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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,...
Micheal and Bailey: Balcony Accident Strengthens Bond Between Rescue Cat and Dog
Newlyweds Amber Jempson, a 24-year-old Administrative Clerk, and her partner Calvin, a 25-year-old skipper from Sunningdale, Cape Town, are devoted...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
12-year-old Eco-Champion Romario Launches Festive Fundraiser to Save Marion Island’s Precious Seabirds
Romario Valentine, a 12-year-old environmental enthusiast and 2022 BirdLife SA Owlet laureate from Umhlanga, Durban, is making waves with his...
Stellenbosch’s Little Givers Launches Urgent Appeal to Bridge Funding Gap for Underprivileged Children
In the heart of Devon Valley, Stellenbosch, The Little Givers Creche and Kindergarten is making an indelible impact on the lives of 21...
Miracle in Motion: Kempton Park Teen Learned to Walk Again After Life-Threatening Brain Condition
At just 17 years old, Kylie Rossouw from Kempton Park, Johannesburg, faced a formidable challenge that tested her strength and determination....
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