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Shadrack Kuchale speaks out for the first time since the armed robbery that left him paralysed
On 1 September 2021, in the early hours of the morning, Shadrack Kuchale (38) From Cosmo City, Johannesburg, was on his way to work, when he was attacked and held at gunpoint.
‘Go-getter’ Brewery owner faces mounting medical bills while in an induced coma after contracting covid-19 Demo
Local master distiller and brewery owner, Peter Dickens (53), from Overstrand, Western Cape, was hospitalized on 24 July 2021, and remains in high...
Crowdfunding campaign brings hope to Pearl’s children after her tragic murder
To honour the life and memory of her friend, KT, has started a crowdfunding campaign to help cover the cost of Pearl’s children trauma counselling, as well as their education and living expenses for the foreseeable future.
Death and Resurrection: An exhibition to celebrate 20 years of an artists’ collective
Marking 20 years after the founding of the Keiskamma Project, the organisation is excited to announce that the iconic artworks created over the years will be exhibited at Constitution Hill in Johannesburg, a living museum that tells the story of South Africa’s hard-fought journey to democracy.
‘Go-getter’ Brewery owner faces mounting medical bills while in an induced coma after contracting covid-19
Peter Dickens, the owner of Folk & Goode Brewing Company, is on day 30 of an expected prolonged Private Mediclinic Hospital stay without Medical Aid Funding due to Coivd-19.
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Community saves the life of a beautiful 5-year-old, Naledi, through donations for urgent heart surgery.
After Naledi’s first check-up since her heart surgery, it is with great joy to hear that she is recovering well and her doctor will only need to see her again in a year.
Howick business owner is still trying to recover from devastating looting
Due to the recent unrest around South Africa, local business, Badges & Signs in Howick- KZN, has been in the process of cleaning up and rebuilding its business with the assistance of its dedicated staff.
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