A Durban family is appealing for support to help 12-year-old Carley access urgent scoliosis treatment and continue pursuing her passion for ballet.
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Press Release: Rescued Puppy’s Second Chance at Life Depends on Urgent Heart Surgery
Just days after being rescued, Chilli the puppy was diagnosed with a serious heart defect and now urgently needs life-saving surgery.
Press Release: KwaZulu-Natal Youth Singer One Step Closer to International Stage at Global Music Festival
KZN Midlands Youth Choir member Mayenziwe Dlamini has been selected to perform at an international youth music festival taking place at Sun City.
Press Release: Final-Year Medical Student at Risk of Not Qualifying After Years of Sacrifice
After six years of medical studies, Wits student Muleya Simango now faces a financial hurdle that could prevent him from qualifying as a doctor.
Press Release: UCT Master’s Student One Submission Away from Graduation Blocked by Outstanding Fees
After completing his coursework, UCT Master’s student Simangaliso Sithole now faces a financial block preventing him from submitting his final dissertation.
Press Release: “Now It’s Our Turn”: Community Rallies Behind Veteran Firefighter Battling Cancer
The Mark Randall cancer fundraiser sees strong support as a Cape Town firefighter who served his community now faces an aggressive cancer diagnosis.
Press Release: East London Schoolboy Selected for International Rugby Tour to Ireland
14-year-old Carter Claasen from East London has been selected for an international rugby tour to Ireland. With strong community support, he is now raising funds to make this opportunity a reality.
Press Release: From the Streets to the Olympics: Cape Town Skateboarder Chases LA 2028 Dream
Thalente Biyela, a skateboarder from Cape Town, is on a mission to represent South Africa at the LA 2028 Olympics. With most of his fundraising goal reached, he is calling on the public to help him compete in crucial international qualifiers.
Press Release: Drone Technology Expands Protection for KwaZulu-Natal’s Endangered Rhinos
A frontline conservation drone team in KwaZulu-Natal is raising funds to expand aerial patrols and protect endangered rhinos. The campaign will help equip rangers with critical technology to monitor vast reserves and respond to threats faster.
Press Release: “Help Save Xonja”: Krugersdorp Toddler (2) Needs Urgent Open-Heart Surgery
Xonja, a 2-year-old from Krugersdorp, is in urgent need of life-saving heart surgery after being diagnosed with two serious heart defects. Her family is raising funds to give her the chance to grow, play, and live a healthy life.
Press Release: From Lotus River to London: Young Achiever Earns Shot at Global Opportunity
Kendra Abrahams, a high-achieving student from Cape Town, has been selected for an international academic tour to the UK. A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to help cover travel costs and support her dream of studying at Oxford University.
Press Release: “The Fall That Saved His Life”: Cape Town Dad Battles Returning Pancreatic Cancer
A Cape Town father is fighting aggressive pancreatic cancer after it was discovered during a freak accident. Following a brief remission, the cancer has returned, and his family is now raising funds for urgent chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatment.











