The Manor included in TIME's World's Greatest Places of 2025

What wonderful news! The Manor was included on TIME’s list of the ‘World’s Greatest Places of 2025’ — an annual list that highlights some of the best, one-of-a-kind spots and experiences around the globe.

We feel so lucky that Trevor, Neo and The Manor team have chosen 44 Stanley as their home and look forward to future magic in the space.

“After contributing to so many different publications and platforms, I thought it would be great to create a table of my own instead of asking for a seat at another,” Stuurman says. “It’s about creating space for others but also taking up space within the industry for African storytelling.”

Read the TIME feature here.

A Classic South African album, Juluka's 'Work for All' remasted on vinyl

South African great, Juluka’s 1983 album ‘Work For All’ has been reissued on vinyl, and is available to purchase at Mr Vinyl.

SAMP records owned by Bret Dugmore of Mr Vinyl and well-known DJ Abby Nurock, continues to press South African classics on vinyl, after successfully releasing albums from a range of artists including Hugh Masekela, Paul Hamner and Trompies.

“The reissue of Work for All by Samp Records, pressed on vibrant, translucent blue vinyl, has been crafted with exquisite detail – from the cover and sleeve art to the superb remastering by Peter Pearlson, a thoughtful, gifted and committed sound engineer and producer. The music sounds bright and clear, with newfound detail, as if Clegg and Mchunu are singing right there in the room as the record spins.”

— Richard Pithouse, Business Day

Although Juluka’s extraordinary music is well known by most South Africans, many people may not know the history behind it. Make sure to read Richard Pithouse’s article, ‘Juluka’s classic album ‘Work for All’ from 1983 reissued on vinyl’ in the Business Day that provides an intricate history of the album and the musicians.

Johannesburg is an Art & Design Lover's Delight

As lovers of beautiful and interesting places all over the world, its no surprise that Conde Nast Traveller is one of our favourite publications.

We were thrilled that the Manor got a mention in their recent article Johannesburg is an Art & Design Lover’s Delight by Mary Holland and was great to see some images of the fantastic Design Week South Africa events tthat took place at 44 Stanley.

A Sunday Morning at 44 Stanley by 2 Summers

We’re old school and love a proper blog post, so were thrilled when Heather Mason, one of the original Jozi bloggers wrote such a lovely post about 44 Stanley.

“44 Stanley Avenue has stood the test of time – I remember going for lunch there on my very first visit to Joburg in 2009. I recommend it to practically every tourist I meet but I still feel like not enough people know about it.”

— Heather Mason, 2 Summers

Thank you Heather, read the full blog post here

FASHION TRIBES IN THE PRESS

The latest Wanted Magazine fashion feature looked at Fashion Tribes and included Rodney Mudzengerere, owner and founder of IFUKU and friend and denim aficianado, Thando Made. Have a look at the feature here.

Joburg's best cheesecake

Salvation Cafe has won the title of Best Cheesecake in Joburg, after being nominated by customers and judged by the team devoted to finding the 'best of Joburg', Anele and the club from 947 (May 2023).

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Huge congratulations to the team who have continued to make this delicious cake for over 16 years.Click on the picture to hear the winning announcement.

And read more in the Johannesburg In Your Pocket article and the Sunday Times who thought they needed to their own judging.

Reaching out to loved ones

“Whether it’s celebrating a special occasion, brightening someone’s day, or conveying condolences, we will deliver your blooms in a personal, caring way.”

— Kim du Plessis

Petal & Post, mainly an e-commerce store’s Joburg branch is in 44 Stanley. The brainchild of Kim du Plessis. Petal & Post is a female-owned business at reaching loved ones when hands aren’t able to. 

A mere three years after establishing the Cape Town branch, Petal & Post expanded to Johannesburg and Durban. 

With Covid-19, we are grateful for Petal & Post to reach our loved ones when we can’t. Read the rest of the article here.

Living up to its name: Peachy

“We’ve tried to support our team as much as possible financially during times when we were unable to trade, and we couldn’t have done it without our amazing landlords at 44 Stanley.” - Matt Suttner

The Saturday Star recently talked to owner and creative Matt Suttner about Peachy bar: the favourites, the staff, the vibe… And why, life with Peachy, is oh so Peachy.

Film festival to inspire: ARIFF 2021

“The ARIFF seeks to address issues of accessibility, empowerment and development for previously and currently disadvantaged segments of society.” - Naledi de Wee

The 4th annual Africa Rising International Film Festival (ARIFF), first hosted in 2018, boasted a hybrid model this year with online viewings, in-person events and talks.

A variety of films, from countries like Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Egypt and Kenya was shown. This film festival also partnered with Tik-Tok, a short form video social media platform, a first for the continent.

Read the rest of the article here

Ifuku's Rodney shares his passion

The Inhabit spend a day with Ifuku owner, Rodney. He shares his love for clothing, music and his origin.