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Joseph Dweba Makes Little Fans' Day with Heartwarming Surprise

1 day ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

Some lucky little rugby enthusiasts had a day they’ll never forget when DHL Stormers hooker, Joseph Dweba, took a special moment just for them!Cape Town, South Africa (13 May 2025) – You know it is a special day when you get to meet your favourite rugby star and get to rub shoulders with them too!DHL Stormers hooker Joseph Dweba was captured on video, making several little fans very happy when he took a moment to interact with them.
Jeremy Loops Shares the Stage with Veterans Lady Smith Black Mambazo

1 day ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

Imagine sharing the stage with your musical heroes, icons who’ve captivated audiences worldwide. For South African singer-songwriter Jeremy Loops, this dream became a reality this past Sunday.
“Table Mountain’s Iron Lady” Powerfully Completes 64-Day Climb

1 day ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

She faced her fear and conquered it 64 times over! Tania Morkel, lovingly called “Table Mountain’s Iron Lady,” has triumphantly completed a breathtaking 64-day challenge, motivated by her recovery from a near-fatal fall.
Caleb Swart Dominates at African MMA Champs, Bringing Home Gold for SA!

1 day ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

We are celebrating a local MMA champ today! Caleb Swart demonstrated exceptional skill and determination at the IMMAF African Championships, and he has a gold medal around his neck to prove it! Johannesburg, South Africa (13 May 2025) – Johannesburg’s very own Caleb Swart proved his exceptional striking skills and mental focus at the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) African Championships in Luanda, Angola, and it was a gold-certified performance! The prestigious event held...
Hero Dog Jessie's Poolside Rescue Still Melting Hearts Years Later!

1 day ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

You may remember Jessie, the brave Staffie who saved her smaller Toy Pomeranian companion from a family swimming pool? Years later, footage of her heroic act has resurfaced and gone viral on The Dodo!Johannesburg, South Africa (13 May 2025) – Back in 2021, something truly soul-stirring took place in the backyard of a Johannesburg couple’s home.
Programme Teaches Preschoolers Business Skills Using Recycled Treasures

1 day ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

In the heart of KwaZulu-Natal, preschoolers are becoming tiny entrepreneurs and eco-warriors thanks to an innovative programme led by former principal Scilla Edmonds. Durban, South Africa (13 May 2025) – With decades of experience in pre-school education, former principal Scilla Edmonds has found creative and innovative ways to enrich young minds.
High Schoolers Celebrated Afrikaans Turning 100 With Epic Breaktime Party

1 day ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

The Afrikaans language may have quietly marked turning 100 years old, but the learners of Victoria Girls’ High School didn’t hold back celebrations as they danced and brought all the good vibes to the school quad. Grahamstown, South Africa (13 May 2025) – Did you know that Afrikaans turned 100 years old recently?
Reach For A Dream Celebrates Over 800 Nurses This International Nurses Day

2 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Tyler Leigh Vivier

Reach For A Dream paid tribute to 800 nurses for their compassion and care in helping fulfil children’s dreams. South Africa (12 May 2025) – Each year on 12 May, the world pauses to honour the heroes in scrubs, and this International Nurses Day, Reach For A Dream is proudly celebrating over 800 nurses across South Africa who go above and beyond to bring joy, hope, and a touch of magic to children living with life-threatening illnesses.
Cape Town Surfers Surf 100 Waves, Raise Over R100K!

2 days ago | goodthingsguy.com | Nothando Mthembu

The sunny shores of Strandfontein Pavilion buzzed with excitement as surfers caught 100 waves to support at-risk youth. Cape Town, South Africa (12 May 2025) – The sands of Strandfontein Pavilion came alive with energy, excitement, and epic surf as the 9Miles Project hosted its first-ever 100Wave Challenge on Saturday, 3 May. The main event was all about getting surfers to commit to each catching 100 waves in one day to raise funds for marginalised youth in coastal communities.
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.