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Delivery Driver Pauses His Shift to Save a Stranded Mother and Son

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026 1,408 0

When a mother and son found themselves stranded with a flat tyre in the Outer West Durban area, help didn’t come from a tow truck – it came from a…

Heroes Rescued Mother Who Delivered Baby While Trapped by Floodwaters

by Savanna Douglas @goodThingsGuyMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026 1,057 0

A mother and her newborn, who were trapped by floodwaters, have been rescued, thanks to heroes who helped deliver her baby and bring them both to safety.   Western Cape,…

Alexandra Learner Survives Jukskei River Close Call Thanks to Life-Saving Swimming Skills

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026 2,654 0

When a young boy fell into the swollen Jukskei River last Tuesday, he didn’t panic but instead relied on the calm and survival techniques he had been taught at the…

Junior Boks Crowned U20 Champions After Thriller Against New Zealand

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_ May 11, 2026May 11, 2026 923 0

A packed Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium witnessed the Junior Boks officially crowned champions after an unforgettable tournament on home soil.   South Africa (11 May 2026) – South African rugby…

How Badisa and Suidoosterfees Are Bringing the Arts Closer to Home

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026 670 0

Badisa and the Suidoosterfees have come together to create meaningful opportunities for more communities that might not usually have the chance to enjoy cultural events, to experience live theatre, music,…

Generous Jungle Gym Donation to Bring Joy to Local Preschoolers

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026 759 0

A group of Durban North friends have joined hearts to help transform empty spaces into worlds of wonder by donating jungle gyms they no longer use to two underresourced ECD…

Thathohatsi Mofubedu Nearly Walked Away, Now She Helps Students Keep Going

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvMay 11, 2026June 22, 2026 11,207 0

Lecturer Thathohatsi Mofubedu nearly gave up on her own dreams. Today, she helps students believe in theirs through compassion, support and resilience.   South Africa (11 May 2026) – Thathohatsi…

How a Big, Lovable Magnum Became Minki’s Eben Pet-Etzebeth

by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMay 10, 2026May 8, 2026 18,667 0

‘I truly believe my dad had a hand in bringing him into my life when I needed him most.’   Johannesburg, South Africa (10 May 2026) – When he arrived…

‘I Did It’: Daniel McLean Reflects on African Championships Gold

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_ May 10, 2026May 8, 2026 1,647 0

The South African gymnast claimed his first senior international individual gold medal at the African Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Cameroon.   South Africa (10 May 2026) – Team South Africa…

Konke Gamers Changing the Game for Accessible eSports in South Africa

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_ May 10, 2026May 11, 2026 1,236 0

Konke Gamers’ upcoming Accessible Esports Tournament will celebrate participation, inclusion and the growing push for accessibility in all things gaming   Durban, South Africa (10 May 2026) – Gaming has…