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.
Featured Love Stories
Jean & Sarah
A lifetime of love, one generation to the next. From bedtime stories to life’s biggest milestones, their relationship is a testament to the enduring power of family.
Kemi & Tunde
When life brought them together later than expected, neither was looking for forever. What they found was a love built on wisdom, authenticity and the confidence to embrace a new beginning.
Thandi & Vumile
Neither was searching for forever, yet together they found a love defined by patience, partnership and the joy of building a future side by side. Their story is proof that some of life’s greatest gifts arrive when you least expect them.
Jean & Sarah
A lifetime of love, one generation to the next. From bedtime stories to life’s biggest milestones, their relationship is a testament to the enduring power of family.
Kemi & Tunde
When life brought them together later than expected, neither was looking for forever. What they found was a love built on wisdom, authenticity and the confidence to embrace a new beginning.
Thandi & Vumile
Neither was searching for forever, yet together they found a love defined by patience, partnership and the joy of building a future side by side. Their story is proof that some of life’s greatest gifts arrive when you least expect them.
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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