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      South Africa Ranked Among World’s Most Polite Nations

      South Africa Ranked Among World’s Most Polite Nations

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMarch 23, 2026April 9, 2026 414 0

      In a global survey measuring everyday courtesy, South Africans have made their mark in a way that feels deeply familiar… and proudly local.   Global (23 March 2026) – South…

      A Southern African Voice, A Global Message: Kirsty Coventry on Ubuntu

      A Southern African Voice, A Global Message: Kirsty Coventry on Ubuntu

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque February 9, 2026 243 0

      From record-breaking swimmer to global sports leader, Kirsty Coventry continues to use her voice with intention, turning a major sporting moment into a reminder of shared humanity.   Global (09…

      The Bicycle That Brought a Community Together

      The Bicycle That Brought a Community Together

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 7, 2026January 7, 2026 309 0

      A broken bicycle, a Facebook post and a wave of generosity came together to create something far bigger than anyone expected.   Johannesburg, South Africa (07 January 2026) – Community…

      A Heartfelt Thank You to the People Who Carried Dezemba

      A Heartfelt Thank You to the People Who Carried Dezemba

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 7, 2026January 7, 2026 184 0

      South Africa’s festive season is powered by more than sunshine and celebrations; it is sustained by people who show up when it would be easier not to… this is a…

      Parkhurst Runners Turned Their Morning Miles into a Message for 2026

      Parkhurst Runners Turned Their Morning Miles into a Message for 2026

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 2, 2026 1,948 0

      There was no countdown clock or celebration stage, just early morning light and runners turning familiar streets into a shared hello for the year ahead.   Johannesburg, South Africa (02…

      The Real "Word of the Year" That Defined 2025 in South Africa

      The Real “Word of the Year” That Defined 2025 in South Africa

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 28, 2025January 1, 2026 3,698 0

      Was it G20? Potholes? 67? Rage Bait? Corruption? What ‘Word of the Year’ really defined us in 2025?   South Africa (28 December 2025) – When PanSALB announced “G20” as…

      The Stories We Read, Shared And Felt: Good Things Guy Wrapped 2025

      The Stories We Read, Shared And Felt: Good Things Guy Wrapped 2025

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 26, 2025January 6, 2026 1,054 0

      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…

      South Coast Open for Business After Swift Community Clean-Up

      South Coast Open for Business After Swift Community Clean-Up

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 23, 2025December 23, 2025 4,700 0

      While social media is being filled with alarming posts, the reality on the South Coast looks very different: clean beaches, open shops and a region determined not to be defined…

      “To thrive in 2026, we don’t need more… we need each other.”

      “To Thrive in 2026, We Don’t Need More… We Need Each Other.”

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 21, 2025December 21, 2025 256 0

      South Africans are searching for joy in 2026… and the answer might be closer than we think.   Johannesburg, South Africa (21 December 2025) – “To thrive in 2026, we…

      Generosity | Mom in need | Kindness New Normal - Almost 150 days of lockdown - let's not shame others for starting to find their new normal.

      South Africa Ranked the Most Generous Nation on Earth

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 20, 2025January 1, 2026 7,642 0

      Across 25 countries and more than 4,500 participants, one message stood out clearly: South Africans lead the world when it comes to generosity, driven by empathy and a deep sense…

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