Life hasn’t always been easy for Chantal Groenewald. At just three years old, she was removed from her home and placed in Paul Kruger Children’s Home – a place of safety where she spent most of her childhood.

Instead of letting her circumstances define her, Chantal grew into a bright, bubbly and determined young woman who focused on building a better future for herself.

She worked hard at school, matriculated in 2025 with good results and has already started chasing opportunities to further her studies.

Just as her next chapter was starting, a persistent pain in her right foot slowed her down - turning everyday movement into a struggle. After medical consultations and scans, doctors confirmed that she needed a complex knee surgery, which includes a meniscus repair and ligament reconstruction in her right knee to prevent long-term damage and restore her mobility.

Without surgery, the pain wouldn’t just linger – it would follow her into every part of her life, making studying, working and simply moving through the world harder than it should ever be for a 19-year-old.

Through funds raised during LottoStar’s Santa’s Stash competition on Jacaranda FM, in support of Good Morning Angels, R80,375 will be going towards covering Chantal’s medical expenses and specialised aftercare that she needs to recover fully.

The procedure requires 2 hours in theatre and 3-4 nights in a normal ward, with specialised rehabilitation to get her back on her feet, and now, she doesn’t have to face it all alone.

Thanks to LottoStar and Good Morning Angels, Chantal’s new chapter is no longer on hold.

LottoStar – charity is our privilege, not an obligation.

LottoStar Supports a Pain-Free Future

LottoStar is proud to fund critical shoulder surgeries for two patients through Jacaranda FM’s Good Morning Angels (GMA), helping to restore mobility, relieve pain and improve quality of life.

Both 27-year-old Elshe Landman and 56-year-old Matthys Myburgh require a right shoulder arthroscopy and rotator cuff repair, a specialised surgical procedure used to treat painful shoulder conditions that significantly limit daily movement and function. These include rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement and acromioclavicular joint degenerative disease – conditions that can make even simple tasks like lifting, driving or sleeping uncomfortable.

Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical method that allows surgeons to diagnose and treat damage within the shoulder joint using specialised instruments. While highly effective, the procedure requires expert care and dedicated theatre time. Both Elshe and Matthys will need approximately two hours of theatre time, with the total cost of both procedures estimated at R66,482.

For patients like Elshe and Matthys, access to this surgery means more than medical treatment – it represents the opportunity to return to work, regain independence, and live without constant pain.

funds raised through Good Morning Angels, we will be contributing a total of R66,482 toward these life-changing procedures. This contribution ensures that both patients can receive the care they need without further financial strain.

Good Morning Angels continues to be a powerful platform for mobilising support where it matters most, and LottoStar is honoured to play a role in turning compassion into action.

We wish Elshe and Matthys a smooth procedure and a speedy recovery as they take this important step toward healing.

LottoStar Funds Life-Saving Surgeries

Following the success of the Woza Win campaign with 

 Safe Water Initiative is now in its most important phase.

families supported so far (filters distributed + WASH education)

Implementation is now underway in rural KwaZulu-Natal.

In December, iThemba Kuluntu travelled to Pietermaritzburg to train Gift of the Givers teams on the PureFlow Amanzi bucket water filtration system, alongside a Safe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) education programme designed for rural communities.

During the week-long rollout, water filter systems were distributed and WASH education delivered to more than 300 families across multiple rural communities — helping households use the system correctly and reduce the risk of waterborne illness.

What began as a radio competition is now delivering real impact — with safe water flowing where it’s needed most.

From Competition to Clean Water

 launched a five-year In-School Breakfast Programme in the Hazyview district of Mpumalanga, with one clear purpose: to nourish young learners so they can learn, grow, and thrive.

Now at the halfway mark, the programme continues to create meaningful change for learners and the wider school community.

In 2024, an independent research study by the Food Evolution Research Laboratory at the University of Johannesburg assessed the programme’s early impact across eight participating schools. The findings confirmed improved learner concentration, energy levels, and overall wellbeing over time. Teachers also reported greater alertness and improved classroom participation — showing the value of a nutritious start to the day.

Beyond nutrition, the programme has also supported community upliftment. To date, 45 local community members have received accredited training and employment as Food Handlers and Food Monitors, with several going on to secure permanent jobs or further their studies.

With two years still ahead, we remain committed to deepening our impact and helping every child reach their full potential.

Three Years of Impact

Week after week, some of South Africa’s most beloved celebrities stepped up to the podium to take on the Banker on Season 2 of

 — and they didn’t just play for the thrill of it. They played for purpose.

This season, their courage and big energy turned into real impact for two incredible charities.

, helping children living with limb differences get the prosthetic support they need to walk, run and take on life with confidence.

, strengthening their programmes that help people rebuild their lives out of homelessness through recovery support, skills and long-term independence.

What made this season special wasn’t just the suspense, it was seeing how every brave choice on screen created a moment of possibility off screen.
A little fun. A little tension. And a whole lot of heart.

Season 2 didn’t just entertain
Watch this space for the next two new charities and the contestants who will be playing for them this year

A Season of Surprises and Impact

In a quiet suburb of Alberton, one home has become a haven of hope. Behind its doors, Lynn Tyack, founder of 

, has opened her heart and home to children in desperate need of care, stability, and love.

