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Carina Bruwer first woman to cross Nelson Mandela Bay in gruelling and extreme solo charity swim

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 29, 2020 3,842 0

Carina Bruwer has just become the first woman and the second person to complete the gruelling crossing from Pollock Beach in Summerstrand (PE) to Bluewater Bay on the Coega side…

Rare Disease Day is reframing the way we see rare diseases this year!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 29, 2020May 8, 2023 554 0

Rare Disease Day falls on the last day of February and this year; they get to celebrate on the 29th day, a rare one in its own right; you can…

Dedicated friend crowdfunds young man’s fashion school dream

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 28, 2020February 28, 2020 692 0

Lisa has been encouraging her friend’s son to follow his dream; with idols like Anna Wintour and Casper Bosman, a fashion education is going to change his life.   Free…

Siya Kolisi learning to surf is the best thing you will watch today!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 28, 2020February 28, 2020 3,343 0

“Are there any sharks out here?” – “Nah bru, only Stormers!” – Siya Kolisi was taught how to surf by Jordy Smith… the outcome is the best!   Cape Town,…

International explorer Riaan Manser tackles 7 challenges in 7 days in aid of the Sunflower Fund

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 28, 2020January 10, 2025 1,019 0

CEMZA – has chosen Riaan Manser as the face of their brand to take on the #CemzaManChallenge, journeying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town tackling various adventure challenges suggested by…

Carina Bruwer to attempt ultra distance ‘Swim for Hope’ across Nelson Mandela Bay

by Brent Lindequeue@BrentLindequeFebruary 27, 2020 2,144 0

If successful, the talented South African will be the first woman and the second person to complete the gruelling crossing from Pollock Beach in Summerstrand (PE) to Bluewater Bay on…

Soweto vuvuzela squad kitted out in all-new safety gear thanks to donors!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 27, 2020February 27, 2020 1,140 0

The Sowetan Vuvuzela Squad continue to patrol, and as they do so, the crime rate drops. The Angel Network recently handed over some much-needed safety gear.   Soweto, South Africa…

After being excluded for two years, Wandile, 8, starts school

by Nokulunga Majola@GroundUp_NewsFebruary 27, 2020February 27, 2020 1,424 0

Wandile Shelembe used to play in the yard while his sister went to school, now he has been admitted to Grade 1 thanks to a new court ruling.   Durban,…

Rare sighting of Black Leopard causes great excitment in SA, now we wait!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 27, 2020February 28, 2020 3,618 0

A rare Black Leopard has been sighted in South Africa… the first time since 2013!   South Africa (27 February 2020) – On the 24th of February, the news broke…

Blood Lions hope bone trade is addressed during proposed ban in China

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvFebruary 27, 2020February 27, 2020 851 0

Blood Lions weigh in on proposed Coronavirus wildlife ban debate, sharing input about Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) prevalent in both wild and captive lions.   South Africa (27 February 2020) – The…