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30/09/2025

Cape Town will welcome Africa’s first trade show dedicated entirely to ocean sports and beach lifestyle from 28 to 30 November 2025 at CTICC 2. Surf Expo Africa brings together businesses, innovators and community organisations across the Western Cape’s blue economy. 🌊

The three-day expo provides a platform for surf schools, board shapers, tour operators, training programmes and ocean-focused startups to connect with buyers, investors and industry partners. It underscores the range of opportunities the city’s coastline supports, from skills development to small business growth.

“Cape Town’s coastline is our competitive advantage,” says co-founder Jason Cu***ng. “This expo creates a space for founders, buyers and communities to meet, collaborate and grow. It is about turning ideas into tangible outcomes for businesses and young people alike.” 🏄

Surf Expo Africa demonstrates how the city’s ocean economy can generate real impact, supporting enterprise, fostering innovation and building pathways for employment in sectors linked to the sea.🧡

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23/09/2025

The Clover Mama Afrika Trust is entering a new chapter with Rika Haasbroek as its new Manager. With over 30 years of experience in finance, sales, and creative entrepreneurship, and a lifelong passion for empowering others, Rika is bringing heart and strategy to Clover’s flagship CSI initiative. ✨

She has spent much of her career creating opportunities for others, co-founding a non-profit that supports artists through skills training and exhibitions, and even writing a book on ceramic lustre techniques to share her knowledge. 🌱

With 18 Clover Mama Afrikas running 234 income-generating projects and having transferred skills to more than 16 000 community members, the initiative has already transformed countless lives. With Rika taking the lead, the Clover Mama Afrika project will continue making a real difference in people’s lives. 🧡

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By JNPRRika Haasbroek has been named as the new Manager of the Clover Mama Afrika Trust, Clover’s cornerstone CSI initiative. Rika is no stranger to social responsibility, as co-founder of a non-profit organisation focused on empowering artists through skills development, exhibitions, and events d...

22/09/2025

The South African DreamBike 2025 is back! Pedal Project's third SA DreamBike Raffle gives South African cyclists and cycling clubs the chance to win top prizes while supporting at-risk youth through Trail Therapy, a programme that uses cycling, outdoor activities, and mentorship to provide guidance and support for young people facing challenging circumstances.🚴‍♂️

Tickets cost R300 for two, and every two tickets sold provides three hours of Trail Therapy for a young person each week. The headline prize is a Titan Cypher DC DreamBike, custom-built and race-ready, with additional prizes including a full Leatt Dream Kit and a ButtaNutt hamper.

The raffle closes on 1 November 2025 at 11:00 AM, with the draw in person and streamed live on Instagram. Your ticket directly supports youth development and gives young people access to safe, empowering cycling experiences. 🧡

Get your tickets here: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/329652-sa-dreambike-2025-full-gas/

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The Titan Racing Cypher DC Carbon Version 2 is a world-class cross-country machine — now part of our PedalForGood raffle, where every ticket helps bring resilience and healing to at-risk youth through Trail Therapy.

19/09/2025

Yesterday, 18 September 2025, a fire broke out TEARS Animal Rescue in Sunnydale, damaging several Wendy houses, wooden fencing, and parts of the kennels. Thankfully, no animals or humans were harmed, and all the dogs were treated at the onsite clinic.

TEARS Operations Manager, Mandy Store, says: "I’d like to thank the Fire Brigade, City of Cape Town Fire and Traffic Services, the tow trucks and CMR who arrived so quickly to help. We are so grateful for their rapid action that prevented further damage. Without their bravery and quick action it could have been worse."

They are asking for roof sheeting, money, dog beds, vibracrete walling, pavers, blankets, and dog kennels. Mandy Store adds: "We know this situation could have been much worse and we want to repair what was damaged with more fire-resistant material." Every donation helps give these dogs back the safe haven they deserve. 🏠🐶

Donate here: https://tears.org.za/donate 🧡

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16/09/2025

Plastic pollution is one of the greatest threats to our planet, with microplastics now found everywhere; in our oceans, in the food we eat, and even in the air we breathe. Every piece of single-use plastic we throw away contributes to this growing problem. That is why choosing compostable and biodegradable alternatives is so important. 🌿

Bonnie Bio, a Cape Town-based company, offers a range of certified compostable products designed to replace single-use plastics. Their items, from refuse bags and straws to air fryer liners, paper cups and even compostable bottles, are made from plant-based materials that naturally break down without leaving harmful residues, helping to protect both wildlife and ecosystems. 🌱

