She brings heart, curiosity, and a deep love for all things local to every story she tells – whether it be about conservation, mental health, or SA's everyday heroes. When she’s not scouting for good things, you’ll likely find her on a game drive, lost in a book, or serenading Babycat – her four-legged son.
Esta repainted a quote from the beloved conservationist on the SPCA’s Wendy, reminding everyone to be a Goodall. Heidelberg, South Africa (09 November 2026) – When it comes to…
Spreading EVEN MORE LOVE than it did with its school backpack drive last year, The Angel Network has made sure that more than 600 children feel seen as they step…
Willow, one of Kaapschehoop’s three missing wild horses, has been found safe. The conservancy is hopeful the grey mare and Phoenix will be spotted next. Mpumalanga, South Africa (09…
Indy had stopped breathing after the five-metre-long python had coiled itself around her underwater. Two conservationists jumped in to wrestle the snake off. Against all odds, she was brought back…
The small Johannesburg school community collected 151 Santa Shoeboxes, each prepared with love, hope and kindness for a child waiting to receive it. Johannesburg, South Africa (08 November 2026) –…
RiRi often browses the veld for her food – the occasional sweet and fruity snack goes down such a treat! Mpumalanga, South Africa (06 November 2026) – Watermelon season has…
Once thought to be remnants of ovens used by early humans, the ancient fossilised nests have been dated between 323,000 and 401,000 years old! Little Karoo, South Africa (06…
It’s patty time! Cape Town comes in buns blazing, landing two spots on the 50 Best Burgers in the World ranking. Cape Town, South Africa (06 November 2026) –…
There’s still time to join the Great Southern BioBlitz, which kicks off on 27 November! Here are five GOOD reasons to get involved! South Africa (06 November 2026) –…
Darryl was there to fix the internet, but he was drawn to the piano. What happened next left everyone’s jaws on the floor! Stellenbosch, South Africa (06 November 2026)…
Where mind meets heart
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, ‘I will try again tomorrow'” – Mary Anne Radmacher
