"In the community of Kliptown, many young people are unemployed. They roam the streets every day, searching for opportunities. The older generation is struggling, living hand to mouth. Some sell snacks like ‘amakipkip’, fat cakes, and polony in the mornings..."

"Throughout the months of April and May, Khanya College hosted discussions as a prelude to the All College Conference. One of these discussions was about social grants and their impact on Black women in South Africa. The conversation focused on..."

"The community of Stretford Ext 8a, Orange Farm, is frustrated over the incomplete road construction since September 2024. Community members were very happy when the road construction work started. Residents were excited that they would also be walking on a..."

"The fight against HIV and AIDS in Africa has been ongoing for decades, supported by funding that has provided essential resources for those affected. Over the years, financial support has contributed to improvements in ARV treatment, allowing newly infected individuals..."

"Lindelani Squatter camp, a section of Freedom Park in Soweto, has not had an electrical connection since 2018. Residents in this settlement are suffering and say they have to use a lot of their income to buy paraffin to heat..."

"Kagiso - Swaneville, residents are struggling with a lack of recreational centres and spaces for community programmes. Swaneville only boasts one community hall which is used for various events such as church gatherings, memorial services, and some community programs. The..."

"The fight against HIV and AIDS in Africa has been ongoing for decades, supported by funding that has provided essential resources for those affected. Over the years, financial support has contributed to improvements in ARV treatment, allowing newly infected individuals..."

"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..."

"Many students in Swaneville who struggle to buy data are frustrated over the early Wi-Fi shutdown at the Lusaka library. The Kagiso library is open between 08:00 AM and 4:00 PM. When the library staff leave, the free Wi-Fi is..."

"South Africa continues to grapple with the rising crisis of gender-based violence (GBV), murder, and disappearances, with women and children disproportionately affected. Public outrage over these crimes intensified in 2025, particularly after news broke of the brutal sexual assault of..."

"Organisations like ‘Persevere Until Something Happens’ (PUSH) have taken on the vital role of educating and reminding communities about the ongoing presence of tuberculosis (TB) and its devastating impact on public health. PUSH, located in Extension 7 near Kliptown in..."

"Two years have passed since the outbreak of Sudan’s devastating war, ushering in a third year of fear, loss, tears, displacement and resilience against all odds. Since the beginning of the war between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid..."

"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 (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..."

"Mining activities in Swaneville, Kagiso have been a source of concern for the communities of Swaneville and Mnandini, Tshepisong. The dust from the mine has been affecting the residents of both communities, leading to health problems and discomfort. Mining involves..."

"My name is Masinge Engetelo, I’m a grade 10 at Job Rathebe Secondary School, in my school there are about 900 learners. Before grade 10, when I first joined the school there were more than 1,000 learners. Each class is..."

"The school holiday program, hosted by Entokozweni, took place on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th of April at Khululekani Primary School in Swaneville, Kagiso. The program's theme, "Keeping children safe and educating them on HIV and AIDS and other social..."

"On 8 April 2025 all South African schools reopened, beginning term 2. Eldorado Park Secondary School in Eldorado Park, Extension 7, announced during school assembly that the learners’ report cards would be published on Saturday, 12 April 2025, for all grades..."