Extensive areas of the Western Cape are currently grappling with the catastrophic aftermath of severe flooding, landslides, and rockfalls that began on September 16th and worsened over the long weekend spanning from Sunday, September 24th, to Monday, September 25th....
Matthew Sledge, a 51-year-old resident of Kensington, Johannesburg, completed an extraordinary challenge at the upcoming Mandela Day Houghton 10km run on July 16th. This year's event held immense significance as it marked the 10th anniversary of the passing of the...
A team of adventurers led by Cami Palomo (62), founder of the Avela Foundation, is set to embark on an arduous mountain trek to raise funds for the Umatter program. Palomo, originally from El Salvador but now living in Cape Town, will be joined by seven men, two of...
KZN-based non-profit, Trulife, is taking a public stand against gender-based violence with their “WeSeeYou” awareness campaign - where runners across the world have signed up to complete 100 kilometers in 10 days. Now in its second year running, the campaign will...
Ukrainians observed the solemn anniversary of the Russian invasion that disrupted their lives and threatened Europe's security on February 24, 2022. One year on, the scars of war remain fresh as individuals remember the lives lost, the homes destroyed, and the...
As the financial year comes to a close, it's an amazing opportunity to show your support for charities that are doing incredible work in your community. Not only will you be making a positive impact on people's lives, but you can also benefit from a tax deduction when...
The Gift of the Givers has launched aid efforts in Turkey and Syria after the devastating earthquakes that have claimed the lives of 4300 individuals, and have caused insurmountable damage.
Souper Troopers, a Cape Town-based homeless advocacy and support non-profit organisation, was able to create 25 jobs this year for homeless individuals, many of whom have substance abuse issues. This was made possible with much-needed funding from the City of Cape...
Greg Bertish (51) from Kommetjie, Western Cape was diagnosed with Endocarditis, which is caused by a bacteria that attacks the heart valves. He was only 30 years old. Tests revealed that his heart was swollen 30% bigger than normal, and his aortic valve was destroyed...
According to CNN, monsoon rains in Pakistan have killed more than 1033 people, including 348 children, and have affected more than 33 Million people since Mid-June 2022. Responding to a request for international assistance, by Pakistani Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif,...