covers everything from professional sports to sports-related films to ideas for those interested in becoming involved in sports. Fresh and original content is released every week, and it’s obvious the writers of The Bounce eat, breathe, and sleep their sports. Blog: TheBounce.co.za
Described as “Africa’s most authoritative technology blog” by “Forbes Magazine” in December 2012, Techloy is a leading source for what it says is unbiased technology news and reviews. Following Internet companies, products, entertainment technologies and more, Techloy is your one-stop-shop for all things technological. The blog was founded by startup founders and tech influencers with an inside understanding of the industry, and has continued to give critical opinions on the tech industry in its home base in Nigeria, as well as South Africa, Kenya, and Ghana. Blog: Techloy.com
The South African entertainment website Just Curious targets those interested in all South African celebrities — sports stars, music artists, media personalities, and more. It offers an inside look at the stories going around the tabloids but with a more discerning eye, and claims to offer viewers the “real” story in Mzansi Entertainment. Blog: JustCurious.co.za
The Techie Guy blog, run by South African Liron Segev, helps businesses and individuals navigate the massive and often-confusing world of the tech industry, offering insight into various websites, products, and programs that we all use on a daily basis. Not only does Segev offer reviews of popular products, he also provides up-to-date news about the information technology world in an easy-to-consume fashion. Blog: TheTechieGuy.com
Between 10and5 gathers the best of the best creative work from across South Africa, including graphic design, illustration, photography, product design, art, fashion, and commercial advertising. Uno de Waal, the South African blog co-founder, is a self-described publisher and entrepreneur who has turned Between 10and5 into a booming business of all things culture in his home country. Blog: 10and5.com
