Nothando is a writer for Good Things Guy.
She's passionate about crafting stories that celebrate the triumphs of everyday heroes and the beautiful moments that restore faith in humanity. When she isn’t at her desk, she is sure to be found running after her bouncy toddler, exploring new food spots, or soaking in tranquil beach views.
In the demanding work of animal rescue, a reliable set of wheels is often the difference between a life saved and a chance missed, which is why the Soshanguve Animal…
In 1999, a single moment on the rugby field changed everything for Alvairo. A catastrophic injury shifted him from the starting line-up to a wheelchair, leaving many to wonder what…
Over the past seven months, Cape Town’s small but mighty Marine Unit has ramped up patrols, inspections and seized nearly 5,000 West Coast Rock Lobster tails, proving that our marine…
They spend most of their days fighting against the tides to save others, but last Friday, the volunteers of the NSRI Gqeberha station proved that a true hero’s mission doesn’t…
You might think your eyesight is perfectly fine; however, that is exactly the assumption that costs thousands of South Africans their vision every single year. South Africa (11 March…
The ocean may have been tough on this little shelled soul, but thanks to a vigilant beachgoer, his story is far from over. Durban, South Africa (10 March 2026)…
After reclaiming their lives on the theatre stage, the members of JAM are moving behind the scenes to ensure they can generate sustainable income, break cycles of poverty, and inspire…
A snorkelling emergency turned into a life-saving success story when two quick-thinking tour guides and a local hero with an NSRI pink buoy teamed up to save a senior couple….
From his first role as a school-play orca, 14-year-old Romario Valentine stepped into a real-life mission as a guardian of the environment. He is currently channelling his passion for birds…
While dialysis may have been sustaining Alexis’ life for over 16 years, it doesn’t define it; it is his passion for family, business, and his garden that truly fuels it….
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“We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop.” - Mother Teresa
