The Global Shapers Community, an initiative of the World Economic Forum (WEF), is a network of youth driving action, dialogue and change. South Africa (21 January 2020) – The…
Alvinia Odendaal is one of the hundreds of women that are benefitting from the Foschini Group’s programme to employ previously unemployed women. Cape Town, South Africa (21 January 2020)…
Sergeant Frank Pieters, from the Cradock K9 unit, has seen first hand how children have been teased for not having school shoes, so he bought 25 pairs. Cradock, South…
Fans of waste warriors and recycling heroes, we encourage you to honour your favourites by nominating them for an important award. South Africa (16 January 2020) – The PETCO Awards recognise…
Bergville Primary School in Bishop Lavis has committed to teaching its children important values, they are doing this along with community leaders and family. Cape Town, South Africa (15…
Teachers at the Orlando Secondary School in Soweto are celebrating their 5% increase in the pass rate and credit the help of weekend tutoring by Non-Profit Organizations. Soweto, South…
MySchool MyPlanet MyVillage encourages parents to swipe their cards when buying school uniform to help the organisation raise funds for 2020 pairs of school shoes. Johannesburg, South Africa –…
The top Matriculants of 2019 were invited to a breakfast with the Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga, and one story inspired all attendants. Johannesburg, South Africa – Tshilidza Manwadu inspired…
The Angel Network is raising funds to make a dream come true! Despite her situation, Phila is dedicated to educating herself and working hard to become a neurosurgeon! Jeffreys…
Teen climate change activist Ayakha Melithafa is a rising voice in South Africa with her sights set on Switzerland for the World Economic Forum. Khayelitsha, South Africa – South…
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“Hard times don't create heroes. It is during the hard times when the 'hero' within us is revealed.” - Bob Riley
