SA Harvest – South Africa’s leading food rescue organisation – is launching its Virtual Food Pantry, a digital initiative designed to provide meals, restore dignity and empower communities. The campaign kicks off on GivingTuesday – 3 December – and invites everyone to play a role in creating a hunger-free South Africa. SA Harvest aims to […]
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Despite significant legal protections, gender-based violence (GBV) is a persistent, harrowing reality for many girls and women in South Africa. This month, the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) released and handed over to the government the First South African National Gender-Based Violence Study, 2022. Gathering data from both victims and perpetrators, the study provides significant
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In a groundbreaking move to combat underage drinking, AWARE.org is bringing the fight to the digital playground with the launch of Roblox: Party in Your Pocket. With nearly half (49.2%) of South African high school students having consumed alcohol, this innovative, proudly South African game is reshaping how families and teens engage with this critical
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With the holiday season approaching, gifting ideas are becoming a top consideration for many – especially with the likes of Black Friday also nearing. While the temptation of fast fashion and international online retailers is strong due to their affordability, how much thought is being given to sustainable gifts that offer lasting value? Fortunately, South
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SPAR Carols by Candlelight with Jacaranda FM is back, celebrating 22 years of festive cheer with the heartfelt theme, “Home for Christmas”. This beloved South African tradition will light up Pretoria’s SunBet Arena at Time Square on 5 December with live performances from some of the country’s biggest stars, uniting people both in person and
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It was playwright George Bernard Shaw who famously wrote, “we don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” It was his way of capturing the essence of play as an essential part of maintaining youthful energy, creativity and personal growth throughout our lives. This same youthful energy and playful
Over three decades of juggling, tightrope walking and hope Read More »
In alignment with Earthshot’s mission to inspire environmental restoration and innovation, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) presents its annual “Take a Hike Day” on Saturday, 16 November 2024. While the official Take A Hike Day is on 17 November, TMACC invites the greater community to join them a day earlier to enjoy the trails
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South Africa is not alone in its crisis of male mental health. Around the world, traditional and toxic models of masculinity contribute to serious mental health challenges among men, often preventing these issues from being brought into the light. Male mental health is frequently underreported and misunderstood, but our country’s suicide statistics reveal a stark
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Every year, thousands of South African families face the heartbreak of losing a baby to miscarriage, stillbirth, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or other causes. October, observed globally as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, provides an opportunity to reflect on the devastating impact of such loss, and to highlight the support available to those
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PlanetParent was born from a need to make parenting easier, providing a safe space for parents to express themselves and share their trials and tribulations with others. No one really comes out and just says it. You often hear that “it’s all worth it in the end”, implying it’s not always smooth sailing – but
Parenting: Buckle up because it’s liftoff, destination unknown! Read More »