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.
Amanda Shaw probably never imagined that a decision she made seven years ago would be making headlines today but her refusal to accept an alleged shortcut has reignited an important…
What began as a chance meeting on a dusty South African road has become a global story of compassion, with more than 4,000 people contributing to a GoFundMe campaign that…
After open-heart surgery, severe anxiety, two strokes, cancer and countless setbacks, Brandon Fairweather is using his story to help others feel less alone. Johannesburg, South Africa (05 August 2026)…
Tyla’s passport must be filling up as quickly as her trophy cabinet. Her latest stop saw her sharing the stage with Shakira in Brooklyn, adding yet another remarkable chapter to…
New transplant technologies are opening doors that once seemed impossible, giving more South Africans access to life-saving procedures. But despite remarkable medical advances, one challenge continues to stand in the…
A reunion filled with relief, wagging tails and overwhelming emotion has brought one of South Africa’s most heartwarming stories to its perfect ending, as Fireman and Stephen are together again….
Every successful business has a story that almost ended differently. These four South African entrepreneurs came dangerously close to closing their doors before finding the breakthrough that changed everything. …
Teboho Kabayi was told he’d never own a BMW. Just two weeks later, thanks to the generosity of strangers and a remarkable act of corporate kindness, he was driving one…
Every story featured this week has one thing in common… it started with someone choosing to make a difference. Here’s your invitation to discover the good news making South Africans…
The Good Things Guy poddie has been telling South Africa’s best stories for more than 12 years but the move to video has opened an exciting new chapter. With 71…
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