Ashleigh's favourite stories have always seen the hidden hero (without the cape) come to the rescue. As a journalist, her labour of love is finding those everyday heroes and spotlighting their spark - especially those empowering women, social upliftment movers, sustainability shakers and creatives with hearts of gold. When she's not working on a story, she's dedicated to her canvas or appreciating Mother Nature.
Talented young ballerinas known as the ‘Baby Swans’ have earned an opportunity to perform with the pros in The Gold Rhino of Mapungubwe in Switzerland. Johannesburg, South Africa (27…
South African surfing star Jordy Smith has successfully claimed his second win of the season, climbing the leaderboard to claim the top spot ahead of his competition! Australia (27…
South African teacher Nadine Smith has been awarded internationally for her efforts in STEM education. One of four global recipients, the educator was the sole African awardee. Global (27…
The cosiest fundraiser is just a few sleeps away and has the potential to fund the dreams of so many children fighting life-threatening illnesses. South Africa (27 May 2025)…
A South African forensic artist is on a rare mission: conserving ancient rock art by replicating it millimetre by millimetre. South Africa (27 May 2025) – Stephen Townley Bassett…
A non-profit’s after school club ignited a love of learning in Jenic of Patrysberg Farm. After getting her degree (and becoming the first in her family to do so) serendipity…
A kind petrol attendant named Nelson recently helped grandmother Gail out of quite the pickle after she started having tyre troubles along the highway! Meadowdale, South Africa (26 May…
South Africa’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show design stole the show and won gold for the second year in a row. In exciting news for all who celebrated the win, the…
South African actor Davin Beiersdorf has followed his dreams from Langebaan all the way to attending the Cannes Film Festival! Global (26 May 2025) — Actor and model Davin…
In a bold move, one romantic decided to she wasn’t going to leave her love life up to fate. Taking to a Sandton community group, she bravely shared a post…
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"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." - Coretta Scott King
