Exciting news for two remote farming communities near Phalaborwa!

Limpopo, South Africa (07 April 2026) – The African Conservation Trust (ACT) has helped install a cold room and solar power system at Gingirikani and Rixaka cooperatives in Phalakubeni village. This is a game-changer for local food growers to keep veggies fresh, reduce waste, and open doors to bigger markets.

Before the new cold room, farmers had to sell their vegetables on the very same day they picked them, because in the scorching summer heat, produce spoiled within hours. Now, they can harvest over several days and keep everything fresh until they have enough to make a big trip to market.

“We took our harvest to the market three times a week, and now we store it until we get enough produce. We don’t have waste or rotten stuff, and it’s improved our daily life.” says Vincent Mabunda, Coordinator at Gingirikani Cooperative.

At Gingirikani cooperative, a large insulated cold room was fitted inside a 6-metre shipping container, powered by a 6kW solar system. At Rixaka cooperative, a solar-powered borehole pump and drip irrigation system were installed. Together, the two cooperatives now farm five hectares of land with a full crop plan, growing seasonal veggies in large quantities.

The cooperatives are located near the Kruger National Park, quite far from big city markets. To bridge this gap, a refrigerated vehicle is being provided to transport crops, allowing farmers from both cooperatives to fill any weekly vegetable order and sell their fresh produce all the way to Johannesburg!

Making this happen took a team effort from several organisations, including ACT, Kruger to Canyons Non-Profit Company (K2C), and The African Stove Company (TASC), with financial support from K2C and TASC, enabling the installations.

Growing food in this region is not an easy task; farmers overcome many obstacles.

“Farmers face multiple food production challenges. Outward migration sees skilled workers leave for urban areas; many residents experience sustained unemployment, causing personal food insecurity; and small-scale farmers contend with drought, land degradation, and inadequate infrastructure.” says Carl Grossmann, Chairman of ACT.

On top of these hurdles, elephants from the nearby Kruger sometimes raid the gardens! Elephants Alive has stepped in with creative solutions like beehives to deter the ellies, along with chilli-based repellants, solar flashing lights, and metal strip fences. Watch towers have also been built at Gingirikani, which double as storerooms and honey harvesting stations.

More than 40 community volunteers work in the gardens and receive a stipend through the Social Employment Fund (SEF). Research shows that each SEF participant supports about six more people in their immediate family, meaning the ripple effect is major.

“Our families are thriving because more than 40 people volunteer in the gardens and receive a SEF stipend.” says Vincent.

Produce from the gardens is used in three impactful ways. The farmers eat it themselves, sell it to boost their income, or donate the surplus to vulnerable community members.

Sources: Project Africa.

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Navigating an Autism diagnosis can feel like a lonely journey, but our reigning Miss SA, Qhawekazi Mazaleni, is using her platform to ensure families don’t have to walk it alone.

Johannesburg, South Africa (07 April 2026) – April is Autism Acceptance Month. It is a month dedicated to celebrating neurodiversity, understanding the strengths and honouring the challenges faced by those on the spectrum.

Having received numerous messages from families seeking guidance on how to access support for their children, our reigning Miss South Africa, Qhawekazi Mazaleni, is using her platform to help others navigate Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Far more than just a pageant queen who wears our national crown, Qhawekazi is also a qualified speech therapist, educational activist and a self-published children’s author and a Master’s student in speech pathology, specialising her research in the field of autism.

“What I love most about this month is that the name has been changed from ‘Autism Awareness Month’ to ‘Autism Acceptance Month’, which moves towards genuine acceptance and support for autistic children and adults,” Qhawekazi shares in a recent post.

She recognises that our country still has a very long way to go in terms of ASD information availability, partially because of cultural differences, which result in taboos.

“So many children remain isolated or undiagnosed because their behaviour is viewed as difficult due to misinformation. I want to use this community to make a difference where we can.”

Qhawekazi will now be using her social media platforms to launch a four-part series covering how to get an autism diagnosis, getting support systems like speech or occupational therapy, communication tips and advice on how to navigate the public schooling system for children who are diagnosed with autism.

 

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She’s also open to answering further questions on the topic, inviting her followers to respond with their questions in the comments section or DMing her.

