On the way from Johannesburg to Durban, Leanne Hunt and her husband experienced a moment on the road everyone dreads. But, it also happened to be the kind of moment…
Khanyisa the beloved orphaned albino elephant has celebrated her fourth birthday! Her real-life story— likened to a Disney feel-good— features heroes, lessons and love: Hoedspruit, South Africa (27 September,…
An angel happened upon a man named Banana the golf caddy in a terrible state—passed out and in a diabetic coma due to not eating enough. But, his story took…
While Springboks player Damian Willemse might have been praised for a stellar match on Sunday, his time on the field also stuck out for other heart-touching reasons. Willemse wore a…
For decades, a beloved bushveld guide has helped make wildlife adventures memorable. Now at a time when he needs an important surgery, the visitors he made an impact on over…
Bradley Freeman spent years sleeping in De Waal Park. Today, he runs his own business and can take care of his family. Here’s the story of the hand-up that changed…
A home of hope for young girls who’ve faced lives on the street recently celebrated a twinkling dream come true by being able to attend their matric dance in full,…
Retraction and Clarification: “Man Without Phone Who Carried Distressed Seal in Search of Help” Cape Town, South Africa (08 September 2023) — Last week Sunday, a man wandered the…
Winning a lottery was hardly what one animal lover expected after losing her beloved pooch. In the face of loss and luck, Lindi Bergh decided to honour her dogs by…
Unsung heroes! Come rain or shine, this team of animal protectors are always up for the task. When offered the chance to knock off earlier due to winter’s woes, the…
Where mind meets heart
“What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness?” – Jean-Jacques Rousseau