Making the switch is not only better for the environment, it also supports a more sustainable and circular economy. Small choices, like using Bonnie Bio products, can make a real difference in reducing plastic pollution and protecting the planet for future generations to come. ♻️

Take action today by visiting www.bonniebio.co.za to explore their range of eco-friendly products and make the switch to a cleaner, greener way of living. 🧡

16/09/2025

With National Recycling Day approaching on 20 September, EPR Waste Association of South Africa and ITB Plastics are demonstrating the real value of the circular economy. Together, they have donated 25 sets of desks and chairs to Isithebe Day Care Centre in KwaZulu-Natal. What makes this contribution particularly special is that the furniture is made from hard-to-recycle multi-laminate plastics, transformed by My Waste into durable, environmentally friendly classroom resources. 🌱

Early Childhood Development Centres are crucial in preparing children for formal schooling, yet many face challenges due to limited resources and infrastructure. By providing this furniture, the initiative creates a safe and conducive learning environment that supports concentration, engagement, and holistic development. 📚

Through this project, eWASA, ITB Plastics and My Waste illustrate how recycling can simultaneously reduce environmental impact and uplift communities. By turning waste into opportunity, they are giving both children and materials a second life. 🧡

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By eWASANational Recycling Day is observed annually to inspire citizens to actively participate in initiatives such as recycling drives and clean-up events across the country. In 2025, eWASA and ITB Plastics are celebrating the day differently, showcasing how the circular economy can directly benefi...

15/09/2025

Each year, around 1000 children in South Africa are diagnosed with cancer, many in under-resourced hospitals. Through its Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Programme, CANSA The Cancer Association of South Africa is providing vital support, from ports that reduce painful needle pricks, to mobility aids that restore independence, to nutrition packs that help children stay strong through treatment. 🎗️

Behind much of this impact are generous supporters like the Vlok family, who have raised more than R4.5 million through their annual Help Towards Hope fundraiser. Their commitment shows what true solidarity looks like and ensures children fighting cancer are met with dignity, comfort and care. Every contribution, whether it’s a donation, a comfort aid or your time, makes all the difference. 🧡

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By CANSA“Every child deserves the chance to fight cancer with dignity, comfort, and hope,” says Anina Meiring, Service Manager: Childhood Cancer Services at the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA). “We walk alongside families through the toughest journeys of their lives. With every devi...

11/09/2025

Home is meant to be forever. Yet far too many dogs, after years of loyalty and love, find themselves returned to shelters, bewildered, grieving, and heartbroken. They cannot understand moving house, divorce, or busy schedules. All they know is that the people they trusted are gone. For many, the loss is devastating: some refuse to eat, others cry until they are hoarse, and the progress they once made unravels within days. 🐶

The reasons behind returns are varied. Some are tragic and unavoidable illness, bereavement, severe hardship. But too often they are excuses: “We’re moving.” “She grew too big.” “He barks too much.” Others stem from a lack of preparation, or from people who wanted the cuddles but not the commitment. Each return takes an immense emotional toll on the dog, while also removing a space that could have saved another animal still waiting for rescue. 🐾

Adoption is not a trial. It is a promise, a commitment to stand by an animal who has already endured more than most of us can imagine. If challenges arise, seek help, lean on your community, reach out to organisations like TEARS Animal Rescue. Because to a dog, you are not just part of their world, you are their world. And when that world disappears, the heartbreak is almost too much to bear. 🧡

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By TEARS Animal RescueOne day you’re curled up on the couch, belly full, drifting to sleep to the sound of your person’s voice. The next thing you know, you’re back in a noisy shelter, surrounded by unfamiliar smells, wondering what you did wrong. This is the reality for too many dogs who are ...

09/09/2025

On South Africa’s roads, children are among the most vulnerable passengers, and too often their safety depends on which way their car seat is facing. As Child Passenger Safety Week approaches, safety experts are urging parents to think twice before turning their child’s seat around. 🚗👶

Research shows that rear-facing car seats are up to five times safer than forward-facing ones for babies and toddlers. Because young children have softer spines, and weaker neck muscles, forward-facing travel puts them at far greater risk in a crash. Rear-facing seats, however, absorb and spread the impact, protecting the brain, neck, and spine.

Internationally, extended rear-facing has become standard practice. In Sweden, children travel rear-facing until four years or older, contributing to one of the world’s lowest child road fatality rates. Awareness in South Africa is growing, but experts say many families still underestimate just how important those extra months and years can be. 🌍🇿🇦

The longer your child remains rear-facing, the safer they are. Before turning the seat, ask: is my child’s body truly ready, or is it just a milestone I feel I should reach?

