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...
20 December 2023 | Building Business, Mamelodi, Proud of my Town
Three years ago, Onicah Theledi began a new journey as an entrepreneur by turning her love for wellness into a business. The story of Optimal Balance Mobile Spa speaks of resilience, commitment, and a strong desire to heal. Onicah was a massage therapist and...
15 December 2023 | Proud of my Town
In navigating the tumultuous landscape of South Africa, both politically and socio-economically, we acknowledge the prevailing sentiment of uncertainty about the country’s future. However, at Ranyaka, we consciously opt for an alternative outlook; not from...
24 November 2023 | Boitekong, Cloetesville, Community Safety, Dwarsrivier Valley, Gqeberha, Jamestown, Kanyamazane, Kayamandi, Khayelitsha, Klapmuts, KwaMashu, Kylemore, Lantana, Magaliesburg, Mamelodi, Mbekweni, Mbombela, Nodes, Orlando, Paarl, Polokwane, 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...
21 November 2023 | Building Business, Mamelodi, Proud of my Town, Tell Your Story
“I am 78 years old. Today, I felt 25.” We just love the way in which these words by a distinguished gentleman from Mamelodi, Gauteng, captured the spirit of the very first Van Toeka Af Festival held in the township on Saturday, 11 November 2023. The festival set the...
20 November 2023 | Community Safety, Mamelodi, Proud of my Town
Community safety is a crucial concern in neighbourhoods across South Africa. Tackling the challenge requires a proactive approach – including the training and equipping of residents to actively engage in their own safety initiatives. Empowering individuals not only...
