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Feature2 October 2025Social Development Month: Building a caring and resilient community
What is Social Development Month? Every October, South Africa observes Social Development Month under the theme “Working together to build… Continue reading Social Development Month: Building a caring and resilient community
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Feature2 October 2025International Day of Non-Violence: Embracing peace and unity in our communities
Understanding the International Day of Non-Violence The United Nations’ International Day of Non-Violence is observed annually on 2 October to… Continue reading International Day of Non-Violence: Embracing peace and unity in our communities
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Feature5 September 2025How Heritage Day builds stronger communities across South Africa
On Heritage Day, South African neighbourhoods come alive with vibrant celebrations. The sounds of laughter, the aroma of traditional foods,… Continue reading How Heritage Day builds stronger communities across South Africa
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Feature5 September 2025Empowering communities through learning: Vulamathuba’s impact on International Literacy Day
Did you know that literacy is the foundation for lifelong learning and economic mobility? As we celebrate International Literacy Day… Continue reading Empowering communities through learning: Vulamathuba’s impact on International Literacy Day
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Feature13 August 2025World Humanitarian Day: Celebrating acts of kindness and community support
Every year, on 19 August, we pause to honour the extraordinary people who dedicate their lives to helping others in… Continue reading World Humanitarian Day: Celebrating acts of kindness and community support
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Feature12 August 2025Manage stress with Vulamathuba Empumelelo’s psychosocial support initiatives
Are you one of the many South Africans feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Studies from the South African Stress and… Continue reading Manage stress with Vulamathuba Empumelelo’s psychosocial support initiatives
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Feature12 August 2025International Youth Day 2025: Creating communities where young families flourish
We know 16 June as National Youth Day, where we honour the brave young South Africans who sacrificed their lives… Continue reading International Youth Day 2025: Creating communities where young families flourish
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Feature9 August 2025How safe housing transforms women’s lives this National Women’s Day 2025
On 9 August 1956, 20,000 courageous South African women marched to the Union Buildings, their voices united in a mighty… Continue reading How safe housing transforms women’s lives this National Women’s Day 2025
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Feature10 July 2025Celebrating Nelson Mandela Day
Every year on 18 July, South Africans and people around the world come together to honour Nelson Mandela’s legacy through… Continue reading Celebrating Nelson Mandela Day
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Feature10 July 2025Empowering our community: celebrate Global Energy Independence Day with Communicare
10 July marks Global Energy Independence Day — a powerful reminder that energy security is more than just keeping the… Continue reading Empowering our community: celebrate Global Energy Independence Day with Communicare
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Feature5 June 2025Youth Day in South Africa: Honouring the past, empowering the future
Why Youth Day matters You might know 16 June as Youth Day, but do you know why it matters so… Continue reading Youth Day in South Africa: Honouring the past, empowering the future
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Feature5 June 2025The power of play: Building community and well-being for all ages
You deserve spaces where laughter flows freely and connections grow naturally. Play isn’t just for children – it’s a fundamental… Continue reading The power of play: Building community and well-being for all ages
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Feature5 June 2025Eco-friendly living this winter: Tips for environmentally conscious Capetonians
This World Environment Day, Capetonians face a unique challenge: staying warm and comfortable during winter while keeping electricity costs manageable… Continue reading Eco-friendly living this winter: Tips for environmentally conscious Capetonians
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Feature2 May 2025International Museum Day: Preserving community histories
Celebrating heritage within our communities International Museum Day, celebrated annually on 18 May, invites us to reflect on how cultural… Continue reading International Museum Day: Preserving community histories
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Feature2 May 2025World Press Freedom Day: Media partnerships highlight tenant stories
The power of press freedom in community development World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on 3 May, celebrates the fundamental… Continue reading World Press Freedom Day: Media partnerships highlight tenant stories
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Feature2 May 2025Workers’ Day in South Africa: Housing as a worker’s right
The significance of Workers’ Day in South Africa Workers’ Day in South Africa, commemorated on 1 May, has deep historical… Continue reading Workers’ Day in South Africa: Housing as a worker’s right
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Feature30 August 2023Social Auxiliary Work Learnerships help beneficiaries with further education
As we celebrate the importance of women in our families and communities this Women’s Month, Vulamathuba Empumelelo is playing its… Continue reading Social Auxiliary Work Learnerships help beneficiaries with further education
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Feature29 May 2023Climbing the ladder of success
Imagine completing two years of your degree with the possibility of funding your final year slim to non-existent. This was… Continue reading Climbing the ladder of success
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