See the full story, link in Bio: https://www.thegoodnewspaper.net/post/facing-back-to-move-forward-why-a-rear-facing-car-seat-is-the-safer-way 🧡

By Flux CommunicationsEvery year, thousands of South African children are injured or killed in road accidents, often while properly strapped in – but in the wrong kind of car seat for their age and stage of development. With Child Passenger Safety Week taking place from 21 to 27 September 2025, ex...

04/09/2025

The Pool Team has just marked a major milestone with the opening of its 60th store! To celebrate, the proudly South African company has launched its first-ever brand campaign, Just Keep Swimming, featuring actor and comedian Glen Biderman-Pam 🎉

The campaign blends humour with purpose through a six-part video series that highlights the everyday challenges of pool maintenance, while also sharing an important message about resilience, a reminder to “just keep swimming” both in life and in the water. 🌊

Beyond entertainment, The Pool Team is using this platform to raise awareness about pool safety ahead of summer, with tips and knowledge designed to help families create safer swimming environments. 🏊‍♂️

From a small family business more than 50 years ago to South Africa’s largest pool supply group today, The Pool Team continues to grow while staying true to its people-first values, its community focus, and its mission to keep South Africans swimming safely. 🧡🇿🇦

03/09/2025

In February 2026, a dedicated team of cyclists will leave Carletonville on an extraordinary 1400 kilometer journey to Cape Town. The Ride for Hope is not simply a test of endurance; it is a mission to raise funds for CANSA The Cancer Association of South Africa and to support patients, survivors, and families affected by cancer. 🚴‍♂️🎗️

The riders will spend nine days on the road before taking on the Cape Town Cycle Tour just two days later, showing resilience and commitment. Each member of the team, as well as their support crew, has been personally affected by cancer. They ride to honour loved ones, to stand with those currently undergoing treatment, and to spread hope for a future free from cancer. 🧡

Funds raised will go directly to CANSA’s life-changing work. This includes the organisation’s Care Homes, where patients and caregivers receive accommodation, nutritious meals and transport during treatment, as well as ongoing education and support programmes. 🏡🥗🚐

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By CANSAA mission-focused team of sponsored cyclists will set off from Carletonville in February 2026, determined to complete the almost 1,400-kilometre Ride for Hope tour to Cape Town. All funds raised by the riders will support the Cancer Association of South Africa’s (CANSA) life-saving work. T...

01/09/2025

Since 1941, the Carte family has cared for one of South Africa’s most cherished landscapes, the Northern Drakensberg. Guided by Bill Carte’s purposeful vision “to create beauty, enrich the land, and leave the world better than we found it,” the family has since nurtured a tradition in which hospitality and the care of the land go hand in hand. 🤝🌿

The Carte Collection brings together three distinctive properties, each offering a unique way to experience the mountains, yet all united by a respect for nature and a commitment to sustainability:

🧡 The Cavern Resort Drakensberg – A family-run haven where heritage and hospitality meet. Set among indigenous forests alive with birdsong, The Cavern invites guests to wander along forest trails, enjoy spa treatments inspired by the natural world, and share nourishing, locally sourced meals beneath the orange glow of the evening sky.

🧡 Montusi Mountain Lodge – An elegant lodge framed by uninterrupted views of the Amphitheatre escarpment. Spacious suites, evenings by the fire, and meals rooted in the local landscape provide rest and renewal. Guided walks to waterfalls and ancient rock art sites allow visitors to connect more deeply with this timeless region.

🧡 Sungubala Eco Camp – An off-grid, self-sufficient camp overlooking the Sungubala Valley. Designed to tread lightly on the land, it invites guests to embrace simplicity: days spent hiking, cycling, or swimming in clear rivers, and evenings gathered around campfires beneath the vast African sky.

Together, these three places do more than welcome visitors. They restore ecosystems, protect wildlife, conserve water, and embrace renewable energy. Every stay helps ensure that the Drakensberg’s rivers, forests, and grasslands remain unspoilt for generations to come.

Easily reached from Johannesburg and Durban, yet far removed from the pace of everyday life, the Carte Collection offers more than a holiday; it is an invitation to pause, to breathe deeply, and to rediscover the beauty of our natural world. 🌄

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By The Good NewspaperEvery day, the natural world around us offers countless small miracles, a flower unfolding its petals, a bird’s morning song, the gentle hum of a bee, a raindrop falling softly on leaves. Such moments often go unnoticed, but in places like the Northern Drakensberg, they come a...