GroundUp’s favourite photos of 2025 show South Africa as it really is… battered in places, brilliant in others and always worth fighting for. South Africa (29 December 2025) –…
What does it take to rise from a rural childhood to the global spotlight? For Cynthia Dumakude, the answer has always been purpose. And now, the world finally knows her…
From viral moments that made us laugh to quiet acts of compassion that restored faith, 2025 delivered more good news than we could ever fit into one year. Good Things…
What happens when a radio show, a charitable organisation, and a community join forces? On the Cape Flats, it meant 501 children received a Christmas they will never forget. …
For many South Africans, Christmas is less about spectacle and more about who’s around the table. This year, some of the country’s best-known names are reminding us why those simple…
While the festive season is upon us, many South Africans find this period far from joyful. The Do More Foundation encourages those who can to make meaningful contributions, to give…
Competing locally and internationally, the Zimbabwe-born athlete has found her footing in South Africa as she balances school and sport while chasing a dream. South Africa (17 December 2025)…
The My Incredible Business Series is spotlighting real stories of SME resilience this festive season, with the competition extended to January; this is why it’s become more than a competition….
South Africans have earned more than 200 wins, awards, and international accomplishments this year, and we couldn’t be prouder! South Africa (09 December 2025) – Every year, we look…
From surviving a life-altering shooting to building a thriving beadwork business, Musa’s journey is lifted by community, and the quiet of “I Have A Name,” a project capturing the humanity…
