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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...

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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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Jordy Smith Does It Again With His Second Win of the Season https://www.goodthingsguy.com/sport/jordy-smith-does-it-again-with-his-second-win-of-the-season/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/sport/jordy-smith-does-it-again-with-his-second-win-of-the-season/#respond Tue, 27 May 2025 12:00:55 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152347

South African surfing star Jordy Smith has successfully claimed his second win of the season, climbing the leaderboard to claim the top spot ahead of his competition!   Australia (27...

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South African surfing star Jordy Smith has successfully claimed his second win of the season, climbing the leaderboard to claim the top spot ahead of his competition!

 

Australia (27 May 2025) — Legendary South African surfer and Durbanite Jordy Smith has claimed his second win of the World Surf League (WSL) season thanks to a smashing score at the 2025 Western Australia Margaret River Pro!

Against competitor Griffin Colapinto from the United States, Smith claimed a score of 12.00, placing the South African surfer in the first spot and 4.84 points ahead of Brazilian talent Italo Ferreira in the Championship Tour standings. It was pace and patience that stood in the surfer’s favour most during the final heat, as well as a dedication to making every wave count.

The 37-year-old surfer dedicated the win to both his family and iconic surf filmmaker Jack McCory who recently passed away.

“Jack McCoy is someone who has inspired me throughout my whole life. All his movies, his videos, his family, this is for you guys.”

There are still five events left in the Tour schedule, with hopes high that Smith will keep his winning momentum! The next round will take place in sunny California for the Lexus Trestles Pro from 9 June.

Last month, in Punta Roca, El Salvador, Smith made fans enormously proud when he secured his 7th Championship Tour Victory in a riveting and emotionally charged moment for his supporters everywhere. This was the surfer’s first victory of this kind in 8 years and marked a proud moment for the veteran.


Sources: Supplied
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South African Teacher Honoured With Global STEM Innovation Award! https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/south-african-teacher-honoured-with-global-stem-innovation-award/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/south-african-teacher-honoured-with-global-stem-innovation-award/#respond Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:51 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152291

South African teacher Nadine Smith has been awarded internationally for her efforts in STEM education. One of four global recipients, the educator was the sole African awardee.   Global (27...

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South African teacher Nadine Smith has been awarded internationally for her efforts in STEM education. One of four global recipients, the educator was the sole African awardee.

 

Global (27 May 2025) — South African teacher Nadine Smith is a Coding and Robotics educator who recently made the local STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field enormously proud when she was honoured with a prestigious award. Nadine was awarded the 025 EDGE in Tech Athena Award for Early Career Leadership!

Awarded by the Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society and the Banatao Institute (CITRIS) at the University of California, Nadine was honoured as part of a unique ceremony at UC Berkeley.

The South African teacher was the only recipient from Africa and one of just four global recipients of the award.

Nadine’s accolade celebrates individuals who are leading the charge in creating technology ecosystems that are more diverse, equitable and impactful.

“I believe every child deserves to see themselves in STEAM,” Nadine says. STEAM encompasses STEM fields but with the addition of art.

“Through coding and robotics, I strive to ignite confidence, curiosity, and creativity in learners, especially those who don’t yet realise they belong in tech. This award is not just a personal milestone, but a reminder of the importance of creating inclusive learning spaces where all young minds can dream, build and lead,” she says.

Beyond leading initiatives, Nadine also trains fellow teachers in integrating emerging technologies.

“It is incredibly important to recognise the people doing the difficult work of expanding access to essential tech fields,” explains Jill Finlayson, the Managing Director of the CITRIS Innovation Hub (which oversees the awards).

“Those who champion on-ramps into STEM, fair workplaces and welcoming cultures are critical to the development of innovative technologies and help ensure that new solutions will work well for everyone.”


Sources: Supplied 
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Forensic Artist’s Efforts Rock Art Conservation Efforts Catch the World’s Attention https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/forensic-artists-efforts-rock-art-conservation-efforts-catch-the-worlds-attention/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/forensic-artists-efforts-rock-art-conservation-efforts-catch-the-worlds-attention/#respond Tue, 27 May 2025 07:00:19 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152051

A South African forensic artist is on a rare mission: conserving ancient rock art by replicating it millimetre by millimetre.   South Africa (27 May 2025) – Stephen Townley Bassett...

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A South African forensic artist is on a rare mission: conserving ancient rock art by replicating it millimetre by millimetre.

 

South Africa (27 May 2025) – Stephen Townley Bassett is a forensic artist on a unique mission. Millimetre by millimetre, Stephen recreates rock art found across ancient caves in Southern Africa; symbols, thoughts, depictions and perhaps even spiritual inklings left behind by the ancient ones years and years ago.

