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By Katlego Rammusa: In the book The After-40 Dilemma: Balancing Life, Love, and Purpose, Babalwa Maholwana (Dr Babs) pulls back the curtain on a demographic often expected to have it all figured out: the high-achieving woman in her prime. What follows is a raw, sophisticated, and deeply relatable narrative that reframes the "midlife crisis" as a profound midlife transition. Published by Mbokodo Publishers, this work serves as both a memoir and a survival guide for women navigating the high-stakes intersection of professional excellence and personal upheaval. The Collision of Two Worlds Dr. Babs is the quintessential protagonist for the modern era—a qualified medical doctor with a thriving executive career in the pharmaceutical ind...

By Thobile Jiwulane: Katlego Rammusa — author, music enthusiast, and proud son of Mafikeng — was showered with words of appreciation at the University of Johannesburg Library, where he discussed his acclaimed book 'Motswako: The Beginnings'. The event formed part of UJ’s Africa Month celebrations, designed to advance critical dialogue through literature, culture, and scholarship. The conversation was facilitated by a knowledgeable host, Thapelo Khambule, a UJ Library researcher, who guided the audience through Rammusa’s journey with warmth and insight. For Katlego, speaking about Motswako is second nature. The genre was born in his community, Maftown, and he was part of the movement that grew from its dusty streets. He recalled how a casual con...