By KOPANO MONAHENG Every year, South Africa celebrates thousands of matric learners who pass with distinctions, applauding their hard work as they prepare to further their studies at universities and TVET colleges across the country. Their achievements are a source of pride for families, schools and communities. However, these learners did not reach matric on…
By KOPANO MONAHENG MANDELA Month is far from over, and pupils at Pimville Primary School in Soweto had every reason to smile after receiving a special visit from Pikiup today. The cleaning company celebrated Mandela Month by donating toys to pupils and dustbins to the school. This brought joy and excitement to the entire school…
By Kopano Monaheng EVERY year on 18 July, the world commemorates Nelson Mandela Day, a day dedicated to encouraging individuals and organisations to give back to their communities through acts of service and generosity. For many private companies, the day provides an opportunity to donate resources to disadvantaged schools, charities and community organisations to help…
The Gauteng Department of e-Government (e-Gov), in partnership with Microsoft, will host the closing ceremony of the Youth Tech Expo (YTE) G13 Hackathon Grand Finale on Thursday, 09 July 2026, at the Microsoft Offices in Johannesburg. The closing ceremony will be led by Gauteng Premier Mr. Panyaza Lesufi, together with the Gauteng MEC for e-Government,…
By Kopano MonahengMZANSI government to dish out billions of rands in building student accommodation across the country. While the initiative is good news for the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI), it will also create thousands of employment opportunities during the construction phase and after the completion of the projects.The programme is expected to…
THABO MOTLHABI Mzansi pupils can only achieve success if they’re exposed to career initiatives like these. Such opportunities broaden their understanding of the wide range of careers available, help them identify their interests, talents, and strengths. This was the evident when grade 11&12 pupils from West Rand schools attended career expo in their area last…
By Sipho Mnyakeni Sipho is the founder and CEO of Academy of Business and Humanities Studies Fifty years ago, the students of Soweto demonstrated a truth that still defines South Africa today: young people have the power to shape the future.The events of 16 June 1976 remain one of the most significant chapters in our…
As the Temba Bavuma Foundation reaches its tenth anniversary, it has deepened its commitment to one of its founding pillars: giving boys and girls from disadvantaged backgrounds access to quality education. The Temba Bavuma Foundation has enjoyed a successful relationship with St David’s Marist Inanda and the St David’s Marist Foundation over a number of…
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) will on 30 June this year launch the UJ Mancave Podcast, a platform created to provide a safe and empowering space for male students to engage in meaningful conversations around mental health, masculinity, personal growth, and student life.
Journalist THABO MOTLHABI wrote: Aware.org successfully hosted a Youth Day Roundtable Event in commemoration of Youth Month and in honour of the legacy of the 16 June 1976 Soweto Uprising. The event took place at the UJ Bunting Theatre on Thursday, 18 June. Fifty years after the historic Soweto Uprising, the event provided an opportunity…
