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Robbie Gien Runs for a Cause: Ultra-Marathon Challenge to Support Vulnerable Children at Swallow’s Nest
In a world where every step counts, 36-year-old Robbie Gien, a sales team leader at Pnet, an online recruitment platform, from Johannesburg, is...
Lauren Mukheibir: Climbing to New Heights on the Road to Paris 2024
The last month has been a whirlwind of activity and hard training for 22-year-old sport climber, Lauren Mukheibir from Johannesburg. Returning to...
Cape Town Initiative ‘Love Wins’ Targets Urgent Need for GBV Intervention
Pictured above: Neil Matthews, founder of ‘Love Wins’ Neil Matthews, a 46-year-old businessman from Gardens, Cape Town, is pioneering a vital...
From Street Child to Surfing Sensation: Paul Sampson’s Silver Medal Triumph in Liberia
Paul Sampson, a 24-year-old former street child from Muizenberg, Cape Town, is riding the waves of success on the international surfing stage....
Supporting Myles Harris: A Journey Through Bladder Cancer
On April 21st, 2024, Myles Harris, a 38-year-old freelance graphic designer from Durban Kwa-Zulu Natal, received the life-altering diagnosis of...
Stellenbosch para-triathlete Crowdfunds for Life-Changing Off-Road Wheelchair
Alwyn Uys, a 33-year-old wheelchair athlete from Stellenbosch, is not just a testament to overcoming adversity but also an inspiration to many. Once...
Youth Day 2024: Volunteering, Community Engagement, and Crowdfunding Opportunities for South African Youth
Youth Day in South Africa, celebrated on June 16th, is a significant occasion that honours the courage and sacrifice of the youth who fought against...
Comrades for Cancer: Runners Hit R100,000 Fundraising Goal for Rainbows and Smiles
On June 9, 2024, nineteen committed athletes will converge on the starting line of the 97th Comrades Marathon, the world-renowned 90-kilometer...
Lighting the Path to Brighter Futures: Wandisa’s Commitment to Vulnerable Children in the Helderberg
Nestled in the heart of the Helderberg, Wandisa stands as a ray of hope for vulnerable children, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding their...
KZN’s Rhythmic Gymnastics Stars Shine at the African Championships, Ignite Provincial Pride
KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) is brimming with pride as its Senior and Junior Protea rhythmic gymnastics teams secured a spectacular second place at the 18th...
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