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      South African Chef Chantel Dartnall Receives One of France’s Highest Honours

      South African Chef Chantel Dartnall Receives One of France’s Highest Honours

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 18, 2026June 20, 2026 1,901 0

      Acclaimed South African chef Chantel Dartnall has been appointed a Chevalier de l’Ordre national du Mérite, one of France’s highest national honours, in recognition of her extraordinary contribution to gastronomy….

      Jason Vanporppal | After Jason’s Epic Journey, Another Incredible Adventure is Rolling into South Africa

      After Jason’s Epic Journey, Another Incredible Adventure is Rolling into South Africa

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMay 27, 2026May 27, 2026 3,265 0

      South Africans barely had time to catch their breath after Jason Vanporppal’s emotional skate across Africa before another inspiring story started rolling towards our borders from Norway.   Angola (27…

      "Gogo” Goes Airborne: Helen Zille Ziplines Over Driveway Sinkhole

      “Gogo” Goes Airborne: Helen Zille Ziplines Over Driveway Sinkhole

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 28, 2026April 28, 2026 14,162 0

      A 4-year-old sinkhole, a zipline and a politician willing to do things differently… that’s the combination currently lighting up social media after Helen Zille’s latest video dropped.   South Africa…

      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 1,514 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 685 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…

      Two Lives Restored

      Two Lives Restored and Off the Streets of Paarl

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyFebruary 5, 2026February 5, 2026 769 0

      Compassion has a way of shining a light into the most challenging circumstances. For two people who found themselves living on the streets because ‘life happened,’ that same compassion found…

      464 Children

      Backpacks and Uniforms Donations Ensure 464 Children are Free to Focus on What Truly Matters

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 2026 1,997 0

      Thanks to a collaboration formed by real-life guardian angels, 464 children can now walk into their classrooms with dignity, confidence, and the tools they need to succeed.   South Africa…

      Meet the 12 South Africans Driving the Defender Trophy Forward

      Meet the 12 South Africans Driving the Defender Trophy Forward

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque February 3, 2026February 4, 2026 1,941 0

      Thousands entered, 48 were chosen and now just 12 remain. The Defender Trophy has revealed the South Africans who showed the skill, heart and teamwork needed to go further.  …

      The 3rd of February "Non-Birthday" Myth That Fooled the Internet

      The 3rd of February “Non-Birthday” Myth That Fooled the Internet

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 3, 2026 4,610 0

      One post. One date. Thousands of shares. And just like that, the 3rd of February became a so-called historical anomaly.   Johannesburg, South Africa (03 February 2026) – The 3rd…

      Proud Mom

      Proud Mom Rallies to Get Her A-Student Son to Australia

      by Nothando Mthembu @GoodThingsGuyJanuary 26, 2026January 26, 2026 1,567 0

      Janine Komal is a certified proud mom, and rightfully so! Her son has been selected as part of a small, elite group of top academic performers at his school to…

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