“A house should be a safe space and one of the most important things a human being can have in life. If we do not have a home, everything we stand for feels incomplete. We find ourselves in mental states…”
The Housing Conditions We Strive For Read Post »
“Every morning starts without water in Johannesburg’s working communities. There are random power cuts, roads punctuated with potholes, rubbish not collected, neglected facilities, and many other problems. None of those are considered luxuries; all of them are basic needs of…”
When Basic Services Become a Privilege Read Post »
“The cost of living in South Africa has risen sharply since 2018, early in the term of incumbent President Cyril Ramaphosa. Such a trend has arguably shaped much of South Africa’s recent social disruption, especially when coupled with the decline…”
Rising Cost of Living Amid High Unemployment Read Post »
“Residents of Ext 7, Eldorado Park, Soweto, are raising serious concerns over the growing problem of illegal dumping that continues to affect the community. Large piles of waste dumped along open spaces, street corners, and near residential homes have become…”
Crisis of Dumping Sites Read Post »
“In many public schools across South Africa, learners face more than just the challenges of schoolwork. It is common for learners to encounter bullying, poverty, abuse, grief, and mental health difficulties. However, the systems that should support them are often…”
Lack of Social Support in South African Schools Read Post »
“Storm drainage might seem like a basic issue, but in our community of Eldorado Park it plays a direct role in health, safety, and everyday quality of life. When drainage systems fail or do not exist, the effects ripple through…”
Poor Storm Drains Affect Health in Our Community Read Post »
“From 24 March to 1 April 2026, a team of 32 people participated in fieldwork for Khanya College’s Health Household Survey in Eldorado Park, Kliptown, Slovo Park, and Klipspruit. We worked in groups of 16 and covered all the streets…”
Service Delivery as a Social Determinant of Health Read Post »
“On 25 May 2026, residents of Kliptown continued to face a growing sewage and sanitation crisis that has left many families frustrated, angry, and worried about their health. Overflowing drains, leaking pipes, and dirty water have become a daily reality…”
Sewage in Kliptown Poses Health Risks Read Post »
“The Iran conflict is not just on television; it is now linked to local taxi fare and bread price increases, affecting the general public’s abilities to get to work, school, or the clinic. Iran borders the Strait of Hormuz, where…”
Iran War Linked to SA’s New Taxi Fare Increases Read Post »
“The water crisis in Johannesburg is one of the main effects on sanitation.
It has a lot of effects on the health of people who live in less fortunate communities because they might not have the means to purchase water…”
Water Crisis and Impact on Sanitation Read Post »
“In South Africa, children still growing up experience a lot of mental health trauma because of our health and living conditions, especially in small living quarters. People and children in our communities are exposed to gender-based violence (GBV). In some…”
Housing Linked to GBV, Mental Health Trauma Read Post »
“A recent survey was conducted by Khanya College in Eldorado Park, Kliptown, Slovo and Klipspruit West. Khanya staff conducted a nine-day survey, which revealed significant challenges that residents face daily. Among other things, the survey aimed to understand the living…”
Community Health Survey Raises Concerns Read Post »
