The Jukskei River has carried rubbish through Alexandra for too long. A group of residents decided they were done waiting for somebody else to fix it. They have since removed…
Inspired by his personal love and connection to all things wildlife, Raymond Kramer has built an organisation that is protecting animals and the natural spaces they call home, uplifting the…
Miss South Africa Qhawekazi Mazaleni helped bring National Book Week to life in Alexandra, showing children that stories can spark imagination, joy, connection and a powerful sense of belonging. And…
Miss South Africa Qhawekazi Mazaleni is on a mission to ignite a lifelong love for reading, one local library at a time. Johannesburg, South Africa (11 June 2026) –…
Moved by the suffering of abandoned dogs in Alexandra, Phumzile Mnguni started the Gomora Dog Association, an organisation that is giving vulnerable dogs the care, dignity and second chance they…
When a young boy fell into the swollen Jukskei River last Tuesday, he didn’t panic but instead relied on the calm and survival techniques he had been taught at the…
Johannesburg Skate Club is empowering kids from Soweto and Alexandra through skateboarding, offering a safe space to grow. Johannesburg, South Africa (28 July 2025) – If you have ever…
Troy Motsime shares his journey from the streets of Alexandra to the summit of Kilimanjaro. A journey inspired by purpose and passion Johannesburg, South Africa (14 July 2025) –…
Starting as a cleaner at an early childhood development centre in 2019, Puleng’s daily interactions with young learners ignited a passion within her to contribute more meaningfully to their lives….
by Deepna Desai, Chris Ndlovu, Janky Matlala and Mandla Mnisi@KhulisaSA630 0
Deepna Desai, Chris Ndlovu, Janky Matlala and Mandla Mnisi have penned a love letter to Alex, a township misunderstood. Alexandra, South Africa (08 April 2025) – My journey into…
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