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The Agri Dwala story: Rooted in community, growing through capability

Samm MarshallFebruary 22, 2026

by Samm MarshallFebruary 22, 20260113

In the Overberg region of the Western Cape, Agri Dwala shows how community-led farming can strengthen South Africa’s agricultural landscape. The fully black-owned enterprise farms...

If a flower can shape a child, it will shape a society

Samm MarshallFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 2026

by Samm MarshallFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 20260126

In communities shaped by violence, surrounded by conflict and instability, in homes under financial distress, and in schools carrying challenges far beyond education, children often...

Poland’s Community Food Walls Support Access

Samm MarshallJanuary 22, 2026

by Samm MarshallJanuary 22, 20260365

Community-run “food walls” are emerging in cities across Poland as a practical response to food insecurity and rising living costs, offering free access to food...

5 Smart money moves for the festive season

Samm MarshallJanuary 3, 2026December 30, 2025

by Samm MarshallJanuary 3, 2026December 30, 20250501

The festive season is a highly anticipated time in South Africa – a well-deserved break filled with family, celebrations, rest and relaxation. Yet, for many,...

Township Economic Impact Built on Relationships

Samm MarshallJanuary 2, 2026December 31, 2025

by Samm MarshallJanuary 2, 2026December 31, 20250341

South Africa’s township economy is increasingly being recognised not as a problem to be fixed, but as a powerful engine of inclusive growth — provided...

Global Index Redefines Sustainable National Competitiveness

Samm MarshallDecember 31, 2025December 30, 2025

by Samm MarshallDecember 31, 2025December 30, 20250158

The Global Sustainable Competitiveness Index 2025 reveals that a country’s success is no longer measured only by economic growth, but by its ability to build...

CASA Warns South Africans Against December Borrowing

Samm MarshallDecember 22, 2025

by Samm MarshallDecember 22, 20250707

December pressure is quietly pushing thousands of South African households toward financial collapse, and the damage often only becomes visible when the new year begins....

Global partnerships for inclusive growth: Reflections from G20 for social investors

Samm MarshallDecember 16, 2025December 14, 2025

by Samm MarshallDecember 16, 2025December 14, 20250697

South Africa’s successful G20 presidency shone a spotlight on African concerns, elevating them to a global stage. In November 2025, Tshikululu team members attended events...

Student Trailblazers Lead UWC Graduation

Samm MarshallDecember 15, 2025December 14, 2025

by Samm MarshallDecember 15, 2025December 14, 20250649

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) hosts its Summer Graduation and 771 students will be leaving the Jakes Gerwel Hall with their academic credentials....

Firefighting pioneer calls time on a stellar career

Samm MarshallDecember 15, 2025December 14, 2025

by Samm MarshallDecember 15, 2025December 14, 20250216

After nearly three decades of service, one of Cape Town’s most influential firefighters is retiring, marking the end of a career that reshaped gender representation...

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