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For 81 years, two friends have been sending the same birthday card back and forth. What began between two 14-year-old girls in 1944 has become a Guinness World Record attempt and a testament to lifelong friendship. "Neither one of us can remember who started it," says Pat DeReamer, now 95, of the tradition she shares with Mary Kroger, 94, that has outlasted marriages, moves, and nearly a century of life changes.
Discover how Busisiwe Mndebele transformed her life from serving meals in a university dining hall to graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies, proving that dedication and hard work can lead to remarkable success.
Uncover the surprising insights from the 2024 World Happiness Report, revealing how South Africa is making strides in global happiness despite ongoing challenges
Join us at the Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Exhibition, showcasing the 2024 winning photographs from March 12 to March 16, and honouring the legacy of a dedicated photojournalist.
"Experience the Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Exhibition at the Castle of Good Hope, featuring captivating works from emerging photojournalists from March 12 to March 16.
Cape Town's teenage robotics team Texpand shatters national records and secures back-to-back championships, earning a spot to compete against 9,000 global teams in Texas.
Jason Palmer, a 16-year-old from Port Alfred, is hailed a hero after rescuing three individuals from drowning in treacherous rip currents at East Beach.
Discover how Jorgina Heugh transformed her side hustle into a thriving business, Adore Her by G, after losing her job during the Covid-19 pandemic
Zohar Ndlazi, a homeless South African teacher in Thailand, receives life-changing support from fellow South Africans, including shelter, food, and job opportunities.
Cape Town firefighters in Mfuleni continue to showcase their dedication by delivering another baby at the fire station, proving that they go above and beyond for those in need.
The two victims had been swept about 100 meters offshore and were in difficulty in the surf zone, caught up in rip currents.
Shai Pitout, a learner from Little Flower School (LFS) in the quaint town of Ixopo is among the best matric achievers in KZN.
The Minister of Higher Education, Dr Nobuhle Nkabane hailed the results, and welcomed the Matric Class of 2024 into the world of higher education.
Ruth Kesene earned a national ranking in the top 5% in six or more subjects.
This woman managed to hold onto reeds in the middle of the raging river until rescue teams arrived.
Sergeant waited at the police station for the return of his owner, not knowing his best friend had died and was never coming back.
One of the top stories shared was of Patricia Kaiser, a 49-year-old mother of three from Paarl in Western Cape. Patricia became homeless at the age of 16, after her sister expelled her following their father's funeral.
The mother of two from Cloetesville in the Western Cape took seven years to reach her goal but she never gave up.
'At the rate our staff are going, we could very well have a junior fire crew by the end of the month. '
Professor Rubeshan Perumal's dedication to developing the next generation of clinician-scientists guarantees that his legacy of quality and innovation continues.
The event aimed to collect 3,000 packs of sanitary pads, and the goal wasn’t just met, it was surpassed. A total of 3,120 sanitary pads were donated.
Gerhard Moolman will be rowing almost 4,000kms to raise R200,000.
Participants are encouraged to wear white to make the most of the colorful fun, as well as sunglasses or goggles, sunscreen, and comfortable running or walking shoes.
The Color Run promises to be as entertaining as it is impactful. Participants can look forward to loads of fun, great prizes, food stalls, and live entertainment
Pygymy hippo Moo Deng has taken the internet by storm at only two-months-old.