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South African jewellery lovers should prepare to be swept away this Christmas by the magnificent showcase of top international jewellery and luxury brands in the third annual issue of SHINE. This sleek 135-page supplement comes bagged with TRUE LOVE this December. 14 Nov 2011 Read more >>

What every woman wants for Christmas? TRUE LOVE has it down to a fine art this festive season with features to both excite and inspire loyal fans and new readers alike. From the bedroom to the boardroom, from the catwalk to the kitchen, this glitzy issue is jam-packed with insightful and entertaining content. It's got everything - hot health and fashion tips, expert parenting, sex pointers and some gorgeous festive recipes, courtesy of top SA chef Reuben Riffel - all setting the tone for a dazzling December. 9 Nov 2011 Read more >>

If you thought it was already hot out there, just wait 'till you see the 26 October 2011 edition of Move! magazine. The editorial team of Move! just turned the temperature up to sweltering with seven of the hottest stars in local television, all gloriously featured on the cover of South Africa's most successful weekly women's read. 24 Oct 2011 Read more >>

Summer is finally here and so is the much anticipated TRUE LOVE Summer Fashion Look Book 2011. Crammed with amazing features - from retro resort fashion to the latest hair trends - this bumper issue is sure to entice even the most casual fashionistas to its pages like the hungriest bees to the glossiest blooms. In a word, it's irresistible! 16 Sep 2011 Read more >>

Life, love and a second chance at motherhood. The TRUE LOVE October cover star is the straight-talking, sexy, dynamic and profound - Criselda Kananda. 15 Sep 2011 Read more >>

Before the vows or the confetti, before that first dance or the cutting of the cake, comes the planning. No bride is ever planning an ordinary event, she's planning a dream. TRUE LOVE Bride has always understood this and has consistently fulfilled the aspirations of its market and delivered a brand that has helped thousands of brides overcome creative block, organisational frustrations and pre-wedding jitters. 14 Sep 2011 Read more >>

When KUIER magazine hit the shelves in 2009, no one could have anticipated the runaway success that this fortnightly magazine would become. Well, it's two years down the line and KUIER is currently the fastest growing magazine in South Africa with latest audited circulation figures reporting a year-on-year growth of a whopping 108%. 14 Sep 2011 Read more >>

FHM, as we all know, is a guy thing - and more specifically it's this guy's thing. The dynamic editor of one of SA's best men's lifestyle magazines, Hagen Engler, has more than made his mark on the local media scene. 30 Aug 2011 Read more >>

Media24 Magazines announced that Jonathan Harris, general manager of the Developing Market business unit, has been appointed to lead digital projects in the tablet magazine space for the division. 29 Jul 2011 Read more >>

SA supermodel Lee-Ann Liebenberg is the star of the all-new, radically revamped version of FHM - South Africa's legendary men's magazine! The July FHM features a dynamic new design, new features, new regular sections and even more of that sexy, funny and useful content that has made the magazine a favourite of all South African men. 15 Jun 2011 Read more >>

Media24's Developing Market Division and Nollybooks have entered into an agreement with Shoprite, which will see the highly popular romance novels appear in a brand new twin-pack offering at selected retail outlets nationwide, from 1 June 2011. 10 Jun 2011 Read more >>

tvplus, South Africa's favourite bi-weekly TV magazine, is now crammed with even more pages! Readers hungry for the latest celeb news, gossip fix and information buzz from the world of their favourite TV shows, will find in the bonus spreads more entertainment, news and fun then ever before. 31 May 2011 Read more >>

Fans of SA It Girl Bonang Matheba better rush to get hold of the June FHM, which features the SA radio, TV and fashion superstar on the cover for the first time. And they shouldn't be surprised if their copy of the popular men's magazine buckles and blisters in their hands - it's that hot! 23 May 2011 Read more >>

In the 23 May 2011 issue of Kick Off magazine, soccer-hungry readers will be given a fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpse of the life and challenges of Baroka FC; it will also reveal the story of the club's coach, Sello Chokoe, an inspiring and charismatic individual who has carved out his success from humble beginnings. 17 May 2011 Read more >>

