Nestled in the heart of the Helderberg, Wandisa stands as a ray of hope for vulnerable children, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding their futures and nurturing them towards brighter tomorrows. This dedicated organisation is transforming lives through its...
In a world where many take education for granted, two exceptional athletes from George, are taking extraordinary steps to ensure that others can access the same opportunities they were fortunate enough to receive. Sebastian Prentice and Jason Hofmeyr, driven by their...
Olebogeng Kgengwe, 28, originally from Bloemfontein and now living in Knysna, is embarking on an impressive 1,600 km cycling journey across the Western Cape into the Karoo's dry landscape. The journey starts in Knysna and weaves through Sutherland, the Cederberg, and...
Image Caption: Children at the RCYCC At BackaBuddy, we are dedicated to empowering individuals to create positive change in the world, and our team embodies this commitment each day. Meet Husain Badroodeen (31), BackaBuddy’s Data Science Lead for the last 5 years who...
Lize Marais, from the Helderberg region of the Western Cape, embodies determination and compassion as she strives to keep the doors of Milkwood Learning Academy and their beloved Toy Library open. This academy is a haven for children with special needs, including...
Nhlakanipho Mkhize, a distinguished 33-year-old academic originally from Imbali Township, Pietermaritzburg, and now residing in Springs, east of Johannesburg, embodies the belief that education is the key to unlocking boundless opportunities. Now, he's embarked on a...
Education is often viewed as the key to endless opportunities and the realization of dreams. However, financial obstacles often make this path seem impossible for many students. As a crowdfunding platform, we at BackaBuddy connect individuals with causes they care...
Discovering a Mission Beyond the Mountain Gary Vogel, CEO of Hi-Tec, was more than just a hiker prepping for an adventure; he had a cause in mind. Introduced to the Be The Difference Foundation through Hi-Tec’s Corporate Social Investment program, he soon realized the...
Siyabonga Lusaseni (11) is a bright and lively Grade 6 student at Pinelands North Primary School in Pinelands, Cape Town, who comes from a loving family in the Khayelitsha community. In his 5 years at Pinelands North Primary School, Siya has touched many hearts with...
Lebohang Ntsane, a talented 24-year-old from Lesotho who captured the hearts of many as a child actor in the 2013 film The Forgotten Kingdom, will be moving to Makhanda, Grahamstown, this year to pursue his postgraduate studies in Theatre. Lebohang has been accepted...