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With unprecedented challenges in the current economic climate, the Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital faces a crisis in keeping afloat while meeting the demands of vulnerable wildlife needing urgent medical care....

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With unprecedented challenges in the current economic climate, the Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital faces a crisis in keeping afloat while meeting the demands of vulnerable wildlife needing urgent medical care.

 

Johannesburg, South Africa (29 May 2025) – A lot is happening in the world, and it saddens our hearts to learn that the suspension of foreign assistance to South Africa has affected those who need all the support to, in turn, help the voiceless and vulnerable.

The Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital (JWVH) is facing a serious financial crisis as a result of these unforeseen changes in the economy.

“We’ve been forced to dip into our emergency reserves just to keep our doors open.

“Meanwhile, the number of wild animals needing urgent medical care continues to grow,” JWVH said in a post.

JWVH has been a lifeline for countless wildlife animals that have found themselves in situations requiring emergency intervention.

Having celebrated eight years of existence and impact in March of this year, JWVH has done incredible work saving and rehabilitating pangolins, raising Aardwolves, healing porcupettes, mending snakes, and educating us about mole rats and all the other magnificent creatures!

The one-of-a-kind non-profit treats indigenous animals for free, and therefore relies heavily on donations to keep doing the good work they do.

Amid the current wave of uncertainty, the veterinary hospital’s dedicated team is doing all they can, but without support, many wildlife and their well-being will be in jeopardy.

“If you can support us through a donation, a sponsorship, or by connecting us with someone who might be able to help, please reach out.

“Every contribution, even simply sharing this post, makes a difference,” the JWVH team appealed.

To help this organisation continue to rescue, rehabilitate and give wild animals a second chance, donate to their PayFast, PayPal or Snapcan channels or using the banking details below:

Johannesburg Wildlife NPC
FNB Cheque account
Account: 62658400264
Branch Code: 255355
​Swift code: FIRNZAJJ


Sources: Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital
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TT Mbha Empowers Girls By Championing Period Positivity in Pink! https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/tt-mbha-championing-period-positivity/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/tt-mbha-championing-period-positivity/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 13:30:36 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152534

Today is World Menstrual Hygiene Day, and to honour the movement, media personality and devoted father of three girls, TT Mbha, is visiting Johannesburg schools in bright pink overalls, leveraging...

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Today is World Menstrual Hygiene Day, and to honour the movement, media personality and devoted father of three girls, TT Mbha, is visiting Johannesburg schools in bright pink overalls, leveraging his platform to bring dignity to underprivileged schoolgirls.

 

Johannesburg, South Africa (28 May 2025) – We’ve shared many stories about the incredible humans and heroes championing a world where period poverty is but a distant memory in our country.

Today, in commemoration of World Menstrual Hygiene Day, we share the touching efforts of media personality, entrepreneur and father of three girls, TT Mbha, who has used his connections to distribute sanitary pads to underprivileged school girls.

In a video he posted earlier today, he is seen sporting bright pink overalls and pink sneakers as he dances happily before the camera and is soon joined by two of his daughters whom he shares what he’ll be getting up to.

As part of the massive global movement to address period poverty and foster a period-friendly world, TT will be playing his part by repainting girls’ restrooms and donating 1,500 sanitary packs to underprivileged Grade 4 to 12 girls at JS Mpanza Primary School in Diepkloof and Emshukantambo Secondary School in Pimville.

TT also added that this was also a call to girl dads to talk to their daughters about periods and menstruation from as early as the age of seven.

His post and efforts received love online as social media users commended how TT was going above and beyond to address a prevalent issue in many communities and helping restore the confidence and dignity of many young girls who often have nowhere to turn to when “that time of the month” comes.

We don’t need superpowers to make the world a better place. Kind hearts and acts of pure compassion can make the real impact our society so desperately needs.

Thanks for demonstrating this so well, TT. Know that your efforts are supported and appreciated!


