BackaBuddy waives platform fees on all campaigns. BackaBuddy now charges 0% platform fees, sending more funds directly to causes. Since June 2025, over R12 million extra has reached campaigners, with R157 million raised in the past year. Charities say the change boosts trust

In Loving Memory of Maria: R13,920 Raised to Support Her Family. Following the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Maria, a beloved member of the Breathe Barre community, 13 generous donors have come together to raise R13,920 — 139% of the R10,000 goal. This support stands as a

Goku’s Fight for Life: R20,000 Raised in Record Time to Save Puppy with Parvo. Thanks to the incredible kindness of 10 donors, Goku’s emergency vet fund has reached 100% of its R20,000 goal! Diagnosed with the deadly Parvo virus, this brave pup is still fighting — and now has a

Fighting for His Future: Over R29K Raised for Young Kaisyn’s Medical Care. Five-year-old Kaisyn is bravely battling a rare immune deficiency and a serious liver disease, requiring weekly treatments and constant medical care. With medical aid covering only part of the costs,

Over R238K Raised to Help Table View Primary School Choir Compete in Pretoria! Over 110 young voices from Table View Primary School in Cape Town are fundraising to compete in the ATKV Applous National Choir Finals in Pretoria from July 30 to August 2. Singing in four

More funds. More impact. Zero platform fees! For the first time ever, all BackaBuddy campaign creators — from individuals to major charities — can raise funds without paying any platform fees. Whether you're crowdfunding for medical costs, tuition fees, disaster recovery, or a

Over R53K Raised for Deon Swart’s Fight Against Terminal Brain Cancer. Alberton’s Deon Swart is bravely fighting terminal brain cancer. A crowdfunding campaign has so far raised R53,646 — 27% of the R200,000 goal — from 17 donors. Despite having medical aid, many essential

116 Donors Rally to Support 9-Year-Old Amogelang’s Fight Against Cancer. In just 11 days, 116 unique donors have rallied together to raise R36,120 towards a R250,000 goal to help 9-year-old Amogelang Kgobe Matloga, who is bravely battling a relapse of Acute Myeloid Leukemia

0% Fees at BackaBuddy Crowdfunding Powers Millions in Donations Across Africa BackaBuddy has introduced 0% platform fees as of June 2025, allowing every rand raised to go directly to fundraisers. This change has already added over R12 million in extra support for causes across

@BackaBuddy was proudly featured in a recent article by Social TV, highlighting our new 0% platform fees that are helping South Africans raise more for causes that matter. The story, which was even spotted on a TV screen at the airport this past weekend, celebrates how our

Starting a crowdfunding campaign? Here’s your first 14 days — simplified. A step-by-step guide from BackaBuddy to help you grow, connect, and succeed: 🔗 news.backabuddy.co.za/2025/07/08/you… #Crowdfunding #BackaBuddy #FundraisingTips #SouthAfrica

CDR Raises R13K in 5 Days to Keep Senior Dogs in the Arms of Elderly Companions. Cape Dachshund Rescue has already raised 33% of their R40,000 goal to support 92 senior dogs in loving homes with elderly humans. Through their Frosty Face Foster programme, senior citizens enjoy

Donor Appreciation: In just 3 days, over R30 000 was raised for 6-year-old Carley—surpassing the R24 000 target—thanks to the generosity of only 6 donors, including an anonymous donor who gave R22 000! This life-changing support brings hope and healing to Carley and her autistic