This July/August 2026 issue of Sawubona embraces the vibrant spirit of African discovery and global connection. From breathtaking wilderness escapes to the creative capitals redefining global style, here is a look at what you can expect in this latest edition:
When women lead the way
In celebration of Women’s Month in South Africa, we honour the outstanding contributions of female professionals shaping the future of aviation. From the flight deck and engineering hangars to leadership, we celebrate the trailblazers driving excellence, including an in-depth conversation with SAA Chairperson Sedzani Mudau on leading a board with 60% female representation for the first time in the airline’s history.
The expansive silence of De Hoop
Journey with us to the Western Cape to explore the uninterrupted limestone cliffs, shifting dunes, and fynbos plains of the De Hoop Nature Reserve. Discover a rare sanctuary where the pace slows, southern right whales breach close to the shoreline, and the sensory Origins of Early Southern Sapiens Behaviour exhibition connects visitors directly to our shared human history.
Travelling through the screen
In an era when streaming platforms serve as our contemporary atlases, we map out iconic cities taking centre stage on global screens. From the architectural richness of Johannesburg in Queen Sono to the vibrant, high-energy avenues of Nairobi in Sense8, explore the destinations we feel we know intimately before we even land.
Lagos: Fashion’s new global runway
Step onto the polished runways of West Africa’s style capital. We look at how Nigerian designers are pushing boundaries and honouring heritage by transforming traditional handwoven textiles like aso-oke and bold Ankara motifs into world-class contemporary couture.
Walking in Madiba’s footsteps
A comprehensive guide to the historic Nelson Mandela heritage sites across South Africa. Trace the powerful journey that shaped a nation, from his childhood roots in the Eastern Cape villages of Mvezo and Qunu to the sobering corridors of Robben Island.
Shaping the future of African aviation
An inside look at the defining moments, strategic partnerships, and collective goals emerging from the landmark 14th AFRAA Aviation Stakeholders’ Convention hosted in Johannesburg.
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