MAGALIESBURG
GAUTENG
The story of Magaliesburg is a story of hope.
The town of Magaliesburg in Gauteng has a long-standing reputation as a tranquil weekend breakaway spot, a haven for artists and a treasure trove of heritage in the form of the Cradle of Humankind. Yet by 2012, like so many other small towns in South Africa, Magalies found itself sliding steadily into a position of declining economic growth and increasing neglect.
In November 2012, recognising the immense potential of the town, the soon-to-be-founded Ranyaka team together with a group of community members, launched the Magalies Development Initiative (MDI). What has unfolded in the town over the past six years is truly a testimony to the power of citizen-led development, collaboration and growing trust within a diverse community.
In 2014, Nedbank came on board as a major funder of the MDI. The bank continues to support development in the town through its Proud of my Town initiative. The journey continues and much remains to be done on the path towards transformation.
Magalies is showing us that an activated community can make it happen.
Building resilience before fire season
Every winter, veld fires threaten lives, property, livestock and wildlife in the Magaliesburg region. This year, our local lead co-ordinator in the town, Ryan Marsden took the initiative to host a pre-fire season fun and training day. The day's programme included...
Happy feet, happy future
Last week, 700 pupils from Mphe Thuto Primary School in Magaliesburg received brand-new school shoes and stationery thanks to Making a Difference South Africa who approached the De Beers Group for a sponsorship. Ranyaka's local lead co-ordinator in Magaliesburg, Ryan...
Boosting tourism in Magaliesburg
Tourism destinations, guest houses, hotels and restaurants in Magaliesburg, Gauteng are set to benefit from The Cradle Tourism Company's marketing plans for the year. Cradle Tourism is an independent non-profit company which was created to help drive tourism in this...
Magaliesburg stakeholder workshop
Community members and stakeholders made their voices heard at today's year-end workshop in Magaliesburg, Gauteng - reflecting on progress made to date and taking a look at the way forward. Thank you to Ryan, Salomien and their formidable team for all your help with...
Magalies Rocks the Cradle
Adventure-seekers, intrepid travellers, foodies and families are in for a 72 hour treat later this month as the annual Magalies Rocks the Cradle Festival weaves its magic! Set against the backdrop of Magaliesburg’s breath-taking natural beauty, the three-day weekend...
In conversation with Magalies Arts Co-Op
Magaliesburg has always been known as a haven for artists and a treasure trove of talent spanning a wide range of artistic mediums. Recognising the immense potential for the town’s artists to benefit from collaboration and for their work to be showcased on a broader...