His mission is to conserve the rock art panel by panel with hopes that his recreations of each one can either restore a former master piece, help researchers, uncover more about why the works were created, and allow these works to become more accessible in their replicated form.

Recently, Stephen was spotlighted to the world thanks to a CNN feature (his latest moment in front of the world, having been featured in documentaries before). In the piece, the Cape Town-born forensic artist explains his meticulous process, his ‘why’ and how it all began.

Fascinatingly, Stephen only works with mediums that people like the San would’ve had access to. This is how he’s figured out which materials help enhance certain colours (for example, white raptor feces and ostrich eggshells heated by fire make that white pigment) and how he’s come to the suspicion that a bee bi-product helped make a kind glue used to stick animal hairs that created an ancient brush.

For Stephen, it is a matter of protecting the rich cultural heritage that lies within caves. With decades of experience and a diligence like no other, the forensic artist’s efforts are the kind all of us can salute, especially in a world where natural challenges, vandalism and a flair of arrogance in thinking all of history has already been figured out threaten the legacy of generations upon generations before.


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From Langebaan to the Cannes Film Festival https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/from-langebaan-to-the-cannes-film-festival/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/people/from-langebaan-to-the-cannes-film-festival/#respond Mon, 26 May 2025 10:00:21 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=152152

South African actor Davin Beiersdorf has followed his dreams from Langebaan all the way to attending the Cannes Film Festival!   Global (26 May 2025) — Actor and model Davin...

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South African actor Davin Beiersdorf has followed his dreams from Langebaan all the way to attending the Cannes Film Festival!

 

Global (26 May 2025) — Actor and model Davin Beiersdorf has come a long way from the coastal town of Langebaan in the Western Cape thanks to a commitment to following his dreams in the arts. Recently, Davin attended the Cannes Film Festival; any actor’s dream red carpet experience notorious for being the place to rub shoulders with industry legends.

Davin had attended last year’s edition too, however this time he was more prepared.

“This year was better than last year as I knew what to expect,” the young actor shared. “And, I arrived earlier during the festival.”

Davin arrived on the opening night of the ‘Mission Impossible’ premiere on his birthday (talk about a birthday to remember!). He was also personally invited to the debut of ‘Storm Rider’!

For anyone rising up in the industry, opportunities to attend iconic events like Cannes are invaluable. But for Davin, it wasn’t just about standing among giants. It was also about proudly sharing his South African heritage.

“I always have a sense of pride to say I’m from South Africa when asked where I come from,” he says. “Especially now that South Africa has some film studio development in the works that all creatives are looking forward to.”

Davin landed his first lead role in ‘I Hate Pirates’ in 2024 following his participation in theatre production school. Needless to say, Davin is certainly a budding actor to watch as South Africa’s talent continues to impress the world.


Sources: Supplied 
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Chris Bertish to Set Sail on World-First Adventure for Ocean Conservation  https://www.goodthingsguy.com/sport/chris-bertish-world-first-adventure-ocean-conservation/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/sport/chris-bertish-world-first-adventure-ocean-conservation/#respond Wed, 21 May 2025 07:00:48 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=151697

Chris Bertish is preparing to navigate a daring voyage in a world-first adventure all for ocean conservation and education!   Global (21 May 2025) — South African adventurer, author, speaker,...

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Chris Bertish is preparing to navigate a daring voyage in a world-first adventure all for ocean conservation and education!

 

Global (21 May 2025) — South African adventurer, author, speaker, ocean pioneer and ocean advocate, Chris Bertish, is poised to embark on his most daring voyage yet: the TransCat Expedition 2025, Oceans without Borders. A world-first adventure, the journey would see Chris become the first person to sail a production beach catamaran solo and unsupported across the Pacific Ocean. And, he’s doing it all for ocean conservation and education.

Launching from Dana Point, California, in late June, Chris will navigate 2,800 nautical miles to Oahu, Hawaii, over an estimated 17 to 21 days. The expedition will be powered solely by wind and solar energy, highlighting a commitment to sustainable exploration.

But, it won’t be a comfortable ride by any means. The Wildcat is a 20-foot, semi-foiling beach catamaran that’s designed for agility and speed. It lacks any comforts of traditional ocean-crossing craft, including a cabin for shelter, a kitchen or even a toilet.

This means he will face the elements head-on, full-time, 24/7. No escape from the sun, storms or the cold of night. And of course, there’s the extreme solitude.

But, Chris is positive about it all with his eyes set on the bigger picture.

