Ashleigh Nefdt

Cape Town

Journalist at Good Things Guy

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Anna’s First Rodeo With Wasabi: A Laugh and Many Spicy Tears

2 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

If you’ve ever been tricked into trying wasabi, this one’s for you. Recently, a lovely lady named Anna tried tempura sushi for the first time, and an unfriendly ‘avo’ (it was wasabi)…Outeniqua, South Africa (12 May 2025) — If you’ve ever been tricked into trying ‘spicy sushi avo’ (wasabi), you’ll know the pain that a lovely lady named Anna recently cry-laughed through. As sushi lovers know well, wasabi is an important component of the culinary journey that is raw fish.
Warm Hearts This Winter With The Love Challenge

2 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

Need motivation to keep your running routine up or push yourself more? The Love Challenge 2025 will see runners tackle 105kms in 21 days to support The Secret Love Project! Here’s how to throw your hat in the ring:Cape Town, South Africa (12 May 2025) — If the winter blues are starting to settle in and you’re struggling to find the motivation to stick to or start your running routine, The Secret Love Project might just have the answer to help you get into your groove for good.
Serving Looks, Not Groceries: Artist Transforms Shopping Bags

2 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

South African artist Ricollin Moodley, best known for his lipstick portraits, is flexing a new kind of creativity by turning unassuming shopping bags into fashion pieces!South Africa (12 May 2025) — South African artist Ricollin Moodley has made a name for himself by using unconventional materials to create gorgeous artworks. Think lipstick portraits of our Springboks’ stars and Tyla like you’ve never seen her before.
The Argument for Why We Should Leave the Leaves

3 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

Autumn means leaves: crunchy, orange, and, admittedly, fairly annoying. But don’t reach for those rakes and plastic bags just yet; there’s a strong argument about leaving the leaves that you might want to hear if you care about your garden. South Africa (12 May 2025) — The colder seasons of the year are doing their thing, and several parts of the country have the leaves (and even snowfall) to prove it.
At Least the Printing Machine is Working Again

3 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

Department of Transport says staff will work extra hours to deal with the backlogSouth Africa (12 May 2025) — The Department of Transport says that the country’s sole printing machine for driving licence cards, stalled since 4 January, is working again. There is a backlog of over 747,000 waiting to be printed. Department spokesperson Collen Msibi told GroundUp the machine can print between 14,000 to 19,000 cards during a 14-hour shift.
New Madiba Mural Watches Over Woodstock

3 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

A new Madiba Mural watches over Woodstock; fittingly positioned on Nelson Street on the side wall of the Humanity Hub building. Woodstock, South Africa (12 May 2025) — Nelson Mandela now watches over Woodstock as a larger-than-life, six-by-ten metre mural thanks to Cape Town muralist Stefan Smit (@these10fingers). Aptly positioned on Nelson Street and on the side of the Souper Troopers’ Humanity Hub, the new Madiba Mural is a long-anticipated, welcomed and warm addition to the suburb.
SA's Junior Aquatics Team Are the Champions of the Continent

5 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

South Africa’s Junior Aquatics Team have been crowned the champions of the African continent thanks to their stellar medal-haul at the 16th Africa Junior Swimming Championships! Cairo, Egypt (09 May 2025) — Young and talented South African swimmers deserve all the rounds of applause; they are officially the champions of the African continent! Thanks to a stellar series of performances at the recent 16th Africa Junior Swimming Championships, Team South Africa’s Juniors walked away with not...
Santa’s Helpers Start Work on the New Siphiwe Samangwe Créche

5 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

While it might not be a gift you can wrap in pretty paper, it’s certainly one that’s tied with love. The Santa Shoebox Project and friends have begun work on the Siphiwe Samangwe Créche!Loskop, South Africa (09 May 2025) — The Santa Shoebox Project is known for its beautifully wrapped, helpful gifts that uplift the spirits of children across the country during the festive season yearly.
A Surprise Opera at the V&A Thanks to Talented Duo

5 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

A surprise opera unfolded at the V&A Waterfront recently after the ever-elegant violinist many mall-goers will know, was joined by the voice of an angel disguised as a shopper!Cape Town, South Africa (09 May 2025) — On some days, the sound of a violin trembles so intensely, you’re called to put off your errands and follow the music.
Cableway Charity Challenge Introduces Upcycled Medal With Meaning!

5 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Ashleigh Nefdt

On Sunday, climbers from all over the Cape (and beyond) will tackle Platteklip Gorge as many times as their bodies can handle for a big cause as part of the annual Cableway Charity Challenge. Massively, the pledges have already surpassed the R1 million mark. Meaningfully, there’s a new upcycled medal for racers to look forward to!Cape Town, South Africa (09 May 2025) — Sunday 11 May marks a big day on the climbers’ calendar.