“I will try to include the answers in each of the videos that I make. If I personally can’t answer it, I will make sure to either do research or try to get in contact with a clinician. Please let me know any specific information you might want to know as well. There is no one-size approach to supporting neurodiverse children, but I really hope this series will help a family navigating their journey.”

Beyond the crown lies a heart dedicated to every child’s voice. Her post has received love and earned respect from her online audience and, more touching, brought hope to those navigating a widely misunderstood journey.

As Qhawekazi puts it, one of the best ways to make information available is to start the conversation. We applaud her for using her platform for such a remarkable source of help and a force for good.

Sources: Qhawekazi Mazaleni

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Sello, who carried his injured dog 15km to save her life, now has some stability, and Option is bouncing around happily on three legs!

Free State, South Africa (7 April 2026) – Their story showed us all what love between a man and his best friend looks like. In October last year, Sello walked 15 kilometres, with Option wrapped up in his arms, to meet the team from Virginia SPCA on the road outside Odendaalsrus.

Option had been struck by a speeding car. With his last few rand spent on airtime, Sello made the call to save her. After being turned away by other shelters and organisations who had no capacity to help, the Virginia SPCA finally answered. They met him on the road, and took Option in.

The story blew up across South Africa. Support and donations poured in. Weeks later, Sello visited Option at the SPCA with tears in his eyes. That reunion moved thousands more. We were all crying snot en trane.

It’s almost six months since that moment happened. This week, the SPCA shared that Sello and his beloved Option paid them a visit, and they’re doing well. The picture (and video in the comments section linked here) are everything.

Option has made a full recovery. She lost a leg in the accident, but this little three-legged doggie doesn’t seem to have gotten the memo that life is supposed to be harder. She’s doing just fine. Sello is doing well, too. A previous update shared that he is employed through to the end of May – stability makes all the difference for a man who gives everything he has to the ones he loves.

The Virginia SPCA playfully asked the public to guess who the two mystery guests in their post were. Hundreds of people, who never forgot their names or their story, flooded in with warmth and recognition.

“We could never forget Sello and little Option.”

“Two champions!”

“Brave Option with his hero Sello.”

“Sello and Option attached by special love chain”

“Even Hollywood could not dream up such an incredible story of love, resilience and compassion.”

Sources: Linked above.

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In just under a year, Charity Crowdfund NPC has turned thousands of loaves and lunches into a lifetime of hope, nourishing over 28,000 lives through the simple power of community action!

Johannesburg, South Africa (07 April 2026) – Over 1,500 lunches delivered, over 4,000 cooked and over 14,500 loaves of bread distributed. These numbers reflect only a glimpse of the incredible impact Charity Crowdfund NPC has made in less than a year.

Launched in September 2025, Charity Crowdfund has touched the lives of more than 28,000 people by providing weekly distributions of fresh bread, nourishing meals, clean water, and wholesome school lunches in Johannesburg.

The organisation is inclusive and open to all. It operates sincerely in the spirit of giving, where every rand donated is accounted for, ensuring that generosity touches those who need it most.

Charity Crowdfund is a registered South African non-profit organisation governed by a board of professionals and is dedicated to practical, consistent community support through consistent giving.

 

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Active Projects

Weekly Bread Distribution  

Every week, Charity Crowdfund distributes fresh bread to families in need, with a target of 50,000 loaves before the end of 2026. Distributions are tracked publicly, week by week, on the charity’s website.

Waterwell Project

At R16,500 per well, the charity funds water wells in communities without access to clean water. a lasting, generational impact. Seven wells have been completed, with more underway.

Winter Blanket Project

With South Africa’s winter months approaching, Charity Crowdfund is collecting donations to distribute warm blankets to those in need. Forty-five blankets have already been distributed in the first week of the campaign.

Technology Driven

Charity Crowdfund is not just a charity. It is a technology-first organisation that uses modern infrastructure to make giving as easy and transparent as possible.

Effortless Donations

Donating takes seconds. The platform supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, instant EFT, and card payments: all secured and encrypted. Donors can also schedule recurring weekly or monthly contributions directly from the website, with no friction and no paperwork.