Sources: TT Mbha
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Linden Librarian’s Super Idea for Greener Libraries  https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/linden-librarians-super-idea-for-greener-libraries/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/linden-librarians-super-idea-for-greener-libraries/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 12:00:03 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152508

A Linden Librarian’s exciting vision make public libraries greener and more beneficial to communities has earned her international recognition.   Linden, South Africa (28 May 2025) — A Linden Librarian’s...

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A Linden Librarian’s exciting vision make public libraries greener and more beneficial to communities has earned her international recognition.

 

Linden, South Africa (28 May 2025) — A Linden Librarian’s super idea to help libraries benefit communities more in the greenest way has caught and held international attention. Ms Tebello Sengora thinks that underused library spaces are gardens waiting to be created, something that could well benefit library patrons as well as encourage new members from the broader community.

Recently, Ms Sengora received an Honourable Mention at the 2025 Next Festival held in Denmark for her idea dubbed ‘The Green Shelf Network’.

An international event, the Next Library Festival takes a look at libraries in the future; inviting visionaries within library spaces across the world to share their thoughts as to how the libraries of tomorrow could and should look for the betterment of learning.

The Linden Librarian’s Green Shelf Network caught the attention of the festival. Per Joburg Libraries, the idea is to transform libraries into “modular gardens that connect communities with nature, literacy and sustainability.” How iconic is that?

Importantly, residents of Johannesburg would be hugely involved in the gardens from design to maintenance and crop-sharing in an effort to hold firm community buy-in and pride.

“This interactive experience not only beautifies library spaces and feeds communities, but also fosters a connection between nature, culture, health and even technology,” Joburg Libraries praised.

Ms Sengora was selected for the Honourable Mention as part of the 2025 Changemaker Award category which was introduced this year. The Changemaker Award honours thinkers whose focus orbits innovation.

She was one of just six out of 23 countries awarded with an honourable mention, including an Ireland representative’s idea to ‘take the library to the streets’.


Sources: Joburg Libraries 
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Cape Town Teen Stars in European Sci-Fi Documentary “World of Walls” https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/megan-kilian-sci-fi-documentary/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/megan-kilian-sci-fi-documentary/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:32 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152493

Megan Kilian’s natural charm and “just being herself” during an audition workshop in Johannesburg wowed filmmakers, and now she’s playing a version of herself in a documentary set in a...

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Megan Kilian’s natural charm and “just being herself” during an audition workshop in Johannesburg wowed filmmakers, and now she’s playing a version of herself in a documentary set in a future where the worst predictions from the Paris Agreement have come true!

 

Mossel Bay, South Africa (28 May 2025) – At just 13 years old, Megan Kilian has landed the incredible opportunity of being selected from a group of 60 children to feature in a European science fiction documentary!

Even though she had no prior acting experience, Megan’s naturally engaging presence and spontaneity during auditions in Johannesburg made her a perfect fit for the role.

The film, titled World of Walls has been directed by Slovakian filmmaker Lucia Kasova and explores life in a near-future ecological crisis – a world where the worst predictions from the Paris Agreement have come true.

Set in a world devastated by environmental collapse, World of Walls follows the coming-of-age journey of 13-year-old children from different backgrounds. The story examines how global inaction on climate change has reshaped childhood and forced young people to confront extreme weather, resource shortages, and migration for survival.

South Africa itself became a bit of a co-star, as the production team chose the country for its real-world parallels to the film’s imagined setting, including power outages and water scarcity, elements which mirror what many scientists predict could become widespread elsewhere if global temperatures continue to rise.

Filming began in Johannesburg, where Megan attended Midstream Ridge Primary School. After her family relocated to Mossel Bay in June 2024, the production was adapted to accommodate the move, with scenes rewritten to follow her story, Curro explains.

“Since it’s a documentary, we don’t have to learn lines,” Megan says.

“We just act naturally and make up our own dialogue as we go. It’s been a lot of fun.”

The film will launch in 2026 across several European countries, including France, Belgium, Germany and the Czech Republic. The trailer has already garnered recognition at FIPADOC in France, a prestigious international documentary film festival.


