“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 »
“On Thursday, the Water Community Action Network (WaterCAN) and JoburgCAN came together to protest the current budget the City of Johannesburg allocated for water infrastructure-related work. The peaceful picket started at 09:30 AM with around 25 people holding placards, but…”
WaterCan, JoburgCAN Picket Joined by Civic Organisations – Fix Water They Say! Read Post »
“During Khanya’s opening study group session for 2025, caregivers, activist community health workers and artists participating in the session debated whether they agreed with government officials saying they would ‘smoke them’ out. The smoking out referred to the zama zama…”
Participants Debate ‘Smoking them out’ During Study Group Session Read Post »
“Cape Town-based consultancy firm, Eighty20 found that South Africa ranked fifth globally for alcohol consumption in a 2023 study. Beer, an alcoholic beverage, today stands as the most consumed form of alcohol in South Africa. Just last December, it was…”
Alcohol is a Major Cause of Gender Based Violence Read Post »
“Recently, the Health Department warned South Africans about the wave of fake condoms in circulation, especially in Gauteng. The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority regularly warns about counterfeit health products when they have been exposed, recently sending out a…”
Counterfeit Condoms Circulate, Many Seemingly not Aware Read Post »
“Following United States President Donald Trump’s recent move to freeze foreign aid, Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi spoke about the magnitude of South Africa’s fight against HIV and the United States’s contribution to it. We are running the world’s biggest…”
US Developments Should Worry for SA Read Post »
