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      Nico Botha | Nico’s Brave Words: ‘I Might Die’... But He’s Still Fighting!

      Nico’s Brave Words: “I’m Going to Die”… But He’s Still Fighting! And South Africa is Rallying Behind Him!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeAugust 27, 2025August 31, 2025 63,604 1

      South Africans have already raised more than R523,000 to support Nico’s treatment… proof that when one of us hurts, all of us show up to help.   Roodepoort, South Africa (27…

      Gatvol Oxford Dictionary

      From Howzit to Gatvol… Here Are 30 SA Words in The Oxford Dictionary!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeAugust 20, 2025August 20, 2025 16,360 0

      South Africans recently discovered that “gatvol” is now officially in the Oxford English Dictionary. Naturally, we had to find out which other proudly South African words the world has learned…

      This Petrol Attendant Quietly Changed A Family’s Life And Touched A Nation!

      Update: The Petrol Attendant Who Gave R100 Has Sparked A Kindness Revolution

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJuly 31, 2025January 11, 2026 155,749 2

      When a humble petrol attendant gave away a few litres of fuel and slipped R100 into a stranger’s hand, he never imagined that gesture would inspire thousands to do the…

      Eastern Cape-born Lakiwe Blekiwe is flipping the birthday script. No parties. No presents. Just purpose. This is her 30 for 30.

      30 for 30: South African Charity Head Celebrates Her Milestone with a Mission

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJuly 28, 2025 602 0

      Eastern Cape-born Lakiwe Blekiwe is flipping the birthday script. No parties. No presents. Just purpose. This is her 30 for 30.   South Africa (28 July 2025) – Most people…

      This Petrol Attendant Quietly Changed A Family’s Life And Touched A Nation!

      This Petrol Attendant Quietly Changed A Family’s Life And Touched A Nation!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJuly 27, 2025January 11, 2026 22,112 0

      A father’s vulnerable Facebook post has united South Africans around a single truth: kindness still lives here and sometimes, it wears a petrol attendant’s uniform.   Johannesburg, South Africa (27…

      Thando Thabethe And 947 Listeners Bring the Heat this Mandela Day

      Thando Thabethe And 947 Listeners Bring the Heat this Mandela Day

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJuly 21, 2025 1,074 0

      South Africans across the country showed up with purpose this Mandela Day, and 947 Drive with Thando turned that purpose into over 5,000 blankets for those in need.   Johannesburg,…

      From Crisis to Compassion: How a Nation Is Trying to Save Jaco

      From Crisis to Compassion: How a Nation Is Trying to Save Jaco (And Others)

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 24, 2025June 30, 2025 7,609 0

      In a nation where too many are left behind by the healthcare system, one man’s suffering has reignited a powerful movement of compassion and collective action.   South Africa (24…

      Christmas Angel - South African walked into a clothing store and paid for everyone's clothing!

      A Christmas Angel at Canal Walk: The Gift of Kindness

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque December 24, 2024 1,066 0

      Sometimes, the smallest gestures – a smile, R10, or a moment of kindness – carry the power to remind us that Christmas miracles are real and that angels walk among…

      New Mural

      Esther Mahlangu’s New Mural Helps uBuntu Blossom in London

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyOctober 20, 2024October 18, 2024 754 0

      Esther Mahlangu’s new mural is dedicated to the spirit of uBuntu! Planted at a London garden gallery, its larger-than-life stature stands tall amid the greenery, giving Londoners something bright, beautiful,…

      South African Intern

      How a South African Intern Taught an American Buddha Important Lessons

      by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJuly 16, 2023July 14, 2023 909 0

      In a world where interns mostly tend to go unheard, one South African intern made an impression on an ‘American Buddha’.   Global (16 July, 2023) — Oftentimes, interns don’t…

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