The TRUE LOVE Winter Look Book is back and the May 2011 pages practically sizzle with the very latest trends, straight from the runways around the globe. 20 Apr 2011 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE is the ultimate read as the winter chill sets in this May. This not-to-be-missed issue of one of SA's best loved women's title is jam-packed with fascinating insights and reading that no TRUE LOVE woman can afford to miss. 19 Apr 2011 Read more >>

Fresh, alluring and engaging! That's the new-look Real magazine. After six years as one of the most popular black women's titles in the industry, Real magazine has undergone many changes, but editor, Dudu Mvimbi Leshabane has now completely revolutionised the magazine and given it an incredibly sexy new feel. 22 Mar 2011 Read more >>

Media24's Developing Market Division is thrilled to announce the appointment of Lindsay Cilliers as Publishing Manager and Mark Murphy as Associate Publisher. This announcement follows the restructure of Media24 magazine's Thought24, now known as the Developing Market Division, with the addition of TV Plus, Kick Off, Kuier and FHM to its portfolio. 11 Mar 2011 Read more >>

Media24's Developing Markets Division is delighted to announce the appointment of Noluthando Gweba-Philisane (Thandi) as the new editor of Move! magazine. Thandi has already edited three issues and is hard at work on future editions of this exceptionally popular title. 28 Jan 2011 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE magazine is delighted to announce that 1st For Women is sponsoring its annual calendar for the third consecutive year. 8 Dec 2010 Read more >>

Thought24's long-awaited Move! Stokvel Workshop is finally about to hit Gauteng, and is expected to attract excited attendees from around Johannesburg. The Move! Stokvel Workshops, which have gained unparalleled popularity, often attract not only local visitors, but also those that travel several hours from the far and wide surrounding areas to tap into the knowledge, resources and entertainment on offer at these incredible experiential events. 29 Nov 2010 Read more >>

Vibrant, sophisticated, confident and bold. That's the new look readers found when they opened the November issue of TRUE LOVE magazine. Since taking her place as the new editor of South Africa's much-loved women's publication, Sbu Mpungose's first port of call was to transform the magazine with a complete editorial and design make-over. 1 Nov 2010 Read more >>

SHINE, the sumptuous 152-page jewellery and luxury supplement, is bagged with the December issue of TRUE LOVE. 28 Oct 2010 Read more >>

The Thought24 "I am Woman" Lifestyle Extravaganza held on Saturday 2 October was an incredible success. Over 2 500 Thought24 readers descended on the Sandton Convention Centre for a splendid fashion and beauty event.. 27 Oct 2010 Read more >>

Thought24 CEO and Publisher Jonathan Harris has committed each of the company's magazines - TRUE LOVE, Move!, Move! BestParent and Real - to a range of Corporate Social Initiatives, partnering with carefully selected Non-Government Organisations (NGOs). 22 Sep 2010 Read more >>

The countdown to spring is upon us, and the fashion and beauty gurus at TRUE LOVE magazine have consulted their style-focused crystal ball, and with an eye on what's hot on the local and international fashion and beauty scene, are proud to present the TRUE LOVE Fashion & Beauty supplement. The jam-packed edition will be on shelf FREE with the October issue of TRUE LOVE. 9 Sep 2010 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE BRIDE is the annual must-have magazine for any bride who is planning an unforgettable wedding day. From western-style weddings to culturally rich African ceremonies, TRUE LOVE BRIDE has it all. It's the best of both worlds and the essential guide for the modern African woman. The 2010 issue is packed to the brim with incredible features and loads of practical advice that will help every bride plan that all-important day from start to finish. 8 Sep 2010 Read more >>

It's a bittersweet moment for TRUE LOVE magazine as it bids farewell to legendary editor, Dorah Sithole, and welcomes Sbu Mpungose, who takes the seat at the helm in her capacity as the magazine's new leading lady. 24 Aug 2010 Read more >>

