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Cape Town residents push back on Padel Court boom amid legal grey areas and community concerns
As padel gains popularity in Cape Town, residents are opposing new courts in residential areas, raising concerns about noise, light pollution, and the need for better regulations.
Camps Bay enhances safety with new camera roll-out
Phase one of surveillance system sees 150 cameras installed in strategic locations in the area.
Eldorado Park residents demand action at crime prevention imbizo
Residents of Eldorado Park passionately confront Deputy Police Minister Cassel Mathale at a crime prevention imbizo, demanding urgent action and accountability from SAPS.
Zarah Ramsamy's legacy: The feeding project that continues to help needy children
Zarah Ramsamy's legacy lives on in the form of a holiday feeding scheme run in Bonela.
Growing more than trees: Forestry’s role in food security and livelihoods
Positioned in remote areas across Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Western Cape, the South African forestry sector uplifting some of the country's most impoverished communities. Beyond providing employment and stimulating the rural economy, it actively invests in social initiatives that address socio-economic and environmental challenges, including food security.
From township to tech hub: the digital transformation of South African communities
South African townships are experiencing a digital renaissance, with entrepreneurs like Monde Ntoyanto leading the charge. This exploration of township connectivity reveals how digital infrastructure is creating unprecedented opportunities for innovation and growth in these communities.
Expert warns against reopening Stilfontein Mine as residents push for jobs
Residents of Khuma want the abandoned mine reopened to create jobs and boost the local economy, but mining expert Ingrid Watson warns that financial and safety concerns make this unlikely. While illegal mining has supported local businesses, it has also fueled crime and violence. Experts suggest alternative job creation strategies, but residents remain frustrated, calling for government action.
Urgent action needed: DA backs minister on Gauteng's water crisis solutions
In a recent virtual meeting of Parliament’s water and sanitation committee, the Democratic Alliance (DA) expressed strong agreement with Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina regarding the pressing water crisis in Gauteng
Lucky Mthembu: From Survivor to Champion of Change against Gender-Based Violence
Lucky Unganqotshwa Mthembu, the CEO of the Southern Africa Women of Note (SAWON) Foundation can be considered a poster-child of hope in the face of gender-based violence.
304 new constables join Limpopo police force, strengthening law enforcement efforts
The new constables are set to be deployed across multiple police stations and specialised units, including the Public Order Police and the Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences Unit.
Megan Thee Stallion honoured with inaugural GenLOVE award at 2024 golden heart awards
Megan Thee Stallion has been recognized for her outstanding charitable work at the 2024 Golden Heart Awards.
WATCH: Things to do before you get married! Actress Precious Kofi has advice as a divorced mother of two
As a woman who is divorced with two children, Precious Kofi shares marital advice from lessons learnt when she was married.
Premier Panyaza Lesufi condemns violent attack on ‘amaPanyaza’, the Gauteng traffic wardens
A disturbing video that has gone viral on X (formerly known as Twitter) where community members of the Reiger Park Ekurhuleni were attacking Gauteng traffic wardens while they were on duty on Monday
Free State residents frustrated by incomplete infrastructure projects in welkom
The ANC-led government in the Free State faces criticism once again, this time for its failure to complete infrastructure projects in Welkom.
Cape baboons face uncertain future as management transition looms
As the Urban Baboon Programme winds down, communities in the Cape Peninsula are bracing for a transition in how baboons will be managed. A new advisory group is being formed to guide the process.
FOUR PAWS donates 67 kennels to help dogs in need on Mandela Day
The 67 kennels, built to provide safe and comfortable shelter, protects dogs from harsh weather and inadequate living conditions.
Street Store for the homeless is back again
Street Store was born as an idea in 2014 by Mike Abel and his team at M&S Saatchi to help homeless people to clothe themselves - with dignity.
Shireen Ebrahim honours Top 100 community heroes
About 100 heroes were honoured and received awards for their contributions to the community.
South Africa is voted the world's friendliest nation
South Africa has been named the world's friendliest nation, by a new global data study which uses The Big 5 Personality Test.
Actor Hakeem Kae Kazim and Magic828AM Radio assist under privileged families in Bo Kaap
As Bo Kaap is a tourist attraction radio personality Steven Taylor and actor Kae Kazim partnered in a project calling it Beautifying Bo Kaap.
Loaves of love as company delivers bread for Braamfischerville community
The streets of Braamfischerville came alive with singing and loud cheers at the sound of a megaphone from the Blue Ribbon team calling everyone to come and get free loaves of bread.
ITHUBA is changing lives one family at a time over the festive season
South Africa’s national lottery operator is proud to showcase a continuation of it’s national housing initiative.
Reasons for good cheer as the Share a Gift. Share a Smile toy Campaign gains momentum
Safripol’s Share a Gift. Share a Smile campaign started collecting and sorting pre-loved toys donated by the public on November 1st.
MultiChoice invests in future sports stars to sustain South Africa's winning streak
MultiChoice has been at the forefront of initiatives aimed at nurturing the next generation of champions.
MTN goes the extra mile to reduce the load-shedding burden in KZN
With a significant portion of our population living in rural areas, MTN is expanding its network to those communities.