This commitment to a seamless donation experience removes barriers to giving and enables more people from any background to participate consistently in community upliftment.

Technology-Powered Transparency

Every donation is tracked, and every distribution is recorded publicly. The organisation publishes a detailed, week-by-week distribution history on its website, showing exactly what was given, to whom, and when.

Donors can see the direct impact of their contributions in real time. This level of accountability, made possible by purpose-built technology, sets Charity Crowdfund apart.

There is no gap between what is collected and what is distributed. The data is always public, always current, and always verifiable.

In a country where charitable giving is often ad hoc and accountability is limited, Charity Crowdfund represents a different model rooted in professional governance, transparent weekly reporting, and a commitment to sustained, measurable impact, which directly brings hope and comfort to communities every week.

To get in touch or for more information, email info@charity-crowdfund.co.za or visit the Charity Crowdfund website.

Sources: Charity Crowdfund NPC

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Turning green into gold, entries to this year’s Eco-Logic Awards have opened.

South Africa (07 April 2026) – Heads up to all eco-innovators, sustainability champions and earth-kind heroes across South Africa – the Eco-Logic Awards 2026 are officially open for entries!

Now in their 15th year, the Eco-Logic Awards are South Africa’s most loved celebration of the people, projects and businesses finding smarter, kinder and better ways to look after our planet. From water-saving technologies to circular fashion and community-driven conservation, these awards exist to find the change-makers and make sure their work gets the spotlight it deserves.

Africa’s social impact economy is currently worth an estimated $96 billion annually and supports around 12 million jobs, with South Africans playing a huge role in driving that forward. Every innovative solution, every community project, every eco-conscious business is part of something far bigger.

Last year, Pure Flow Amanzi took silver for a gravity-fed water filtration system, bringing clean, safe drinking water to rural communities. Up-Cycled Cloth Collective took gold for transforming discarded textiles into fashion that people love. More on that here.

Backed over the years by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment and a host of leading corporate partners, the awards recognise Gold, Silver and Bronze winners across 12 categories including Climate Change, Water Conservation, Circular Economy and Waste Innovation, Eco-Fashion and Lifestyle, Eco-Innovation, and Eco-Communities.

Entry is completely free and open to individuals, organisations, businesses and community groups. Submissions close at the end of June 2026, and this year’s celebration takes place on 5 October (World Habitat Day) at the Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town, with the brilliant Themba Robin back as MC.

If you’re doing the work, go show it off. Head here to enter or find out more.

Sources: Eco-Logic Awards.

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Steve has just done something incredible! He’s walked 300 km, from Mossel Bay to Plettenberg Bay, in his ongoing mission to raise over a million rand to help fund the studies of young students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Cape Town, South Africa (07 April 2026) – Retired Steve Murphy first had the idea after his wife Jenny counselled a young Zimbabwean girl who had lost her estranged father, and her mother just six months later. At eighteen, this left her unable to complete her matric, and with it, her future shrank in ways it shouldn’t have had to.

Thankfully, Steve and Jenny were able to help her financially. In doing so, they realised how many more young adults were navigating the same reality in South Africa. Too many capable minds are denied the chance to build careers, support their families and contribute to society, simply because they can’t afford to finish school or get into tertiary education.

“We could help the young lady financially but we also realised there were many others in this predicament and thought we would try ‘something’ like a walk!” Steve tells us.

That’s how it began. He mapped out a 300-kilometre route from bay to bay, a growing BackaBuddy campaign in tow, with an initial goal of one million rand, enough to cover student fees for at least a handful of young South Africans who needed a hand.

Steve started out knowing his efforts wouldn’t solve the national unemployment crisis, but was equally convinced that hope, placed in capable hands, leads somewhere worth going.

“I am not really trying to ‘eat the elephant’ – I think, if we give young people skills we create hope and they are resourceful enough to find their own way. Build a solid base (that is an entity which is credible, authentic and real) and which others are happy to support, and the rest will follow. Empowered people do things that assist others.”

A call for sponsorship went out to his network, and Steve set off step by step. Over two weeks, he crossed the Garden Route to Storms River and back to Plettenberg Bay. He covered 300 km, averaging around 20 kilometres a day. It’s no small feat for anyone, let alone a champ of 74!

