Inspiration

KZN’s Junior Female Chess Player of the Year Needs Help Getting to Commonwealth Championship

by Staff Writer@GoodThingsGuySeptember 23, 2025September 22, 2025 828 0

At age 7, she was already at Queen’s Gambit level. Now, she’s eyeing the international board.    Durban, South Africa (23 September 2025) – Shreeya Mahadeo, now 15, is one…

‘Old Man’ Pooch Finds His Rightful Place Next to a Princess in a Castle 

by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuySeptember 23, 2025September 22, 2025 782 0

This Old Man got his happily-ever-after after a heartbreaking loss.   Grahamstown, Eastern Cape (23 September 2025) – In February 2024, an elderly pooch, estimated to be around 10 years…

Helping Khayelitsha Para Surfers Ride The Wave to California

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 23, 2025September 22, 2025 547 0

When life’s unforseen circumstances threw them in the deep end, Noluthando and Raemondo didn’t sink; they surfed! Now they have been represented with the amazing opportunity to represent South Africa…

Compassion and Care Changes 348 Lives in Walkerville!

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 23, 2025September 22, 2025 376 0

A sterilisation marathon carried out by unsung heroes in the village of Walkerville gave over 300 vulnerable animals a chance at healthier, happier lives.   Walkerville, South Africa (23 September…

Glorinah Khutso Mabaso Weaves African Stories Into Global Design

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvSeptember 23, 2025September 15, 2025 886 0

South African designer Glorinah Khutso Mabaso is celebrating culture through contemporary patterns, blending African heritage with international collaborations, including a special commission for the French Institute of South Africa’s 30th…

Young Athletics Stars Shine at Curro Podium North!

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_ September 22, 2025February 2, 2026 690 0

From hurdles to sprints, the Curro Podium North regionals delivered standout performances, proving the future of South African athletics is in good hands.   Tshwane, South Africa (22 September 2025)…

For the First Time Ever, Public Votes Open for Bird of the Year 2026!

by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuySeptember 22, 2025September 22, 2025 775 0

BirdLife South Africa is inviting the public to choose the Bird of the Year for the first time ever, and voting has already kicked off!     South Africa (22 September…

Baby Proteas Off to a Dream Start at the Netball World Youth Cup

by Karabo Peter@karabo_peter_September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 503 0

Record-breaking scores highlight a dream start for the Baby Proteas at the 2025 Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar.   Gibraltar (22 September 2025)- The SPAR Baby Proteas could not…

Standing With a Team Saving Rhinos, One Dehorning At A Time

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvSeptember 22, 2025September 22, 2025 472 1

On World Rhino Day, we reflect on the emotional experience of witnessing a rhino dehorning; a heavy but hopeful step against poaching.   South Africa (22 September 2025) – In…

Dr Magubane’s Journey from Living on The Streets to PhD Success

by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuySeptember 22, 2025September 22, 2025 1,965 0

He lost his parents, moved between orphanages and eventually was left with no place to call home. The odds were stacked against him, but destiny had far greater plans for…