By Mduduzi Malinga Brand South Africa partnered with the Siyavuya Foundation and Eastern Cape Tourism, for the third rendition of the annual SUV Challenge from 3 to 7 March 2021, in the Eastern Cape. The SUV Challenge seeks to promote road safety, tourism and empower rural communities in the province. This year the challenge kicked […] ... Brand South Africa joined the 3rd annual SUV Challenge in the Eastern Cape
STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON FURTHER ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL MEASURES IN RESPONSE THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC UNION BUILDINGS, TSHWANE 21 APRIL 2020 My Fellow South Africans, It is 25 days since South Africa began a nation-wide lockdown to contain the spread of the coronavirus. It has demanded of you great fortitude and endurance. It has [&helli... STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON FURTHER ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL MEASURES IN RESPONSE THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC
Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thandi Modise, Chairperson of the NCOP, Mr Amos Masondo, Honourable Members, I have called this special joint sitting of the houses of Parliament because there is a dark and heavy shadow across our land. The women and children of this country are under siege. There is a very violent […] ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA AT THE JOINT SITTING OF PARLIAMENT ON THE CRISIS OF VIOLENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA
This promotion is open to all South African residents aged 18 years and older. This online promotion runs from 22 May 2019 – 23 May 2019. Competition entry mechanics: Entrants must answer a question correctly, as posted on the Brand South Africa social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter). X5 correct answers will be drawn from […] ... #BASSLINEFEST Competition Terms and Conditions
In a series of five articles, we share stories from Gift of the Givers volunteers in their own words as the organisation marks its 25th year of serving humanity. Emily Thomas, who works in logistics, tells us about what she does. Sulaiman Philip Emily Thomas: Logistics I had just returned from leave in January 2016 […] Gift of the Givers: 25 years of philanthropy: Emily Thomas
The SABC’s role in promoting social cohesion and non-racialism was explored at a seminar in Johannesburg. Priya Pitamber The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) was there to serve its people, said the acting chief operating officer, Bessie Tugwana. This was one of the messages that came out of a seminar on the SABC’s Role in [... Is the SABC promoting social cohesion?
Using an innovative global mapping system, a British company is helping to bring healthcare to some of South Africa’s most difficult-to-find places. Sulaiman Philip KwaNdengezi, outside Durban, is a community of 54,000. It is a collection of brick buildings and self-built homes of zinc sheeting, recycled bricks and wood. What roads do exist do not ... What3Words and Gateway are creating a safer community
South Africa has made some astounding strides in recognising and achieving human rights in the past 22 years. In the run up to Human Rights Day, we look back at some milestones. Ten South African human rights achievements
To celebrate Human Rights Day on 21 March, here is a look at five of South Africa’s NGOs working for human rights in the country and beyond, organisations dedicated to the promotion of human dignity, equality and freedom. Five South African human rights NGOs you should know about
South Africa has progressive policies to protect and uplift the disabled. For Disability Awareness Month, we take a look at how disabled South Africans are included in the workplace and in society Disabled South Africans: know your rights – Infographic
Nelson Mandela would have turned 100 on the 18 July 2018 if he had lived. To celebrate his centenary the Nelson Mandela Foundation is planning a year of events to honour his memory. Brand South Africa reporter The Nelson Mandela Centenary 2018 campaign was launched at the YMCA in Orlando on 13 February 2017. The […] Celebrate a century of Madiba
Women and children are most vulnerable when it comes to domestic abuse and sexual violence. In many instances, the victims do not even know they are being abused, and if they do recognise it, they do not know where to turn. With 16 Days of Activism under way, we have compiled some FAQs to help […] FAQs on domestic violence and sexual offences
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the aim is to increase knowledge about the disease. If it is detected early, effective treatment can lead to a positive prognosis. We’ve collected handy information in an infographic. Early detection of breast cancer can save lives. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (Image: Wikimedia Commons... Infographic: How much do you know about breast cancer?
Along with other global landmarks, Nelson Mandela Bridge in Johannesburg will be illuminated in pink for the month of October to raise awareness of breast cancer. For the fourth year running, the City of Johannesburg has partnered with international cosmetics company Estée Lauder to highlight breast health and early detection of the disease. Octobe... Nelson Mandela Bridge goes pink
Early birth registration can help children gain access to government services including health and education. Not having a birth certificate can put a child at risk of being trafficked or forced into labour.(Image: Isaiais Bartolomeu, Pixabay) There are numerous benefits to registering your newborn. They will be recognised as citizens and have acce... Infographic: Birth registrations up, fertility rates down
If unity and pride is an outcome, the means to get there is by caring for one another and creating a sense of community, according to researchers at a Brand South Africa forum on social cohesion. Unity and national pride can be achieved if South Africans care more for each other and work together.(Image: Shamin […] Care and communities at the heart of social cohesion
Using orange and avocado peels, a 16-year-old South African could hold the solution to the country’s water woes. Kiara Nirghin, who is from Johannesburg, has won the Google Science Fair Community Impact Award in the Africa/Middle East region with her entry, “No More Thirsty Crops”. She is also one of the 16 global finalists for [&... South African win at Google Science Fair
While the Square Kilometre Array South Africa (SKA SA) may be globally renowned for its cutting-edge science and advanced technology, the project’s proudest contribution is to the people of the nearby town of Carnarvon in Northern Cape, and by proxy to the South African people as a whole. At a visit on 16 July 2016 […] SKA South Africa invests in local people
Qhubeka is part of @PowerOfBicycles.Together, we help people access education & economic opportunity with bicycles. pic.twitter.com/hBmojrNrre — Qhubeka™ (@Qhubeka) June 28, 2016 Almost 360 Alexandra high school pupils recently received bicycles donated by AutoTrader, the Qhubeka NGO and the City of Johannesburg as part of the Urban Scholar Bic... Alexandra pupils benefit from Urban Scholar Bicycle project
Employers should check the National Child Protection Register before they hire people to work with children, which would help to prevent abuse by those who have been convicted of crimes against children. South Africa established the National Child Protection Register in terms of Chapter 7 of the Children’s Act of 2005. The call was made [&hel... Check Child Protection Register before hiring