The road made space for all kinds of thoughts, but perhaps the greatest realisation was that making a difference can be as straightforward as putting one foot in front of the other for a worthy cause.

“I am a person of faith, so I did wonder if in my latter years I might still be fruitful. I also was encouraged to reach out to others with so little when I had so much. I was profoundly moved by the courtesy, kindness and respect from fellow pedestrians. I wondered if I lived in the same country as our parliamentarians and much of the media. I do not want to diminish the pain of those who have suffered violence and loss, but whilst that was a concern of mine, my lived experience was very different. So my thoughts have turned to registering a PBO and doing this ‘full time’ going forward.”

Along the way, Steve and his network raised R226,792. And then came a pledge that blew his original goal out of the water.

“The support I’ve received has been amazing, outstanding and humbling. I also received a pledge from the Graduate Institute of Financial Sciences of R1 million in educational bursaries for 2026!”

Around ten applicants have already reached out for help. The R1.25 million raised so far will get their studies off the ground, but the goal has grown, and so has Steve’s appetite for it. He’s already planning the next one.

“Now that I’ve reached the end of the journey, I feel on top of the world, grateful for a body that is still resilient, and ready to do more – I’m motivated for next year’s effort!”

Ultimately, choosing to give might just be the most rewarding thing a person can do with their time on earth.

“So much of western lifestyle is about getting, keeping, having. Jesus taught that giving is more blessed. It brings more contentment and satisfaction than getting. This exercise has confirmed for me that truth! So here is to trying to give a little more each day!”

Steve’s campaign is still running. If you’d like to support his cause, follow this link.

Sources: GTG Interview.

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KwaZulu-Natal’s netball star brings her sharp shooting and Baby Protea talent to Malaysia in a professional netball league.

Kokstad, South Africa (07 April 2026) – From the courts of Kokstad to the international stage, Mbali Diphoko is taking her talent global.

The rising netball star from KwaZulu-Natal has secured an exciting move to Malaysia, where she’ll be turning out for the Selangor Angels in a professional league stint that marks another big step in her journey.

Hailing from the Harry Gwala District, Mbali has built a reputation as a calm and clinical shooter, known for delivering when it matters most. Whether it’s her accuracy, confidence under pressure, or natural flair on court, she’s become one of the standout young talents coming through South African netball.

This opportunity may be a short-term stint, but it speaks volumes about just how far her game has come. It’s also a proud moment for KwaZulu-Natal netball.

In the past, Mbali has shared that her playbook for success is built on hard work, resilience, and self-belief. She emphasises the importance of putting in the time to improve your skills, persevering through tough times, and trusting in your abilities to achieve your dreams. From her roots in Shayamoya to representing South Africa on the international stage, Mbali continues to inspire young netballers across the country.

As a Baby Protea shooter, Mbali has already shown glimpses of her potential, and now she carries that same promise onto an international platform. Now it’s all about representing where she comes from and inspiring others who dream of following a similar path.

For KZN Netball, this is a celebration of one of their own.

Sources: KZN Netball Super League

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A quick-thinking surfer launched her board and paddled straight into the swell to reach a young man whose Sunday swim turned into a life-threatening situation at Clifton 2nd Beach over the weekend.

Cape Town, South Africa (07 April 2026) – When a young man was spotted struggling and in distress at Clifton 2nd Beach on Sunday morning, a female surfer hurried to help.

According to eyewitnesses, the surfer had launched her surfboard to reach the man’s aid. It appears he had gone for a swim when he encountered difficulties in the water. The NSRI Bakoven duty crew and CoCT (City of Cape Town) water rescue network were activated after an eyewitness reported to the NSRI Emergency Operations Centre.

Upon arrival, the NSRI crew discovered the surfer bringing the man to shore on her surfboard, with local community members assisting him as she reached the beach.

The man, aged 23 and from Angola, was medically stabilised by a doctor who, by a stroke of good luck, happened to be at the beach. He provided medical assistance before being shortly joined by CSO paramedics. Paramedics, law enforcement officers, and Clifton Surf Lifesaving lifeguards helped carry him up the Clifton stairs, where he was transported to the hospital by EMS ambulance in a stable condition.

