SPAR hero of the week

SPCA Hero Cycle 1600kms; Raising Funds for the Forgotten!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyApril 9, 2024April 12, 2024 445 0

SPCA Hero Sarah Van Heerden is tough as nails. So tough, she’s willing to cycle 1600kms and 24,000 metres of climbing for the animals whose tragedies she helps turn into…

Olebogeng Embarks on 1600km Journey Through Western Cape for Disadvantaged Preschoolers

by Zane Groenewald@goodthingsguy April 4, 2024April 5, 2024 404 0

Olebogeng is embarking on a mission across the Western Cape (1600kms far and wide) all to give disadvantaged preschoolers education packs!   South Africa (04 April 2024) — Olebogeng Kgengwe…

Community Clean-Up Initiative Removes 4.5 Million Kilograms of Trash From River!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMarch 27, 2024October 14, 2024 976 0

Hennops Revival, founded by Tarryn Johnston, has successfully removed 4.5 million kilograms of trash from the Hennops River in just four years, showcasing the power of community action and environmental…

Carol the Hero Risked Being Arrested to Save 3 Dogs!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 18, 2024March 22, 2024 1,694 0

When Carol heard a puppy’s cry from outside as harsh rain poured down, she found herself at the intersection of heroic actions (and even faced arrest at one point). Thanks…

Grade 3 Pupil Pulls Friend From Burning Taxi, Becoming a School Hero!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvMarch 13, 2024April 3, 2024 729 0

A hero has emerged at Springhaven Primary School where a grade 3 pupil helped pull a friend from a burning taxi, saving his life.   Pietermaritzburg, South Africa (13 March…

How Determined Hester Made Sure Chris Wouldn’t Have to Call the Streets Home

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyMarch 4, 2024March 22, 2024 1,749 0

In a heartwarming tale of kindness and community, Hester Hoffmann went above and beyond to make sure that a man, new to the streets, wouldn’t have to call them home…

Dolly Hlongwane – Hero Leads Community Cleanup in Joburg CBD

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 26, 2024March 1, 2024 968 0

Dolly Hlongwane is mobilising Joburg CBD residents in honour of the late Phillip Krinsky, sparking a community cleanup drive!   Johannesburg, South Africa (26 February 2024) – In the heart…

Superhero Masks: Empowering Children in Cancer Treatment

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeFebruary 20, 2024September 2, 2024 817 0

Discover how painted superhero masks are transforming the cancer treatment experience for children, instilling courage and resilience in the face of adversity.   South Africa (20 February 2024) – Over…

Watch: Stuck Seagull Rescued by Brave Climber!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyFebruary 12, 2024September 2, 2024 2,100 0

A seagull stuck in an unfortunate situation at the top of a 20m lamppost was rescued thanks to an everyday hero who obviously isn’t afraid of heights and bravely went…

A Future Brighter Than Streetlights: Hope Arrives for Ambitious Siya

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyFebruary 5, 2024March 22, 2024 1,804 0

After a police officer encountered homeless Siyabonga, he knew the ambitious young man had a future far brighter than the streetlights and became determined to help him get back on…