“As South Africa prepares to host the G20 Summit, government leaders promise “global leadership” and “new investment,” yet across working-class communities the feeling is very different. Workers, unemployed youth, informal traders, and community activists view the summit with growing scepticism…”
A Summit of Leaders, A Crisis for the People Read Post »
“Santa, a tuberculosis (TB) clinic established in 1989 within the Diepkloof TB Clinic and operating in partnership with Baragwanath Hospital, was shut down between 2004 and 2005 due to severe infrastructure issues. The clinic, once a vital resource for TB…”
Santa at Diepkloof Clinic Still Shut Down Read Post »
“A public consultation will be held on Saturday, 19 July 2025, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Workers Museum Cottages, 52 Rahima Moosa Street, Newtown. Community members can attend in person or join online. Please RSVP by 17 July…”
The Struggle to Preserve Cultural Spaces Read Post »
“The space is a vibrant hub for communities and workers from across the city’s townships, for debates and cultural engagement (poetry, theatre music, book launches, art exhibitions, seminars and study groups). This is in contrast to much of the Newtown…”
CoJ plans eviction of Khanya College from Workers Museum Cottages Read Post »
“Soweto – 10 May 2025: The Gauteng Department of Social Development (GDSD) hosted a workers’ sports tournament in Swaneville, Kagiso, aimed at helping employees de-stress and manage anxiety and depression. The games, which ran from 10:00 to 17:00, included soccer, volleyball…”
Jaiva Pantsula Shines at the National Arts Festival Read Post »
“On Monday, 16 June 2025, nearly 70 activists from all over Gauteng and beyond gathered at the House of Movements in Johannesburg for the start of this year’s Winter School, hosted by Khanya College. With the theme “Rebuilding Communities and…”
Winter School Opens Path to Rebuilding and Solidarity Read Post »
“Amanda Nhlapo is an Activist that lives in Diepkloof Zone 6 Hostel. She works at Rena le Lona – a creative centre for children and a non-profit organisation. She joined the organisation in 2023. Before becoming a facilitator, she was a…”
Activist Profile of Amanda Nhlapo Read Post »
“The Khanya College Winter School begins 15 June this year. On Monday, 16 June the official opening will be held at the House of Movements. The 26th winter school precedes an important moment for Khanya College which looks to evaluation…”
Winter School Policies are Important to Guide Activists Read Post »
“These were the heartfelt words of actor Warren Masemola at the funeral of his close friend, Presley Oagile Chweneyagae, who died on 27 May 2025. Masemola’s message was not just a tribute, but a candid call for accountability, especially within…”
Let’s Talk About Alcohol and Responsibility Read Post »
“It is difficult to gauge the true meaning of Freedom Day in South Africa today. There are many reasons to be appeased, which also depend on the social and economic position one occupies, but generally, there is a growing list…”
What Freedom Day Means Today Read Post »
“Khanya College held discussion events in the build-up to the All College Conference (ACC). The events with coordinators, out-of-school youth, and social movements, took place on 10 and 12 April 2025, respectively. The participants at these sessions learned more about…”
The All College Conference Discussions Continue at House of Movement Read Post »
“The All College Conference (ACC) is a key feature of Khanya’s work and renewal. While it aims to analyse its work over a defined period and helps Khanya form perspectives for the road ahead, the role of the ACC is…”
Road to the Khanya All College Conference Begins Read Post »