The man is expected to make a full recovery. The anonymous Good Samaritan surfer is praised for rescuing him from the water, saving his life. A huge shoutout also goes out to the eyewitness who raised the alarm, the doctor who provided assistance, and the quick response by everyone involved.

Sources: NSRI

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The Fieldshill Water Athletic Club brought together runners, walkers, and families to collectively cover over 43,000km, with participants of all ages contributing to a global-distance milestone.

Chatsworth, South Africa (07 April 2026) – You don’t need a passport to go around the world. Sometimes, all it takes is a pair of running shoes and a community that shows up.

Fieldshill Water Athletic Club (FWAC) proved with their incredible “Around the World” Club Challenge, turning everyday runs and walks into a global journey. All from the heart of Umhlatuzana in Chatsworth.

The goal is to cover 40,000 kilometres ( distance around the earth) in just 12 months. By the end of March 2026, two months ahead of schedule, the team had already clocked an incredible 43,548 kilometres. And the best part? This wasn’t about elite athletes chasing records. It was powered by everyday people, the parents, grandparents, youngsters and friends.

Behind the scenes, the energy never dropped. A buzzing WhatsApp group became the heartbeat of the challenge, filled with encouragement, progress updates, and those well-earned sweaty selfies. Whether it was early mornings or rainy afternoons, there was always someone cheering the next person on. For the club’s leadership, the challenge was inspired by large-scale global initiatives; they wanted to bring that same sense of ambition and excitement to their own community.

Along the way, people built routines, pushed through tough days, and discovered a new level of discipline. Fitness improved, confidence grew, and what started as a challenge turned into a lifestyle. Even more special was how families and friendships strengthened, proving that moving together brings people closer.

Now, as the journey reaches its final stretch, the club is preparing to celebrate every single contribution. Each participant will be recognised for being part of something truly special.

And in the end, Fieldshill Water Athletic Club didn’t just go around the world. They brought their entire community along for the journey.

Sources: Supplied 

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Albert’s message was about spreading peace and hope through harmony. A legacy he built for fifty-five years, in his time with Ladysmith Black Mambazo.

South Africa (07 April 2026) – A legend has fallen. On Easter Sunday, Albert Mazibuko ended his Earthly watch at 77-years-old. The South African music icon had, for more than five decades, spread messages of peace and hope, his greatest gift to the world.

Albert first joined Ladysmith Black Mambazo in the year of its inception in 1969, when founding member Joseph Shabalala began recruiting his friends in a mission to breathe life into a vision that had first appeared to him in a dream.

That dream was brought into the world with the group’s formation. For fifty-five years, Mazibuko made a meaningful impact in South Africa and beyond alongside his friends turned brothers, through harmony and dance.

The group, as most South Africans will know, is a peaceful warrior of social justice and culture. Through music, they’ve inspired thousands, including the greats. Nelson Mandela said that the harmonies of Ladysmith Black Mambazo were his strength and inspiration while he was held captive.

When Joseph retired from the group in 2014, Albert became the wise elder of the group.

“Albert was a saint. He was kind to a fault. He loved traveling the world, spreading the mission and music of Ladysmith Black Mambazo. He never tired of talking about the group’s history and its desire to spread ‘Peace, Love and Harmony’ everywhere people had ears to listen.” Ladysmith Black Mambazo shares.

In a documentary made about the group more than a decade ago, Albert shared insight into what drove his passion for music. It was about awakening peace and love within others and sharing hope with the world.

“To have peace, we need peace inside us. To have peace inside us, we need to have each other.” he said.

Mazibuko said that their voices had joined to spread the hope of tomorrow and to heal the present. Singing was a tradition he held close to his heart, a vessel strong enough to carry these powerful messages all around the world.

“To sing is always a tradition where I’m from. Singing for love, peace and harmony”

Below is a snippet from the documentary we mentioned earlier. In it, Albert’s gentle, loving and kind spirit shines through. It honours the legacy and hope he now so gracefully leaves behind. If you’ve been feeling low, allow Albert’s memory and his message to spark something greater in you.

Sources: Linked above.

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