National Nutrition Week: you are what you eat
The South African National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (SANHANES) found that: · approximately one in three South Africans suffer from hunger · one in five South...
Category : Health And Welfare
One public school social worker per 23 000 learners
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) including poverty, loss, exposure to violence and abuse have a negative impact on children’s ability to learn. “We illustrate this with...
Accessible adolescent and youth healthcare spaces and services for high school learners
04 October 2024 Providing appealing and easily accessible healthcare spaces and youth friendly services foradolescents and young people remains a high priority of the Western Cape...
Nelson Mandela Foundation appoints a New Chair of its Board
The Board of Trustees of the Nelson Mandela Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Chair, Dr Naledi Pandor. Dr Pandor will...
Palliative Care Improves Quality of Life for Children with Cancer
“It couldn’t be farther from the truth that palliative care is only for those nearing the end of their lives,” says Anina Meiring, Service Manager: Childhood Cancer...
Transport Month panel discussion tackles Cape Town’s congestion conundrum
The City’s Urban Mobility Directorate kicked off Transport Month with a panel discussion around Cape Town’s congestion conundrum at the Concourse in the Civic Centre...
Corporate South Africa urged to step up as Epworth Children’s Village faces closure after 106 years of service
The imminent closure of Epworth Children’s Home in December due to a lack of financial support underscores a pressing issue in the non-profit sector, especially...
New Fire & Rescue Service structure will streamline operations
The City’s Fire and Rescue Service unveiled a new management structure today at the Goodwood Fire Station, aimed at enhancing essential service delivery to residents. Cape Town’s...
10-Year-Old Isabella’s dream of meeting the Springboks becomes reality
A dream came true for Isabella Esterhuyse, a ten-year-old from East London living with cancer, as she met the Springboks on Saturday, 28th September. Thanks...
Groundbreaking Breast Cancer Awareness Program Launched in South Africa, Powered by Phithos Technologies’ Digital Innovation
In a significant step towards tackling breast cancer literacy and disparities in South Africa, Phithos Technologies, in partnership with the Breast Health Foundation (BHF), has...