Rooi Rose (lit. "Red Roses") was an Afrikaans-language monthly women's magazine published in South Africa by Caxton Magazines.[1] It was one of the earliest magazines in the country. The magazine was in circulation between 1942 and May 2020.

History and profile

Rooi Rose was first published in April 1942.[1] The South African novelist Toek Blignaut was first employed as a writer at the magazine from 1957. She was employed for twelve years and conducted the magazine's interview with Dr Christiaan Barnard.[2]

The magazine was credited with launching the career of actress Charlize Theron by way of its Rooi Rose Supermodel of the Year competition.[3] From November 2000 Rooi Rose was published on a monthly basis.[1] In May 2020 the magazine folded.[4]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Rooi Rose". Caxton Magazines. Retrieved 29 April 2016.
  2. ↑ "Message of condolences on the passing of three prominent South African writers | Department Of Arts and Culture". www.dac.gov.za. Retrieved 23 July 2018.
  3. ↑ "Models vie for spot in TV reality show". Independent Online. Retrieved 7 July 2008.
  4. ↑ Ernest Mabuza; Alistair Anderson (5 May 2020). "Iconic SA magazines to fold as Caxton pulls the plug". Business Day. Retrieved 1 June 2020.
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