Thought24 magazines - TRUE LOVE, TRUE LOVE BRIDE, Real, Move! and Move! BestParent - will host one of the greatest women's events ever to be held in South Africa, the 'I Am Woman' Lifestyle Extravaganza, in association with Sofn' Free Healthi Living, and supported by Standard Bank, on Saturday, 2 October 2010, at the Sandton Convention Centre. 20 Aug 2010 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE is searching for the next undiscovered King or Queen of fashion design, to become the 2010 TRUE LOVE South African Undiscovered Designer. 16 Aug 2010 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE has reignited the South African Fashion Awards (SAFA) in 2010, announcing the re-launch of this highly celebrated fashion experience. It is also enlisting the help of its readers by asking them to vote for South Africa's hottest fashion designer at www.fashionawards.co.za. 16 Aug 2010 Read more >>

Thought24 Digital has launched another innovative online brand that will introduce a unique and exciting mms-based social network to its six million readers. 15 Jun 2010 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE was on top again at the 2010 Sunday Times Generation Next Survey Awards evening, held Thursday 27 May. 4 Jun 2010 Read more >>

The June issue of TRUE LOVE heralds the launch of TRUE LOVE Stylewatch, a monthly style chapter for the title's fashion-craving readers. From trends that sizzle on runways and red carpets from around the world, to eye-popping celebrity fashion and beauty pages, Stylewatch is 16 pages packed with some of the world's hottest style. 26 May 2010 Read more >>

Thought24 is renowned for its innovative workshops and exciting events that not only engage, educate and entertain its readers, but also add exceptional value to its advertising clients by ensuring that their brands live on in the minds of the readers. 26 May 2010 Read more >>

Thought24 is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dudu Mvimbi-Leshabane as the new editor of Real magazine and Nompumelelo Zulu (Mpumi Zulu) as deputy editor. 25 May 2010 Read more >>

Thought24 will highlight and intensify the awareness of one of our society's most shameful afflictions, as it launches the 'Who's Got Your Back' campaign in the June issue of TRUE LOVE magazine. This campaign will not only reveal some shocking statistics, but will also highlight the fact that any woman's best defence against abuse is to speak out and seek support. 25 May 2010 Read more >>

The latest AMPS 2009AB results show that Thought24, publisher of TRUE LOVE, Move!, Move! Best Parent, and Real magazines, is the largest publisher of women's general interest titles in South Africa, with a total readership of over 6.1 million per month. 4 May 2010 Read more >>

After much anticipation, Thought24 has announced that Sbu Mpungose will become the new editor of TRUE LOVE. Mpungose takes the reins from Dorah Sitole, who has been at the helm of the woman's magazine for the past two years. 26 Apr 2010 Read more >>

Thought24 has announced the launch of a new book division, focusing on romance fiction in 2010. 26 Apr 2010 Read more >>

Thought24, a division of Media24 is proud to announce the relaunch of Move! Parent magazine. The new-look title will now be renamed, Move! BestParent, and made its entrance to the market on 22 April 2010 as a glossy magazine, with an improved design and a stronger editorial voice. 23 Apr 2010 Read more >>

The marketplace has changed and with it many of the established pre-conceptions about how and why consumers engage with certain media channels and the brands that advertise through them. The pace of this change has left some companies wondering where they fit in, but for others it has opened doors they could never have imagined would be here five years ago. Jonathan Harris CEO/ Publisher of Thought24 shares his ideas of ‘'Behaviour Intelligence' and the Future of Magazines. 24 Feb 2010 Read more >>

SA FM Ashraf Garda has a one-on-one with Dorah Sitole on her journey as True Love editor! 21 Feb 2010 Read more >>

SA Fm - Nancy Richards chats to Makhosazana Zwane-Siguqa; editor of MOVE! and MOVE! Parent; on publishing their 200th issue. 10 Feb 2010 Read more >>

Hailed as “the magazine success story of the past half a decade”, Move! has become a brand synonymous with achievement and accolades. These include: 3 Feb 2010 Read more >>

Dorah Lydia Sitole will be leaving her post as Editor of TRUE LOVE magazine to head up Thought24's exciting new Book Division. The pillar of this business will be a Romance Novel Series, created to appeal to the readers of Thought24's TRUE LOVE, Real, Move! and Move! Parent magazines. The book division will work in close partnership with Kwela and Leisure Books. 29 Jan 2010 Read more >>

The Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2009, in the category Best African Cuisine, has been awarded to TRUE LOVE's classic cookbook Cooking From Cape To Cairo. Edited by Dorah Sitole, the cookbook showcases the best of the continent's national dishes and has been well received by foodies in South Africa and internationally. 20 Jan 2010 Read more >>

