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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 will collect used school rugby boots and redistribute them to talented young players from disadvantaged communities. Eastern Cape, South Africa (15 September 2026)…
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) –…
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…
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“Hard times don't create heroes. It is during the hard times when the 'hero' within us is revealed.” - Bob Riley
