SPAR Hero of the Week

Community support 164 people after fire rips though Jika Joe informal settlement

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvDecember 10, 2019December 13, 2019 748 0

Ninety-seven shacks were burned to the ground at the Jika Joe informal settlement leaving 164 people homeless… but the community rallied to support them.   Pietermaritzburg, South Africa – Over…

Young man’s life turned around when he was introduced to surfing, this is his story

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvDecember 2, 2019December 6, 2019 1,884 0

When his own dreams failed, Philani Sikobi turned to the youth in his community and focussed on helping them reach their surfing dreams instead.   KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa – Philani…

Non-speaking autistic young South African sent special letter to President!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 27, 2019December 5, 2019 1,712 0

Zekwande is a 12-year-old young man who is autistic and non-speaking, but he has an important message for the president… that he shouldn’t be under-estimated.   South Africa – Special…

Young man became 1st Quadriplegic to finish 94.7 Joburg Ride in chariot

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 19, 2019November 22, 2019 5,119 0

Jg Oosthuizen has become the first quadriplegic to complete the 94.7 Joburg Ride being pulled in a chariot; his aunt helped him finish the race.   Johannesburg, South Africa –…

Event celebrating women in Arts surprise Gabi Lowe with Humanitarian award

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 12, 2019November 15, 2019 1,340 0

The Mbokodo Awards surprised Gabi Lowe, a fierce mother, with the Humanitarian Award of 2019.   Johannesburg, South Africa – The 9th annual Mbokodo Awards’ took place over the weekend. The…

Staff at children’s home chose to work without salaries to keep children safe

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvNovember 4, 2019November 8, 2019 1,291 0

The Home of Hope in Cape Town couldn’t pay staff salaries due to a lack of funding, but the staff have chosen to carry on caring for the children for…

Knysna Woman Spreads Love by Baking Birthday Cakes for Those in Need

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 29, 2019June 27, 2024 1,915 0

The Birthday Cake Project SA gives people the chance of baking a surprise for old aged home or safe house residents on their birthday’s.   Knysna, South Africa (29 October…

Knysna woman teaching children to swim inspires her community to do more

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 18, 2019October 25, 2019 1,698 0

Sally Barn saw a woman teaching children to swim and wanted to know more, she asked her community, and everyone became inspired by the heartwarming story.   Knysna, Western Cape…

This is the only South African to be chosen as one of the BBC top 100 Women of 2019!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 16, 2019October 18, 2019 1,460 0

Women’s Rights Activist Lucinda Evans has been named one of the BBC 100 Women of 2019! She was listed under the “Identity” category.   Cape Town, South Africa – Lucinda…

Young Gold Medalist Saves Little Girl from Near-Drowning in Cape Town

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 7, 2019August 1, 2024 1,362 0

Reghard Vorster has been hailed a hero for saving the life of a little girl who was near-drowning just hours after becoming a gold medalist!   Melkbosstrand, Cape Town (07…