TEARS Foundation Launches Soothing the Nation campaign
In South Africa we have great laws addressing our gender-based violence (GBV) problem, but we fall very short on implementation and accountability. As a result, very few of these laws help with the aftermath of rape while the body and mind try to process the devastation of sexual violence. Our system is broken and subsequently there is very little trust in
Joburg Theatre and CHOC Celebrate the First Book Handover
Joburg Theatre and CHOC Celebrate the First Book Handover at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital A joyful milestone was reached on Tuesday, 19 November, as Joburg Theatre and CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation SA celebrated the first official handover of books collected during their festive season book drive. The event took place at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, where the first collection
JOBURG THEATRE PARTNERS WITH CHOC FOR A FESTIVE SEASON BOOK DRIVE
This festive season, Joburg Theatre is embracing the magic of storytelling and the power of books in a heartwarming initiative inspired by the Janice Honeyman Pantomime ‘Beauty and the Beast’. This year’s production highlights not just the timeless themes of love and inner beauty, but also Belle’s passion for reading—a key element that underscores the importance of books in shaping
A Scent of Change’ explores racial integration
A Scent of Change’ explores racial integration in schools during apartheid Third year students at the Durban University of Technology's Drama and Production Studies Department will have the opportunity to showcase their acting abilities in a new musical by Scuffysession Productions. “The Scent of Change” is written and directed by Dr Verne Rowin Munsamy. It weaves together a romantic love story during pre-democracy
SAWON foundation to host annual GBV banquet
SAWON foundation to host annual GBV, leadership conference and banquet in Durban The Southern Africa Women Of Note (SAWON) Foundation is set to host its annual GBV & Leadership Banquet conference on November 14 at the Durban ICC. This influential event, themed "Meet. Engage. Inspire," aims to address gender-based violence (GBV), foster ethical leadership, and uphold family values by bringing together prominent women
Runners hit the tarmac for a cause at Joburg’s SPAR race
An electric atmosphere filters through the streets of Emmarentia as thousands of runners take part in the SPAR Women’s Challenge Jozi 2024. The SPAR Women’s Challenge is a highlight on many Joburg residents’ entertainment calendars today (October 6). Not only for women, the race encourages runners and walkers of all athletic abilities to come out and support a good cause, while having
Box Smart’s Annual Fight for Education
A new addition to the JHB nightlife scene is the Box Smart Foundation's Annual Fight for Education event at Katy's Palace. Expect some of JHB's best resident DJ's (from showpiece events like H.O.T On Top) for a night of revelry, with Jordan Arts (performing at the upcoming Corona Sunsets) as a headline act. Of course, several white-collar boxers will come together in
SPECIAL OLYMPICS SOUTH AFRICA
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT TO BACK SPECIAL OLYMPICS SOUTH AFRICA NATIONAL TEAM DEPUTY MINISTER TO JOIN SOSA NATIONAL TEAM AT THE SUMMER WORLD GAMES IN BERLIN AS THEIR NUMBER ONE CHEERLEADER Johannesburg, South Africa - The Special Olympics South Africa (SOSA) National Team has received an incredible boost ahead of the highly anticipated Special Olympics World Summer Games in Berlin, Germany, as the Deputy Minister of
BRYAN HABANA PARTNERS WITH SOSA
BRYAN HABANA’S MATCHKIT PARTNERS WITH SOSA IN SUPPORT OF THE NATIONAL TEAM With less than 3 months until the Special Olympics Summer World Games in Germany this June, Special Olympics South Africa (SOSA) today announced its official partnership with Bryan Habana’s MATCHKIT in support of the sport tech’s ‘Adopt an Athlete’ campaign. Launched in February 2023, the Adopt an Athlete campaign will help
THE AFRICA WE WANT TO SEE
Crtve Development partners up with The Embassy Of Denmark in Pretoria Pan-African social agency, Crtve DEVELOPMENT (CD), is proud to announce the partnership with The Embassy of Denmark in Pretoria. Despite the profound repercussions of climate change on the African citizens, climate justice remains one of the least understood and socialised policy themes in contemporary African development. Dr. Okito Wedi, Founder and
Countdown to the 2022 Special Olympics South Africa National Summer Games in Limpopo
