Johannesburg

Intricate surgery performed on Snouted Cobra sees successful recovery

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvJune 10, 2020 2,372 0

A Snouted Cobra found itself with quite the injury, thankfully a group of organisations collaborated to give it surgery and a safe recovery space.   Johannesburg, South Africa (09 June…

After lockdown – New pilot project will change recycling in Joburg for the better!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvJune 6, 2020 1,928 0

A unique pilot programme is set to boost recycling rates, the number of households which actively recycle and create much-needed income opportunities in the informal sector   Johannesburg, South Africa…

SAPS Sergeant uses his 40th birthday to feed families in need

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvJune 5, 2020October 7, 2021 4,089 0

Sergeant Matome Rathupetsane used his 40th birthday to feed 40 families in his home town of Tzaneen and 40 families in Alexandra, where he lives and works.   Alexandra, South…

Thousands of food parcels donated by SPAR to Operation Hunger

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvJune 3, 2020 5,247 0

A partnership between SPAR Gauteng and Operation Hunger has seen 3000 food parcels being handed out to families throughout the province.   Gauteng, South Africa (02 June 2020) – During…

The Johannesburg Youth Orchestra put on beautiful remote performance

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvMay 30, 2020 2,169 0

The Johannesburg Youth Orchestra was joined by vocalists Zita Pretorius and Monde Msutwana to perform The Prayer remotely in their homes.   Johannesburg, South Africa (30 May 2020) – Following…

City of Joburg explores relief for ratepayers amidst COVID-19 impact

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMay 11, 2020 952 0

The City’s leadership is hard at work reviewing the current terms and conditions, which require policy adjustments – with the aim of broadening the net for distressed Johannesburg ratepayers.  …

Pangolin gets soft released after being rescued from traffickers in March

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvApril 28, 2020 3,510 0

Wildlife traffickers were caught with a beautiful pangolin; she was rescued and taken to the Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital and is now ready for the big wild world again!  …

School turns into sanctuary for security guards during lockdown

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvApril 25, 2020 6,141 0

LEAD Kids Early Intervention Centre opened their doors to the community security guards offering them sanctuary during the lockdown.   Parkmore, Johannesburg (24 April 2020) – The LEAD Kids Early Intervention…

Charities on the frontline of feeding South Africa’s most vulnerable

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvApril 21, 2020September 21, 2021 6,655 0

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead. Charities are making a difference…

Local cafe turns into soup kitchen for local artists and homeless during pandemic

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvApril 14, 2020May 14, 2020 8,288 0

The Railways Cafe in Irene has started supporting their local homeless community as well the artists that relied on their partons, by serving 200 meals daily!   Irene, South Africa…