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      Humanity

      Fossils

      There’s a Deeper Message About Humanity Hidden in Fossils

      by Savanna Douglas @GoodThingsGuySeptember 17, 2026September 17, 2026 656 0

      The science behind Africa’s fossils carry a hidden message – we as human beings are far more connected than we often remember.   Johannesburg, South Africa (17 September 2026) –…

      GoFundMe For South African Teen Surpasses R2 Million After BI Phakathi Video

      GoFundMe For South African Teen Surpasses R2 Million After BI Phakathi Video

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque August 5, 2026September 1, 2026 4,731 0

      What began as a chance meeting on a dusty South African road has become a global story of compassion, with more than 4,000 people contributing to a GoFundMe campaign that…

      Kind Officer and Her Team Go Extra Mile to Comfort Distressed Baby

      Kind Officer and Her Team Go Extra Mile to Comfort Distressed Baby

      by Savanna DouglasJune 12, 2026 1,045 0

      ‘She sat in the back seat to comfort my baby, singing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’ – and she didn’t leave until she was sure the little one was fine!  …

      2016 Was a Vibe… But the Good Stories Were Even Better!

      2016 Was a Vibe… But the Good Things Were Even Better!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 20, 2026January 20, 2026 1,480 0

      2016 is trending again. And suddenly we’re all looking back like it was the last time life made sense. Foodie pics. Facebook check-ins. Blurry photos. But beyond the filter version…

      A New Year’s Day Decision That Gave a Frightened Dog Another Chance

      A New Year’s Day Decision That Gave a Frightened Dog Another Chance

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 4, 2026January 4, 2026 2,020 0

      Not all heroes wear uniforms. Some simply stop their car, step out and refuse to look away.   Johannesburg, South Africa (04 January 2026) – New Year’s Day is usually…

      The Facebook Community Quietly Changing Lives This Festive Season

      The Facebook Community Quietly Changing Lives This Festive Season

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 20, 2025 1,151 0

      A Facebook group of medical sales professionals has quietly become a lifeline, turning empathy into real-world support for those facing loss, retrenchment and uncertainty.   South Africa (20 December 2025)…

      This Petrol Attendant Quietly Changed A Family’s Life And Touched A Nation!

      This Petrol Attendant Quietly Changed A Family’s Life And Touched A Nation!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJuly 27, 2025January 11, 2026 22,110 0

      A father’s vulnerable Facebook post has united South Africans around a single truth: kindness still lives here and sometimes, it wears a petrol attendant’s uniform.   Johannesburg, South Africa (27…

      ID and Driver's

      Kindness and Rowena Guide Missing ID and Driver’s Back to Owner!

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMay 19, 2025 592 0

      Kindness at its finest! After Leigh Stefanski had her ID and Driver’s poached, an unsung hero named Rowena went out of their way to reunite the documents with her.  …

      sportswomanship

      Heartwarming Sportswomanship Shot Reminds Us to Fix Each Other’s Crowns

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 25, 2025April 3, 2025 3,459 0

      At a recent netball event, a shot showcasing sportswomanship at its finest was taken. One player was snapped tying the shoelaces of a girl on the opposing team, sparking an…

      Cape Doctor

      Taxi Driver’s Kindness in Cape Town Blows People Away

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyFebruary 2, 2025January 31, 2025 3,405 0

      The Cape Doctor was in town this week, causing multiple Capetonians to hold onto their hats for dear life. In a moment of kindness that blew people away, one taxi…

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