Sources: Curro
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The Grace Factory Embarks on Massive Mandela Day Maternity Pack Drive https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/grace-factory-mandela-day-maternity-pack-drive/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/grace-factory-mandela-day-maternity-pack-drive/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 07:00:36 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152207

The Grace Factory is embarking on its most ambitious endeavour yet, and it is all to support vulnerable mothers and their newborns.   Johannesburg, South Africa (28 May 2025) –...

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The Grace Factory is embarking on its most ambitious endeavour yet, and it is all to support vulnerable mothers and their newborns.

 

Johannesburg, South Africa (28 May 2025) – Mandela Day is around the corner – a day dedicated to extending compassion and goodwill. It is a time that truly pulls on hearts and inspires communities to make a difference wherever possible, all in honour of our beloved hero, uTata.

At the heart of this movement, down at The Grace Factory, where volunteers pour their hearts into supporting moms and babies, this year’s Mandela Day sets up the stage for their biggest packing day yet!

On 19 July 2025, The Grace Factory is aiming to pack an ambitious 1,500 maternity packs in one day across three cities (Johannesburg, Durban and Vanderbijlpark) for vulnerable mothers and their tiny tots!

“This large-scale event aims to bring together individuals, organisations, and communities to celebrate the spirit of giving and service.

“This is one of our most significant efforts to date, and to make it a success, we need broad support from our communities,” says Sarah Cressey.

The Grace Factory team is known for bringing warm waves of kindness to public hospital maternity wards and anywhere else there is a need.

To make this big goal a reality, the organisation is actively collecting and accepting donations of newborn-sized clothing, beanies, socks, and receiving blankets, as well as wet wipes, sanitary pads and financial donations.

“Your donation, of any amount, will go directly toward funding the contents of these maternity packs.

“If many individuals contribute, we can reach our goal and touch 1,500 lives in a single day,” Sarah adds.

Packing day venues will be announced closer to the date. To get involved and show a little compassion to some mamas and their babas, pop an email to info@thegracefactory.co.za or ellouise@thegracefactory.co.za.


Sources: The Grace Factory
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R70,000 Donation Warms Hearts and Paws at Randfontein SPCA! https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/70k-donation-warms-hearts-randfontein-spca/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/70k-donation-warms-hearts-randfontein-spca/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 06:00:47 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152048

A wave of kindness has washed over the SPCA in Randfontein and Westonaria, which cares for 300 vulnerable animals, and it was in the form of a much-needed financial boost....

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A wave of kindness has washed over the SPCA in Randfontein and Westonaria, which cares for 300 vulnerable animals, and it was in the form of a much-needed financial boost.

 

West Rand, South Africa (28 May 2025) – The Randfontein and Westonaria SPCA on the West Rand were recently on the receiving end of a generous donation that will greatly help care for the 300 vulnerable animals at the shelter.

During a radio interview with Martin Bester on Jacaranda FM SPCA Manager and Inspector René van Straten opened up about the challenges she and her team face on a daily. This looks like anything from attending to a chained dog or one burnt with hot water by its owner, to rushing to an accident scene involving a cattle truck.

In April, René and her team attended to 40 abuse cases, this is all while grappling with strained financial resources and the daily demands of food, medication, blankets, bowls, toys, and payment for veterinary services for the animals.

Moved by the challenges that the Randfontein and Westonaria SPCA endures day in and day out, the Good Morning Angels, together with Martin Bester and Round Table’s Warm Fees, stepped in to help with a generous R70,000 donation to help keep their animals safe and warm this winter. In addition to this, Bester also committed to championing a blanket drive for the SPCA.

A grateful, René was overcome with gratitude during the show and thanked the team for the funds that will not only lift a heavy burden, but also bring about but also bring about many wagging tails, soft purrs and happy chirps!


Sources: Jacaranda FM
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From Chicken to Change: How Robbie Brozin Is Rebuilding Joburg https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/from-chicken-to-change-how-robbie-brozin-is-rebuilding-joburg/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/from-chicken-to-change-how-robbie-brozin-is-rebuilding-joburg/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 03:15:34 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152408

He helped make peri-peri global but now Robbie Brozin is turning his fire toward something even bigger… the soul of a city.   Johannesburg, South Africa (28 May 2025) –...

