When a plea for help is made, people respond with kindness and generosity, ensuring no one is left alone. This sense of community has never been more apparent than in the touching story of baby Hayden. Hayden was born prematurely at 32 weeks, and his arrival was...
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Lorelai Mathilda Lubbe’s Fight for Life Against a Rare Heart Defect
On May 9th, 2024, the lives of the Lubbe family from Gonubie, East London, changed forever with the arrival of their beautiful baby girl Lorelai Mathilda (meaning warrior). They eagerly anticipated meeting their healthy baby girl, but little did they know that her...
A Mother’s Hope: Carol’s Journey from Kidney Failure to a Life-Saving Gift from Her Son
In a heartwarming turn of events, Carol de Swardt, a 62-year-old mother of five from George, has found renewed hope in her battle against kidney failure. After years of suffering, her eldest son, Cyril, has stepped forward with an extraordinary act of love and...
Community rallies to help nine-year-old Miane Swart overcome seizures
Miane Swart (9) from Witbank, Mpumalanga, faces a relentless battle against PCDH19 epilepsy, a rare and severe form of epilepsy. Since she was a baby, Miane has endured countless seizures, leaving her with the cognitive abilities of a much younger child. Now, her...
Stepping Up to a Brighter Future: Addressing Clubfoot in Southern Africa
The STEPS 'Next Steps to RunFree2030 Webinar,' held on World Clubfoot Day, Monday, 3 June 2024, was a powerful gathering that addressed the pressing economic and social factors contributing to untreated clubfoot. This congenital condition, medically known as...
Super Jace: A Little Hero’s Battle Against Leukaemia and the Power of Community Support
Jace Hilse, known as Super Jace to his loved ones, is a 4-year-old remarkable young boy from Krugersdorp, Gauteng, whose imagination knows no bounds. From the moment he was born on 19 March 2020, his family affectionately called him their little superhero. Jace’s...
Supporting Myles Harris: A Journey Through Bladder Cancer
On April 21st, 2024, Myles Harris, a 38-year-old freelance graphic designer from Durban Kwa-Zulu Natal, received the life-altering diagnosis of bladder cancer. This devastating news profoundly impacted his family, especially considering Myles' existing chronic...
Stellenbosch para-triathlete Crowdfunds for Life-Changing Off-Road Wheelchair
Alwyn Uys, a 33-year-old wheelchair athlete from Stellenbosch, is not just a testament to overcoming adversity but also an inspiration to many. Once an avid rugby player for Maties University and the Sharks Academy, Alwyn's life took a dramatic turn on December 13,...
Brave Battle of 11-Year-Old Liam: Facing Rare Illnesses, Family Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for Life-Saving Liver Transplant
At the tender age of 11, Liam Pretorius from Pretoria East in Johannesburg found his vibrant life taking a drastic turn. Once known for his robust health and lively demeanour, Liam, affectionately dubbed "my Boerboel puppy" by his mother Amelia Pretorius, enjoyed an...
Tragic Boat Accident Alters the Life of 21-Year-Old Francois Boshoff and Inspires Community Generosity
Francois Boshoff, a 21-year-old employee at his family owned business Timber and Spec from Pietermaritzburg in Kwa-Zulu Natal, faced an unexpected challenge which tested his resilience and altered the course of his life in the blink of an eye. What started out as a...










