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      From sleeping on the streets to representing South Africa at the World Surf champs

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 21, 2017 438 0

      From the streets of Cape Town, Alfonso Peters has overcome the odds through a sport he says changed the trajectory of his life and made his dream of participating in…

      World Record

      South African Sets New World Record While Taking on Transatlantic for Charity

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 20, 2017June 25, 2025 406 0

      On February 15, 2017 at 12:00pm, Chris Bertish, internationally acclaimed Speaker, Big Wave Surfer and Guinness SUP World Record Holder, set a new world record for his 24-hour solo, unsupported…

      Data Studying Thoby Mabanga

      A student who wants to remain anonymous just gave away R90 000 bursary as a random act of kindness

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 16, 2017 318 0

      A student from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University has given up a full study bursary to help somebody else complete their studies.   The Cape Town born student is currently in…

      Joost van der Westhuizen

      South Africans are wearing green and gold in honour of Joost today

      by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 10, 2017February 10, 2017 513 0

      A memorial for Joost van der Westhuizen is taking place today at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria. SA Rugby has asked all supporters across the country to wear green and gold.  …

      Cristiano Ronaldo saves dog kennel and the 80 dogs housed there

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 9, 2017 764 1

      Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has intervened to stop a dog shelter in Portugal from closing down.   Ronaldo offered to help when he heard that the shelter in the…

      Eastern Cape Athenkosi Fani

      A learner in the Eastern Cape faced the odds and came out on top

      by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 8, 2017February 8, 2017 1,161 0

      Athenkosi Fani faced many challenges as a young boy but today he is proud to have overcome them all and helps children in the Eastern Cape to do the same….

      Matt cohen

      Living your life to the fullest. Matt Cohen’s never-give-up attitude is an inspiration to all.

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 8, 2017February 9, 2017 3,324 0

      From a top Motorcycle Stunt Riding, to being in a wheelchair and competing in triathlons… Matt Cohen is an incredible South African inspiring us all.   Just a little over…

      Kwazulu-Natal pensioner collects whopping 42 000 tons of glass for recycling

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 8, 2017 744 0

      A 73 year old pensioner from Kwazulu-Natal has proved that age is just a number. Phetheni Sibiya has collected more than 42 000 tons of bottles in only 16 months…

      Tshwane Mayor

      Tshwane mayor hospitalised after assisting a stranded motorist

      by Brent Lindeque @BrentLindequeFebruary 6, 2017February 6, 2017 432 0

      Tshwane mayor, Solly Msimanga, was hospitalised on Monday while on his way to work, after being injured when he stopped to help a stranded motorist.   His spokesperson Samkelo Mgobozi said…

      Joost van der Westhuizen

      Watch: Beautiful fan made tribute to a South African hero, Joost van der Westhuizen.

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 6, 2017April 11, 2019 1,965 2

      A fan has made the most beautiful tribute video in honour of Joost van der Westhuizen, a South African hero and legendary icon.   Johannesburg, South Africa – Joost van…

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