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He helped make peri-peri global but now Robbie Brozin is turning his fire toward something even bigger… the soul of a city.

 

Johannesburg, South Africa (28 May 2025) – There’s something incredible that happens when you sit down with someone who not only dreams of a better South Africa… but rolls up their sleeves and actually gets stuck in to make it happen.

On this week’s episode of Good Things with Brent Lindeque, I had the absolute privilege of chatting to Robbie Brozin (yes, that Robbie Brozin), the co-founder of Nando’s, the man behind Goodbye Malaria, and the driving force behind the growing movement that is Jozi My Jozi.

You might know him because of peri-peri chicken and those cheeky Nando’s ads but his purpose has always been deeper than spice. These days, his mission is clearer than ever: he wants to fix Johannesburg. Not for clout, not for likes, not for a quick win… but because he genuinely loves this city. And it’s that kind of passion that’s hard not to be inspired by.

“Joburg’s got soul,” he tells me. “We just have to clean it up a bit and show people how amazing it already is.”

Robbie’s story is a proudly South African one, from building an international food brand rooted in local flavour, to fighting malaria across Africa, and now investing his time, energy and heart into revitalising Jozi.

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From Chicken to Change: How Robbie Brozin Is Rebuilding Joburg
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He’s not shouting from the sidelines; he’s hands-on, funding artists, cleaning up spaces, building bridges between business and community and lighting a fire under what could be possible if more people joined in.

What struck me most in our chat is how much he believes in us. In South Africans. In our creativity, our resilience, our humour and our ability to overcome.

“The answers aren’t somewhere else,” Robbie says. “They’re right here. In us. We just need to believe it.”

And that’s what this episode is about. It’s about possibility. About taking ownership. About finding your lane and doing something, anything, to make where you live better.

Robbie Brozin is one of those rare humans who makes you want to do more. Be more. He reminds us that it’s not about waiting for someone else to fix things. It’s about starting. It’s about showing up. It’s about finding the good and growing it.

And that, my friends, is a good thing. A really good thing.

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Sources: Good Things with Brent Lindeque 
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Mzansi ‘Baby Swans’ Ballerinas Bet on Their Dreams  https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/mzansi-baby-swans-ballerinas-bet-on-their-dreams/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/mzansi-baby-swans-ballerinas-bet-on-their-dreams/#respond Tue, 27 May 2025 13:00:59 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152339

Talented young ballerinas known as the ‘Baby Swans’ have earned an opportunity to perform with the pros in The Gold Rhino of Mapungubwe in Switzerland.   Johannesburg, South Africa (27...

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Talented young ballerinas known as the ‘Baby Swans’ have earned an opportunity to perform with the pros in The Gold Rhino of Mapungubwe in Switzerland.

 

Johannesburg, South Africa (27 May 2025) — A group of little ballerinas affectionately known as the ‘Baby Swans’ from the Mzansi Ballet Vocational School are getting excited for a big opportunity as they prepare to perform in Switzerland alongside the pros.

The Mzansi Ballet Senior Company is set to put on a performance of The Gold Rhino of Mapungubwe in Lugano, Switzerland from 30 June to 6 July. This performance will be a highlight in the Rhythm of Two Souths Music and Dance Festival.

The Baby Swans (dancers aged between 8 and 13) have the chance to perform with the senior dancers in what could be an incredible opportunity for their budding dancing careers; both for the exposure and the experience.

To raise the necessary funds for the trip across the pond, the ‘Baby Swans’ squad and their support systems are betting on their dreams by hosting a fundraiser in the form of an evening of music and dance. The evening will be hosted at the Pieter Toerien Theatre, Monte Casino for all Joburgers craving a cultural evening.

Dubbed ’Fusion of Favourites’, the event will feature the world premiere of renowned choreographer Vincent Mantsoe’s ‘Song of Khudugo/Exodus’ alongside performances from the Mzansi Ballet dancers. Food and drinks are included in the ticket!

The proceeds are entirely dedicated to the Baby Swans getting to Switzerland, and those interested in attending can email mzansiballet@gmail.com.

