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Larry Nyoni, Barrister Turned Hero, Smashes Car Window to Save a Life, Suffers Injuries in the Process
Larry Nyoni, a dedicated father hailing from Yeoville, Johannesburg, and working as a barrister for the Just Darling coffee van, has emerged as a true hero after demonstrating exceptional courage in the face of a life-threatening situation at Marist Brothers Linmeyer....
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Oldest competitor says ‘Bring it on!’ to Oceans 8 Charity Swim
The Durban beaches are open and keen swimmers are getting ready for the epic Oceans 8 Charity Swim in support of local charities! Taking place on Friday, 16 and Saturday, 17 June 2023 at the Durban Undersea Club, Oceans 8 Charity Swim consists of a 1 Mile and 8 Mile...
Grandfather’s Inspiring Fight to Protect 4-Month-Old Grandson from Rare Heart Condition Gains Community Support
Dirk Brouwer (61), a resident of Strathavon, Johannesburg, has embarked on a deeply moving crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy to raise funds for his first grandson, Levi, who was born on January 23, 2023, with a rare Congenital Heart Defect known as singular...
Pietermaritzburg Hero Prepares to Run 7th Comrades Marathon Barefoot to Raise Funds for Homeless Shelter
Graham Wells, a 46-year-old resident of Pelham, Pietermaritzburg, is taking on his 7th Comrades Marathon barefoot on June 11, 2023. He's running to raise funds for the "Run for a Roof" campaign, a cause that he has been a part of since its inception in 2021. This...
Fire Engulfs Homes at Ouskip Caravan Resort in Melkbosstrand, Leaving Families in Desperation
Melkbosstrand - Marcelle Viljoen (60), a longstanding resident of the Ouskip Caravan Resort community for the past 15 years, has taken a proactive step to support families devastated by a recent fire. Viljoen has launched a crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy,...
Friends Rally to Restore Hearing for Beloved Krugersdorp Property Professional, Roelien Homan
Cindy Duplessis (42), a resident of Krugersdorp, along with a group of friends, has launched a heartwarming crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy to help Roelien Homan, a beloved member of the community, purchase new hearing aids. Roelien, a well-known property...
Desperate Plea to Return Home: South African Mother and Son Stranded in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines – Zelda Carlamarie Eberson (40), a single mother from South Africa, and her 17-year-old son, Jordan, find themselves in a dire situation and make a desperate plea for help to return home. After facing a series of challenges and hardships during...
Fire Engulfs Homes at Ouskip Caravan Park in Melkbosstrand, Leaving Families in Desperation
Melkbosstrand – Marcelle Viljoen, a longstanding member of the Ouskip Caravan Resort community for the past nine years, has taken a proactive step to support three families devastated by a recent fire. Viljoen has launched a crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy,...
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