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.
One granny square turned into a wave of kindness – and newfound crochet skills – at a boys’ primary school in Hillcrest! KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (02 November 2026) –…
The boys are working with Pitches for Peace to give Welcome Primary learners a wonderful new safe place to play. Cape Town, South Africa (02 November 2026) – Frank…
Street artist Mook Lion has painted a mural at Graeme College with the school’s learners, funded through the Johan Carinus auction. Makhanda, South Africa (02 November 2026) – A…
Fungal diseases affect more than 300 million people every year and are widely neglected. Stellenbosch researchers are looking for early warning signs in river water. Stellenbosch, South Africa (02…
Tails are wagging in Tshwane after a local group’s SPCA fun run has collected FIVE TONNES of dog and cat food! Tshwane, South Africa (02 November 2026) – Sometimes,…
The volunteers have now cleared 48,523 invasive pines across 7284 hectares of the wilderness area in six HeliHack operations! Western Cape, South Africa (30 October 2026) – Between 23…
Carlo has been at Circle Centre for ages. The community often pays toward a little account at the local coffee shop to keep him fed. Recently, his seat was stolen,…
The light green wipe you use on your trolley handle at the shops doesn’t end up in landfill. It’s collected, recycled into plastic pellets and turned into outdoor furniture by…
Cancer has taken a great deal from Mr and Mrs Barnard. It has not taken their love for each other. Alberton, South Africa (29 October 2026) – Mr Barnard,…
Sifiso is sober; he’s reconnected with his family; he’s about to start a second business; and he’s made a fellow best friend in recovery. Together, they’re helping young people battling…
Where mind meets heart
“The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” - Nelson Mandela
