Practical skills books for South Africa

51 practical guides written for South African readers. Read them in any web browser or in the HybridE app on Android.

Garden

Garden Irrigation DIY R149 incl. VAT
Garden Services as a Side Hustle: Lawns, Hedges, Pruning and Running a Small Garden Business R149 incl. VAT
Growing Fruit Trees in South Africa: Citrus, Stone Fruit, Figs and Berries at Home R149 incl. VAT
Growing Mushrooms at Home R149 incl. VAT
Growing Vegetables in Small Spaces R149 incl. VAT
Introduction to Gardening in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Keeping Backyard Chickens in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Market Gardening in South Africa: Growing and Selling Vegetables from a Small Plot R149 incl. VAT
Water-Wise Gardening in South Africa: Rainwater, Greywater, Mulch and Waterwise Plants R149 incl. VAT

Hobby

3D Printing and Making at Home R149 incl. VAT
Beekeeping for Beginners R149 incl. VAT
Braai and Outdoor Cooking: Fire, Food Safety, Potjiekos and Cooking for a Crowd in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Candle and Soap Making at Home R149 incl. VAT
Fly Fishing in South Africa: Trout, Yellowfish and Beyond R149 incl. VAT
Freshwater and Coastal Fishing for Beginners R149 incl. VAT
Home Baking as a Side Hustle R149 incl. VAT
Introduction to Electronics R149 incl. VAT
Practical Photography for a Digital World Free until 31 December 2026
Sewing and Clothing Repairs: Mending, Alterations and a Small Alterations Service R149 incl. VAT
Upcycling as a Side Hustle R149 incl. VAT
Video Making with Your Phone: For Content, Events and Small Businesses R149 incl. VAT
Woodworking for Beginners: From a Pallet Bench to a Small Workshop R149 incl. VAT

Home

Automating Your Home R149 incl. VAT
Bicycle Maintenance and Repair: Commuting and Running a Small Repair Business R149 incl. VAT
Caring for Your Vehicle R149 incl. VAT
Cutting Your Electricity and Water Bills: Meters, Geysers, Appliances and Leaks in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
DIY for the New Homeowner R149 incl. VAT
Home Security in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Pest Control the Safe Way: Termites, Rodents and Mosquitoes, and When You Need a Registered PCO R149 incl. VAT
Solar Backup Power for Your Home R149 incl. VAT
Swimming Pool Maintenance in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Your Dog or Cat in South Africa: Choosing, Caring, Vets and the Rules R149 incl. VAT

Life skills

Buying Your First Car: New, Used, Finance and Insurance in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
First Aid for Families: Home, Road and Outdoors in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Getting Your Driver's Licence: The Learner's Test, Lessons and the K53 Driving Test in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Life Admin: IDs, Tax, Accounts, Wills and Family Paperwork in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Managing Your Money: Budgeting, Debt and Saving in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Renting Your First Home: Leases, Deposits and Your Rights R149 incl. VAT
Starting a Small Business from Home R149 incl. VAT
Staying Safe Online: Scams, Privacy and Your Digital Life in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Studying and Succeeding at College: Study Skills, NSFAS and Student Life Free until 31 December 2027
Your First Job: CVs, Interviews and Workplace Rights R149 incl. VAT

Travel

4x4 Driving and Overlanding in Southern Africa: Off-Road Skills, Recovery and Self-Sufficient Trips R149 incl. VAT
Birdwatching in Southern Africa: Finding, Identifying and Recording Birds R149 incl. VAT
Camping for Beginners in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Caravanning in South Africa: Choosing, Towing, Setting Up and Living on the Road R149 incl. VAT
Hiking and Trail Safety in South Africa R149 incl. VAT
Must-See Places in South Africa: A Province-by-Province Guide to Exploring Your Own Country R149 incl. VAT
Road Trips in South Africa: Planning, Driving, Staying Safe and Crossing Borders R149 incl. VAT
Tour Guiding as a Side Hustle: Registering, Planning Tours and Finding Clients R149 incl. VAT
Your First Trip Abroad: Passports, Visas, Money and Staying Safe R149 incl. VAT

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