featured campaigns
Read the inspiring stories behind our featured campaigns created by champions or charity organisations in your local area.
Pietermaritzburg Teen Aims for U.S. Tour with Support from Celebrated Academic Cousin, Nhlakanipho Mkhize
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...
Inspiring Education Causes on BackaBuddy
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...
Self-Taught Piano Prodigy, Jason Haas (15) Dreams of Owning His Very Own Grand Piano
Jason Haas, a 15-year-old musical prodigy from Springs, Johannesburg, embodies the transformative power of music. His story unfolds from the early age of four, when the melodies of his grandmother's old piano captivated him, sparking a passion fueled by his mother's...
Mhlengi Gwala: Embracing Paralympic Dreams After Surviving a Hand-Saw Attack
In the early hours of March 6, 2018, Mhlengi Gwala, then in his late twenties and a rising star in international triathlon from South Africa, endured an attack that would irrevocably alter his life. During a training session in Durban, he was viciously assaulted by...
Unlocking Opportunities: A Guide to Financial Aid for Students
As the academic year kicks off, many individuals are eagerly seeking opportunities to further their education and invest in their future. However, the financial strain on education remains a formidable obstacle for many students. In South Africa, numerous avenues for...
Navigating Infertility: A Couple’s Journey from Heartbreak to Hope
In the vibrant suburb of Rosebank, Cape Town, Lauren and Luke Kincaid, both 38, are on an incredible journey marked by unexpected challenges and the unwavering support of their community as they navigate the tough road of infertility. Their journey together began on...
Staff Spotlight: Our Qokolweni ‘Mlungu’ returns from her vibrant village trip in the Eastern Cape.
This December, the BackaBuddy team celebrated an extraordinary cultural exchange that captivated many on TikTok. Central to this enchanting story were two of our valued team members: Monique Weich, the enthusiastic Donor Retention Coordinator, and Lakiwe Blekiwe, the...
Local Mom’s Courageous Struggle: Niki Gardner’s Fight Against 3c Her2-Positive Breast Cancer
Cape Town - In October 2021, Niki Gardner a 36-year-old mother’s world took an unexpected turn when she discovered a lump in her breast while breastfeeding her son. It was then that her once beautiful life was turned on its axis as doctors diagnosed her with stage 3c...
Port Edward Resident (57) Grapples with Lengthy Recovery After Harrowing Dog Attack
On September 4th, 2023, Anita Els, a resilient 57-year-old resident of Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, endured a distressing attack by a pack of five border collie dogs. Recognizing the life-altering trauma Anita has experienced, the community has come together to launch...
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