“Motsoaledi is a small informal settlement located behind Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Soweto. The community has a soccer ground where young people gather to play different sports and socialise. There is also a community hall in nearby Power Park…”
A Profile of Motsoaledi Informal Settlement Read Post »
“Global demonstrations target Israel and media outlets who have ‘made excuses’ after killing of four Al Jazeera staff in Gaza. Protests and memorials have erupted worldwide, and calls for accountability are growing after four Al Jazeera staff members were assassinated…”
Protests held worldwide over Israel’s murder of Al Jazeera Gaza journalists Read Post »
“Johannesburg’s public libraries have faced persistent challenges over the past five years, severely impacting students, researchers, and communities who rely on these vital public spaces. Issues include prolonged closures, deteriorating infrastructure, limited accessibility, understaffing, and sluggish maintenance and regeneration efforts….”
Concern Over Extended Closure of CoJ Branch Libraries Read Post »
“Over the past two months, a newly emerged movement known as March and March, led by Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, has intensified its campaign to block migrants from accessing public healthcare facilities across South Africa. This movement joins a growing wave of…”
Healthcare Blockades and the Public Interest Read Post »
“The Workers Museum and its Cottages (WMC) are one of the few remaining heritage sites that tell the history of Johannesburg’s migrant labour system and the struggles of the working class. The WMC was once the workers’ compound for municipal…”
A Living Archive: Workers Museum Cottages Read Post »
“A growing sense of anger is spreading among residents of Bronville over what they describe as the local police station’s failure to effectively serve and protect the community. Concerns range from inadequate staffing and resources to allegations of corruption and…”
Residents Voice Frustrations with Local Police Stations| Read Post »
“On Monday, 4 August 2025, Khanya College staff held a discussion at the Workers Museum Cottages titled ‘Defending Our Environment: Ecocide and Apartheid in Palestine and at Home.’ The guest speaker was Abeer Butmeh, a Palestinian Environmental Engineer, Water Activist…”
Defending Our Environment: Ecocide and Apartheid in Palestine and at Home Read Post »
“Johannesburg is, in many respects, the heart of South Africa. It also serves as the economic pulse of the country: here, pavement vendors seize the opportunity to sell to between 80,000 and 800,000 commuters who traverse the inner city daily….”
“Themba Hospital had been operational for over 30 years. The hospital specialises in tuberculosis and has been a great help for many people in and around Makhanda.
In 2023, it was shut down, and people moved to Settlers Hospital. The…”
Makhanda TB Hospital Shutdown 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 »
“On 18 July 2025, the Gauteng Provincial Archives, under the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, hosted a significant community event at the Kagiso Archives, near the Kagiso Police Station. The gathering celebrated both International Archives Day and…”
Preserving Historical Stories and Celebrating 67 Minutes Read Post »
“EPWPs are not even paid the very low national minimum wage of R28,79 per hour. They are
only paid R15,63 per hour but are doing work of a permanent nature. When their services are
terminated, EPWPs, CWPs and CHWs are not…”
Campaign to Scrap the Labour Law Amendment Bills Read Post »
