BONA Magazine

BONA Magazine is South Africa’s monthly consumer magazine servicing the nation with the latest in women’s interests and general lifestyle. The magazine, established 60 years ago, honors the ethos and legacy behind the BONA brand. It covers a diverse editorial scope from health, fashion & beauty, entertainment, lifestyle and more.

BONA Magazine

ED’S LETTER

Ed’s Picks

LOVE, REFLECTION, READ • Every year, fresh voices bring new stories to our shelves. In 2025, these four standout releases offer raw emotions, real characters and gripping tales you won’t want to miss. From love and family, to healing and identity; dive into the best new reads shaking up the South African literary scene

The Summer Beauty Edition • Sun-soaked trends, festive-ready finds and the season’s most coveted launches

SUMMER-PROOF YOUR GLAM • Lightweight layers and sweat-proof staples for a flawless face all season long

Your Ultimate Holiday HAIR KIT • Pack smart, shine brighter; these are the must-haves to keep your hair flawless through sun, sea and sizzling temperatures

SHADES OF Summer • As the sun-soaked season approaches, fashion is leaning into brightness, lightness and soft sophistication

Finding her VOICE one character at a time • South Africa’s current on-screen leading lady, Lunathi Mampofu, opens up about her childhood and how her upbringing has contributed to the powerhouse she is today on-screen and as a mother

Science Law Runway • Jacques Bam, South African fashion designer and owner of Bam Collective, reflects on his career as he recently hosted his brand's first-ever solo show

Hop on and hop off IN SOUTH AFRICA • Planning your South African 2025 summer adventure? From coastal paradises and wild safaris to tucked-away mountain havens, here’s a listicle of must-see, as well as under-the-radar destinations for your itinerary

BMW X3 PERFORMANCE REDEFINED • Voted this year’s car of the year at the South African Car of the Year Awards (SAGMJ), the BMW X3 has set the standard for premium luxury. Our friends at Car Mag test-drove the M50 from the X3 range, and here’s what they had to say

Surname Switch • On 11 September 2025, South Africa’s Constitutional Court unanimously declared sections of the Births and Deaths Registration Act unconstitutional, granting men the right to assume their wives’ surnames upon marriage

PERSONAL MASTERY: THE UNTAPPED CURRENCY FOR Women in LEADERSHIP • WomenOnBoards (WOB) believes that to move beyond just the celebration of women in leadership positions, there’s a need to equip these leaders with tools for personal mastery

Entrepreneurship at the forefront of SA growth • Whenever innovation and impact come to mind, think Christine Masaiti, Zimkhita Duze and Tebogo Molotsi, the 2025 winners of She’s Next South Africa

CONFRONTING THE GUILT BEHIND Garnishee Orders • Many South Africans struggle with debt and poor credit. Yet, despite the availability of expert help and practical solutions, they remain trapped

Building an EMPIRE ONE TAPP AT A TIME • Mathebe Molise, owner of Beauty on TApp, has built her brand from the ground up. Never imagining the success of her brand, the soon-to-be beauty mogul recently opened the fifth Beauty on TApp store in Sandton City

MEN’S HEALTH: Your age, family and prostate cancer risk • With prostate cancer on the rise, conversations about early detection need to be had year-long. According to Urologist Dr Sumesh Padayachee, prostate cancer is the most common non-cutaneous, that is not skin-related, cancer in South Africa for men

GET FESTIVE – AND FIT – AT HOME! • Holiday preparations don’t have to derail your fitness goals. We show you how to build a workout routine with simple home exercise tips, so you stay balanced and...