He's not afraid to question SAARF, even though AMPS has reflected his titles favourably; he sits on the MPASA board and has represented MPASA on the PMSA board, and now chairs the 2010 PICA committee. While some say he's heading for the Naspers peaks and others say he's a metrosexual visionary with delusions of grandeur, Shelagh Foster reckons he's just what the magazine industry needs to take it to the next level. 20 Jan 2010 Read more >>

Hold on to your seats like never before as TRUE LOVE takes you on the ultimate journey with their all new exciting Beauty, Fashion and Decor pages! 24 Dec 2009 Read more >>

A fresh new year is upon us, and another year to live life to the full. So why not jumpstart the year ahead, with the TRUE LOVE 2010 Calender, which we have produced in association with 1st for Women. We bring our sassy readers a sexy calender to be hung on every modern African woman's wall. 24 Dec 2009 Read more >>

Real magazine boasts an incredible supplement in the January 2010 issue, a mini version of South Africa's biggest selling children's magazine - National Geographic Kids. 23 Dec 2009 Read more >>

Real magazine presents a 2010 calendar for the households of Real women! In association with Libresse. 23 Dec 2009 Read more >>

We are thrilled and proud to announce that Thought24 has three of the top 10 most influential media people in The Annual - Advertising, Media and Marketing publication, namely Jonathan Harris, CEO and Publisher of Thought24; Dorah Sitole, TRUE LOVE Editor, and Makhosazana Zwane-Siguqa, Move! and Move! Parent Editor, who all rank at the top. 21 Dec 2009 Read more >>

Magazine publishers run complex businesses that do something pretty hard to get right, they entice a person to read, do it so well they love the experience and repeat the cycle over and over again. The next few years are going to be the real game changers for the industry and how effective publishers are at making the right calls is going to directly impact returns for marketers. Those that aren't re-thinking everything they do right now will not make it into the new media future. 11 Dec 2009 Read more >>

Nancy Richard, who hosts the ‘Otherwise' show on SAfm, interviewed Dorah Sitole (TRUE LOVE Editor) on her extensive travels involved in writing her Cape to Cairo book! 9 Dec 2009 Read more >>

SAfm - Ashraf Garda invites Jonathan Harris CEO/Publisher of Thought24 into the studio to discuss the fundamental changes needed in the media industry. 6 Dec 2009 Read more >>

Dress up in your birthday hats and cut the cake because it's time for festivities! We are celebrating MOVE!'s 5th birthday this month! We'll be celebrating this achievement with a milestone edition in March, packed with special birthday give-aways, beauty hampers and tantalising treats. 1 Dec 2009 Read more >>

Bring on the Bling - just in time for Christmas! TRUE LOVE's December 2009 issue promises to dazzle your dreams with the launch of its new jewellery and luxury booklet - literally a ‘gold mine' of information to navigate you through the jewels of South Africa - all showcased between the glossy pages of SHINE! 20 Nov 2009 Read more >>

Accessorize and dazzle your way through every occasion this festive season with REAL's gift to you! In the spirit of giving this Christmas, REAL would like to add that little special something to your wardrobe by indulging their readers with a fashionable gift. 17 Nov 2009 Read more >>

What is reader engagement? How do we model it, measure it and plan around it, to positively impact ROI? 1 Oct 2009 Read more >>

This summer you can look forward to original themes and trends presented in a shopping catalogue layout - a Fashion & Beauty feast for all our TRUE LOVE readers. We will teach you the complete look from fashion to beauty to hair to finishing off with accessories. This is one shopping guide you must take into stores with you! 22 Sep 2009 Read more >>

Jonathan Harris, Publisher and CEO of Thought24, played a meaningful role in supporting young upcoming talent when he selected student Modikela M. Tshukudu from several motivation letters to attend the AMASA Workshop. AMASA is a non-profit organisation which aims to educate people with an interest in media and advertising. 18 Sep 2009 Read more >>

We are pleased to announce that CEO and Publisher, Jonathan Harris, was recently voted on to the board of the Magazine Publishers' Association of SA. 17 Sep 2009 Read more >>

