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

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026September 15, 2026 1,623 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 641 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 700 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 755 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 556 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 375 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 451 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 385 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…

Free Design Gives Farmers New Way to Protect Livestock From Predators

by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026September 14, 2026 815 0

The Cape Leopard Trust is helping farmers better protect their livestock from predators, and they’re sharing the design for their tried-and-tested Mobi-kraal completely free!   Cape Town, South Africa (15…

Officer Williams’ Quick-Thinking Saves Young Boy at Monwabisi Beach

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 15, 2026September 14, 2026 469 0

Thanks to the quick thinking of Officer Brent Williams and the help of two brave bystanders, a young boy who was in serious trouble at Monwabisi Beach was saved in…