Events

The Dis-Chem Foundation launches hydroponic garden to promote nutrition and address food insecurity

Seth Morgan, Elizabeth Morgan, Ken Fairweather, JP Brand The Dis-Chem Foundation is passionate about improving the lives of South Africans, it is therefore fitting that on the 21st anniversary of The Dis-Chem Foundation, it has launched its first hydroponic vegetable garden, marking an important step in its commitment to address nutritional needs within underserved communities

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Discovery Safe Journeys to School programme celebrates its successful expansion into Gauteng

06 November 2024: Johannesburg, South Africa – The Discovery Safe Journeys to School (DSJTS) programme, a partnership between Discovery Fund and Afrika Tikkun, has expanded into Gauteng. This expansion will cover areas in central Johannesburg including Orange Farm, Alexandra, and Diepsloot, where the need for safer school transport is high. Awarding excellence In her address

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South Africans more optimistic about the future & less concerned about race

The South African Institute of Race Relations published a report on 12/11 #WhatSACanBe: Hope, Opportunity, Unity, and Common Ground There were many findings based on a lengthy survey questionnaire. Full report here here I’m going to highlight FOUR 53% believe race relations have improved since 1994 63% have not experienced any form of racism over the

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1 Million Reasons to Be Optimistic for SAs Future

Source: HarambeeWork4Work Leaders across business and government have ambitions to create over 1 million new jobs for young South Africans by 2026. This bold commitment was made at the SA Youth Solutions Exchange 2024, on Tuesday, 29 October. Co-convened by the Project Management Office in The Presidency, Business Unity South Africa (BUSA), Youth Employment Service

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Cancer Awareness Walk by Refilwe Foundation – By Thabo Motlhabi

By Thabo Motlhabi “Cancer is a marathon-you can’t look at the finish line. You take it moment by moment, sometimes breath by breath, other times step by step.” Pelo ya Refilwe Foundation based in West Rand Township of Kagiso; recently organized a Cancer Awareness Walk with different stakeholders such as Toyota Westgate, Pick and Pay

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RULE of Law Index

Source: World Justice Project South Africa Ranks 57 out of 142 in the World Justice Project Rule of Law Index The 2024 WJP Rule of Law Index® finds rule of law fell globally for the 7th consecutive year Progress emerges in the fight against corruption South Africa’s score decreased, ranks 5 out of 34 regionally

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SPAR invites South Africans to create ‘A Christmas Like No Other’ for those in need

As the festive season approaches, The SPAR Group is calling on South Africans to help make this Christmas truly memorable for women and children in need. While many will gather with loved ones to enjoy festive feasts and summer fun, thousands of South Africans face the holiday season alone and without the comfort of a

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Joburg Theatre partners with CHOC for a Festive Season Book Drive”

This festive season, Joburg Theatre is embracing the magic of storytelling and the power of books in a heartwarming initiative inspired by the Janice Honeyman Pantomime ‘Beauty and the Beast’. This year’s production highlights not just the timeless themes of love and inner beauty, but also Belle’s passion for reading—a key element that underscores the

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South Africans welcomed in Leeds – By David Geldart

By David Geldart South African teachers, Mrs Pk Zondi and Miss Mazet Langa from Mnyakanya High School and Mrs Eunice Mchunu from Umlazi Primary School together with students Amahle Nsbande and Bayanda Gcaba from Mnyakanya recently visited Leeds as part of the Bambisanani Partnership exchange programme. Mnyakanya School established the partnership with St. Mary’s, Menston

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