18 The New South African “Tea Culture”—From Rooibos to CBD Herbal Blends

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Warren Tyler If there’s one thing we South Africans have always done well, it’s turning a simple drink into a ritual. Tea has long been part of that story. It’s there when visitors arrive, when a day slows down, and when a conversation needs time to […]

17 Comfort Is King: How Fashion Is Prioritising Function, Fit, and Feel in 2026

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Pagan Pretorius Fashion has its priorities, and this move is set to continue throughout 2026. Looking good still matters, of course—but not at the expense of comfort, movement, or longevity. The industry is responding to a consumer who is more thoughtful, more selective, and far less […]

16 Cannabis Wellness Trends for 2026: From Pain Relief to Mindful Use

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Elizabeth Venter Cannabis and wellness have been circling each other for years, but now, the connection feels more settled and intentional than ever. The conversation has moved beyond novelty and strong effects. Instead, people are asking practical questions: How does cannabis fit into a healthy life? […]

15 Digital Fatigue Is Real: How People Are Rebuilding Healthier Relationships with Technology

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Katherine Pretorius Most people don’t remember agreeing to spend this much time online. It just… happened. Phones became smarter. Work moved onto screens. Social lives followed. Somewhere along the way, being connected all the time became normal. Now, many people are feeling the cost. “Digital fatigue” […]

14 Next-Level Cultivation: 2026 Trends in Indoor and Small-Scale Growing

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By John Swanepoel Cannabis cultivation in 2026 looks very different from the grow rooms of five years ago. From a small indoor setup in a spare room to a backyard greenhouse or a tightly controlled micro-facility, growers are becoming more precise, more informed, and more intentional about […]

13 Cannabis Legal Landscape: Where We Are Now—What’s Changed and What’s Coming

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Bruce Coetzee At the moment, the laws regarding cannabis feel a bit like rush-hour traffic. There’s movement, but it’s not always smooth, and different lanes are moving at different speeds. Around the world, countries are updating policies, tightening rules in some areas, loosening them in others, […]

12 Stress Isn’t the Enemy — Chronic Stress Is: What the Body Really Needs to Recover

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Susan Berry Stress gets a bad reputation. It’s often blamed for everything from poor sleep to burnout, anxiety, and physical illness. We’re told to “reduce stress” as if it’s something that can—or should—be removed entirely from life. But stress itself isn’t the problem. In fact, stress […]

11 Banking, Business Licenses, and the Green Economy in South Africa

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Quinton Haslett South Africa’s green economy is growing, but not evenly. Renewable energy projects are breaking ground, sustainable agriculture is gaining momentum, and climate-focused startups are attracting attention. At the same time, many businesses trying to operate responsibly are running into old systems that weren’t designed […]

10 The Cannabis Influencer Economy: Who’s Making Waves This Year?

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Tersia Thompson Fashion has always moved in cycles, but lately something different is happening. Instead of everyone chasing the same look, style is splitting into two clear paths. On one side, there’s quiet luxury—clean lines, neutral colours, quality fabrics, and pieces that don’t shout for attention. […]

09 Quiet Luxury vs Statement Style: Why Personal Expression Is Replacing Trend-Chasing

Border Green: Cannabis Smuggling Routes Then and Now By Tersia Thompson Fashion has always moved in cycles, but lately something different is happening. Instead of everyone chasing the same look, style is splitting into two clear paths. On one side, there’s quiet luxury—clean lines, neutral colours, quality fabrics, and pieces that don’t shout for attention. […]