30 August 2024 | Building Business, Kayamandi, Proud of my Town, Stellenbosch
With her bright, beautiful smile and sunny personality, Sanelisiwe Kanqu wants nothing more than to make her clients feel confident and happy. A qualified somatologist, her goal is to offer inclusive, affordable beauty and spa services to a diverse clientele through...
18 July 2024 | Building Business, Klapmuts, Kylemore, Land & Property, Paarl, Stellenbosch
This story is, at its core, about connection and collaboration. Networks unlock partnerships, leverage skills, and amplify impact across communities. When we link individuals and communities through shared goals and resources, we create resilient futures. We drive...
12 July 2024 | Building Business, Proud of my Town, Stellenbosch
Humble beginnings proved to be no obstacle in the entrepreneurial journey of Samkela “Teddy” Mhlakaza. Today, Samkela is the Managing Director of Kasilam Wear, a clothing company based in Kayamandi township in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. With his warm,...
22 January 2024 | Building Business, Proud of my Town, Stellenbosch
Born and raised in Stellenbosch, Vusi Mokoena is the youngest of five children. In his community, Rooibos tea is not just a beverage; it is a beloved tradition passed down from generation to generation, from his grandmother to his mother, and now to Vusi. Vusi’s...
24 November 2023 | Boitekong, Cloetesville, Community Safety, Dwarsrivier Valley, Jamestown, Kanyamazane, Kayamandi, Khayelitsha, Klapmuts, KwaMashu, Kylemore, Lantana, Magaliesburg, Mamelodi, Mbekweni, Nelspruit, Nodes, Orlando, Paarl, Polokwane, Port Elizabeth, Proud of my Town, Rustenburg, Stellenbosch, Tshwane, Umlazi, Zwide
A small group of unarmed women patrol the streets of a neighbourhood where the sound of gunshots rings out at night. A team gathers in the make-shift corrugated iron structure that is home to the ‘boardroom’ where they plan both safety and sports activities for their...
12 May 2023 | Fix Your Space, Kayamandi, People Development, Proud of my Town, Stellenbosch
Victims of sensitive crimes are often left feeling helpless, isolated and vulnerable. In many cases, the process of reporting these crimes to the authorities can exacerbate these feelings, especially in environments that are not conducive to comfort and privacy....