“This expedition is not just about breaking records; it’s about inspiring change,” says Chris. “By pushing the limits of what’s possible, we aim to spotlight the urgent need for Ocean stewardship and educational access.

“When we protect our ocean, we protect all life on this planet.”

The TransCat Expedition is a multifaceted initiative aimed at global impact, including:

  • Building a circular economy classroom for a school in Kenya. July – November 2025
  • Paying for Ocean Education initiatives through SAAMBRA and the 2 Oceans Education Foundation in South Africa.
  • Paying for Mobile Ocean Aquarium and Educational Sessions for the Nine Miles Project, Waves for Change and the Sentinel Alliance.
  • Planting more than 1,000 trees in North America, through the Sea Trees initiative and 3,000 Trees in Africa, through the Word Forest initiative.
  • Paying towards the Coral Restoration Project in Hanauma Bay in Hawaii, also through the Sea Trees initiative.

The new world-record attempt rides the coattails of Chris’s record-setting endeavours. These include a solo stand-up paddle across the Atlantic in 2017 for 93 days and a solo wing-foil journey across the Pacific for 49 days.

Each world-first adventure had giving back at its heart, and the latest (which also happens to be the most extreme) is no exception.

“As Sir David Attenborough said – when we save the ocean, we save the world! We all need to take collective action for a sustainable future. Every small step and action counts, we can only accomplish this together!” Chris comments.

You can support his epic cause across the ocean, for the ocean, here.


Sources: Supplied 
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South Africa Strikes Gold Again at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show!  https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/south-africa-strikes-gold-again-at-the-rhs-chelsea-flower-show/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/south-africa-strikes-gold-again-at-the-rhs-chelsea-flower-show/#respond Tue, 20 May 2025 08:54:24 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=151615

South Africa has struck gold once again at the 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show following last year’s winning comeback!   London, United Kingdom (20 May 2025) — It’s another gold...

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South Africa has struck gold once again at the 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show following last year’s winning comeback!

 

London, United Kingdom (20 May 2025) — It’s another gold for South Africa at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London thanks to acclaimed horticulturist and floral legend, Leon Kluge, right-hand Tristan Woudberg and their larger team.

Following last year’s magnificent and winning comeback that ended a lengthy hiatus SA took from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, hopes were high that the 2025 South African floral display would continue our golden streak, hopes that bloomed in full.

This brings South Africa’s tally of wins at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show (over a four decade period) to an incredible 39 medals; an inspired total considering that this is considered the world’s pinnacle flower show.

While last year’s display offered a slice of the mountains and the Cape Floral Kingdom’s wonders amid them, this year’s design was inspired by the ocean.

The design explored the influence that two oceans South Africa knows well, the Indian and the Atlantic, have on the flora in our country to gorgeous effect; offering both fynbos and cliff-dwelling plant arrangements to celebrate South Africa as “the flower basket of Africa” as Leon put it beautifully.

As such, the design required an incredible shipment of locally grown flowers and fynbos travel across the pond for the show. As Leon shares, there were approximately 25,000 stems that had to be cut by the team in order to get them into the water!

 

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Revealing the gold win to South Africa, Leon explained that the team were nervous pre-show and that the win came as a wonderful relief.

 

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South Africa couldn’t be prouder of our natural heritage and those who nurture and celebrate it as much as this team does.


Sources: Leon Kluge; GTG 
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Tyla is Hosting the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards!  https://www.goodthingsguy.com/fun/tyla-is-hosting-the-2025-nickelodeon-kids-choice-awards/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/fun/tyla-is-hosting-the-2025-nickelodeon-kids-choice-awards/#respond Fri, 16 May 2025 10:00:40 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=151353

Another day, another reason to be proud of Tyla. Our superstar is hosting the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards!   Global (16 May 2025) — If breaking pop culture barriers...

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Another day, another reason to be proud of Tyla. Our superstar is hosting the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards!

 

Global (16 May 2025) — If breaking pop culture barriers was a South African, it has to be Tyla.

Following what has already been a jam-packed year for the superstar (she’s done and dusted the MET Gala, claimed the title of World Artist of the Year, rocked Coachella and surpassed one billion streams for ‘Water’, to name a few), it’s officially been announced that Tyla is set to host the 2025 the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards!

 

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This will be the very first time that a South African will be hosting global coverage of the Kids’ Choice Awards.

Known for bringing a fun, childlike and slimy spin to traditional award ceremonies, the Kids Choice Awards orbit (you guessed it) kids choosing their favourites in the entertainment world.