National Team will be chosen to advance to the 2023 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Berlin, Germany. From the 17– 19 November 2022, over 700 Special Olympics athletes and coaches from across all 9 provinces will descend on Polokwane Municipality, Limpopo to compete in the 2022 Special Olympics South Africa Summer Games. The games will be preceded by a Law Enforcement
CELEBS TAKE THE PLUNGE TO HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR SPECIAL OLYMPIC NATIONAL GAMES
CELEBS TAKE THE PLUNGE TO HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR SPECIAL OLYMPIC NATIONAL GAMES POWERFUL LINE-UP OF OVER 150 CONFIRMED WELL KNOW PERSONALITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SIXTH ANNUAL POLAR PLUNGE THIS WEEKEND Johannesburg, South Africa – The annual Special Olympics South Africa Polar Plunge is back! Now, in its 6th year, over 150 celebs and well-known personalities have already committed to taking the plunge into
CELEBS TAKE THE PLUNGE TO HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR SPECIAL OLYMPIC NATIONAL GAMES
POWERFUL LINE-UP OF OVER 120 CONFIRMED WELL KNOW PERSONALITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SIXTH ANNUAL POLAR PLUNGE THIS WEEKEND Johannesburg, South Africa – The annual Special Olympics South Africa Polar Plunge is back! Now, in its 6th year, over 150 celebs and well-known personalities have already committed to taking the plunge into icy water to help raise funds for the 2022 Special Olympics South
CELEBRATING INCLUSION FOR MANDELA DAY
NBA talent, Special Olympics Ambassadors and other celebrities join Special Olympics athletes for a day of inclusive basketball Johannesburg, South Africa – On Friday 22nd of July, Special Olympics South Africa (SOSA) together with the NBA will be celebrating Mandela Day.The theme for this year’s Mandela day is “do what you can with what you have and where you are”. SOSA and the
CELEBS GET BEHIND SPECIAL OLYMPICS SOUTH AFRICA AT THE ARNOLD CLASSIC AFRICA
Johannesburg, South Africa – Special Olympics South Africa today confirmed that a number of celebrities will be participating in their Unified Football event taking place during the upcoming Arnold Classics Africa Multi Sports Festival, Arts and Lifestyle Expo taking place this weekend in Johannesburg. The organisation will host a 7-a-side recreational football game during the expo which will see Unified teams comprising of celebrities and Special Olympics
THE SECOND VIRTUAL AVON JUSTINE ITHEMBA WALKATHON A ROARING SUCCESS
Johannesburg, South Africa - The 16th edition of the Avon Justine iThemba Walkathon was a resounding success after attracting thousands of participants from across the country and new partners that pledged their allegiance to its noble cause of raising awareness about breast cancer. The 2021 edition of Avon Justine iThemba Walkathon was hosted virtually for the second year in a
ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER AS AVON EXTEND ITHEMBA WALKATHON REGISTRATION DEADLINE
CELEBS AND AMBASSADORS GET BEHIND THE CRUSADE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Johannesburg, South Africa - Avon has extended the deadline for entries for the second virtual iThemba Walkathon taking place on Sunday, 3rd October 2021 countrywide. Aspiring participants now have until Friday, 1st of October 2021 to register a spot for Avon’s flagship breast cancer awareness social event. The iThemba Walk will this
CELEBS TAKE THE PLUNGE TO HELP RAISE FUNDS TO GET THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS NATIONAL TEAM TO RUSSIA
POWERFUL LINE-UP OF OVER 100 CELEBS PARTICIPATE IN THE FIFTH ANNUAL POLAR PLUNGE NEXT MONTH 27th August 2020, Johannesburg, South Africa – With under a month to go until the 5th annual Special Olympics South Africa Polar Plunge kicks off, the organization today officially announced a first glimpse of the list of well-known personalities backing the event this year,
ALL SYSTEMS GO FOR THE SECOND VIRTUAL iTHEMBA WALKATHON
Registrations open for the world’s biggest Walkathon for breast cancer Registration is now open for the 16th edition of the iThemba Walkathon, which will once again be a virtual walk. Due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, this year’s walk will again feature decentralised walks, encouraging participants to walk in small groups in their local neighbourhood across the country.
BRAND SA, SPORT FOR SOCIAL CHANGE NETWORK AND SPECIAL OLYMPICS SA PARTNER TO COMMEMORATE “THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY” 
MORE THAN 25 CELEBRITY PARTICIPANTS WILL JOIN FOR A DAY OF INCLUSIVE SPORT Johannesburg, South Africa - The 3rd December is International Day of Persons with a Disability and this year Brand SA, Sports for Social Change Network and Special Olympics South Africa are partnering to commemorate the day in South Africa. International Day