Exciting times lie ahead for TRUE LOVE Fashion Editor, Mbali Soga, who has recently been selected as a member of the Media Judging Panel for the Audi Jo'burg 2010 Winter Collection to be held in January 2010. In additon, she has also been selected to be part of the media panel that will be jetted off to the New York Fashion Week on 11 September 2009. 15 Sep 2009 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE BRIDE is an annual magazine created especially for our readers who are planning that all-important day in their lives! 9 Sep 2009 Read more >>

Thought24 publishes South Africa's most successful black female titles, TRUE LOVE, Real, Move!, and the newly launched Move! Parent. Combined they sell an average of 650 000 copies a month. So how does a publisher of this scale really “go green”? 31 Aug 2009 Read more >>

Stokvels represent an age-old, trusted and proven way of saving and investing for Africans, and has been the basis of numerous new South African companies launching on the stock exchange or growing into massive business empires. 26 Aug 2009 Read more >>

Is there more to women's magazines than meets the eye? Florence Modikwe looks beyond the gloss. 13 Aug 2009 Read more >>

1Africa recently interviewed Jonathan Harris, Thought24 CEO/Publisher, on being at the helm of four leading black female magazines. 4 Aug 2009 Read more >>

Metro FM interviews Jonathan Harris CEO/Publisher of Thought24, on TRUE LOVE, Real, Move! and Move! Parent and celebrating Women's Month! 1 Aug 2009 Read more >>

TRUE LOVE magazine has been given an overhaul, encompassing a more stylish, sophisticated and glamorous cover, new storyboard fashion shoots and new feature layouts. 29 Jul 2009 Read more >>

Thought24 welcomes a brand-new and dynamic ad sales team headed by Sales Director, Claire Smith. This team brings with it a wealth of combined experience and will be representing TRUE LOVE, Real magazine, Move! and Move! Parent. 28 Jul 2009 Read more >>

The recent move to incorporate TRUE LOVE, Move! and Move! Parent alongside Real magazine, under one publisher, Thought24, has created a uniquely focused South African publishing business. Both readers and advertisers are now feeling the benefit of this strategy. 24 Jul 2009 Read more >>

Kaya FM's Phat Joe gets up close and personal with Jonathan Harris CEO/Publisher of Thought24. 24 Jul 2009 Read more >>

How does a white male Pommie know so much about the black female magazine market that one of our media giants buys out his company and puts him in charge of a new division to target the mass market and launch new titles? 15 Jul 2009 Read more >>

The Venue at Melrose Arch was the backdrop for the 5th Annual Sunday Times Generation Next awards, the results of an extensive brand preference study of urban South African youths aged 14 to 22, conducted by HDI Youth Marketeers in partnership with Sunday Times. 29 May 2009 Read more >>

Media24 announced today that it would acquire the remaining 50% shareholding in Thought24. The company will become a wholly owned division of Media24 and will be responsible for publishing TRUE LOVE, Move!, Real magazine and newly launched Move! Parent. 6 Apr 2009 Read more >>

The phenomenal sales of Move! magazine when a gospel star is featured on the covers - Deborah (6 January 2008) 146 485 copies sold; Rebecca Malope (2 April 2008) 154 839 copies sold - has inspired Move! magazine to collaborate with music industry leader, EMI, and release Move! Gospel. 12 Mar 2009 Read more >>

Following the phenomenal success of Move! magazine, one of Marketing Mix's Top Print Performers based on the 2008 ABC figures - both year-on-year and quarterly progress, it was only a matter of time before a brand extension would follow. 18 Feb 2009 Read more >>

Move! magazine received Highly Commended recognition for their 7 May cover in the Consumer Publishing Excellence category at this year's MPASA PICA Awards. 3 Dec 2008 Read more >>

Media 24's Move! magazine is proving to be a force to be reckoned with by shattering all expectations and industry records. 25 Nov 2008 Read more >>

The women of Mzansi have spoken and the word is Move! From modern mammas to stylish sistas - Move! is number one on their list! This was proven when the latest ABC figures were released on 21 August. Impressive... for a three year old! Never been seen or done before in the magazine industry. 25 Aug 2008 Read more >>