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      Brent Lindeque

      About the Author

      Brent Lindeque is the founder and editor in charge at Good Things Guy.

      Recognised as one of the Mail and Guardian’s Top 200 Young South African’s as well as a Primedia LeadSA Hero, Brent is a change maker, thought leader, radio host, foodie, vlogger, writer and all round good guy.

      They start by rubbing their hands together… their next move will give you chills & you will never want to hear another version of Africa!

      by January 9, 2016January 9, 2016 1,304 3

      If you live in Africa or are above a certain age, you’re probably familiar with, “Africa,” the1982 song by rock band Toto. It was definitely the band’s biggest hit, and…

      Ellen DeGeneres speaks out on the importance of kindness.

      by January 9, 2016 1,039 0

      Over the years, Ellen DeGeneres has raised tens of millions of dollars for causes close to her heart. And she uses her daytime talk show as both a way to raise…

      How Twitter Helped Save a Teen From Human Traffickers in India

      by January 9, 2016 338 1

      Indian Railways officials responded promptly after a passenger’s relative tweeted out the alert. For many of us, Twitter’s mainly useful for live-tweeting debates or catching up on the latest news…

      Baartman

      Beyonce might not be playing Baartman, but a South African is making sure Saartjie’s story will be told.

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 9, 2016August 25, 2023 707 0

      “Saartjie Baartman didn’t have a voice and, 200 years later, she talks through me.”   South Africa (09 January 2016) – This is what Cape Town filmmaker and stage performer…

      Dog Who Was Terrified Of Human Touch, Now Loves Being Petted

      by January 8, 2016 939 0

      A week ago, we shared a story about a shelter dog in Romania, who had suffered so much abuse that he was scared of a gentle, loving touch. Luckily, the…

      Wife Posts All The Strange Things Husband Tells Her In His Sleep

      by January 8, 2016 779 0

      Talking in your sleep can either get you in trouble, or make internet famous. Aidan wakes up his insomniac wife with his night-time rambling. She transcribes the sleepy rants into…

      Data Studying Thoby Mabanga

      Domestic worker’s daughter makes family history

      by January 8, 2016 274 0

      Sigcinile Thwala is the youngest of four children and will be the first person in her family to attend university. “My mother is a domestic worker and my father is…

      Lesotho comes to the rescue during South African water shortages.

      by January 8, 2016January 8, 2016 1,518 0

      Lesotho has come to the rescue of its neighbours in South Africa by sharing much-needed water from the Katse Dam with Aliwal North. The water was released in terms of…

      160 Abandoned Apartments Are Being Remodelled In Ohio By Volunteers For The Homeless

      by January 8, 2016 270 0

      Volunteers in Campbell, Ohio began remodeling two apartments on Saturday for veterans that don’t have a home. Four veterans will be moving into them, rent free, once they’re done.  …

      Ellen

      Ellen Wins Humanitarian Award, Donates $200,000 Prize To St. Jude Children’s Hospital

      by January 7, 2016 462 0

      Ellen DeGeneres is receiving a humanitarian award, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is reaping the benefits. Producers of the People’s Choice Awards announced Monday that DeGeneres will be recognized…

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