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Local Support Soars: Aidan Roos, 19-Year-Old Stunt Biker, Receives Over R100,000 on BackaBuddy After Life-Altering Accident
19-year-old Aidan Roos from Three Rivers Vereeniging had his life dramatically altered in a matter of seconds. Aidan, a passionate stunt biker, faced a life-altering accident on the 9th of February 2024 that not only shattered his dreams but also left his family...
Diving into Dreams: Zora Wegerif’s Journey to the Trisome Games 2024
Zora Wegerif, a 22-year-old talented swimmer and part-time intern from Pretoria has qualified to represent South Africa in the Trisome Games 2024 - an international sporting event specifically for athletes with Down Syndrome. This prestigious competition is set to...
Bold KES Alumni Marks 50th Birthday With Chilly 7.5km Robben Island Swim to Fund Memorial Scholarship
Dalan Holton, a 49-year-old director at Debella Finance from Morningside, Sandton, embarked on an extraordinary journey as he approached his 50th birthday on March 1, 2024. Pictured above: Dalan Holton from Morningside, Sandton, took on a chilly Robben Island...
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 fur-parents to Micheal, a rescue cat, and Bailey, their rescue dachshund. The remarkable and unlikely bond...
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...
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...
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 extraordinary dedication to protecting the planet. The young ornithophile has not only secured the title of the youngest...
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 underprivileged children, providing hope in the face of poverty and overcrowded living conditions. Image above: Captivated young...
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