The early years of Loslyf were highly political. Editor Ryk Hattingh used a satirical and irreverent approach to push boundaries. The most famous example was featuring a topless model at the Voortrekker Monument in the very first issue, directly mocking the historical symbols of the conservative elite.
: Both Loslyf and its South African counterpart Hustler have shut down their print editions . Loslyf Magazine 2022 South Africa
actually free the culture from its conservative taboos, or did it just provide a temporary escape? Let's dive into a retrospective look at The early years of Loslyf were highly political