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One Call, Support in Abundance: TEARS Foundation’s Important Reminder to All Survivors

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyDecember 4, 2023December 4, 2023 645 0

The TEARS Foundation has shared an important reminder as part of the #16DaysofActivismAgainstGBV campaign—that they are here to help, support, and guide any survivor, no matter what:   South Africa…

South Africans are Living Longer, Mostly Thanks to HIV Treatment

by Daniel Steyn and Nathan Geffen@groundup_newsDecember 4, 2023December 4, 2023 611 0

Antiretroviral medicines have been a success, but more work is needed to reach United Nations targets   South Africa (04 December 2023) — South Africa has some state-run systems that…

Fast Heroes Programme Speeds Toward Vital Stroke Awareness for Kids

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyDecember 1, 2023December 1, 2023 544 0

The Fast Heroes Programme is playing a huge role in spreading stroke awareness by teaching primary school children in SA all they need to know. This is not only creating…

Eco-Champ Romario Launches Festive Fundraiser for Precious Seabirds

by Staff Writer@goodthingsguyDecember 1, 2023December 1, 2023 504 0

12-year-old eco-champ Romario Valentine is rallying the troops for a festive fundraiser that hopes to play an important role in restoring Marion Island (AKA seabird island) to its haven status….

Herold’s Bay Rescue Marks 160 Lives Saved by the NSRI Pink Buoys

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 24, 2023November 24, 2023 1,459 0

The Herold’s Bay NSRI Pink Buoy played a vital role in the rescue of a father-daughter duo in distress; this rescue marks 160 lives saved since 2017!   Herold’s Bay,…

Lecturer and Social Worker Weighs in on the Importance of World Toilet Day

by Elmien Claassens@goodthingsguyNovember 19, 2023November 17, 2023 793 1

Today is World Toilet Day, and no, it isn’t a celebration of fancy toilet enthusiasts. The reason for the day is actually quite significant, and University of Pretoria Lecturer and…

Bitzer and the Sheeps Try Mend a Broken Jacket in Cute Christmas Advert

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 10, 2023 982 0

Bitzer and the sheeps came together to spread some Christmas cheer on Mossy Bottom Farm recently and the advert is leaving many inspired to spread some kindness.   Global (10…

World Diabetes Day Calls for Businesses to Provide Care for Workforces 

by Staff Writer@goodthingsguyNovember 9, 2023 386 0

The call for businesses to get involved in prioritising the health of their workforces is loud and blue ahead of World Diabetes Day. Here’s what the experts think businesses can…

The Unsung Achievement of These SA Talents in eSports Deserves a Roar 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyNovember 6, 2023December 17, 2025 846 0

South African voices in the world of esports deserve a round of applause! In the biggest events for this ever-growing sphere, a South African broadcast talent was in the mix:…

Birdlife South Africa Spreads Its Wings to Reclaim Island as Seabird Sanctuary

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyOctober 27, 2023October 27, 2023 925 0

Birdlife South Africa is closer to achieving what is considered one of the most important conservation efforts yet, thanks to a global team-up that hopes to return Marion Island (where…