With the festive season in full swing, Rooibos is finding new life across the summer table – from chilled drinks to flavour-packed starters, mains and desserts. Once a familiar comfort, it’s now proving itself to be one of the season’s most versatile ingredients.
With the open-water season now underway, endurance swimmers are gearing up to test their limits once more – facing icy swells, strong currents and unpredictable weather. As they take on South Africa’s toughest stretches, from Dassen Island to False Bay, Rooibos is emerging as an unlikely performance ally. Long seen as a comfort drink, research suggests its unique antioxidant makeup can help manage oxidative stress, enhance hydration and aid recovery.
In a groundbreaking study from Walter Sisulu University, researchers have discovered that adding green Rooibos extract to tilapia feed significantly improves fish growth rates and feed efficiency – a finding that could transform sustainable aquaculture in South Africa and beyond.
As South Africa celebrates Women’s Month, new insights from leading researchers reveal that more women than ever are making the switch to healthier beverages with Rooibos emerging as a top contender.
When it comes to crafting the perfect cup of tea, lovers of the brew know it’s as much about flavour and ritual as it is about comfort and connection. From black to green, oolong to herbal, every cup tells a story. But what if we told you that behind the soothing steam and fragrant leaves lies a world of chemistry – one that can actually help you brew a better, more flavourful cup?
As wellness trends reshape beverage choices globally, South African consumers are increasingly turning to herbal infusions, with Rooibos leading the charge. This shift is particularly evident among Gen Z and Millennials, who, despite their shared health-conscious outlooks, exhibit distinct preferences in their tea consumption habits.