From voting for the Kid’s TV shows that they love the most to artists and even villains, there are a plethora of categories for up-and-comers as well as industry veterans to vie for the most unfiltered opinions around—that of children.

As such, hosting such a widely publicised and A-lister-centric ceremony is no small gig. It speaks volumes about our firecracker’s popularity around the world and places her in good steed to get even bigger hosting opportunities (we’d hardly be surprised to see Tyla host the Grammys one of these years).

The Kids’ Choice Awards will be live and airing on 21 June.

Meanwhile, in more Tyla news, her latest track, ‘Bliss’, is out, proud and ready for you to listen to!

Listen: South Africa’s Tyla Releases ‘Bliss’… And It’s Fire!


Sources: Various (Linked Above)
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A New Peace Garden in Cape Town https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/a-new-peace-garden-in-cape-town/ https://www.goodthingsguy.com/environment/a-new-peace-garden-in-cape-town/#respond Wed, 07 May 2025 14:30:50 +0000 https://www.goodthingsguy.com/?p=150470

Cape Town has welcomed a new peace garden thanks to an international event that welcomed dignitaries and all notions of planting peace.   Cape Town, South Africa (07 May 2025)...

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Cape Town has welcomed a new peace garden thanks to an international event that welcomed dignitaries and all notions of planting peace.

 

Cape Town, South Africa (07 May 2025) — Cape Town recently played host to the Second Rotary Intercountry Committee (ICC) Africa Peace Forum, in which dignitaries, Rotarians, diplomats and changemakers alike from all over the world united. Planting peace together, the Seconf Rotary Intercountry Committee (ICC) Africa Peace Forum ran from 25 to 27 April as a landmark event for peacebuilding.

The three-day event opened under the leadership of Acting Premier Jaco Londt. Compelling conversations, powerful presentations and international friendship reigned supreme, as well as, most importantly, topics of grassroots diplomacy.

A new Peace Garden was unveiled in tandem with a Peace Pole at the Long March to Freedom Bronze Statue Park in Century City. According to some attendees, like Past Rotary Foundation Chair Helene Visser, it was “the cherry on the cake”.

The Rotary D9350 Peace Garden and Peace Pole mark a new tourist attraction and a reminder of peace ever-growing.

Rooted in indigenous wild olive and coral flame trees and framed by the iconic procession of 101 bronze figures celebrating South Africa’s heroes, the Peace Garden is said to be a sanctuary for reflection. There are also two benches for visitors to sit, reflect and breathe.

“Peace must be planted in homes, classrooms, cultivated in villages and urban neighbourhoods, defended in political forums, and nurtured in the daily decisions we make as leaders and citizens,” said former President of Mozambique and Vice-Chair of the Peace Parks Foundation, His Excellency Joaqium Chissano.

“Peace is a common good, but also a shared responsibility. It cannot be imposed from above. It must be built side by side, respecting cultural diversities, promoting intergenerational dialogue, and responding to the real aspirations of our people.”


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It wasn’t just Tyla who represented SA at the latest Met Gala. Amid the dandy and dreamy looks gracing the gala, a strong few were actually the work of South...

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It wasn’t just Tyla who represented SA at the latest Met Gala. Amid the dandy and dreamy looks gracing the gala, a strong few were actually the work of South African designers.

 

Global (07 May 2025) — Fashion’s most publicised affair has come and gone, leaving behind an influx of new looks for fashion enthusiasts to dissect, praise and emulate. The aftermath of the Met is upon us, and this year, South African designers also had a ball in adding their creativity to the dandy and dreamy.

This year’s theme was Superfine: Tailoring Black Style. Essentially, it was a love letter to Black dandyism and one of the best years (couture-wise) that the famed gala has had in quite some time. Blazers reimagined, boater hats abound, and we saw Rihanna reign supreme, Laura Harrier wow crowds and Blackpin star Jennie absolutely dazzle.

 

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Additionally, it also marked one of the years in which the theme was largely followed and respected compared to other themes in which onlookers gazed at the gala with confused expressions, unsure as to whether the assignment of a theme was understood.

Especially exciting for South Africa this year is the news that South African designers had their work dazzle at the dandyist event of the year.

David Tlale dressed South Africa’s Precious Moloi-Motsepe while Aurora James and Ivy Getty wore Thebe Magugu!

 

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Of course, representing South Africa with the biggest spotlight circling her was Miss Tyla, who, to no one’s surprise, was stunning.

Tyla donned Jacquemus this year in a stripy number emulating old-school glam with a tailored edge. Her blonde hair was also the moment, drawing attention to another sub-section of the theme—the art of styling the details.


Sources: Various (Linked Above); GTG 
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