Says proud Baby Swans parent, Charlene Izzet:

“These girls dedicate much of their time and energy to perfecting their craft and performances, and any support at the fundraising event would be incredibly appreciated. It’s a fantastic chance to witness their passion and dedication up close.”


Sources: Email Submission 
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Drama Students Perform Their Hearts Out to Support Rivers Foundation! https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/drama-students-perform-support-rivers-foundation/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/lifestyle/drama-students-perform-support-rivers-foundation/#respond Tue, 27 May 2025 09:31:06 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152286

Twelve hours of non-stop performance. That’s what it took for a dedicated group of drama students to transform their love for the arts into a powerful charity challenge. Every song,...

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Twelve hours of non-stop performance. That’s what it took for a dedicated group of drama students to transform their love for the arts into a powerful charity challenge. Every song, dance, and dramatic moment was a step towards giving back and making a real difference for underserved communities.

 

Johannesburg, South Africa (27 May 2025) – In an incredibly inspiring display of using their talents for good, a group of 26 dedicated students and their three coaches from a local performing arts studio, Upstage Concepts, took centre stage for a cause close to their hearts on Thursday, 16 May.

Together, they committed to a 12-hour performing arts marathon, which ran from 18.30 pm to 6.30 am. Their epic night of singing, dancing, acting, and improvisation at the studio raised over R75,000 in donations for the Rivers Foundation, showcasing their passion for the arts and their powerful commitment to making a difference.

Family, friends, and members of the wider community rallied behind the initiative, sponsoring the young performers and donating goods that will go directly to those in need through the Rivers Foundation’s outreach programmes.

Expressing her pride in the students was Head Coach Jill Avis, who ran the event alongside two other dedicated coaches.

“These are amazing drama students who love to perform, and they wanted to use their talents and passion to help others. It’s been truly heartwarming to see how committed they were to giving back.”

The Rivers Foundation, known for its work supporting vulnerable communities with food, education, and healthcare, will distribute the donated items in the coming weeks.

This event highlighted the power of the arts to bring people together and demonstrated how young people can be leaders in creating positive change.

The studio hopes to make the charity challenge an annual tradition, proving that when creativity meets compassion, the results can be truly remarkable!


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A dad who had been unemployed for some time faced the anxiety of not knowing how he’d find the means to throw a party for his son, especially when he...

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A dad who had been unemployed for some time faced the anxiety of not knowing how he’d find the means to throw a party for his son, especially when he saw how happy his little boy was after going to great lengths to do something special last year. What thoughtful South Africans did to help this dad will melt your heart.

 

KwaThema, South Africa (26 May 2025) – Everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and for a loving dad grappling with the challenges of being unemployed, it came in the form of Kaya 959 listeners’ overwhelming support to help make his son’s birthday the best one yet!

During the Kaya Feel Good radio show presented by Andy Maqondwana a few weeks ago, she had reached out to listeners to share what stressed them out the most during their children’s school year.

Among the many entries of parents airing their stresses and frustrations, one voice note stood out from a dad named Innocent.

In the voice note, which was followed by a call from the station, Innocent revealed that he had been unemployed since 2023 and that he found himself particularly stressed around the month of May, as it was his son’s, Ntando’s, birthday month.

This year, he just couldn’t afford to throw his son a birthday party, something Innocent found particularly hard to accept as he realised how happy Ntando had been at last year’s last-minute party that he was able to put together for him.

During the show, a ripple effect of love and generosity took place when the voice note was played on air as listeners started calling in and sending messages of what they could possibly assist with to give Ntando a birthday party to remember.

From snacks and jumping castles to thoughtful gifts, listeners pledged to make Nando’s day, and they delivered!

A few days after the show and after much organising, the Kaya team made their way to the Kwa-Thema Stimulation Centre as the party venue, where a beautiful Spiderman-themed party was set up for Ntando.

In complete awe of everything around him, Ntando was joyfully celebrated by friends, family and radio personalities Thomas Msengana and Skhumba.

In a touching thank-you speech, Innocent poured his heart out to the team and donors who made his dream come true and his little boy feel so loved!

 

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