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.
After being displaced and forced out of their previous home, the Karoo Donkey Sanctuary and its rescues have landed at Hope’s doorstep! Western Cape, South Africa (28 January 2026)…
Best news for Cape Town’s thrifting enthusiasts – TEARS Animal Rescue thrift stores are running a major sale right now, and your purchase could help animals in need. Run, don’t…
The Mammal Red List of South Africa – covering Lesotho and Eswatini, too – has been updated. The numbers reflect why conservation matters and where focus needs to be placed…
Hope doesn’t disappear when things get hard, and that’s something worth holding onto. After a brief remission, 22-year-old Armand is facing cancer again. He needs help to fight the bravest…
Madeleine van Manen’s solo exhibition, currently on show at Sisonke Gallery, maps the inner corners of Cape Town’s metropolis in a manner that reflects the life running through it. …
Identical twins Bou and Lau made every step count, raising funds to support terminally ill patients in the Overstrand sub-district. Hermanus, South Africa (27 January 2026) – Bouwer and…
Adam used his voice to spread a few seconds of joy amongst an uptight audience queuing at the licensing department. Johannesburg, South Africa (27 January 2026) – Last week,…
An unconscious police officer was brought ashore after a high school student, James, spotted him floating face down in the water. He had no pulse and wasn’t breathing. What James…
Animal welfare workers are heroes. How you treat your pets will shape how they behave around others. Johannesburg, South Africa (27 January 2026) – Daniel is a caretaker and…
An anonymous donor has lifted a heavy burden from Mpho’s shoulders as she studies towards a medical degree that will help her serve her community back home. Stellenbosch, South Africa…
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