Campaign Spotlight: Five friends are working to bring WorldPride to Cape Town in 2028, aiming to make it the first time the event is held in Africa. They hope this will send a message of love and acceptance across the continent, where LGBTQ+ rights remain a challenge. To

Donor Impact: The Period Freedom Initiative, a collaboration between Confessions.za and Mamaflo, has raised over R54,900 in less than 48 hours, reaching 92% of its R60,000 target. The initiative aims to combat period poverty by providing free sanitary products and

🚨 We need your help! 🚨 We’re a passionate NPO company and our team works remotely, but we meet up once a month and need a space that can accommodate us. We’re looking for a venue that has: ✨ Breakaway rooms for different teams and meetings ✨ Reliable WiFi Do you have a

Make An Impact: Gift of the Givers to provide urgent relief to motorists stranded on the N3 due to heavy snowfalls. Teams are delivering hot meals, blankets, and drinks to those affected, while the town hall in Estcourt serves as a relief center. Founder Imtiaz Sooliman

Get your crowdfunding campaign noticed and attract more donations! Connecting with the media can be a game-changer for expanding your reach and boosting success. Our latest blog shares a step-by-step guide to help you effectively promote your campaign to media outlets. From

Campaign Spotlight: Farzana, the heart and soul behind The Feral Carer NPC in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, has been tirelessly caring for 12 feral cat colonies, feeding and nurturing nearly 400 vulnerable cats every single day since 2015. But now, this incredible mission is at

Happy Heritage Day, South Africa! 🇿🇦 Today, we celebrate our diverse cultures, traditions, and the unity that makes us stronger together. Let’s take pride in our heritage and honor the legacy that shapes our nation’s identity. From all of us at BackaBuddy, we encourage you to

Feral Carer NPC Appeals for Donations to Save 12 Cat Colonies   Farzana, founder of The Feral Carer NPC in Vanderbijlpark, has been caring for 12 feral cat colonies, feeding nearly 400 abandoned cats daily since 2015. Now, her mission is at risk due to mounting debts of over

Tom London’s Lifeline: South Africans Unite to Fund Life-Saving Surgery Johannesburg talk show host and activist Tom London faced a life-threatening health crisis, turning to social media to expose the challenges within South Africa’s public healthcare system. After being

Today, October 29, marks World Stroke Day, a global observance aimed at raising awareness about stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. In South Africa, schools are participating in the FAST Heroes initiative, empowering young students to recognize stroke symptoms—such as

A Support Guide for Cancer Patients and Their Loved Ones Navigating life after a cancer diagnosis can be tough, but many resources are available to help. Platforms like BackaBuddy offer medical crowdfunding, while cancer buddies provide emotional support. Patients can access

Campaign Spotlight: When Thembisile M saw the Midrand fire trending on social media, she immediately took action. The fire destroyed nearly 130 apartments, leaving one woman dead and several injured. Thembisile, a local business owner, organized community relief efforts,

🌍🐾 Happy World Animal Day! 🐾🌍 At BackaBuddy, we believe in giving every animal the love and care they deserve. Today, we’re celebrating the animals that bring joy to our lives and highlighting the many campaigns on our platform dedicated to helping animals in need. From

Campaign Spotlight: The Cape Town International Kite Festival, hosted by @Cape Mental Health , celebrates its 30th year of raising awareness for mental health during October, Mental Health Awareness Month. As Africa’s oldest kite festival, the event has become a platform for

🗞️ News Story: Dinokeng Hero Suffers Severe Burns Fighting Fires, Community Rallies to Support His Recovery: goodthingsguy.com/people/dinoken… via Good Things Guy #Dinokeng

Campaign Spotlight: 18-year-old Beandri Booysen from Pretoria, one of 150 people worldwide with Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome, urgently needs open-heart surgery due to a severe heart condition. Despite her challenges, she inspires thousands on TikTok. Her family is

Homelessness in South Africa is a growing concern, impacting individuals and families across the country. BackaBuddy has created a guide to help support loved ones experiencing homelessness by offering tips on compassionate communication, understanding stigmas and causes, and

Take a moment to check in with yourself. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, let's prioritize self-care, kindness, and support for one another. Your mental health matters #BackaBuddy #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCare #Kindness #Support

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Campaign Spotlight: Two Plettenberg Bay women, Willow Mullins, general manager of Moby's Restaurant, and Kira Primo, co-owner of Dolphin Adventures, have launched a project to make the beach more accessible for people with disabilities. Inspired by witnessing the struggles of a