Since 2013, Lynn’s home has been a place of safety for 44 abandoned and abusedchildren, each finding comfort, protection, and belonging under her care. Some stayed for a few months, others for years and a few, forever. Among them were premature twins who thrived under her care until adoption, and a little girl with Down Syndrome and a serious heart condition, whom Lynn has fostered since she was six weeks old. She currently cares for six children, with a newborn arriving in January 2026.

Lynn’s journey is one of resilience, compassion, and faith. After losing her mother in 2013, she’s dedicated her life to creating a safe space for children who had nowhere else to go. “This calling fuelled my soul,” she says. “It gave me a sense of purpose and belonging where I had once felt emptiness.”

Every day brings challenges from meeting the emotional needs to ensuring they receive proper medical care, nutrition, and stability. Yet Lynn continues, driven by love and the belief that every child deserves a fair start in life.

Over the past three years, The Star Foundation has been honoured to support Lynn’s mission to restore dignity, safety, and hope for children who’ve faced unimaginable circumstances, ensuring she has the essentials needed to continue her vital work.

Lynn’s story reminds us that love given freely and consistently, can truly change lives.

A Heart for Every Child

For many children, the simple joy of running, playing, or walking to school is taken for granted. But for those living with limb loss, these everyday moments can feel out of reach. Through our partnership with 

 is helping to change that reality one step, one prosthetic, one child at a time.

In the first year, our collaboration supported 12 children through access to advanced prosthetic equipment and specialised care. Each child’s prosthesis is uniquely fitted to match their lifestyle and age, empowering them to move freely and participate in life just like their peers. What began as a monthly commitment of R50,000 per child has grown into a journey of transformation — not just for the children, but for their families, too.

Now, in our second year of support (March 2025 – February 2026), our commitment has deepened, ensuring ongoing maintenance, refitting’s, and full replacements as these children grow stronger and more active. At the same time, new beneficiaries will join the programme, expanding Jumping Kids’ reach to even more communities across South Africa.

This partnership is more than an investment in mobility — it’s an investment in dignity, independence, and future potential. Each prosthetic leg represents courage, innovation, and the power of collaboration to create lasting change.

Together with Jumping Kids, we’re not only helping children walk again — we’re helping them move confidently toward the future they deserve.

Jumping Kids

Across four radio stations and four incredible charities, 

 delivered unforgettable moments, life-changing wins, and waves of impact across South Africa.

What made this campaign truly special wasn’t just the excitement on air, but the difference it created off air. From 

, listeners tuned in, played along, and showed up with heart — with every entry supporting a charity making a meaningful difference in its community, turning festive fun into tangible support and lasting hope.

Together, we raised a total of R7,547,500.

Here’s how listeners rallied behind each cause:


Gauteng listeners helped extend the reach of one of South Africa’s most loved outreach initiatives, enabling urgent relief and everyday acts of kindness for families facing unexpected challenges.


On 947, support poured in for Save Seven and their Life Pod Project — advancing life-saving intervention for organ transplants and helping expand access to more provinces across South Africa.


In KZN, listeners showed up day after day to support The Big Favour, making it possible for the programme to continue helping people through some of life’s toughest moments.


In the Western Cape, listeners supported a charity that strengthens paediatric care across the country, helping ensure children have access to the medical support they need.

Listeners won big, but South Africa won even bigger by backing causes that uplift thousands of lives.

Thank you to every player, every partner, and every charity who helped make 

Santa's Stash 2025

In every classroom, behind every smile, there’s a story one of resilience, healing, and hope. This year, in the heart of Bonnievale, those stories found new beginnings through the care and compassion made possible by our partnership with 

Where once the ratio for state social workers stood at 1:23,000, it has now improved to 1:440, thanks to the dedication of local youth trained as Care Facilitators in Mental Health First Aid — all of whom graduated this year as Social Auxiliary Workers equipped with the skills to serve the very communities they come from.

Throughout the year, learners have grown in confidence and emotional awareness, educators have received vital support, and schools have embraced the message that mental wellbeing is the foundational pre-requisite for effective learning and thriving.

Through CK’s Care Programme, new opportunities were created for young women in the community to become Care Facilitators, working alongside Care Practitioners to offer vital support to learners and educators through their twinning model.

“CK means an incredible amount to our school and community. We can’t imagine what it was like without you. Thank you for knowing what to do and stepping in when we needed you the most.” 

“The work of Community Keepers is only possible with the wholehearted buy-in and support of our partner schools and funders. Thank you to The Star Foundation for your trust, time, and care. We value this partnership deeply and celebrate what we have achieved together for the wellbeing of learners and school communities.”

As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect with deep gratitude on a year that has transformed the education journeys of over 3,000+ learners in the region. By bringing mental health support to 11 schools in the Bonnievale cluster, this year has been all about ensuring that every child now has access to a safe space and a trusted person to turn to every single day. Together, we’re building a legacy of care, dignity, and hope.

Community Keepers

LottoStar, through Good Morning Angels, funds surgery to help a TUT student heal, walk again, and regain independence. 

A Second Chance to Walk