Welcome to The Love Archive
A collection of real South African love stories, curated as part of Sterns’ 130 Years of Love & Legacy celebration.
From wedding journeys and enduring marriages to stories of friendship, family and belonging, every submission helps build a lasting record of the people and relationships that matter most.
Here's how to enter.
Every love story deserves to be celebrated. Share yours for a chance to win one of three monthly Sterns vouchers:
- 1st Prize: R5 000
- 2nd Prize: R2 500
- 3rd Prize: R1 000
Step 1: What type of love story are you sharing?
- Romantic
- Family
- Friendship
- Other
Step 2: Your Love Story
Tell us about someone who changed your life, stood by you, shaped who you are, or taught you what love really means.
The more personal and authentic, the better.
Step 3: Upload a photo
Step 4: Submit Entry & stand a chance to WIN!
130 Years of Love. Countless Stories to Tell.
Every month, we celebrate remarkable stories of love from across South Africa. These are the winning stories that moved us most.
Rethabile & Dad
"My dad shaped how I view love and time... Because of him I know love and the importance of time and I will never take either for granted.”
2nd & 3rd PLACES
More Winning Love Stories
Ludwe & Hlompho
“I asked to borrow a putty rubber I didn’t need... Two families, two languages, one taxi rank, and years of bus trips between Kimberley and East London.”
Laken & Husband
“We didn’t have a movie moment... I just hope someone finds this and knows: real love isn’t fireworks. It’s choosing each other on the ordinary Tuesdays.”
Featured Love Stories
Nazarene & Husband
“My girlfriend bet me that I couldn't get this handsome guy at work to notice me and ask for his number... Twenty-one years later, we're still together, stronger than ever, and have been blessed with two beautiful daughters.”
Siphokazi & Best friend
“This friendship has taught me that love isn’t only spoken it’s shown through kindness, patience, and simply choosing to stay... If I could choose one treasure to keep for the rest of my life, it would be this friendship.
Livonia & Fiancé
“Our story is the definition of never give up... It took us 20 years, for just a proper face to face, but we both had lessons to learn, so that when we did get together, we knew how to love each other.”
Nazarene & Husband
“My girlfriend bet me that I couldn't get this handsome guy at work to notice me and ask for his number... Twenty-one years later, we're still together, stronger than ever, and have been blessed with two beautiful daughters.”
Siphokazi & Best friend
“This friendship has taught me that love isn’t only spoken it’s shown through kindness, patience, and simply choosing to stay... If I could choose one treasure to keep for the rest of my life, it would be this friendship.
Livonia & Fiancé
“Our story is the definition of never give up... It took us 20 years, for just a proper face to face, but we both had lessons to learn, so that when we did get together, we knew how to love each other.”
Love, in all its forms
Whether it’s romantic, familial or friendship, share a story that matters and stand a chance to win a monthly Sterns prize.
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