Shannon Manuel

3 days ago | gq.co.za | Shannon Manuel

Exosomes - the latest buzzword in the beauty and skincare industry. Known for their ability to heal and regenerate, exosomes help to reduce the appearance of fine lines, boost hydration, increase collagen and improve skin laxity. They are only just starting to find their way from in-practice into at-home products. Are exosomes just hype or are they really the new frontier of skincare?

1 week ago | gq.co.za | Shannon Manuel

Leadership, for the longest time, has been mostly equated with charisma, assertiveness, and a commanding presence. The loudest voice in the room or the most gregarious personality tends to dominate, leaving introverts—those quieter, more reserved individuals—overlooked for leadership positions. However, this bias toward extroversion risks sidelining highly competent, even exceptional candidates, who could excel in senior roles, a leadership expert says.

2 weeks ago | gq.co.za | Shannon Manuel

Burnout isn’t always dramatic. It doesn’t have to involve a breakdown at your desk or quitting your job on the spot. For most people, it builds quietly – masked as tiredness, frustration, or that nagging sense you’re just “not yourself” anymore.

3 weeks ago | gq.co.za | Shannon Manuel

Thembi Dunjana is one of South Africa’s most captivating jazz voices. A pianist and composer rooted in the rich musical heritage of Cape Town, she blends traditional African rhythms with contemporary jazz to create a sound that is both soulful and strikingly original. Thembi's debut album, Intyatyambo (2020), was a bold two-disc exploration that seamlessly blended neo-soul, Cape jazz, and hard-swinging jazz elements.

3 weeks ago | gq.co.za | Shannon Manuel

entertainment Shannon Manuel  | April 22, 2025Acclaimed South African bassist, composer, and bandleader Benjamin Jephta returns to the Cape Town International Jazz Festival stage this year, bringing with him a sound that bridges generations and genres. Known for his fearless fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and traditional South African sounds like Ghoema and Marabi, Jephta continues to carve out a unique musical identity that’s as political as it is poetic.