featured campaigns
Read the inspiring stories behind our featured campaigns created by champions or charity organisations in your local area.
32 Donors Helped Sambulo Celebrate His Degree at Home
After studying in Hungary, first-generation graduate Sambulo Maphumulo raised over R21,000 through a BackaBuddy graduation fundraiser to return home for his graduation ceremony.
How Hundreds of Donors Helped Support Jan-Hendrik’s Cancer Fight
Hundreds of donors helped Jan-Hendrik Truter and his young family raise over R690,000 through a BackaBuddy cancer crowdfunding campaign.
After 14 Years of Fighting Cancer, Rachel’s Crowdfunding Campaign Helped Fund Critical Radiation Treatment
After 14 years of battling cancer, Rachel McDonald raised over R292,000 through a BackaBuddy crowdfunding campaign for critical treatment.
Julie de Beer’s Crowdfunding Recovery Campaign
A medical crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy helped Julie de Beer raise over R51,000 after unexpected post-birth complications — with just 16 donors.
A Crowdfunding Campaign for Skin Cancer Surgery Shows the Power of Asking for Help
Laylah Solomon’s skin cancer surgery crowdfunding campaign raised over R31,000, helping her access urgent surgery after a difficult diagnosis.
Medical Crowdfunding on BackaBuddy: Everything You Need to Know
Facing a medical crisis? Here’s what South Africans need to know before launching a medical crowdfunding campaign and how to raise funds with confidence.
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.
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