Three young University of Pretoria researchers are transforming citrus peel waste into an affordable, eco-friendly health supplement to help combat South Africa’s rising rates of diabetes, obesity, and high cholesterol….
Jenovic Lumu is a 17-year-old changemaker who refused to look away from the literacy gap and launched Next Chapter Jozi to bring books, STEM opportunities, and mentorship to under-resourced schools…
Emotionally healthy men help raise emotionally healthy children. This was the heart of Child Mental Health Advocate Norleen Zulu’s latest campaign to champion men’s mental health during the month of…
106 more Grade 12 learners in Limpopo have received bicycles that will do so much more than shorten the road to school. They will open the way to safer journeys,…
Before Dr Elsa even takes her freezing winter dip tomorrow, the incredible warmth and generosity of the community have already carried the Cluny Animal Trust past its fundraising goal to…
The world has a lot of problems alongside expanding possibilities. In navigating this tricky terrain, a lot of young people may feel stuck or even as though their lives lack…
From a backyard internet café to a thriving skills centre, Prince Tamane’s dream of fighting the struggles of poverty for himself and others is opening doors to information, training and…
As an eager first-year student, Lwandisile Mhlanga accidentally arrived at SU a day early with little more than a suitcase. Alone and without a catered lunch, he was met with…
Rubbish and forgotten items became runway fashion made by grade 6 and 7 pupils, who geared their creativity into ‘upcycle’ mode this term! Elgin, Western Cape (02 July 2026)…
After a successful neighbourhood clean-up, Better Kensington and its volunteers have turned their attention to restoring Rhodes Park, with even bigger projects on the horizon. Johannesburg, South Africa (02…
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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
