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‘I’m Struggling With Two!’ – Student in Awe of One-Armed Ceramics Lecturer

by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuySeptember 16, 2026September 15, 2026 939 0

Ceramics lecturer Phineas Makhwiting never let his physical disability decide which career was available to him. He’s a massive inspiration to his students!   Pretoria, South Africa (16 September 2026)…

Westville Girls’ High School Rallies the Community to Show Up for Mental Health

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026September 15, 2026 682 0

This week the Westville community turned a fun run into a powerful movement of connection, hope, and unconditional support for those struggling with mental health.   Westville, South Africa (15…

A Kiss, a Wish, and a Soft Bear: Ford Teams Bring Comfort to Kids Fighting Their Biggest Battles

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026October 2, 2026 1,919 0

Ford employees lovingly gave their time, care, and creativity to handcraft teddy bears for patients at Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital, making sure each brave child fighting a tough health battle…

Two Rescued Doelings Find a Happy New Friendship at Joburg SPCA

by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026September 15, 2026 932 0

Hazel is safe after she was abandoned in a plastic bag. She has a new friend in Greta – another rescued doeling who needed somewhere safe.   Johannesburg, South Africa…

Crowdfunding Appeal Launched to Help Tereza Complete Cancer Treatment

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 958 0

A crowdfunding appeal aims to raise R350,000 to help cover chemotherapy, radiation, scans, medication and other medical costs.   South Africa (15 September 2026) – Tereza is facing another difficult…

Celebrating Barbara’s 18 Years of Service, Leadership and a Lot of Happy Tails!

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026September 17, 2026 1,000 0

For nearly two decades, Barbara Patrick has poured her heart into animal welfare at the Kloof and Highway SPCA, leading her team with passion, grit, and compassion to give countless…

Check My Beat Takes Heart Health Screening to Johannesburg Taxi Rank

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 727 0

The South African Heart Association’s Check My Beat campaign will offer taxi drivers cardiovascular screenings before creating personalised AI-generated “Heart Health Tracks”.   Johannesburg, South Africa (15 September 2026) –…

Boots for the Boys & Girls Wants to Put More Young Rugby Players on the Field

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 605 0

Boots for the Boys & Girls will collect used school rugby boots and redistribute them to talented young players from disadvantaged communities.   Eastern Cape, South Africa (15 September 2026)…

Hadeda or Honeyguide? SA Gets to Pick 2027 Bird of the Year

by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026September 15, 2026 731 0

South Africans have six feathered contenders to choose from for BirdLife South Africa’s Bird of the Year 2027. Who gets your vote?   Johannesburg, South Africa (15 September 2026) –…

Comrades Charity Drive Raises More Than R2.2 Million for CHOC

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 15, 2026September 15, 2026 627 0

The 2026 Amabeadibeadi Charity Drive raised R2,275,815 to support children and teenagers affected by cancer and life-threatening blood disorders.   South Africa (15 September 2026) – More than R2.2 million…