In a heartwarming celebration of grassroots leadership, the My Jive, My Hood campaign has recently unveiled six remarkable individuals, dubbed “community mayors,” each dedicated to uplifting their own neighbourhoods. While their titles may not carry official governmental weight, their roles…
Crafting Happiness: Join 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day at Nelson Mandela University
As the countdown begins to a heartwarming celebration, we invite South Africans to pick up their knitting needles and crochet hooks. This cause embodies kindness, joy, and warmth. 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day will celebrate its 11th anniversary. There will…
Reach for the Stars: A Transformative Dance Competition for South African Youth
In an exciting initiative set to inspire and elevate the talents of young dancers across South Africa, the Reach for the Stars dance competition has been launched. This inclusive event aims to empower the youth, nurturing their creativity and providing a platform…
Celebrate Diversity at the My Body My Space Festival
From 10 to 16 March, the My Body My Space: Public Arts Festival (MBMS) returns to Mpumalanga, celebrating its 10th year and the 30th anniversary of the Forgotten Angle Theatre Collaborative (FATC). The festival features performances and exhibitions that challenge…
Healing trauma and building resilience: The role of art therapy in early childhood education
Nadia Lubowski, Director of the Anton Lubowski Educational Trust (ALET), tells us more about the importance of art therapy in childhood development. A key pillar of early childhood education is establishing social skills, as children who learn appropriate social skills…
The Volkswagen Community Trust empowers communities through NPO support
The Volkswagen Community Trust proudly announced the disbursement of R800 000 in funding to several registered non-profit organisations (NPOs). These NPOs cover a diverse range of initiatives, including youth development, sports, and social support programmes. Volkswagen Group Africa Corporate and Government…
Meet the 2024 Santam Women of the Future finalists
Santam, South Africa’s leading short-term insurer, in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE magazines, is thrilled to announce the finalists for the 10th annual Santam Women of the Future Awards. This event honours women entrepreneurs who are making significant contributions to…
#WCWL continues to spread the cheer
Chery continues to add more and more charitable causes to its roster under its With Chery With Love (#WCWL) programme. For its latest initiative, the Chinese brand mobilised dealers, head office staff and international team members to collect and distribute…
